I love November for so many reasons….the fall season…my little guy’s birthday…Thanksgiving…but I especially love it because it means it is Diabetes Awareness Month and it calls attention to fighting a disease I am so passionate about preventing and managing. This November, I couldn’t be more excited to partner with Med-IQ for their ‘Injecting Hope […]
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5 Steps to Lower Blood Sugar During Stressful Times
Let’s face it – life gets busy. During busy times, stress levels can rise. Sometimes you may find that you are so busy trying to meet all your deadlines and take care of the demands everyone places on you, that you forget to take care of yourself. When stress is high, however, it’s more critical […]
A Fun and Healthy Snack Idea for Picky Eaters
An astounding 20 percent of children are considered picky eaters. The good news is that most often, they end up growing out of it. By their teens and twenties, their new favorite food is the one they used to detest growing up! Sometimes, though, picky eating can be a sign of other hypersensitivities – which can sometimes […]
Easy Labor Day Recipe Idea for Kids: Red White & Blue Fruit Kabobs
Are you looking for an easy Labor Day recipe idea for your kids? These red, white, and blue fruit kabobs make the perfect Labor Day barbecue recipe for your whole family. And they couldn’t be simpler to make. For some reason, Labor Day seems to sneak up on me every year. It’s probably because it […]
How to Manage Diabetes For Life: Top Tips from a Diabetes Educator
Are you struggling to manage type 2 diabetes? As a Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialist, I understand how overwhelming it can be to manage diabetes. But I have good news! With guidance and a little planning, you can set yourself up for a lifetime of success – and it can be simpler than you […]
5 Tips to Sleep Better When Stressed
I have always considered myself a good sleeper. I never had a problem falling asleep and once I was asleep, I would usually stay that way. But all of that changed a few months ago. To say the last few months have been stressful would be a bit of an understatement. My stress levels […]
How to Make Your Favorite Dessert Recipes for Diabetes
Many people think that if you’ve got blood sugar issues, it’s time to give up dessert for good. Well, I’ve got good news: you don’t have to stop eating your favorite treats if you have diabetes. That’s right — you can still have the sweet foods you love. Dessert recipes for diabetes simply require that […]
Easy Snack Ideas for Healthy Bones : 4-Ingredient Prune Cake Pop Recipe & more
Are you looking for easy snack ideas that can boost bone health? Then look no further. I have rounded up my top 5 favorite snack ideas that are simple, delicious, and packed full of nutrients that support bone health. This post has been created in partnership with Sunsweet Growers. As always, all opinions are […]
5 Low-Carb Dessert Recipes That’ll Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth
Low-carb dessert recipes that aren’t boring or bland can seem a little hard to come by. Nonetheless, more and more of us are adopting lifestyles that include eating less refined carbs. Why? Refined carbs can wreak havoc on our health, causing issues like blood-sugar imbalances and diabetes, weight gain, and even heart disease. There are […]
The easiest way to lower blood sugar naturally with Type 2 Diabetes
If you have type 2 diabetes, chances are you have spent a lot of time learning how to lower your blood sugar levels. And thankfully, there are many natural ways to lower blood sugar with healthy eating and physical activity. For instance, research has found losing 10% of your body weight can lower A1C levels […]