Diabetes Digital Podcast by Food Heaven

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Do chia seeds actually help with blood sugar?

Chia seeds get a lot of hype in the blood sugar world. You might see them added to puddings, smoothies, or water and hear that they can magically prevent glucose spikes. So what is actually true? Today we’re breaking down what chia seeds do in the body, how they may support blood ... Show more

. 6min 44sec

What’s a balanced breakfast that isn’t eggs?

Eggs get talked about a lot when it comes to breakfast, especially in diabetes and blood sugar conversations. But not everyone likes eggs, tolerates them well, or wants them every morning. The good news is that eggs are not required for a balanced breakfast. Today we’re breaking ... Show more

. 16min 50sec

Is it okay to skip breakfast?

Breakfast is one of the most debated meals. In this episode, we’re cutting through the mixed messages to help you understand your body’s patterns. We’ll talk about cultural breakfast traditions, dawn phenomenon, how medications play a role, and why some people genuinely feel bett ... Show more

. 8min 40sec

How to read your labs without spiraling + what to ask for

Labs can bring up a lot of feelings fear, shame, pressure, and confusion. In this episode, Wendy and Jess break down the most important labs to know if you have diabetes, pre diabetes, or high cholesterol, what the numbers actually mean, and what you can do to support them. The g ... Show more

. 31min 10sec

Does cooking and cooling your carbs actually help blood sugar spikes?

If you’ve seen TikToks about cold potatoes or leftover rice being a “blood sugar hack,” this episode is for you. We’re diving into resistant starch, what it is, how it forms, and why it acts a little like fiber in the body. We’ll talk about the science behind how this can aid wit ... Show more

. 9min 51sec