Diabetes
Handling the holidays when you have diabetes.
I never understood why National Diabetes Month was in November. It seems cruel to me that while people are being advised to avoid sweets and limit carbohydrates, the rest of America is having a carb-laden Thanksgiving meal, the holiday baking has begun, treats and goodies are flooding the stores, and this is the only time…
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My Healthy Plate for those with Diabetes
World Diabetes Day
According to The Diabetes Council, diabetes affects 537 million people, or 10% of the world’s population, as of 2021. The International Diabetic Foundation has determined that this number will increase to 643 million in 2030 and increase to 783 by 2045. These numbers do not include the 240 million plus people that have not been…
Read More3 Diabetes Myths Dispelled
Last night while at a party I was asked about my profession. Immediately people started sharing what their blood glucose levels were and wanted to know what their number should be, as well as the disease symptoms. One gal shared that her blood glucose was 101, which indicated pre-diabetes. Another individual shared that his number…
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