November 24, 2020
Category :Diabetes Research
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Tortillas are Mexican food dishes which has become a staple food in some homes. They can be eaten on their own or be used as wrapper for food. Tortillas can either be made of corn or flour. When it comes to Tortillas for diabetics, what matters is carbohydrates that it contains because the carbs would eventually break down into sugar. A typical tortilla has approximately 25 to 30 carbs depending on size. For diabetics, corn tortillas are safer because it contains less carbs. They are low in fat but are high in fiber and other nutrients such as calcium, potassium, iron, and B vitamins. They are also free of Gluten, a protein composite found normally found in wheat and oats to which many people are intolerant or allergic. However, corn tortillas that are purchased from groceries must have a lot of preservatives.
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anthocyanins, carbohydrates, fiber, low carb, low glycemic index, tortilla
October 19, 2020
Category :Diabetes Research
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Fruits are generally considered healthy because they are packed with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, phytonutrients and fiber, which are necessary for the proper management of anyone’s health. While practically all fruits are good for diabetics as long as they are eaten in moderation, there are great fruits that better recommended for diabetics primarily for their low glycemic index which pertains to the effect of their carbohydrates on blood sugar levels. It must be noted that it is the low glycemic index of a fruit and not its taste which makes it ideal for people with diabetes. Following are the fruits in the Philippines that are good for diabetes.
Strawberry – is a great fruit for diabetes because they are naturally sweet which can satisfy the sweet craving of a diabetic but are low in glycemic index.
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antioxidants, blood sugar level, citrus fruit, fiber, low glycemic index
September 14, 2020
Category :Healthy News
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Santol fruit is round yellow fruit with a white juicy sweet sour soft sub acid tissue. When the fruit is not ripe, the flesh is even sourer.
The sourness of the fruit is not what makes santol good for diabetics. Instead, the santol is good for diabetics because it is fiber rich and has a low glycemic index. Fruits with low glycemic index are fibrous and the fiber slows down its digestion which in turn regulates or prevents blood sugar levels to increase. The fiber curtails the absorption of sugar into the blood. Thus, the santol is fruit good for diabetics primarily because of its low glycemic index. Incidentally, the fruit is also great for people attempting to lose weight.
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allergic skin, cell metabolism, immune system, low glycemic index, low glycemic index fruits, santol fruit
September 11, 2020
Category :Diabetes Research
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Dasheen (Colocassia esculenta) or Taro is an edible starchy tuberous root from the Callaloo Plant. The leaves of the plant are also used as vegetable. Callaloo Plant also called Taro plant is tropical plant that has been famous for its nutritious contents and other health benefits. Dasheen or taro root can be cooked with lentils, baking, and dessert recipes such as Taro chips or vegetable chips for its mild, nutty flavor.
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amylose and amylopectin, calcium oxalate, callaloo plant, diabetic nephropathy, low glycemic index, taro chips, vegetable chips
July 20, 2020
Category :General Wellness
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A diabetic can generally drink at least two three servings of milk but it needs to be low fat. Milk is generally consider a healthy source of calcium and protein which is needed by diabetics. However, it must be stressed that the milk should be low fat because Cow’s milk and other dairy products or food derivatives of milk such as cheese and yogurt has a huge amount of lactose. Lactose is the milk sugar, which provides milk its sweet taste and comprises about 40% of a cow’s milk calories.
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almond milk, animal milk, low fat milk, low glycemic index, milk and dairy products, polyunsaturated fatty acids
April 22, 2020
Category :Healthy Advocacy| Healthy News
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Diet is vital in managing the health of a diabetic patient. The recommended diet would often refer to a low-fat, high-fiber diet which essentially involved fresh fruits and vegetables. Based on this general diet recommendation, the eating of Ponkan is definitely advised to diabetic patients.
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fiber rich fruit, fujian china, healthy diet plan, low glycemic index
April 14, 2020
Category :Diabetes Research
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Root Crops posts as an ideal substitute for rice especially for people with diabetes. Rice, which is the staple food of Filipinos has been considered risky for people with diabetes because it can increase blood sugar levels. This is especially true because diabetic patients usually suffer from an abnormally voracious appetite for rice. Rice is the main source of carbohydrates and energy of many Filipinos but for the diabetic, this may be risky.
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food and nutrition, kamoteng kahoy, low glycemic index, metabolic processes, starchy root
April 3, 2020
Category :Healthy Advocacy| Healthy Recipes
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Camote or sweet potato is a root crop that is commonly used as a rice substitute in provinces commonly hit by typhoons and where planting rice is not so conducive. As a rice substitute, Camote is rich in carbohydrates, which is our principal source for energy. The leaves of Camote (i.e. camote tops) on the other hand, is also consumed as a leafy vegetable like Kangkong.
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body metabolism, low glycemic index, potent antioxidants, protein hormone
March 13, 2020
Category :Healthy Advocacy
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Calamansi is a small citrus fruit that is normally used by Filipinos as condiment to add sourness to dishes or as a juice. It has become a popular food among Filipinos not only because of its ability to improve the taste of food but more so because of its healthful benefits. Calamansi is usually added to raw fish (kinilaw) for marinating meat and fish as well as for making refreshing juices. Calamansi is especially known as great source for vitamin C which is helpful in preventing sickness and boosting a person’s immune system. It also helps as a natural kidney enhancer. However, studies show the importance of Calamansi in the food diet of diabetic patients as well as for helping a person reduce weight.
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acidic food, low glycemic index, oranges and lemon, small citrus fruit
August 15, 2014
Category :Healthy Recipes
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Root Crops serve as an ideal substitute for rice for Filipino diabetics because it is a safe source of carbohydrates compared to rice which can spike blood sugar vessels. Sweet potato, cassava, taro and yam locally known as kamote, kamoteng kahoy, gabi, and ube, are some of the starchy root crops found to have low glycemic index (GI).
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cardiovascular disease, kamoteng kahoy, low glycemic index, metabolic syndrome, Root Crops, starchy root