Category Archives: Food and Fitness

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Success Story: Mark Lee

Posted on March 24, 2014 by
Mark Lee

When I first heard the words “you have type 2 diabetes,” I thought it was the end of the world. I had no family history and knew nothing about the disease at the time I was diagnosed, so this really came as a shock to me. But I look back now and understand it was just the beginning of a better life. As weird as this may sound, I consider my diagnosis a blessing because it has allowed me to do something I never thought possible: play hockey. Continue reading →

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Why I Ride to Stop Diabetes®: David Gibbs

Posted on March 18, 2014 by
David Gibbs, Third-Year Red Rider, Captain of Team Red Chicago

This Red Rider story comes to us from the Chicago area. Cheer him on in the comment section below! Continue reading →

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Easy Ways to Cut 100 Calories

Posted on February 25, 2014 by
two people stretching before exercise

Everything you do burns calories: breathing, sleeping, standing and all other activities you enjoy doing. But what does it take to burn just 100 calories? You may be surprised to know that it doesn’t take much. Continue reading →

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Learn How to be Healthy, Active and Live Well with Diabetes

Posted on February 6, 2014 by
EXPO 2

The American Diabetes Association EXPOs are FREE one-day diabetes-focused health events in more than a dozen metropolitan cities that bring health care professionals, experts, product exhibitors and volunteers together under one roof. Continue reading →

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Talking Type 1: Jennifer Becker

Posted on December 21, 2013 by
jennifer becker

Think type 1 diabetes is just for kids? Think again. Jennifer’s first sign was a rash that appeared after her trip to the Grand Canyon. Symptoms persisted for another 16 months before she was diagnosed, at age 38. Now, she aims to compete in one event every year to raise money to Stop Diabetes! Continue reading →

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Talking Type 1: Jada Quinn Livingston

Posted on December 18, 2013 by
Jada (with her daughter) after running a quarter-marathon!

Think type 1 diabetes is just for kids? Think again. Jada was diagnosed with gestational diabetes during her first pregnancy — but it didn’t go away. Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving Recipe Throwdown!

Posted on November 19, 2013 by
3D Mediterranean Diabetes Cookbook with Nautilus seal

Thanksgiving is right around the corner and it’s time to start planning a menu! What’s better than having your friends and family for dinner, while also treating them to some tasty and healthy side dishes? We invited four American Diabetes … Continue reading →

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