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Can You Eat Fruit With Diabetes? Yes, and Here’s What to Know
I recently had the opportunity to collaborate with The Diabetes Collective on a podcast where we discussed the pros, cons, and place for fruit while living with diabetes. Needless to say, when clips from the conversation hit social media, the comments got heated. Everyone seemed to have a personal experience with fruit that shaped their opinion, whether that meant avoiding it altogether, eating it freely, or swearing by certain types while steering clear of others. So, let’s set the record straight. Can you eat fruit with diabetes? And does the type of fruit really matter? Read along as we explore…
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3 Nutrition Trends Every Cardiometabolic Dietitian Should Watch in 2026
Nutrition trends come and go. As a registered dietitian and diabetes care and education specialist, I don’t pay much attention to trends simply because they’re popular. I’m interested in the ones backed by science, driven by changing consumer behavior, and beginning to show up in my patients’ shopping carts and questions during counseling sessions. Over the past several months, I’ve been following many of the products and innovations emerging across the nutrition industry, including those showcased at Natural Products Expo West. It’s been interesting to see which ideas appear to have staying power and which are likely to be passing…
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The 3 Best Websites for Healthy Diabetes-Friendly Meal Ideas and Recipes
One of the most common questions I receive as a registered dietitian and diabetes care and education specialist is, “What should I eat?” Closely followed by, “Where can I find healthy recipes that actually taste good?” The good news is that you don’t need to reinvent the wheel. There are thousands of recipes available online, but not every recipe is designed with blood sugar management in mind. When I recommend recipe websites to my patients and clients, I look for meals that emphasize vegetables, lean proteins, healthy fats, fiber-rich carbohydrates, and realistic portion sizes. Here are the three recipe resources…
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2026 ADA Scientific Sessions: My Top 3 Sessions and Key Takeaways
Each year, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) Scientific Sessions brings together leading diabetes researchers, endocrinologists, dietitians, diabetes care and education specialists, and industry innovators to share the latest advances in diabetes treatment and management. With hundreds of sessions covering diabetes technology, nutrition, medications, and clinical care, narrowing down a few favorites is no easy task. As a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES), I attended ADA Scientific Sessions 2026 looking for evidence-based strategies that can improve diabetes care, enhance nutrition counseling, and support better outcomes for people living with diabetes. Here are three sessions…
