Time to Change her Life

For more than 20 years, Judy Niemuth, 64, of Hawthorn Woods, Illinois, watched her mother battle diabetes and struggle with her health. Last October, at age 85, Judy's mother passed away from a massive heart attack.

"I was emotionally and physically devastated," Judy says. "I am also an overweight diabetic, so in addition to mourning for her, I was frustrated and worried about my own condition. But I realized I still had time to change my life."

Judy started taking GlucAffect, and after five months says she has lost 30 pounds and watched her glucose levels plummet from an average daily level of 268 down to 115.
"I am ecstatic about these changes and I can only get better," she says. "I am now taking Relìv essential nutrition with GlucAffect two or three times a day. I am convinced that if I stay on Relìv's products and continue to lose weight, I will no longer be in harm's way because of my diabetic condition. My goal is to maintain my diabetes the healthy way — the Relìv nutritional way. And I can't wait to help others and tell the whole world about my success story. It truly has been a miracle for me!"

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Counting Carbs? Know the Carbs in Your Fruit

From Debra Manzella, R.N., former About.com Guide Updated November 19, 2009

When you're trying to eat well with diabetes, carbohydrates play a big part. Empty carbs with little or no fiber can make your blood sugar soar. Keeping track of the carbs you eat is important for balancing your blood sugar. Fruit is a great source of vitamins, minerals and fiber. But the natural sugar in fruit makes it a carbohydrate too. 

The "big guns" of a healthy diet include lean protein, whole grains, vegetables and fruits. Calories and fat grams in food choices also play a part when you're trying to eat healthier. If you have diabetes, you are probably also watching your carbohydrate intake, as well.

So, what about fruit? Where does fruit fit in a healthy diet? Even though fruit does contain carbohydrates, almost all fruits are filled with vitamins and antioxidants. They are low in calories and are virtually fat free. Fruit also has fiber, which has been shown to help lower blood sugar levels as well as contribute to overall health.

If you are keeping track of your carbs, it's good to know that some fruits are lower in carbs than others, while still packing a great nutritional punch.
What are the healthiest choices? Using an online nutrition website, like About.com's Calorie Count, can make things easier. I researched a variety of fruit and found the calories and carbs for each, on Calorie Count. Use Calorie Count to check out the carb count on your favorite fruits, or use the handy chart below to help you make good fruit choices in your daily meal plans.

KNOW THE CARBS IN YOUR FRUIT

FRUIT Portion Calories Carbs (in grams)
APPLE 3-1/4" diameter 110 30
BANANA medium 105 27
PEAR medium 96 26
WATERMELON 1 wedge 86 22
ORANGE 3-1/16th" diameter 86 22
GRAPES 1 cup 62 16
PEACH 2-3/4" diameter 61 15
CANTALOPE 1 cup cubes 54 13
PINEAPPLE 3-1/2"-3/4" slice diameter 42 11
STRAWBERRIES 1 cup whole 46 11