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By Will Knight On September 20, 2016

8 Bad Eating Habits for Diabetics

In addition to the types of food and the overall volume, it’s also important to make sure that you’re aware of the timing and...

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By Billy Kanter, CPED On September 15, 2016

Fall Footcare Tips

By forgoing socks, donning flip-flops, or simply going barefoot, Summer was the time to free our feet from their year-long...

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By Billy Kanter, CPED On September 1, 2016

3 Exercises for Reducing Heel Pain

Heel pain is fairly common, and can be a result of many different issues or conditions. Nonetheless, regardless of what is...

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Best At-Home Workout for Type 2 Diabetes

By Will Knight On August 30, 2016

Best At-Home Workout for Type 2 Diabetes

Exercise is an important part of every type 2 diabetes management plan. Fortunately, it’s not impossible for you to include...

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Tags: Diabetes Awareness, Diabetic Shoes, Diabetes Blog,

Exercises and Treatment for Plantar Fasciitis

By Billy Kanter, CPED On August 26, 2016

Exercises and Treatment for Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis is the medical term for inflammation of the plantar fascia, which is the connective tissue that runs along the...

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By Will Knight On August 23, 2016

Diabetic Recipe: Healthy Shrimp Scampi

Looking for a healthy take on a comfort food favorite? How about a diabetic recipe: healthy Shrimp Scampi with Linguine? All you...

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By Billy Kanter, CPED On August 18, 2016

4 Tips for Healthy Toe Nails

Your nails are a reflection of your overall health, which is why proper nail care is so important. Below are a few simple and...

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5 Morning Routines to Control Type 2 Diabetes

By Will Knight On August 15, 2016

5 Morning Routines to Control Type 2 Diabetes

Controlling Type 2 diabetes can be a daunting task that can easily be pushed aside by the stresses of everyday living. You must...

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By Will Knight On July 28, 2016

Food Cravings and Diabetes

If you have type 2 diabetes, you’ve probably been advised by your healthcare team to incorporate healthier foods into your diet....

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By Will Knight On July 1, 2016

Diabetes Friendly Chips

Ahh snacking! Is there anything better in the world than opening a bag of potato chips and having a good snack? Of course there...

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By Will Knight On June 27, 2016

5 Stretches for Your Feet

As we all know, a great deal of demand is placed on our feet. Our feet flex and change shape with every step, which means we’re...

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By Billy Kanter, CPED On June 21, 2016

4 Summer Running Tips

Even after an awful start to spring here in the Midwest, it appears summer is upon us. With summer comes a lot more outdoor...

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Tags: Diabetic Foot Care, Patient, Lifestyle

Steps to Prevent Swollen Feet While Flying

By Billy Kanter, CPED On June 9, 2016

Steps to Prevent Swollen Feet While Flying

Summer tends to be one of the busier times for the year in terms of people traveling. One thing you may have noticed while flying...

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By Will Knight On June 6, 2016

Mean Green Diabetic Smoothie

A basic smoothie can be a great way to include more fruits and vegetables in your diet. This healthy weight loss smoothie...

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By Will Knight On June 3, 2016

8 Tips for Better Blood Sugar Control

If balancing your blood sugar levels feels like hard work, these strategies can help.

When you live with diabetes, balanced blood...

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8 High-Protein Vegetables for the Diabetic Diet

By Will Knight On May 26, 2016

8 High-Protein Vegetables for the Diabetic Diet

In the past, many people thought that those who followed a vegetarian diet were not getting enough protein. However, research has...

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By Billy Kanter, CPED On May 23, 2016

4 Tips for Checking your Feet

I’ve talked before about how to care for your feet, and the importance of going to a Podiatrist on a regular basis (especially...

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Tags: Diabetic Foot Care, Patient, Lifestyle

By Will Knight On May 17, 2016

A Magical Diabetes Drink

If there was a magical drink that could help boost metabolism and weight loss, cleanse and detox your liver, stimulate your...

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Diabetic Recipe: Broccoli and Quinoa Salad

By Will Knight On May 9, 2016

Diabetic Recipe: Broccoli and Quinoa Salad

This diabetic recipe: broccoli and quinoa salad, is quick and easy. It only takes about 30 minutes to prepare, and will leave you...

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By Billy Kanter, CPED On May 2, 2016

Fitting Tips for Diabetic Shoes

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By Will Knight On April 22, 2016

6 Foods That Fight Inflammation

The key to reducing persistent inflammation that causes chronic diseases (Think: Type 2 diabetes, heart disease, arthritis,...

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By Billy Kanter, CPED On April 18, 2016

5 Summer Tips for Diabetic Feet

It’s crazy to think that it’s almost May already. Spring, or what we’re calling “spring”, is basically over. As it gets warmer...

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By Will Knight On April 14, 2016

9 Basics for Managing Type 2 Diabetes

Healthy eating plays a major role in successfully managing type 2 diabetes. Use these tools to create a healthy and effective...

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By Billy Kanter, CPED On April 12, 2016

Foot Massage for Diabetic Neuropathy

Knowing how to receive a foot massage doesn’t take much. However, knowing how to give a good foot massage takes a little bit of...

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Diabetic Friendly Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes

By Will Knight On April 7, 2016

Diabetic Friendly Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes

Cauliflower mashed potatoes are a great way to sneak cruciferous veggies into traditional comfort food when you have a restricted...

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Natural Remedies for Foot Pain and Strain

By Billy Kanter, CPED On April 4, 2016

Natural Remedies for Foot Pain and Strain

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, fasciitis is understood to result from kidney and liver deficiencies. The kidney controls the...

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3 Shopping Tips to Eat Healthy and Save Money

By Will Knight On March 31, 2016

3 Shopping Tips to Eat Healthy and Save Money

We’ve all heard the old excuse that it’s too expensive to eat healthy. If you’ve ever switched from your local grocer to a Whole...

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Diabetic Neuropathy Symptoms and Treatment

By Billy Kanter, CPED On March 29, 2016

Diabetic Neuropathy Symptoms and Treatment

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By Billy Kanter, CPED On March 25, 2016

Eat for your Feet

Eating for your feet sounds like an odd concept. It even sounds weird to say. Nonetheless, it is important to know how your diet...

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By Will Knight On March 21, 2016

DWD - Drinking While Diabetic

Having diabetes doesn't mean alcohol is off-limits. However, there are a lot of questions you should know the answers to before...

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By Billy Kanter, CPED On March 15, 2016

3 Exercises for Improving your Balance

Each year, more than one-third of people age 65 or older fall. Falls and fall-related injuries, such as hip fractures, can have a...

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By Will Knight On March 1, 2016

Diabetic Egg Muffin Breakfast Recipe

If you’re like me, you love breakfast food…and not just at breakfast. I’m not talking about McDonalds deciding to serve breakfast...

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By Billy Kanter, CPED On February 23, 2016

What is a Hammertoe?

Many have asked, what is a hammertoe? For those of you who are unfamiliar, a hammertoe is a contracture (bending) of one or both...

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By Billy Kanter, CPED On February 19, 2016

3 Tips to Prevent Foot Odor

I may be generalizing, but I think it’s safe to say, all of us deal with foot odor…to some extent. Some of us more than others....

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Cream of Avocado Soup for the Diabetic Diet

By Will Knight On February 17, 2016

Cream of Avocado Soup for the Diabetic Diet

Servings: 4 big bowls

Time: 10 minutes

Difficulty: easy

Normally served warm, cream of avocado soup is equally delicious whizzed...

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5 Reasons Why You Should Start a Meditation Practice Today

By Will Knight On February 8, 2016

5 Reasons Why You Should Start a Meditation Practice Today

So, what is meditation? The word 'meditation' has been used to designate a variety of practices that differ enough from one...

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By Billy Kanter, CPED On February 4, 2016

Why Feet Smell

Foot odor. Gross. Even saying the words in your head brings to mind a lot of pictures, ideas and memories. Not good ones either....

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By Will Knight On February 1, 2016

The Best Herbs and Spices for Diabetics

So you’ve undoubtedly heard the expression “variety is the spice of life”. Well, a more accurate statement may be “spice is the...

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5 Seated Yoga Poses You Can do at Your Desk

By Will Knight On January 28, 2016

5 Seated Yoga Poses You Can do at Your Desk

Many of us sit behind our desks and stare at computer screens for far too much of the day. Although concentrated work can be...

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How to Exercise When You Have Diabetic Neuropathy

By Billy Kanter, CPED On January 25, 2016

How to Exercise When You Have Diabetic Neuropathy

A common New Year’s Resolution is to improve exercise habits. For someone with diabetic neuropathy, this may not be so easy. You...

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By Will Knight On January 21, 2016

5 Amazing Benefits of Walnuts

A simple and healthy snack, most nuts offer a powerhouse combination of protein, healthy fats, fiber, plant sterols,...

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5 Things Everyone Should Know About Their Feet

By Billy Kanter, CPED On January 19, 2016

5 Things Everyone Should Know About Their Feet

Let’s face it. most of us are hard on our feet. On average, we take close to 10,000 steps a day. Nonetheless, even though we take...

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By Will Knight On January 13, 2016

5 Reasons Why You Should Be Walking

Compared to what most of us view as traditional exercise, walking is easy, practical, and inexpensive. All you really need is a...

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The 6 Best Vegetables for a Diabetic Diet

By Will Knight On January 11, 2016

The 6 Best Vegetables for a Diabetic Diet

Vegetables are generally low in calories and carbohydrates, making them an excellent option for diabetics. There are two groups...

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Plantar Fasciitis Pain Relief: Tips and Solutions to Keep Moving

By Billy Kanter, CPED On January 7, 2016

Plantar Fasciitis Pain Relief: Tips and Solutions to Keep Moving

Being active is an important part of our everyday lives. Whether it be walking, running, swimming, biking, etc., it’s important...

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3 Ways to Make Your New Year’s Resolutions a Success

By Will Knight On December 31, 2015

3 Ways to Make Your New Year’s Resolutions a Success

It’s hard to believe that 2015 is over already. Every year, I’m more amazed at how fast the time has flown by. It’s a fact, the...

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By Billy Kanter, CPED On December 30, 2015

Footwear Tips for Winter

Hello Everyone,

My name is Billy Kanter, and I am excited to share with you all sorts of tips and facts about caring for your...

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Don’t Let Diabetes Knock You Off Your Feet

By Will Knight On December 14, 2015

Don’t Let Diabetes Knock You Off Your Feet

According to the latest numbers from the CDC, over 29 million Americans are living with Diabetes, and over a quarter of them...

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