LIVING WITH DIABETES

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Meal Planning and Grocery Shopping During COVID-19

When you are managing your diabetes, meal planning and simplified grocery shopping can always help. Now that COVID-19 has changed many day-to-day routines, these tips can help even more. If you are looking to change your eating habits and add more nutritious options, then meal planning is a great place to start.  Preparation can make cooking […]

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Exercise to feel good

8 Ways to Get More Exercise In Your Day

The human body is designed to move. Body movement, even in small doses, has been shown to reduce blood pressure, reduce post-meal glucose levels, and is associated with better physical function in older adults. We know there are lots of reasons to increase your physical activity. Yet, if you’re like many of us, it doesn’t

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Diabetes and the flu

Diabetes and the Flu: 6 Things You Should Know

Individuals with diabetes (type 1, type 2 or gestational) who get seasonal flu or H1N1 face additional challenges in keeping blood sugar under control. Being sick with the flu changes your appetite, which affects blood sugar. Feeling tired from the flu can mask symptoms of low and high blood glucose. Even more, since diabetes decreases

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