Exercise and Nutrition

Joining A Gym

Intimidated about joining a gym or going back to the gym? Alana was too, but now that she’s back, she feels great. She shares what she looked for in a gym, and why it has made all the difference.

No More Snacking After Dinner

After just a few weeks of Rhodes’ new plan of NO Snacks after dinner, he is feeling great. No more high blood sugar over night, no more groggy mornings.

Three Low-Carb Meal Swaps

Alana has a few suggestions for substituting lower-carb options into your weekly mean planning. Love mashed potatoes, sandwiches on bread, and pasta? Give these three lower-carb alternatives a try!

Be Prepared When Shoveling Snow

Attention weekend warriors! Tackling the snow or leaves in your yard? Don’t forget to prepare like you would to exercise. If you are on medication or insulin for your diabetes, Alana suggests being prepared to ward off low blood sugar with glucose tablets or a snack in your pocket.

It’s Okay to Have an Off Day

As hard as he may try, Rhodes knows that it is impossible to have perfect diabetes management all the time. So rather than beat himself up, he gives himself a “night off.” Once a week, Rhodes indulges in his temptations, before getting right back on the bandwagon.

Fruit or No Fruit

Should diabetics avoid fruit? Alana spoke with a nutritionist and she concluded that diabetics can say yes to fruit, especially lower-carb fruits. Watch for tips on which fruit to reach for.

Packing Lunch

To pack or not to pack, that is the question. Alana says– PACK YOUR LUNCH!! Every day! And pack something similar every day. If you know how many carbs you are eating and how your body responds to those carbs, you will avoid a miserable, groggy, carb-overloaded afternoon.

Drinking Alcohol

Is being diabetic a reason to steer clear from an alcoholic drink or two? Rhodes talked to his doctor about this question, and the answer was surprising. He suggests that you have a conversation with your doctor as well.

Ordering Low-Carb Coffee Drink

Crave a Pumpkin Spice Latte like Alana? But don’t want the high-blood sugar you get from it? Try Alana’s suggestion for customizing your own sweet treat that is low-sugar and low-carb. Happy fall!