Mary Ellen Phipps, MPH, RDN, LD

20 Top Choices for Low Carb Pasta and Noodles

Tasty, blood sugar friendly, low carb pasta can be hard to find but there are lots of great options out there!

April 23, 2024 1 Comment

The Best Rice for Diabetes According to a Dietitian (+ Meal Ideas)

Rice offers a delicious carbohydrate base to many dishes. In this post, we discuss ways people with diabetes can enjoy rice and the best rice for diabetes.

April 8, 2024 1 Comment

Sick Day Rules for Diabetes to Optimize Blood Sugar Management

It’s important to have a go-to set of sick day rules for diabetes when you’re sick to help you manage your blood sugars.

March 17, 2024 No Comments

Bee Propolis Throat Spray: What It Is, Benefits, and Usage

Using bee propolis throat spray may help support your immune system and offer antioxidant-like benefits. Let’s dig into the science surrounding this natural remedy.

March 15, 2024 2 Comments

Magnesium and Diabetes: Impact on Blood Sugar, Metformin, and More

We discuss what magnesium does, how magnesium and diabetes are related, and how it impacts blood sugar levels. We’ll also look at how much magnesium you need, and what foods are high in magnesium.

March 7, 2024 No Comments

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27 Diabetes Desserts You Must Try

I’ve rounded up some of my favorite homemade and store-bought diabetes desserts! Just because you have diabetes, doesn’t mean you can’t eat dessert!

February 29, 2024 4 Comments

Best Ice Cream for Diabetes According to a Diabetes Dietitian

I am a registered dietitian and have been living with type 1 diabetes for 30+ years, but I also consider myself the ultimate ice cream and frozen treat connoisseur! In this post, I’ll walk you through what we want to look for in an ice cream or frozen treat and some of my favorite options for ice cream for diabetes.

February 27, 2024 2 Comments