Who would have ever thought that getting my bangs cut would lead to a long career in diabetes care and education? It's funny how life works. Here's my story how I got so passionate about helping people with diabetes that all started with a chance encounter. I learned valuable lessons...the hard way. I want things to be easier for you so here are my tips. 5 Tips for Supporting Someone with Diabetes 1. Ask your loved one how you can help. Everyone is unique. What helps one person doesn't help another. You can say something like "I know having diabetes can sometimes be hard and I want to … [Read more...]
Eating Healthy for Heart Disease and Diabetes
People who have heart disease and diabetes often come to me in a state of panic. "Hmm...heart disease, so, low fat means no meat or cheese...diabetes, that means no potatoes rice or pasta...not to mention sweets. Gee, can I eat anything?" Fortunately, the answer not only is "yes" but that you can eat everything. The key is not only what you eat, but how and when you it. Diabetes and heart disease are like evil twins. They work together in all the worst ways. Diabetes significantly increases your chances to have a heart attack or stroke. Many people with diabetes also have high blood … [Read more...]