It’s one thing to know about healthy foods
18 March 2024
It’s one thing to know about healthy foods. How do we change our food habits to ensure we get the nutrition we need? Check it out www.unlockfood.ca
Try something new or go with what you know. Create!
15 March 2024
It is Creative Arts Therapy week! Having diabetes is not easy so expressing yourself through art may help you to vent feelings. Try something new or go with what you know. Create!
Feel deep gratitude for all of your abilities.
14 March 2024
Creator gifted us with many ways in which we can move our body. Feel deep gratitude for all of your abilities. Find exercises and activities you enjoy and aim for 30- minutes per day.
Tailor your diabetes self-care plans to YOUR individual needs.
13 March 2024
Tailor your diabetes self-care plans to YOUR individual needs. Self-care factors include age, co-existing conditions and lifestyle. Find what works for you!
Practice the 20-20-20 rule.
12 March 2024
Do you spend a lot of time staring at a screen? Practice the 20-20-20 rule. Every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for at least 20 seconds. Reduce eye strain.
Nutrition is the study of nutrients in food.
11 March 2024
How does the body use nutrients. What is the relationship between diet, health and disease.
Exercise regularly to help manage weight and blood sugar levels.
8 March 2024
If you live with type 2 diabetes. It’s almost March Break. Have some fun and move!
Best NOT to exercise when insulin is peaking.
7 March 2024
Your blood glucose may drop during, immediately after, or many hours after exercise. Seek proper guidance.
Watch for changes in your skin color or temperature.
6 March 2024
Skin changes may indicate circulation issues that require medical attention.
March is Vision Month
5 March 2024
Take care of your vision. As life becomes more digital, intense glares from screens, blue light, can strain your eyes.
Each March, dietitians celebrate Nutrition Month.
4 March 2024
Each March, dietitians celebrate Nutrition Month. A spotlight on food and nutrition issues important to Canadians. www.dietitians.ca
Today is National Peanut Butter Lovers Day!
1 March 2024
Who knew? You may not be allowed peanut butter in school but at home you can! Peanut butter is a great source of protein and increases your good cholesterol! Dip it with apples or carrots for a nutrious snack!