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posted 11/09/2009, comments (4)

Using Protein to Your Advantage with Diabetes

I’m a big fan of protein, not just because it builds muscle and helps me get stronger in terms of my powerlifting training, but because I can literally use protein to help my body burn fat, stablize my blood sugar, and use it for glucose fuel before I even reach for a carbohydrate. It’s true: carbs are the quickest, most... Read more Chevron

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posted 05/13/2009, comments (3)

Interview w/ JMIAH, Type 1 Diabetic & Fitness Model

Howdy howdy. Below is an interview with Jeremy Williamson, also known as JMIAH! - (see his biography here!). Along with having had Type 1 Diabetes since he was 13, JMIAH is a competitive Fitness Model and has won many a competition over the past few years! And you can check out his website: www.jmiahonline.com. GINGER: To be a... Read more Chevron

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posted 05/07/2009, comments (0)

ASK GINGER - How do I figure out my insulin-to-carbohydrate ratio?

Hey Ginger, How do I figure out what my insulin-to-carbohydrate ratio? I’ve been guessing for a while, too long! And I want to be more precise. -Scott Hey Scott! I’m glad you asked J It’s so important to know this, especially because you may have to determine what this ratio is again at different... Read more Chevron

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posted 12/04/2008, comments (0)

Carbohydrates - INTERVIEW with ANDREW BERRY - Nutrition & Exercise Expert

Hey Everybody, Meet Andrew Berry! Andrew is my personal trainer and co-worker. He has a degree in Nutrition & Food Science and Dietetics. He has been a personal trainer for over five years and has competed in two bodybuilding competitions! Andrew has studied Endocrinology and diabetes in school but also out of his... Read more Chevron

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posted 06/02/2008, comments (4)

Ask Ginger: Low-Carb & Hypoglycemia

Dear GingerI’ve been thinking about eating less carbs because a lot of people say it helps with getting better blood sugars, being more sensitive to insulin and losing weight, but how can I eat less carbs without dropping low all the time? Seems like it would be kind of hard to do.-DanHey Dan,You know, I was really hesitant to try eating... Read more Chevron

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