Living With Diabetes

Insulin is necessary for the body to be able to use glucose for energy. When you eat food, your body breaks down all of the sugars and starches into glucose, which is the basic fuel for the cells in the body. Type 2 diabetes is the most common type of form of diabetes when the body does not produce enough insulin or the cells ignore the insulin. All those who diagnosed for type 2 diabetes have a risk to get hurt eyes, kidneys, nerves or heart provoked by high blood glucose levels. But if you are increased risk of diabetes, for example, if you’re overweight or have a family history of the disease there are diabetes prevention that will never too late to start. First of all it’s not bad getting more physical activity to lose weight trying to keep your blood sugar within a normal range.

Also getting plenty of fiber may reduce the risk of diabetes by improving your blood sugar control and whole grains may reduce your risk of diabetes and help maintain blood sugar levels. The American Diabetes Association recommends blood glucose screening for everyone age 45 and older who’s overweight. If you’re older than age 45 and at a normal weight, ask your doctor about earlier testing. Also ask your doctor about testing if you’re younger than age 45 and overweight with one or more additional risk factors for type 2 diabetes.

Living with diabetes can be a challenge, but the tasty recipe can make it some easier.

Roasted Broccolini with Balsamic Vinegar

2 bunches (about 8 ounces each) broccolini
1 tablespoon olive oil
kosher salt to taste
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

1. Preheat the oven to 450°F.
2. Trim the stem ends of the broccolini and spread the spears on a baking sheet. Brush them with olive oil (especially the flowering part) and sprinkle with salt.
3. Roast the broccolini on the top rack of the oven until the stems become tender when pierced with a knife, about 10 minutes.
4. Toss the broccolini with the balsamic vinegar and serve.
Serving Size: about 2 spears
recipe serves: 6