Two years ago, my doctor told me that I was at heightened risk for diabetes. My A1C, a measure of my blood sugar, was abnormally high. I was stunned.

So I got to work. While not the only reason I chose to pick up a minor in Nutritional Sciences, it was certainly a significant one. I questioned, and I learned, and I read up using what I learned—like diving into how Asians sit at a higher risk for diabetes at lower BMIs than one might think. Friends going for Slurpees after balling? Nah, maybe next time, guys.

As a result of changes in my diet, I was constantly on the hunt for food that had plenty of veggies, little carbs, but also a tasty x-factor to keep me interested.  One small stop along that quest was this joint: Mr. Gyros.

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