Day-to-Day Management

Making Smart Food Choices at Potlucks

Holidays, parties, and potlucks are fun, but can be terrible for a diabetic who is trying to eat a low-carb diet or lose weight. Think about your plate as four quarters or sections, and try (as best you can) to choose veggies first, proteins second, and the carbs and sweets last.

Being a Prepared Support Team Member

A key to diabetes management is being prepared—for treating highs and lows, checking blood sugar, and taking medicines. But as a member of your diabetic’s support team, how can you be better prepared? Alana has a few ideas, like carrying glucose tablets with you at all times.