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Eating when not hungry

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We don’t just eat when we are hungry. For some of us, eating is a way of coping with unpleasant feelings, like stress, anxiety and depression.

Monday, 23 November 2020

Fresh whole foods reduces risk of type 2 diabetes

Ideas to boost your veggie intake

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The role of vegetables in a healthy lifestyle is now front and centre. What part do they play in diabetes management? Find out how a plant-based diet affects diabetes and tips to get more veggies on your plate.

Thursday, 6 August 2020

Eid food

Nine tips for a healthy Eid ul-Fitr

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After a month of devotion and restraint it is easy to go overboard with the delicious treats. Eating slowly, focusing on the feel, taste and sensation of chewing each mouthful will help set you for the day.

Friday, 22 May 2020

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Spotlight on Chinese meals

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Accredited Practising Dietitian Lexie Jin suggests ways to modify some traditional Chinese dishes to help you with blood glucose management.

Wednesday, 18 March 2020

Mediterranean diet tied to better memory for people with diabetes

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People with diabetes may have better brain function if they follow a Mediterranean diet rich in fruits, vegetables, legumes, whole grains, fish and healthy fats, a US study reported by Reuters suggests. Mediterranean diets have long been linked to better heart and brain health as well as a lower risk of developing diabetes.

Friday, 21 June 2019

Are beans good for diabetes?

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Beans topped a list drawn up by the American Diabetes Association (ADA) of beneficial foods for all people, including those living with diabetes. Regularly eating beans may also help prevent other health conditions.

Thursday, 23 May 2019

Debunking detox diets

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It is a common health myth that our bodies need detoxifying, to achieve everything from dramatic weight loss, to better quality of sleep, or soaring energy levels. This simply isn't true.

Saturday, 26 January 2019

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