Best foods for diabetes? Count asparagus in!
Published: June 3, 2020
Asparagus is famous for being grilled, roasted, and made as soup! But did you know that it is low in calories but actually packed with various nutrients such as vitamin K, which is helpful in blood clotting and bone health, and fiber, which helps reduce the risk and manage diabetes.
Consume more tuna!
Published: June 3, 2020
Tuna is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are known for being good for the heart. Having tuna on your diet will help you be protected from cardiovascular diseases that can be a diabetes complication.
Kale is also good for you.
Published: June 3, 2020
Kale is one of the so-called superfoods because of the nutrients it has. It is rich in fiber that helps you feel full. In addition to that, it is also low in glycemic index helping you to improve blood glucose management while being full. How about that?
Your 3 diabetes-friendly food items combined into one snack.
Published: June 3, 2020
Diabetes-friendly snack? How about a strawberry peanut butter toast? Toast your whole wheat bread, spread a good amount of peanut butter, and top it off with freshly sliced strawberries! Drooling yet?
Peanut butter lover? Worry not !
Published: June 3, 2020
Studies show that a controlled peanut butter intake may help people manage diabetes, or even lower the risk of type 2 diabetes in women. However, always be mindful of the ingredients whenever you purchase one at supermarkets as they may contain too much sugar. Best if you have homemade peanut butters instead so you can control your ingredients.
Did you know that you can use spinach as your smoothie ingredient
Published: June 3, 2020
Yes, of course! Spinach is packed with numerous nutrients. Imagine consuming all those nutrients while sipping through your smoothie! How to do it? Just blend in a cup of plain soy milk, ¾ cup of packed fresh spinach leaves, and a banana or any fruit you like. Enjoy
Spinach is not just for Popeye
Published: June 3, 2020
Spinach is really a nutritious vegetable. Aside from vitamins and minerals, it is also rich in phytochemicals and bioactive compounds that contributes to the hypoglycemic properties of spinach. Start adding spinach to your greens list now!
Lentils for your meals
Published: June 3, 2020
Lentils are lens-shaped seeds, famous for its colorful varieties. They are high in polyphenols. Numerous studies have showed that adding these to your diet is beneficial in reducing the incidences of various diseases including diabetes. Have you tried some yet?
Always look for whole wheat bread
Published: June 3, 2020
White breads are not recommended for people who has diabetes. So what to do if you want some bread? Look for bread made from 100% whole wheat. Shifting to complex carbohydrates is the way to go!
Bike to School Week : Ride with your Family
Published: May 8, 2020
“When the spirits are low, when the day appears dark, when work becomes monotonous, when hope hardly seems worth having, just mount a bicycle and go out for a spin down the road, without thought on anything but the ride you are taking.” – Arthur Conan Doyle....
Climate Change and Nutrition
Published: May 5, 2020
By 2050, the global population is expected to reach 9.7 billion people. Feeding two billion more people than the current global population would, by itself, be an extraordinary challenge. Feeding two billion additional people....
Mindfulness and Meditation During COVID-19
Published: April 14, 2020
In this time of uncertainty, many of us are feeling a wide range of emotions – including anxiety, fear, frustration, and exhaustion. Whether on the front lines in hospitals or studying or working from home without classmates and colleagues- we are all dealing with enormous change. Public health emergencies, such as the COVID-19 outbreak require intentional effort and planning. We must remember to take care for ourselves....
COVID-19 Symptom Tracker
Published: April 10, 2020
Sharing your experiences during this unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic can help inform the impact the disease is having on all of us in Texas. As you may have heard, it has been challenging to track rates of infection. We, at UTHealth School of Public Health, are collaborating with Harvard Medical School...
Vaping & the EVALI Epidemic: What We Know and Next Steps
Published: December 12, 2019
For years, we’ve known about the dangers of tobacco use, but recently, a new smoking product has been in the spotlight. Electronic cigarettes, also known as e-cigarettes, vapes or (vape) pens, are linked to the most recent disease outbreak that has officials and civilians alike on edge. These vape pens are filled with a suspension fluid that contains chemicals...
American Heart Month: Hearty Hot Sauce
Published: February 28, 2018
Food Challenge: Re-Use and Store
Published: March 15, 2018
