We Can't Give In or Give Up

Courage is not simply one of the virtues, but the form of every virtue at the testing point. ~ C.S. Lewis

 

Hands up!!!  Who is ready to face another day with diabetes?

 

School Snacks and Children's Weight

It's back to school time again!  My Granddaughter starts school this year.  She is excited!  It's time to think about what our children are being served for breakfast, lunch and snacks in their schools.  With the increase in child obesity in the US, parents need to start monitoring what their children are eating not only at home, but also in their schools.                                                                                                                                                  

What do you think schools could do to provide healthy snack options for your kids?

How School Snack Rules Affect Children’s Weight |

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The Great Soda Debate-A Ban on Soda by March 2013 in New York

I very rarely have a soda, and it has been that way since my early twenties.  When I do want one, I drink a coke.  I drink water, milk, orange juice, coffee and hot and iced tea.  So, for me, the soda has never been a big issue.  I do know, however, that for a lot of people, it is.                                                                                                                     

A BAN ON SODA by MARCH 2013 in New York? What do YOU think?

The Great Soda Debate

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New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg recently opened a huge can of worms when he announced that, by next March, New Yorkers will no longer be able to purchase 

                                           

Hearty Salads

Diabetic Living

Forget salads that leave you hungry. Try one of our hearty salad combinations that are packed with nutrition and taste! http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/diabetic-recipes/salad/yummy-salad-recipes/

Stroke Warning Signs

Stroke - Stroke Warning Signs - Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada

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Stroke is a medical emergency. Know the 5 warning signs, risk factors, treatments and how to prevent it The Heart 

A Nice Treat

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Living with diabetes doesn't mean you can never treat yourself again. Check out our best cupcake recipes – and look for the sugar substitute options to lower the carb count per serving. These light and fluffy cakes have only 13 grams of carb per serving (10 grams of carb with a sugar sub). http://www.diabeticlivingonline.com/diabetic-recipes/dessert/diabetic-cupcakes/

Get Support in Managing Type 2

Living with Diabetes: Healthline

When you were first diagnosed what helped comfort you the most?

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Get Support in Managing Type 2 Diabetes

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Learn how you can keep things under control with tips to improve your sex life, stick with a fitness program, become a better advocate for yourself and your health, and much more.