November is National Diabetes Month

Thanksgiving is soon approaching, a time when many are giving thanks for food, family and health. Many favorite dishes are loaded with sugars and it is tempting to overeat. This can be a health issue for those with diabetes. Whether we have a family history or not, we shouldn’t deprive ourselves but rather, consider eating in moderation while enjoying a great feast. The Diabetes Educator website provides a nice visual on how to divide your plate along with some healthier recipes: https://www.diabeteseducator.org/export/sites/aade/_resources/pdf/general/ThanksgivingPlateResource.pdf The American Diabetes Association includes tips on Navigating the Thanksgiving Feast and other holiday tips: http://www.diabetes.org/mfa-recipes/tips/2012-11/navigating-the-holiday-feast.html http://www.diabetes.org/food-and-fitness/food/planning-meals/holiday-meal-planning/ So go ahead and enjoy the feast but remember that if you’re thankful for your health, stuff that turkey and not yourself! Here are some Thanksgiving Day suggestions: Don’t wait to eat until the feast to avoid overeating. Fill half your plate with vegetables but avoid or limit those that contain cream sauces or butter. When filling your plate take only a spoonful of the dishes you really enjoy and wait and see if you really are still hungry after eating before considering more. Skip the bread and rolls. Roast those sweet potatoes rather than smothering them in butter, sugar and marshmallows, roasting them at a high te...
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