Knowing how to read a nutrition label is the first step to healthy eating. Read on to learn what food swaps you can make for your pantry essentials to start becoming a healthier YOU.
Being diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes and needing to change some aspects of your life can be hard, but we at Iowa Diabetes are here to help. Read on to learn some tips on making the right kind of change, and to gain motivation.
It’s important for everyone to eat breakfast, especially those with diabetes. Eating breakfast can help manage sugars, decrease risks for certain diseases, and give you lots of energy throughout the day. Included are some delicious and healthy breakfast recipes to motivate you to not skip this morning meal.
According to WebMD, one of the biggest risk factors for developing diabetes is age. In fact, a person’s risk of developing Type 2 diabetes increases dramatically after the age of 45. How do aging and diabetes affect each other? And what complications of diabetes increase as we age? Read and learn more about this to have a better understanding and protect your health!
Did you know that only 1 in 4 adults are meeting daily exercise recommendations? Finding your favorite form of exercise will help you incorporate activity into your daily routine in a way that is fun and feels good!
Traveling with diabetes does not need to be a stressful thing. If you prepare well when packing and getting ready for the trip, you should have anything and everything you could possibly need. This preparation allows you to relax and have fun during your travels, while also ensuring you are ready for any situation that may arise.
Vegetables are important for a healthy, balanced diet to ensure that you are getting enough vitamins and minerals. Most people in the US are not meeting the recommended three to five servings of vegetables per day. We are here to help and have put together some information about the importance of vegetables and have included some of our favorite recipes to help you achieve this goal.
