Your life is normal, all is good. You are happy and then it happens. You are told that you have Diabetes.
There may be a more lonely place on earth to feel like you are at, but this is pretty close to it. You see an end to one life and are scared about starting another. How did this happen? Why?
There are many proverbial sayings such as "Misery Loves Company" or that "There is Safety in Numbers". They all basically translate to tell you that you will feel better when you know you are not alone.
Below are 12 things that other people with Diabetes want you to know. It will help. Life will be good again. It's largely the way you approach your life ....
Ok - Sorry - Please hurry up and read this! The point is that the world we live in is a busy place and even when people have Diabetes, they still have to stay focused, be on-time, and produce like everyone else. When others can grab a knish from a sidewalk vendor on the way to work, you need to eat healthy.
It's easy to take shortcuts to unhealthy eating. Now try these tips for healthy eating on the go to get to your meeting and feel good!
Money can be the root of all evil but it can also solve problems. Lack of money causes as many problems as having too much money does, and probably more. The world is filled with many problems that could easily be solved if more money were available.
Question - What happens to the overall health of a person with Diabetes when they cannot afford the expensive supplies, food and treatment costs?
Answer - They are less healthy and their Diabetes gets worse. A new study proves this.
The problem - where does the money come from? How do you fix this ....?
Fast food restaurants have become part of the landscape in America and abroad. In fact, the estimates are that about 12% of workers in America have actually worked at a McDonalds Restaurant at some point in their lives!
Now most folks would agree that eating fast food is not the healthiest option, but there are times where the convenience makes it worth considering. But what about for people that have Diabetes?
Maybe there are some options to consider .....
Lets say you are walking down the street, your mind thinking about the day ahead of you. A game show host suddenly steps out and says "I'll give you a bunch of money if you can tell me how many calories are needed each day to maintain a healthy body weight!"
You choke, stutter, think it's probably about .... I Dunno!
That's what a recent study in England found out. How do you draw a map when you don't even know where you are going! Read on ....
Research shows that the best way to GAIN WEIGHT is to eat with other people! We are all social beings and we tend to do what others do, which can include their eating habits.
But what if you need to lose weight or at least control your weight as many people with Diabetes do? There are some suggestions that can keep the "social" in eating without all the extra carbs and calories! Read on ....
We have all occasionally pulled out that "piece of I-don't-remember-what" out of our refrigerators. We don't want to waste food so we wrap it up (or so we think) and fully intend to eat it in the future, and then we forget it. For most people, this practice adds some interesting odors when you open the door. As much as you want to play "What's Causing That Smell", it is still better to keep everything rotated for freshness.
But for folks with Diabetes, a clean and neat refrigerator can help stop them from getting a serious illness! Read on ....
Just about every relationship has it's ups and downs. Whether you are married or have a significant other, most people have disagreements from time to time. For many couples, it turns into an unpleasant period of time until you both can see eye to eye again. Maybe that was a bad day at work for you or you went down to Starbucks to pour your heart out with your friends.
But when one of you have Diabetes, the stress can have a significant impact on your health and well being. Your partner's consideration about your Diabetes can play a major role!
You have all heard the old adage "An Apple a Day keeps the Doctor away". Now, I like apples as much as the next person, and they are healthy. (Quite honestly, I have never actually seen a doctor while I was eating an apple, so I guess it does work!)
However, a new study suggests that "Eating a Yogurt each Day helps keep Diabetes Away!" Now that seems like a pretty good thing too!
Happy New Year. Check it out below!
According to Forbes.com only 8% of people that make New Year's Resolutions actually achieve them! However, the idea to resolve to make your life better is generally a good idea at any time of the year.
Any way to help reduce the stress of dealing with Diabetes is worth pursuing. Here are 8 Tips that can help.
Psst. - Just don't call them Resolutions - you want to actually do these!
Depending on where you live, the Winter can prove to be especially difficult for people with Diabetes. Dry skin can put you at risk. If you need to go out to exercise, work, play or otherwise deal with Winter's challenging weather, follow these good tips. And don't let the Snowman Slap You!
Well, that probably depends more on the dogs that you lay down with! The point here is that some old sayings, such as "If you lay down with dogs, you get up with fleas" or "You are the company that you keep" may at least be partially true. With a new year about to begin and folks everywhere looking to make positive resolutions to improve their lives, it is a great time to review this topic. For people living with Diabetes or those with Prediabetes, a move to a healthier lifestyle can only help.
But what if your friends ....
Ok - Now you can't just load up on Chocolate because it tastes really good and expect to get healthy. However, there are a number of health benefits to eating some chocolate and the right types as well. Take your sweet tooth and your meal plan and see how to make this work!
Who knew that eating right would be so complicated? The right amount of this and not too much of that can help people with Diabetes to live healthier. Knowing the right foods to eat, cooked the right way and consumed by the right portion size is where the real work is. Here's a few tips to make it easier!
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from CuresForDiabetes.Org
Most of us count on our cars on a daily, if not hourly, basis. It's how we get around. Driving with Diabetes adds the concern of having a hypoglycemic event, so taking the proper preventative steps becomes very important. Do you do these each time?
Resilience - the word itself sounds strong. Dealing with Diabetes can be a sometimes over-whelming challenge, and in addition to all the other medical supplies needed, a dose of resilience can certainly do wonders!
How resilient are you? Take this test and find out if you need to "up your dose"!
Unfortunately, managing Diabetes can be like having a part time job. There are plenty of do's and don'ts, and occasional things to check. It is critical that your Blood Glucose meter system works properly, but what is the best way to find out?
Here's how!
