Cynthia Payne

Cynthia Payne, RD, CDE, works as a Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator at a hospital in Cobourg and is a public speaker to professional and lay audiences, and former nutrition columnist.

Articles & Books From Cynthia Payne

Article / Updated 03-26-2016
A number of excellent Web sites provide healthy eating tips and recipes for Canadians with diabetes. Visit the reference links below to find nutritional information and recommendations from The Canadian Diabetes Association, Health Canada, and other reliable sources, and check out the recipe links for lots of healthy diabetes meal planning ideas.
Article / Updated 03-26-2016
Having diabetes can make eating out at a restaurant quite challenging. It can be hard to find foods that are diabetes-friendly, but increasingly Canadian restaurants are offering healthier food options. Here are some strategies you can follow to make eating out a healthful, not harmful, experience: Choose foods in the appropriate amounts from the different food groups.
Article / Updated 03-26-2016
One of the best ways to manage diabetes is by being conscious of your diet — which is a lot easier to do if you’re eating your own food at home. Here are some handy tips for keeping your healthy diet on track and in line with the Canadian recommendations when eating and preparing meals at home. Eat breakfast every day.
Article / Updated 03-26-2016
You can be diabetic and enjoy a meal just like every non-diabetic person out there does. Planning ahead and preparing everything from your ingredients to the mood of the room can help you have a successful dining experience. There's more help with ways to enjoy your meal when you live with diabetes available. Click here to check out a bonus chapter from Diabetes Cookbook For Canadians For Dummies, Updated Edition.