Category Archives: Tips and ideas

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Safe Air Travel with Diabetes

Posted on May 24, 2016 by
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With Memorial Day weekend coming up, many people across the country will begin planning their summer vacations (if not already). However, for people living with diabetes, there is often a lot more preparation involved, from packing extra medications and supplies to securing doctors’ notes. Continue reading →

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Time To Step It Up, America!

Posted on May 3, 2016 by
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As CEO of the American Diabetes Association, I see research and statistics every day that reinforce the importance of staying active to reduce risk factors surrounding diabetes. One fact that stands out in particular is that sitting for long periods of time increases the risk of serious, potentially life-threatening health problems such as obesity, type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Continue reading →

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Diabetes Distress: Causes, Research and Tips to Manage

Posted on April 29, 2016 by
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If you live with diabetes, it can be added source of stress—and in turn, stress can make diabetes more difficult to manage. The ongoing and endless list of things you need to think about can feel overwhelming: constantly checking your blood glucose, knowing exactly what you are eating, remembering to inject insulin or take your medications—not to mention the unexpected swings in your blood glucose levels at the most inopportune times. Continue reading →

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Eat Well to Celebrate National Nutrition Month

Posted on March 1, 2016 by
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For many people, choosing foods is one of the most challenging aspects of managing diabetes. Let the American Diabetes Association® be your source of up-to-date information on nutrition. March is National Nutrition Month®— the perfect time to find delicious ways to eat well. Continue reading →

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Join our #AsktheRD Twitter Chat — March 9 at 7 p.m. ET!

Posted on February 25, 2016 by
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With March being National Nutrition Month®, it’s the perfect time to find delicious ways to eat well! The Association is excited to host an #AskTheRD Twitter chat on this very topic Wednesday, March 9 at 7 p.m. ET—featuring a nutrition expert with experience in diabetes management.
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Join Our Safe at School Twitter Chat — Aug. 11 at 1 p.m. ET!

Posted on August 5, 2015 by
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The American Diabetes Association’s Safe at School campaign is dedicated to making sure that all children with diabetes are medically safe at school and have the same educational opportunities as their peers. Continue reading →

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Five Things to Know about Carb Counting

Posted on April 2, 2015 by
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Whether you’re a veteran carb counter or new to the idea, we hope to explain the basics and demystify it for you! Continue reading →

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