Diabetes Reset and Wellness

Green Vegetables

by: Alexandra Santamaria, PharmD, CDCESPublished on: 2026/01/30

Green vegetables are rich in fiber, chlorophyll, and plant compounds that support digestion, blood sugar balance, heart health, and long-term metabolic health. This article explains why “green” foods matter and how to include them consistently without overwhelm.

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How to Improve What You Eat

by: Alexandra Santamaria, PharmD, CDCESPublished on: 2026/01/24

Small changes add up. This post shares realistic ways to improve what you eat without dieting, giving up your favorite foods, or changing everything at once—especially if you’re managing diabetes or blood sugar.

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What the New Dietary Guidelines Say

by: Alexandra Santamaria, PharmD, CDCESPublished on: 2026/01/10

The new 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans place a stronger focus on whole, nutrient-dense foods and reducing added sugars. This article breaks down what aligns with functional medicine principles, what may fall short, and how these recommendations can help—or hinder—people living with diabetes when it comes to blood sugar control and long-term metabolic health.

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Dietary Fiber

by: Alexandra Santamaria, PharmD, CDCESPublished on: 2026/01/09

For people with diabetes, fiber choices should support blood sugar control—not raise it. Helpful tips: Focus on non-starchy vegetables as your main fiber source Choose berries over higher-sugar fruits Eat whole grains in moderate portions Pair fiber-rich foods with protein or healthy fats This helps slow digestion and reduce blood sugar spikes.

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