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Once exceed moderation, and the most delightful things become the most undelightful. --Epictetus The holidays left your lifestyle a mess? Don't default to detoxes. Ease your way into lifelong healthy [...]

DELICIOUS WAYS TO DEFEND AGAINST DISEASE ARE A GROCERY RUN AWAY. LOAD YOUR BASKET WITH THESE WEAPONS. BY MICAELA YOUNG GREEN TEA Caffeine and antioxidants help damaged cells die, lowering [...]

YES, FIBER HELPS YOU POOP. BUT RESEARCHERS ARE FINDING EVEN MORE SUPERPOWERS IN THIS VENERABLE NUTRIENT. HERE ARE THREE THAT MIGHT SURPRISE YOU. BY MICAELA YOUNG 32 MORE ACTIVE YEARS! [...]

3 SHOULDER STRETCH From Upward Salute, exhale as you bring your arms down and around, reaching slightly behind you while outwardly rotating your shoulders to stretch your chest. 5 CHAIR POSE From Forward Fold with Clasped Hands, inhale, then gently release your hands and sweep your arms up as you lift your head and chest and lower your hips back and down as far as is comfortable. 6 FORWARD FOLD Release Chair Pose on an exhale and bow forward, leading with your chest, to place your hands on the floor as your release your quadriceps and straighten your legs. [Extracted from the article]

In this article several diabetes experts living with diabetes answer several questions related to diabetes such as how does carbohydrates (carbs) impact blood sugar, why does some carbs take longer to digest and benefits of fiber. Topics include when one has diabetes, either the pancreas produces little or no insulin, or the cells don't respond when insulin comes knocking, and there are three main types of carbs including sugar, starch, and fiber, and the bodies digest each differently.

The article offers step-by-step instructions for a yoga workout by Rachel Zinman for managing diabetes which focuses on improving strength and flexibility, managing stress, and gaining a more positive outlook.

The article discusses the health benefits of mushrooms and offers brief information on mushroom products. It is noted that it contains nutrients like potassium, which helps control blood pressure. It presents information on a study in 2017 that found fungi to be the best source for fighting antioxidants, ergothioneine and glutathione. Some of the new mushroom products include Mushroom Coffee Mix from Four Sigmatic, Pan's Mushroom Jerky and Purely Elizabeth Bars.

The article discusses the popularity of mushrooms as a food product as of 2018, and it mentions the phytochemicals, antioxidants, and beta-glucan fiber that are contained in mushrooms. The nutritional aspects of mushrooms are addressed, along with advice on how to choose mushrooms at a supermarket. Shiitake, oyster, and white mushrooms are examined, along with the hen-of-the-woods variety of mushroom which is often used in stir-fry meals. Vitamin D is assessed.

Inspire REAL LIFE Each summer, about 160 youth advocates living with type 1 diabetes take part in the JDRF Children's Congress, a program that sends participants (and their families) to Washington, D.C., to meet with their representatives in Congress. This highly selective program - there are over 1,000 applicants each year - offers youth leaders ages 4 to 17 the chance to share their experiences with type 1 diabetes with their congressional leaders and to emphasize the importance of funding life-changing diabetes research. MJ, Catelin, and Ty: "We made photo albums for our members of Congress with pictures of us managing our diabetes. [Extracted from the article]

Talk This year, as the coronavirus hit across the country, grocery delivery became more than just a convenience. INSTACART Over 350 grocers including Publix, Kroger, and Costco partner with Instacart to offer delivery and pickup. Phipps offers four meal-planning tips to help streamline grocery ordering and reduce stress in the kitchen. [Extracted from the article]

Inspire kate Hall is a two-time national collegiate champion and the national high school record-holder in the long jump. A LONG TIME COMING Hall set her sights on the Olympics early in her career. RETURNING HOME "I decided to forgo my last collegiate season and have extra time with [my former] coach, who knows about type 1 diabetes, before the Olympic year", says Hall, who returned to Maine in June 2018 to train under her high school coach. [Extracted from the article]

Taking an up-close look at your diabetes care can help you see past the day-to-day and move forward in a way that best supports your goals. We'll walk you through four areas to help you connect with your needs and rethink your care. PAGE 64. [Extracted from the article]

"In hot environments, many people don't realize how much they're perspiring because it evaporates so quickly, especially if they're wearing sweat-wicking clothing", explains Melinda Manore, Ph.D., RD, CSSD, a researcher and professor emeritus in nutrition at Oregon State University. Her DIY sports drink: 8 ounces of 100% fruit juice mixed with 8 ounces of water and 1 teaspoon of salt. If you're doing moderate to vigorous activity in particularly hot or dry weather for 45 minutes or more, Isaacs also recommends replacing lost electrolytes by sipping coconut water or a sports drink during exercise to help performance and prevent muscle cramps. [Extracted from the article]

And apricots contain lutein and zeaxanthin - two carotenoids that research suggests are particularly important for eye health. A study published in JAMA Ophthalmology that tracked age-related macular degeneration (AMD, the leading cause of blindness in the developed world) in middle-aged people over the course of more than 20 years found that those who ate the most carotenoid-rich foods were 40% less likely to develop advanced AMD than those consuming the least. Carrots get all the kudos for protecting vision and staving off eye-related diseases. [Extracted from the article]

The article presents a five day meal plan for people with diabetes during the holiday season. Topics discussed include the options in breakfast, including baked oatmeal with pears, and egg sandwich; the options in lunch, including salmon-salad sandwich, and chickpea bowl with lemon vinaigrette; and the options in dinner, including farro salad with salmon and mushrooms, and roasted pork tenderloin.

The article offers information on a woman named Lisa Schieri, her diagnosis with diabetes at 28 years of age and the efforts by her to adhere to a diet for effective disease management. Topics discussed include the medication required by her to manage her blood sugar; a major respiratory failure suffered by her in January 2017; and the changes made to her diet, including the consumption of vegetables.

GOOD LIFE FRESH IDEAS FOR EVERY DAY Protein isn't the only key nutrient when it comes to building and keeping muscle. Vitamin C is essential for keeping our muscles in top shape, explains sports dietitian Jessica Isaacs, RD, CSSD, owner of Jessica the Sports RD, who wasn't involved in the study. Not only is it needed to make collagen - the scaffolding that holds our tissues together - it's also a powerful antioxidant that defends muscle cells against damage caused by free radicals. [Extracted from the article]

Inspire SPOTLIGHT HEALING WITH HUMOR "I learned early [on] that laughter can get you through tough times", says Gardell, who is 51 and has been performing stand-up comedy since high school. ASKING FOR HELP When his father, who had type 2 diabetes and lung cancer, passed away in 2018, Gardell started thinking about his health and his habits. Billy Gardell partnered with Novo Nordisk for their My Type 2 Transformation program, where he learned the ins and outs of managing diabetes from a team of experts. [Extracted from the article]

IN EVERY ISSUE Say "thank you" Foster strong, supportive relationships by showing your appreciation with a card or a heartfelt statement: "You get me and that means so much." Attend a diabetes event Your presence (even virtual!) helps represent the diabetes community, keep group meetings sustainable, and show others they're not alone. Find an accountability partner Invite someone to help you stick with a routine. [Extracted from the article]

The article offers review of several products including groundbreaker fleece jacket by the REI; heattech leggings by the Uniqlo; and Mt. Hayes waterproof chukkas boots by the Timberland.

The article lists basic that that should be included in first-aid kit of a diabetes patients including hand sanitizer, wet wipes, and glucagon kit.