Tag: education
member name: cindy k.
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October 01, 2006 06:51 PM EDT --
The Peacock purse is a much needed product in the diabetic world. This purse is designed with diabetics in mind and by a diabetic.
The purse has one main compartment designed for diabetic supplies . . .
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September 07, 2006 10:17 AM EDT --
The table has been set. The perfectly cooked turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, rolls, green bean casserole and cranberry sauce along with marshmallow sweet potatoes have been set on your elegant table. Guests . . .
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September 11, 2006 10:20 AM EDT --
In light of the 5th anniversary of 9-11-01, it would be wise to come up with a plan. Here are a few helpful suggestions.
As a diabetic you face many challenges during any emergency, more so than anyone . . .
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October 09, 2006 09:33 PM EDT --
Well it was another exciting weekend. My husband and I went to the UCLA vs. Arizona football game in the Rose Bowl. The whole stadium was packed and it was a very exciting game. However, it seemed if you . . .
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November 09, 2006 02:14 PM EST --
Did you know November is American Diabetes Awareness Month? You may ask what can I do? As a diabetic, your voice is strong to tell everyone about your diabetes. There are many things, you as a diabetic . . .
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March 27, 2007 09:42 PM EDT --
Spring is in the air, birds are chirping and flowers are fighting their way up through the ground. You are still trying to count carbs, fats and calories and still exercising in lousy weather.
Friends . . .
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September 01, 2006 10:28 AM EDT --
Type 2 diabetes is a medical condition where the body can no longer utilize the insulin it produces. There are two stages in type 2 diabetes. The first stage is called insulin resistance. Insulin resistance . . .
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September 07, 2006 09:51 PM EDT --
Prediabetes is a precursor to diabetes. How does your doctor diagnose prediabetes and how is it treated?
Prediabetes is diagnosed by taking the following tests. People with a prefasting blood sugar of . . .
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August 31, 2006 09:57 AM EDT --
The F.D.A. recently approved the drug, Exubera. Exubera is inhaled insulin for use of adult diabetics only. The drug is expected to be released sometime this year. Exubera is produced by Pfizer.
Exubera . . .
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August 31, 2006 03:16 PM EDT --
Peanut Butter Cereal Bars - 26g Carbs, 2g Fiber
Prep: 20 minutes
Bake: 28 minutes
Carb Choices: 2
Nonstick cooking spray
4 cups surgarless oat cereal flakes with raisins
3/4 cup quick-cooking rolled . . .
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September 07, 2006 09:53 PM EDT --
Type 1 diabetes is a medical condition where the body no longer can produce its own insulin. Insulin is made in the pancreas and is used to break down carbohydrates, protein and complex carbohydrates, . . .
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September 14, 2006 01:42 PM EDT --
SAVORY FRESH APRICOT BITES
Serves 12
INGREDIENTS:
4 oz fat-free cream cheese, softened
12 fresh apricots, halved
½ cup pistachios, finely chopped
1 tsp cinnamon
DIRECTIONS:
Add 1 tsp cinnamon to . . .
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September 14, 2006 01:43 PM EDT --
- 2 medium ripe tomatoes (12 to 14 ounces total)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh basil, or 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- 1/4 . . .
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August 31, 2006 09:50 AM EDT --
Prediabetes is a precursor to diabetes. How does your doctor diagnose prediabetes and how is it treated?
Prediabetes is diagnosed by taking the following tests. People with a prefasting blood sugar of . . .
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August 31, 2006 09:52 AM EDT --
Taxes! Most people cringe or get angry when they hear the words. Yes April 17 will be here before you know; however you can make taxes work for you. Here are a few simple tips to increase your deductions . . .
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September 07, 2006 10:18 AM EDT --
Stress is a big factor and can affect your BG numbers. Even a little bit of stress can shoot your BG up. The best thing you can do is to find some way to relieve your stress. Psychologists recommend writing . . .
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September 14, 2006 01:39 PM EDT --
Ricotta Sundae - 15g Carbs, 2g Fiber
2 servings
1/2 cup strawberries, cut into quarters
3/4 tsp grated orange peel
2 tsp sugar substitute(splenda is best)
1/4 cup sliced strawberries
1 tsp cinnamon . . .
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August 31, 2006 03:15 PM EDT --
Use this recipe with baked ham, prime rib and other rich meats.
SPINACH CUSTARD
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
4 pkgs (10 oz each) frozen chopped spinach, squeezed dry
6 egg . . .
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September 07, 2006 10:19 AM EDT --
It's all ready here, Halloween. Let the festivities begin. However as a diabetic most celebrations are mine fields. What are you to do?
1. Inform your host/hostess of your medical condition and . . .
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September 07, 2006 09:57 PM EDT --
Cinnamon.Do you remember the smell of fresh baked cinnamon rolls? Now forbidden since you're a diabetic. Perhaps it was hot chocolate, with whipped cream then with a sprinkling of cinnamon. This now . . .
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