The holidays are full of food and cheer. How can you make smart choices on what you drink so your blood sugar does not spike? A wise healthcare provider once said, “It is much more satisfying to chew your calories, than to simply drink them.” Many drinks don’t feel as filling as food, and many […]
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With Halloween now upon us, it can be hard for those with diabetes to fully enjoy the festivities. That said, here are a few suggestions to help you navigate trick-or-treating or the Halloween office party. As with all suggestions, be sure to check with your medical professional before you enjoy the festivities. Plan Your Day
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By Amy DeMay, MSHA, Coalition Administrator Your child has been complaining of being very tired all of the time; in fact, there have been no arguments about bedtime in several weeks. During the day, he comes into the kitchen and drinks water by the large glass multiple times over just a few hours, and is
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Diabetes Distress When someone has a diagnosis of diabetes, they know that there isn’t any vacation from diabetes. A person needs to think about medications, exercise, technology, eating plans, possible complications that arise from the disease, hypoglycemia as well as having to deal with people who might not understand diabetes almost every day. After some
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When traveling on the road it can be hard to eat healthy all the time, especially with dining options. However, with a little planning, you can make sure that you have food options and snacks for you to keep on track. In today’s blog, I look a few food choices to consider eating to keep
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What is Summer without a vacation or a road trip of sorts… maybe some time at the beach, or maybe a cabin in the woods or even sightseeing in the city… Whatever your summer plans are, if you are heading away from home and you have been diagnosed with diabetes, or pre-diabetes, there are some
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Diabetes can bring a variety of complications, including some challenges with one’s feet. Nerve damage and poor circulation can lead to a loss of sensitivity, skin changes, calluses and skin breakdown, all of which can lead to more serious complications such as ulcers, an inability for the skin to heal, increased risk of infection and
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By Ronald Bollinger A member of the Diabetes Coalition recently mentioned a theme of Knowledge is Power. I along with other members of the Coalition thought this was a great theme! As I pondered more about that statement, it occurred to me that Knowledge is also Survival! It’s important for everyone to know the
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The Standards of Care in Diabetes by the American Diabetes Association (ADA) is released every year for healthcare professionals for guidance of diabetes care.There are 17 chapters and over 300 pages on multiple topics concerning diabetes.The following is a list from the most current ADA guidelines of 2024 which people can review in order to
By Karen Carrier| Food, Families, and Communities Educator with Penn State Extension You may have heard the saying “Eat the Rainbow,” but what does this mean for your health, and how can you implement it? Eating the rainbow means choosing a variety of fruits and vegetables in all the colors of the rainbow, from red
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