With the end of American Diabetes Month upon us, it seems fitting to give a nod to a few celebrities who are living with this potentially deadly disorder. Finding out you have diabetes usually means a complete overhaul of your life that includes monitoring your blood sugar levels, changing your diet, and exercising regularly. Keep in mind that type 2 diabetes can strike almost anyone, so protect Read more

While new research is popping up all over about the dangers of refined carbs — last week we learned white rice increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes — Americans continue to chow down. Giving up certain foods may seem like a no-brainer, but everyone has a favorite that is difficult to say goodbye to. I'm curious to know if you're able give up any of these white foods for good. Read more

With those cute faces, it's hard to resist giving pets that extra treat (or four.) Still, after time, little indulgences turn into a lot of pounds and long-term risks of arthritis, heart and liver problems, diabetes, and more. Not good. If you're looking to lose weight (on a furry friend), exercise is just one part — get my feeding tips when you start this slideshow. Read more

The Meatless Monday Campaign, which is a national health effort aimed at preventing heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and cancer, has become increasingly popular over the last few years. The vegetarian initiative highlights the fact that the body can't store excess protein, and if you consume more protein than you need, you'll just eliminate it through your urine and put an extra strain on Read more

"What's my baby doing on the cake platter taking a nap?" Oh snap! That's a cake! Every baby shower deserves a special dessert but these er... take the cake? Forget the diaper cakes or the diabetic friendly flower pastry. Shower hosts can serve up a frosted newborn on a silver platter. On the hilarious and uber-creative blog spot Cake Wrecks, we found some unsettling baby confections. What could Read more