Type 2 Diabetes: Blood Sugar Foods, Exercise & Tips

Foods that lower blood sugar, such as celery and specific juices, are vital for managing Type 2 diabetes. Incorporating structured exercise and nutritional therapy can reduce dependency on medication and improve irritability.

Pills to Lose Weight for Type 2 Diabetes

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Maura Shenker

Obesity is a known risk factor for developing type 2 diabetes (T2DM). The reasons for this are complex but include insulin resistance -- a problem with how the body responds to insulin, the hormone that normally helps metabolize blood sugar for energy.

Maura Shenker is a certified holistic nutritionist and health counselor who started her writing career in 2010. She leads group workshops, counsels individual clients and blogs about diet and lifestyle choices. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the Rhode Island School of Design, a Master of Fine Arts from The Ohio State University and is a graduate of the Institute for Integrative Nutrition.