Category Archives: Diabetic Education

Welcome, Dr. Josie Levine! 5 Tips for MAINTAINING a Healthy Lifestyle Change

Okay, so you have a sense of what you’d like to change in your life, and what should become the new normal. Great, so far so good. Hands up those who get this far, and no further…well you’re among the … Continue reading

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Diabetes Interview: “Creating Success in the Face of Diabetes”

I had a radio interview with the authors connection about my book, “Creating Success in the Face of Diabetes”. I may have an opportunity for a longer interview next time. I invite you to listen to the interview by clicking … Continue reading

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Diabetic Chinese Food! Better Than Take-Out and half the Calories!

Craving something salty after all those holiday sweets? Wish you could make Chinese food in your own kitchen without wasting money or gas on questionable take-out? Here’s your answer! This recipe can easily be changed or varied depending on your … Continue reading

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Weight Loss Achieved by Two Lifestyle Interventions

Were you advised to lose weight to better manage type 2 Diabetes or for Diabetes prevention? Do you find visits with your physician to be frustrating ?  After the landmark DPP trial which demonstrated that modest weight loss produced a … Continue reading

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Try this Cheesecake from Tova’s Kitchen on Your Holiday Table!

This diabetic cheesecake recipe couldn’t be simpler!  Please comment below if you found this recipe to be helpful, or if you have any questions.  Enjoy!

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Diabetes News: Another Benefit of Exercise

Do you get up early to drive your kids to school every morning?  Perhaps you are being too good to them.  A recent study in Denmark on 17,000 children aged 5 to 19 showed that the kids who biked, walked, … Continue reading

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Diabetic Dessert Recipe: Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies

Invited to a holiday gathering and you want to bring a low-carb dessert that’s delicious that you, too, can indulge in?  Try these classic soft chocolate chip cookies.  Easy to make, they keep for weeks and retain their softness.  Plus, … Continue reading

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Diabetic Dinner Recipe: Beef with Pearl Onions and Mushrooms in Red Wine Reduction

This gourmet recipe is much easier than it sounds, and even tastier than it looks!  Impress your friends, family, or that special someone with this gourmet dinner.  Enhance it with a leafy green salad and side of steamed vegetables!

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BIG NEWS FROM TOVA’S KITCHEN!

I’m going to continue to post recipes as well as techniques, so stay posted!  If you find a recipe helpful or enjoy a video, please let me know by leaving comments either here or on the youtube page.  Thank you, … Continue reading

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Tips for the Holidays

Were you looking for tips to avoid gaining weight over the holidays?  Here are a few tips garnered from patients who have been successful at avoiding weight gain. 1) Avoid standing around the buffet table. Walk around the room  talking … Continue reading

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