Dr. Mansur Shomali, Endocrinologist and Diabetes Expert Almost 30% of Canadians and 40% of Americans are considered obese, and we all...

For decades, people with type 1 and type 2 diabetes have been asked to do finger sticks in order to self-monitor their blood glucose....

The Diabetes Pandemic by Dr. Mansur Shomali reviews the latest statistics of diabetes and prediabetes released by the CDC.

That statistic from the American Diabetes Association, is staggering. We need to all be talking about diabetes. Click on these two links...

Recipe developed by Karen Graham, RD, CDE Spicy Nutola is a high-protein, low-carb snack. Watch Instagram Video @diabetesbooks MAKES 3...

For ALL fitness levels. Let’s get moving! Why exercise? Karen Graham, RD, CDE says exercise is the best medicine. It helps your insulin...

CLICK THESE LINKS BELOW to watch five awesome 30 second to two-minute videos. Thanks to @directdiabetes for partnership on creating...

Holiday Greetings from my home to your home! WATCH VIDEO. This punch is a low-sugar, no-alcohol variation that’s perfect for all members...

©Diabetes Essentials, page 74 (Robert Rose, 2020). Recipe developed by Karen Graham, RD, CDE Turkey soups after Thanksgiving, or anytime...

EMPEROR studies show Jardiance is not just for diabetes Those of you who know me or have read our diabetes books probably can see that I...

This soup is utterly delicious in its simplicity. It can be made with wild or farmed duck. It is so nutritious — high in protein and...

Medical Treatments or Weight Loss — Dr. Shomali Diabetes Updates Many of my patients struggle with losing weight. In fact, obesity is the...

To celebrate Canadian and American Thanksgiving, I am sharing with you one of my most popular dessert recipes from my Diabetes Meals for...

Today, I want to talk to you about glucose monitoring. There are two ways to do this. The traditional way is to use a blood glucose...

Take this quick quiz to become aware of where and when you eat. This can help you become more aware (mindful) about how you eat, which in...

It's September and that means ZUCCHINI TIME! Time to make my yummy Grandma's Zucchini Loaf from Diabetes Essentials published by Robert...

When I talk to a person about their goals to manage their diabetes, I often have heard, “I want to lose 30 lbs.” I answer with, “Let’s...

Shannon Spence, the Tribal Diabetes Coordinator and her team at Interlake Reserves Tribal Council (IRTC) in Manitoba (Canada) developed...

This is an easy-to-make fun recipe for adults and kids. 1 thin-crust flatbread or thin-crust pizza (300 g makes 32 chips) Washed and...

You’ve probably heard the saying that, “Diabetes runs in families.” It is true. If we inherit type 2 diabetes genes from our parents we...

By Karen Graham, RD, CDE Do you wake up at night or have trouble falling asleep? Is this because of diabetes-related restless feet or...

Dr. Shomali interview with Diabetic Savvy This DiabeticSavvy Podcast interview with Dr. Shomali, endocrinologist, is an absolute must...

GUEST BLOG by Dr. Mansur Shomali, Endocrinologist and co-author of the Health & Wellness Series For those of you who have followed my...

Recipe developed by ©Karen Graham, RD, CDE, and published in Diabetes Essentials, Robert Rose, 2020. For more delicious, healthy recipes...

100 YEARS SINCE THE ISOLATION OF INSULIN BY BANTING AND BEST 100 years ago in May 1921, insulin was isolated by Canadian physician Dr....

New diabetes medications lower blood sugar and risk for heart attacks, and help with weight loss. There are over a hundred different...

If so, you’re not alone. Watch my video. to learn which foods are great sources of probiotics and prebiotics. For more information about...

Recipe developed by Karen Graham, RD, CDE To watch a short VIDEO of this recipe click here. Did you know? Instant brown rice has a lower...

Cooking Show with Karen Graham and Chef Davis Knight Watch it by clicking on this link. I am excited to have done a cooking show with...

By Karen Graham, RD, CDE Salt is made up of sodium and chloride. You won’t see salt listed on labels but you will see sodium. Health...

Recipe by Karen Graham, RD, CDE Lentil Tacos is my son’s idea for a fast-and-easy meatless meal. It’s healthy and great tasting! Instead...

Dr. Mansur Shomali, guest editor for the recent edition of the American Diabetes Association (ADA) Clinical Diabetes journal on diabetes...

Here is my list of some healthy and fun gift ideas for kids, youth and adults with diabetes—or for diabetes prevention. These gifts might...

Guest Post by Dr. Mansur Shomali What, How and Who of CGMs What are common CGMs? The use of CGM systems has grown tremendously in the...

Click the link below to listen to the informative Diabetes Podcast by DiabeticSavvy with Karen Graham that covers a variety of topics...

GUEST BLOG by Dr. Mansur Shomali, Endocrinologist and co-author of the Health & Wellness Series Pioglitazone came into medical use in...

1) Do I need to buy all three books in the series? No, many people who just want an easy small book to answer those first questions, buy...

GUEST BLOG by Dr. Mansur Shomali, Endocrinologist and co-author of the Health & Wellness Series During the COVID-19 pandemic, we have...

If you’ve just been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, or even if you’ve had diabetes for a while, you may ask, “Where do I get reliable...

Are you thinking, “Phew, glad I don’t have the real thing.” And, “I won’t worry about it for now.” If so, please think again. Once you...

People with diabetes are at risk to get more severe flu or Covid-19 symptoms. This is especially true for people with diabetes who are...

Five Easy Tips 1st. Look at your labels at home. Get out your reading glasses! Sit down with a glass of water or a cup of tea and look at...

This recipe developed by Karen Graham is found in Diabetes Essentials. Every recipe in Diabetes Essentials is kitchen-tested,...

Thanks to Carl Durand, Karen Graham’s son, for reviewing these important tips. Dr. Durand also reviewed the eye section in Diabetes...