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Diabetes Genetics: What Your Family History Really Means
If you or someone you love has diabetes, you may wonder: will my children get it too? Diabetes genetics is a complex topic, but …
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Dr. Linda Chen, RD, PhD
Registered Dietitian · Canada Health Journal
Dr. Linda Chen is a registered dietitian and PhD in Nutritional Sciences from the University of British Columbia. With expertise in clinical nutrition, sports dietetics, and gut health, she has worked with leading Canadian hospitals and sports organizations. Dr. Chen is a member of Dietitians of Canada and regularly contributes to national nutrition policy discussions.
Articles by Dr. Linda Chen, RD, PhD
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Diabetes and Heart Disease: What Canadians Need to Know
Diabetes damages blood vessels over time. High blood sugar causes inflammation and stiffness in the walls of arteries, making it …
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Hypoglycemia Diet: Foods to Eat and Avoid
A hypoglycemia diet can make a real difference if you struggle with low blood sugar. Hypoglycemia happens when your blood sugar …
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Diabetes: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment in Canada
Diabetes is a chronic condition where your body either does not produce enough insulin or cannot use insulin properly.
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Diabetes and Sexual Health: What You Need to Know
Diabetes affects the body in many ways. Over time, high blood sugar damages nerves and narrows blood vessels.
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Diabetes and Weight Loss: What Canadians Need to Know
For Canadians living with type 2 diabetes, diabetes and weight loss go hand in hand. Losing even a small amount of weight can …
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Type 2 Diabetes: Can Herbs and Plants Help Control Blood Sugar?
Type 2 diabetes is a condition that changes how your body processes sugar. It develops when two things go wrong at the same time.
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Diabetes: Types, Symptoms & Diagnosis Explained
Most of the food we eat is broken down into glucose — the form of sugar that travels in your bloodstream. Glucose is your body’s …
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Diabetes: Symptoms, Causes & Management Tips
Diabetes is a long-term condition that affects how your body turns food into energy. Normally, your pancreas releases insulin to …
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Diabetic Neuropathy: Neurological Complications of Diabetes
Diabetic neuropathy is nerve damage caused by long-term high blood sugar. Over time, excess glucose in the blood injures nerve …