Health Bits

September

 

School Lunches


It's that time again! Are you prepared to send your kids back to school? Don’t forget about a nutritious lunch. Get informed about what foods your child’s school serves and better ways to pack a lunch.

 

Fruits and Veggies


It can be difficult sometimes to eat all your fruits and veggies, so a lot of people don’t get the recommended 5 servings a day. Learn some tips on how to increase your fruit and vegetable intake.

 

World Heart Day

 

Work on making your heart healthier everyday with these 10 simple steps.

 

 

 

 

 


 

Diabetes Resources

INFORMATION

 

What is diabetes? Are you at risk? How can you prevent getting diabetes? Find the answers to these questions.

 

Know the warning signs of diabetes.

 

newDiabetes is a serious disease and proper management of the disease is important to maintain your health. Learn about the National Diabetes Education Program's (NDEP) Control Your Diabetes. For Life campaign, and find a 4 step action plan to help you stay healthy!
You can also listen to the NDEP's weekly podcasts from real people, not actors, living with and managing their diabetes.

 

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Mayo Clinic and the American Dietetic Association both offer information on food and nutrition and what constitutes a healthy diet, healthy cooking and healthy eating. Find information about the latest research.

 

Find the benefits of the Mediterranean Diet for diabetes control.

 

 

TOOLS

 

Test your diabetes intelligence!

 

Download a blood glucose weekly tracker. This will help you view your progress at a glance. It is also a great tool for you and your healthcare provider to use in discussing your long-term needs.

 

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Get the Tip of the Day, from the American Diabetes Association.

 

Take a look at the Diabetes Food Pyramid for healthy eating information specifically for diabetics.

 

 

 

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