Diabetes and mental health are very closely linked. The experience of living with diabetes is often associated with concerns specific to the illness, such as fear of complications or fear of hypoglycemia. As a result, conditions such as depression, diabetes distress and anxiety can all occur.
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Magnesium: a mineral you want in your diabetes diet
With diabetes, it’s particularly important to have enough magnesium in your body because it helps regulate blood sugar and insulin sensitivity. Here’s the scoop on this powerful mineral and how to get more of it into your diet.
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Diabetes Financial: the financial burden for people living with diabetes can be very high. It is estimated that, in Canada, people with diabetes have medical expenses that are up to three times higher than people who don’t have the disease.
Read More »Menu planning for people with diabetes
Meal planning for people with diabetes shouldn’t be much different than for people who don’t have diabetes.
Read More »What should I drink if I have diabetes?
We all know diet is particularly important when you have diabetes because foods affect our blood sugar levels. But many beverages will do the same, so it’s also important to keep track of what you drink throughout the day. Here’s a look at the best drinks to have with your diabetes diet, as well as the beverages to avoid whenever possible.
Read More »Sciatica exercises for diabetes
Sciatica exercises for diabetes can help relieve pain, as well as improve muscle strength, posture and balance. Read this article to learn about the best exercises for sciatica pain.
Read More »10 fruits and vegetables for diabetes diet
Curious about the best fruits and vegetables to eat when you have diabetes? Here are 10 fruits and vegetables for diabetes that are ideal because they pack a slew of health benefits, while helping to regulate your blood sugar.
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