Healthy Living
In addition to healthy eating and regular physical activity, there are several things you can do to help you live well with diabetes.
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Take charge of your kidney healthAre you aware that nearly 50% of people living with type 2 diabetes (T2D) have developed chronic kidney disease (CKD) related to their diabetes? Left untreated, this can lead to kidney failure.
Recommended vaccines for people with diabetesVaccines are an important way for everyone to stay healthy. They decrease the risk of getting sick, and if you do get sick the illness will be less severe. Vaccines are especially important for people with either type 1 or type 2 diabetes
Rucking: our favourite new exercise trendRucking is the simple act of taking extra weight along for a walk. It has evolved out of hiking, and it is a fantastic way to add more intense cardiovascular exercise to your routine while enjoying all the benefits of walking.
Best foods to eat after a workout to keep blood sugar stableAfter a workout, you might have noticed that your blood sugar tends to increase or decrease, depending on the activity you do.
Best foods to eat before a workout for steady blood sugarHave you ever wondered what you should eat before a workout? Does it change when you have diabetes? This is a common question, and the answer doesn’t have to be complicated.
10 anti-inflammatory foods that are good for diabetesDid you know that inflammation can increase your blood sugar? In fact, research shows that ongoing inflammation in the body can eventually lead to chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes.
Latest fitness trackers provide new benefits for people living with diabetesDo you have diabetes, and find reaching your health and fitness goals a challenge? You might want to check out the latest fitness trackers.
What’s that smell? Or is your nose playing tricks on you?Our sense of smell does more than help us enjoy life’s pleasures—it also keeps us safe by alerting us to dangers such as smoke or a gas leak. When you have diabetes, this vital sense can sometimes be impacted.
Navigating the grocery store for cerealsWhen you think about beginning your day on the right track, a good place to start is with a healthy breakfast. Breakfast cereals are a popular choice because they are quick and easy to prepare.
How to talk to your healthcare provider about weight management goalsWeight can be a sensitive issue to talk about, and rightfully so. It is often a deeply personal topic since it can come with a lot of stigma and misunderstanding.
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