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Dr. Mansur Shomali, Endocrinologist and Diabetes Expert Almost 30% of Canadians and 40% of Americans are considered obese, and we all...
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Dr. Mansur Shomali
Nov 6, 20232 min read
Continuous Glucose Monitors are Smaller and Better
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....
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Dr. Mansur Shomali
May 31, 20221 min read
The Diabetes Pandemic by Dr. Mansur Shomali
The Diabetes Pandemic by Dr. Mansur Shomali reviews the latest statistics of diabetes and prediabetes released by the CDC.
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Karen Graham
Feb 9, 20221 min read
One in two seniors have prediabetes or type 2 diabetes
That statistic from the American Diabetes Association, is staggering. We need to all be talking about diabetes. Click on these two links...
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Karen Graham
Jan 25, 20221 min read
Spicy Nutola
Recipe developed by Karen Graham, RD, CDE Spicy Nutola is a high-protein, low-carb snack. Watch Instagram Video @diabetesbooks MAKES 3...
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Karen Graham
Jan 18, 20222 min read
Best Home Exercise Videos
For ALL fitness levels. Let’s get moving! Why exercise? Karen Graham, RD, CDE says exercise is the best medicine. It helps your insulin...
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Karen Graham
Jan 4, 20221 min read
Diabetes Mini Video Series
CLICK THESE LINKS BELOW to watch five awesome 30 second to two-minute videos. Thanks to @directdiabetes for partnership on creating...
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Karen Graham
Dec 20, 20211 min read
Diabetic-Friendly Christmas Punch
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...
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Karen Graham
Nov 25, 20212 min read
Turkey Noodle Soup
©Diabetes Essentials, page 74 (Robert Rose, 2020). Recipe developed by Karen Graham, RD, CDE Turkey soups after Thanksgiving, or anytime...
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Dr. Mansur Shomali
Nov 10, 20212 min read
Dr. Shomali Diabetes Update: Jardiance Helps People with Heart Failure
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...
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Karen Graham
Nov 5, 20212 min read
Duck Soup
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...
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Dr. Mansur Shomali
Oct 28, 20213 min read
Two New Weight Loss Medications
Medical Treatments or Weight Loss — Dr. Shomali Diabetes Updates Many of my patients struggle with losing weight. In fact, obesity is the...
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Karen Graham
Oct 5, 20211 min read
Crustless Pumpkin Pie: Diabetes Meals for Good Health Cookbook
To celebrate Canadian and American Thanksgiving, I am sharing with you one of my most popular dessert recipes from my Diabetes Meals for...
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Dr. Mansur Shomali
Sep 28, 20212 min read
CGM is not just for intensive insulin users — CGM MOBILE Study shows
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...
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Karen Graham
Sep 14, 20212 min read
Mindful Eating QUIZ
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...
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Karen Graham
Sep 1, 20211 min read
Diabetes-Friendly Recipe Video: Grandma's Zucchini Loaf
It's September and that means ZUCCHINI TIME! Time to make my yummy Grandma's Zucchini Loaf from Diabetes Essentials published by Robert...
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Karen Graham
Aug 5, 20212 min read
Lose 5 lbs – You can do it!
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...
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Karen Graham
Aug 3, 20211 min read
Indigenous Positive Thinking Posters
Shannon Spence, the Tribal Diabetes Coordinator and her team at Interlake Reserves Tribal Council (IRTC) in Manitoba (Canada) developed...
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Karen Graham
Jul 29, 20211 min read
Flatbread Chips with Hummus Dip
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...
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Karen Graham
Jul 27, 20212 min read
Prevent type 2 diabetes in children
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...
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Karen Graham
Jul 23, 20212 min read
Diabetes Restless Feet or Legs
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...
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Dr. Mansur Shomali
Jul 8, 20212 min read
Diabetes Podcast - 2 part Interview
Dr. Shomali interview with Diabetic Savvy This DiabeticSavvy Podcast interview with Dr. Shomali, endocrinologist, is an absolute must...
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Dr. Mansur Shomali
May 25, 20213 min read
New diabetes medication — Rybelsus
GUEST BLOG by Dr. Mansur Shomali, Endocrinologist and co-author of the Health & Wellness Series For those of you who have followed my...
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Karen Graham
May 21, 20211 min read
Karen Graham's Avocado Chocolate Pudding
Recipe developed by ©Karen Graham, RD, CDE, and published in Diabetes Essentials, Robert Rose, 2020. For more delicious, healthy recipes...
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Karen Graham
May 4, 20212 min read
Canadian Discovery of Insulin
100 YEARS SINCE THE ISOLATION OF INSULIN BY BANTING AND BEST 100 years ago in May 1921, insulin was isolated by Canadian physician Dr....
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Dr. Mansur Shomali
Apr 27, 20212 min read
SGLT2 inhibitors
New diabetes medications lower blood sugar and risk for heart attacks, and help with weight loss. There are over a hundred different...
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Karen Graham
Apr 13, 20211 min read
Are you confused about probiotics and prebiotics?
If so, you’re not alone. Watch my video. to learn which foods are great sources of probiotics and prebiotics. For more information about...
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Karen Graham
Mar 30, 20212 min read
Vegetable Rice Medley
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...
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Karen Graham
Mar 17, 20211 min read
Chicken Souvlaki and Tzatziki
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...
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Karen Graham
Feb 25, 20212 min read
Why eat less salt when you have diabetes?
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...
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Karen Graham
Feb 16, 20212 min read
Lentil Tacos
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...
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Dr. Mansur Shomali
Feb 9, 20211 min read
Diabetes Technology in Primary Care
Dr. Mansur Shomali, guest editor for the recent edition of the American Diabetes Association (ADA) Clinical Diabetes journal on diabetes...
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Karen Graham
Dec 3, 20204 min read
Christmas Gifts for Diabetics
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...
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Dr. Mansur Shomali
Nov 24, 20202 min read
How does a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) work?
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...
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Karen Graham
Nov 10, 20202 min read
A Global Type 2 Diabetes Crisis
Click the link below to listen to the informative Diabetes Podcast by DiabeticSavvy with Karen Graham that covers a variety of topics...
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Dr. Mansur Shomali
Oct 27, 20201 min read
Pioglitazone: an old type 2 diabetes drug makes a comeback!
GUEST BLOG by Dr. Mansur Shomali, Endocrinologist and co-author of the Health & Wellness Series Pioglitazone came into medical use in...
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Karen Graham
Oct 6, 20203 min read
Five common questions about our Health & Wellness Series
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...
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Dr. Mansur Shomali
Sep 22, 20202 min read
Video visits with your health care team
GUEST BLOG by Dr. Mansur Shomali, Endocrinologist and co-author of the Health & Wellness Series During the COVID-19 pandemic, we have...
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Karen Graham
Sep 8, 20202 min read
Where do I get reliable diabetes information?
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...
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Karen Graham
Aug 16, 20202 min read
So you’ve been diagnosed with prediabetes
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...
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Karen Graham
Apr 7, 20202 min read
Diabetes and Covid-19: Keeping your Immune System Strong
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...
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Karen Graham
Jun 19, 20192 min read
How to Read a Food Label
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...
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Karen Graham
Jun 19, 20192 min read
A Fast & Healthy “Diabetes Friendly” Taco Bean Salad
This recipe developed by Karen Graham is found in Diabetes Essentials. Every recipe in Diabetes Essentials is kitchen-tested,...
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Karen Graham
Jun 19, 20192 min read
Keep Your Eyes Healthy
Thanks to Carl Durand, Karen Graham’s son, for reviewing these important tips. Dr. Durand also reviewed the eye section in Diabetes...
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