Stop the Spikes!

You probably know what kinds of things make your blood sugar go skyrocketing -- maybe it's pasta, orange juice, cereal, or banana. But sometimes it's less clear what pulls your glucose levels in the other direction. When you eat a higher-carb food, what have you found that softens the subsequent spike? What are some natural options for lowering blood sugar? Test your knowledge of the Spike Stoppers!

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Diabetes in the Movies

Julia at Blogabetes says:

"So last night, I did the 'Dumbest Thing Ever.' I had a couple of glasses of wine while we had family over, celebrating a birthday, and after they left, I went to bed and turned on the television. And what was on? Steel freakin' Magnolias"...

Why does this Julia Roberts movie make Julia the blogger cry every time? Read the rest of the post now, then check out Diabetes in the Movies - The List.

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Declare Your Independence from Diabetes Problems

Getting ready for the long holiday weekend? Read our Fourth of July diabetes tips, then take the dLife Summer Survival Quiz to make sure you're ready to enjoy all the fun. And if you're looking for fast and easy picnic-friendly foods, the dLife Recipe Finder has you covered. Whip up some all-American fried chicken; a pitcher of watermelon lemonade; and a batch of fruity fresh patriotic parfaits for your weekend gathering.

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