Keeping a Positive Attitude and Avoiding Diabetes Burnout
The happiest time of year isn’t always happy. The coming weeks can bring additional stress and anxiety. Find out how we keep positive and avoid diabetes burnout. How do you stay positive?
Diabetes Management
Spread Awareness and Join Us on Facebook Live
It is important that we talk about the challenges of diabetes management, especially in November which is National Diabetes Awareness Month. Connect with us tomorrow – Thursday, Nov. 7th, 2019 from 7-7:30 p.m. as we go Live on Facebook! We’ll answer your questions and discuss diabetes management and supporting each other. See you then!
Talking To Your Doctor
Don’t Wait for a Health Scare
Why do we wait for a health scare to focus on our health and keep our vices in check? Whether you struggle with smoking, drinking, sugar, lack of exercise, stress management- most of us have a struggle. Most of us also get a little complacent UNTIL we have a legitimate scare. Chest pains, sudden vision […]
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Halloween Tips for Grown Ups
It’s almost Halloween. Find out how to avoid over-indulging this holiday, but still enjoy a treat or two. What are your top Halloween tips to enjoy the holiday and still take care of yourself?
Halloween Candy Alternatives for Diabetics
Halloween is almost here and we have some spooktacular non-candy, Halloween treat ideas for you! Don’t forget to keep your eyes out for those nutritional labels and low carb goodies! Have a fun and safe Halloween.
Keeping Track of Blood Sugar Readings and Medications
How are you keeping track of your blood sugar readings, medications, exercise and more? In today’s day and age, technology is a huge help. Alana shares some tracking apps and tools in this video. Check it out!
Talking To Your Doctor
Finally! A glucagon alternative!
For years, we have wondered why on earth there is not a better product than glucagon for low blood sugar emergencies. If you are on insulin, then you have probably been prescribed a glucagon emergency kit. Because glucagon is not stable in liquid form, it had to be in tablet form, that required a non-diabetic […]
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How to Diet When You’re Diabetic
Are you a diabetic looking to go on a diet or lose some weight? Rhodes shares his top, sustainable tips in this video! Remember, be sure to check your blood sugar more regularly and check with your doctor before starting any new diet or exercise plan. Good luck!
How to Snack with Diabetes
Don’t be afraid to snack! Focus on foods that are high in protein, low carb, low sugar and low fat (if possible). Find out a few of Alana’s favorite snacking tips, tricks and ideas in this video!
Handling Back-To-School Stress and Managing Diabetes
It’s that time of year where summer is over and everyone is back to work and back to school, which can bring lots of stress! Rhodes shares his top tips for creating a routine to manage your diabetes this fall, in this video.