Chronic Conditions

What are four heart healthy foods? Both heart disease and diabetes have been the center of media and research attention. For good reason, too. In the United States, China, and many other countries, diabetes and heart disease have shown up as top risk factors for complications with COVID-19. Even though the vaccine is currently being

The holiday season can be a confusing and overwhelming time when you’re at-risk for developing diabetes or living with diabetes. Monitoring blood sugar levels is important for your health, and you want to enjoy holiday festivities. The good news is healthy eating during the holidays is possible with a little planning and extra support. Here

People living with diabetes face additional challenges during  flu season. This year COVID-19 adds to the confusion about symptoms and our health. One of the reasons it’s recommended to get the flu vaccine is when you get the seasonal flu, it may be more difficult to keep blood glucose in target range. Your immune system

Anyone who has tossed and turned all night or woken up feeling sluggish, knows how rough it is to live without a good night’s sleep. Unfortunately, poor sleep is all too familiar for people living with diabetes. Too little sleep can increase blood glucose levels, resulting in prediabetes, which increases the risk of developing type

Since many farmers markets are outdoors, they can actually be safer than grocery stores during COVID-19. Everyone can take extra precautions, especially if you are at higher risk. First, check online or call ahead to find any updates from your local farmers market. Many farmers markets adjusted set up to encourage social distancing during COVID-19.