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posted 10/25/2009, comments (0)

How to Cook Tempeh

Tempeh is one of those "strange" foods that may cause you to scratch your head wondering not only what it is but how in the world you are supposed to prepare it. I tried it for the first time this week. It has this a flavour that seems to be a mix of mushrooms and nuts. Tempeh typically comes in 8 ounce cakes. There are a number of... Read more Chevron

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posted 10/25/2009, comments (0)

The Soy Wars - Tempeh vs. Tofu Which Is Healthier?

Tempeh and Tofu ,once close relatives derived from the soybean plant, raised and formed for purpose in two different living environments. Which is healthier? Let's get right down to it: a primer on the soybean. Tempeh is a whole soybean product with different nutritional characteristics and textural qualities. Tempeh's fermentation... Read more Chevron

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Beth McNamara

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posted 10/22/2009, comments (0)

The Little Ways Diabetes Has a Big Impact on Schoolwork

As a mother of a son with Type 1, I tend to focus on the big picture when it comes to managing his diabetes. By this I mean I want to ensure that he doesn't have a severe hyperglycemic low that renders him unconscious or, on the other end of the spectrum, doesn't overindulge on carbohydrates and end up in the ICU in DKA. Now that the school year... Read more Chevron

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Dr. Bill Quick

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posted 10/22/2009, comments (3)

Never trust a single lab test

Anytime I'm at a big diabetes meeting where there are lots of exhibitors, there's probably one or more exhibitors who offer free A1C testing. And that was true again this week, at the IDF meeting in Montreal. As usual, I took advantage of the freebie and had my A1C done, at an exhibit sponsored by a company that makes an A1C machine for use in... Read more Chevron

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Ann Bartlett

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posted 10/22/2009, comments (2)

A Blood Glucose Meter for the Visually Impaired

For people living with diabetes, complications are a factor to be considered in doing everyday tasks. For someone with diabetic retinopathy, a simple task like reading your blood sugar could be frustrating, thus leading to bigger problem of skipping testing. The need to care for your blood sugar level is the most important factor in... Read more Chevron

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