INSULIN RESISTANCE

• Insulin is produced by the pancreas to process the blood sugar
• Insulin resistance occurs when the body is unable to process blood glucose in our bodies resulting in high levels of blood glucose

National Diabetes Statistics Report

METABOLISM

• Metabolism is the process by which our body converts fuel in the food we consume into energy that is needed for our bodies to function 
• Boost your metabolism with exercise and a diet that is high in fiber such as oatmeal and good fats such as avocado

A1C

• The A1C test is a blood test that is administered every three months to track blood glucose (blood sugar) in your body
• In general, the A1C should be below 7 to avoid diabetes complications

For more information see National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases

DIABETES MANAGEMENT IN THE KITCHEN

Apple Cider Vinegar

• Prevents some of the food starch from being digested and raising blood sugar level
• Also good to lower triglycerides

ANTIOXIDANTS

Antioxidants are molecules that destroy harmful free radicals in our bodies

Food sources:

• Blueberries
• Broccoli
• Dark chocolate
• Coffee
• Garlic
• Cranberries
• Grape skin
•  Tea

FREE RADICALS

Free Radicals

• Our body creates free radicals during the process of converting food to energy.       
• Free radicals damage our body cells resulting in oxidative stress
• Antioxidants destroy free radicals