Eating dinner early and drinking water in the evenings before bedtime helps me keep consistent blood sugar level.

Exercise must be carefully planned with intake of food and insulin to prevent hyper- or hypoglycemia.

Small daily bouts of 7-10 minutes of exercise is as good as being at gym for 45 minutes. Find time to fit it in.

Talk to a registered dietitian to create a personalized nutrition care plan to help manage your blood sugar throughout the day, prevent further health complications, ... read more

Spend more time outside, especially gardening. Sunlight exposure--independent of the vitamin D you make most of the year-- improves mood and energy, and there's rese ... read more

Make a lifestyle change...in foods, use herbs and spices. Also, do exercise you enjoy and make sure you take your meds as directed.

Get outdoors and enjoy nature. It's the best antidepressant out there!

“Yes, we can also find new foods that are both diabetes-friendly and good for us. My biggest success in this area is the discovery of Lindt 95% cacao chocolate. I ca ... read more

Make sure to have your A1C checked regularly and have your doctor/endocrinologist adjust your medications accordingly if needed.

I fully recommend that anyone over 40 with diabetes include balance training as part of their weekly routine, at least two or three days per week. It can be as simpl ... read more

Drink water before every meal and snack.

If you have starchy items on your plate, include a green leafy vegetable, such as spinach, cabbage, or kale, and it will keep you from spiking your blood sugar.

Adequate sleep and physical activity play a critical role in blood sugar management. Aim for daily joyful movement.

With or without diabetes, a small treat can help curb a sweet tooth without leaving us feeling deprived or with a sugar crash later. For a lot of people, measuring p ... read more

My general recommendation is to aim for a balance of nutrients at meals. Having a balanced plate not only helps in the management of one’s blood sugar levels, but al ... read more

Newly diagnosed, but I am watching labels for hidden carbs, just because something says it's healthy or perceived to be healthy, it may not be right for controlling ... read more

Work with an RD and don't give up on yourself. You are more than your diabetes.

Engage in movement activities that you enjoy, but safely! Some examples include walking, biking, dancing, swimming, skating, and tennis.

If you are someone with diabetes who is having hypoglycemia - low blood sugar – you should seek help from your healthcare provider to review your medical treatment. ... read more