By now, you’ve probably heard a lot about Ozempic, the injectable diabetes medication that became a mainstream topic for its weight loss effects. Rybelsus, the pill version of Ozempic, may be a less familiar name. To learn more about if this oral version of Ozempic is right for you, read on to learn about: What are the differences between Rybelsus and Ozempic? How does Rybelsus improve blood sugar? Does Rybelsus help with weight loss like Ozempic? Is Rybelsus covered by insurance in Canada? What are the common side effects of Rybelsus? What are the differences between Rybelsus and Ozempic? R ..read more

You’ve probably already heard at some point that fibre is an important part of a healthy diet. If the mention of fibre has you thinking “yeah yeah, my bowels are moving just fine”, keep reading because today we are zeroing in on viscous soluble fibre and how it helps to support blood sugar management. What is viscous soluble fibre? How does viscous soluble fibre improve blood sugar? How much viscous soluble fibre do I need? What are good sources of viscous soluble fibre? How to eat more viscous soluble fibre? What is viscous soluble fibre? Viscous soluble fibre are gel-forming fibre. They di ..read more

While the FreeStyle Libre 2 has been available in Canada since early 2021, coverage for the second generation Libre system was limited up until late last year. If you are wondering if you need to upgrade from the original Libre to the Libre 2, or if you are trying to decide if the Libre 2 is finally the one to take a plunge into sensor-based glucose monitoring, read on to get your Libre 2 questions answered: ,Is the FreeStyle Libre 2 covered by insurance in Canada? ,How much does the FreeStyle Libre 2 cost? ,What is the difference between the original FreeStyle Libre and the FreeStyle Libre 2 ..read more

1. Understand your diagnosis: What is Prediabetes? Prediabetes refers to blood sugar levels that are higher than normal but not yet high enough to be diagnosed as type 2 diabetes. In Canada, prediabetes is diagnosed based on one of the following bloodwork results: Hemoglobin A1C (HbA1C or A1C) of 6.0 - 6.4% Fasting plasma glucose (FPG): 6.1 - 6.9 mmol/L Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT):7.8 - 11.0 mmol/L While prediabetes has no symptoms, it increases your risk for developing type 2 diabetes, heart disease and stroke. Think of prediabetes as your body’s “early alert system” that you may nee ..read more

If you are living with prediabetes or diabetes, your doctor may ask you to complete a cholesterol blood test (lipid profile/panel blood test) on an annual basis. This helps to screen for and monitor dyslipidemia. Dyslipidemia refers to abnormal levels of blood lipids (fats) - which includes cholesterol and triglycerides. Jump ahead to: Why do cholesterol levels matter for diabetes and prediabetes? What do the cholesterol (lipid panel) labs mean? How to improve cholesterol levels? Why do cholesterol levels matter for diabetes and prediabetes? Living with prediabetes and diabetes is associate ..read more

Did you know that Canada is the largest producer of lentils in the world? At a cost of about $0.16 per 1/2 cup serving, lentils can be an affordable way to increase your fibre and protein intake. Jump to: Are lentils healthy? How to cook lentils? How to store cooked lentils? How to eat lentils more often? Are lentils healthy? Lentils are a great plant based protein option to incorporate more often in to your eating routine. Each 1/2 cup serving of cooked lentils provides: Fibre: 5 g (20% DV) Protein: 10 g Available carbohydrates (net carbs): 17 g Lentils are also a great source of iron (20 ..read more

When it comes to balanced meals, breakfast is often the one that clients find the most challenging to keep balanced. Do you skip breakfast as you scramble out the door in the morning? Do you find yourself hungry only an hour after breakfast? Do you feel sluggish halfway through the morning? Building a balanced breakfast helps to: Fuel your body and brain to provide steady energy levels Support better concentration and alertness Support more balanced blood sugars Balanced breakfasts don't have to be complicated! Here's your step by step guide to tackling balanced breakfasts every day: Step 1 ..read more

The flu is an infection of the nose, throat and lungs caused by the influenza viruses. If you have diabetes or another chronic health condition, chances are your healthcare provider or team asks you about getting the flu shot on a regular basis. Wondering what all the fuss is about? Read on to find out! Should you get the flu shot if you have diabetes? Why is the flu shot recommended for people with diabetes? When should you get the flu shot? How does the flu impact blood sugar? Can the flu shot cause blood sugar to be higher than usual? Do you need to space out the timing between the flu sh ..read more

The flu is an infection of the nose, throat and lungs caused by the influenza viruses. If you have diabetes or another chronic health condition, chances are your healthcare provider or team asks you about getting the flu shot on a regular basis. Wondering what all the fuss is about? Read on to find out! Should I get the flu shot if I have diabetes? Why is the flu shot recommended for people with diabetes? When should I get the flu shot? How does the flu impact blood sugar? Can the flu shot cause my blood sugar to be higher than normal? Do I need to space out the timing between my flu shot an ..read more

Has your healthcare team encouraged more frequent blood glucose (sugar) monitoring? Are you someone who only checks blood sugar first thing in the morning? Whether you are new to testing blood sugar or you have your routine down pat, read on to see if you are getting the most out of your blood sugar testing. Why do I need to check blood sugar? How often do I need to check blood sugar? When is the best time to check blood sugar? Why do I need to check blood sugar? You may be thinking “my doctor orders blood work to monitor my blood sugar every few months, why do I need to check blood sugar at ..read more