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Year-End Wrap Up and Goals

Before the new year hits, we recommend an analysis of what you did right and where you struggled with your diabetes management. Further, let’s plan ahead and start thinking about our goals for 2020, so we can hit the ground running. What do you want to do differently in the new year?

Holiday Eating Survival Guide

Do you struggle with all the extra food temptations during the holidays? Here are our tips for not over-indulging. What are your top tips?

Plan Ahead for Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is about a week away. It’s not too soon to start planning for a healthy, low-carb meal. Whether you are hosting or a guest, here are a few tips to make sure you are prepared. How are you preparing ahead for Thanksgiving?

Diabetes Management

Today is World Diabetes Day

Dear Friends, Today, November 14th, is World Diabetes Day. This international event was started to raise global awareness of the Diabetes epidemic. Why? According to the International Diabetes Federation 1 in 2 people with Type 2 Diabetes don’t even know they have it! Please take the time TODAY to talk to your friends and family about […]

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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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Be a Part of the Bigger Cause!

This past weekend, Alana attended the JDRF One Walk in Richmond, VA to raise money for a cure to Type 1 Diabetes. Over $350,000 has been raised by 1,300 participants and 122 teams. As a diabetic or support team member, it’s really important to feel like you are a part of the bigger cause and […]

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!