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Easy healthy breakfasts for people with diabetes

Diabetes Care August 18, 2015 Diabetes Diet, Diet and Fitness Articles, Meal preparation

Breakfast is an important part of healthy eating, especially for those living with diabetes. But including it as part of the regular daily routine can be challenging for a number of reasons.

Make a run for it!

Christie Hamilton August 16, 2015 Physical Activity

Do you see people running when it’s –20 degrees and snowing, and think, “How ridiculous!”? Twenty years ago, I thought the same thing. Now, I am that ridiculous person.

FEET…Love them or lose them! How to avoid foot problems.

Dr. Maureen Clement June 20, 2015 Foot Care, Living Well With Diabetes -Articles, Managing complications

We often hear scary stories about foot problems for people with diabetes. If care is taken it doesnt have to be that way!

Diabetes and high blood pressure

Diabetes Care February 11, 2015 Management, Managing complications

Everything you need to know about diabetes and high blood pressure. Includes information about high blood pressure medications and eating tips like ways to cut back on salt.

Managing hypoglycemia

Diabetes Care February 11, 2015 Managing complications

Understand what causes hypoglycemia, which is the medical term for blood glucose levels below 4 mol/L. Find out how to treat hypoglycemia quickly it with glucose tablets, sugar, fruit juice, or a soft drink.

Diabetes and smoking

Diabetes Care February 11, 2015 Quit Smoking

Diabetes and smoking - Learn how to focus on the positive results of quitting, including normal oxygen levels after just 8 hours and improved circulation. After 1 year, the risk of heart attack is half that of a smoker.