Americans consume an average of 3,400 milligrams of sodium per day. Yet we should consume no more than 2,300 milligrams of sodium per day (most experts agree it’s even better to stay below 1,500 milligrams a day).
Because 75 percent of the excess sodium in American diets comes from prepared and processed foods, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is asking food companies and restaurants to lower their sodium levels over the next 10 years.
Most of us have heard about the dangers of salt. So alternatives like Sea Salt, Kosher Salt and Pink Himalayan Salt seem tempting. Are natural salts more nutritious than table salt?
No matter where it comes from, salt contains the same amount of sodium chloride.
So matter which salt you choose its still important to reduce your salt intake. Here’s what you can do:
a). Avoid processed foods. Anything that comes in a box or that’s labeled “quick and easy” may be loaded with sodium.
b). Ask restaurants to hold the salt. When dining out, ask that foods be prepared without adding salt.
c). Always read the nutrition labels. Pay special attention to soups and processed meats like deli meats, hot dogs and ham. They’re packed with sodium!
d). Buy salt-free snacks. Munch on crackers, nuts and other snacks that have no added salt.
e). Flavor food with herbs. Hold the salt. Herbs won’t raise blood pressure, and many have anti-inflammatory benefits.
f). Enjoy black pepper! Black pepper is an important healthy food owing to its antioxidant, antimicrobial potential and gastro-protective modules.
The idea behind Spare a Rose, Save a Child is simple: buy one less rose this Valentine’s Day and donate the value of that flower to children with diabetes. Donations go to Life for a Child, an International Diabetes Federation program which provides life-saving diabetes supplies, medication, and education that children in developing countries need to stay alive.
Please tune in to Diabetes Late Nite on Tuesday, February 12, 2019, 6 -7: 30 PM, EST for a lively discussion about ‘Self-Acceptance & Diabetes’ with musical inspiration from Dolly Parton.
Recently, Dolly ceived a Golden Globe ‘Best Original Song – Movie’ nomination for her song ‘Girl In the Movies’ from her album, Dumplin’ Original Motion Picture Soundtrack.
“Netflix’s Dumpin’ film has an emotionally impactful message of self-acceptance, wrapped in a charming coming-of-age story & steeped in Dolly Parton music,” says ScreenRant.
Dolly Parton may not star in the Netflix film Dumplin‘, but she’s the driving force behind its story and gives it some sparkle along the way.
The film is based on the book of the same name by Julie Murphy. It tells the story of Willowdean “Dumplin'” Dickson (Danielle Macdonald), the plus-sized teenage daughter of former beauty queen Rosie Dickson (Aniston), who signs up for her mom’s teenage pageant as a protest.
February’s Diabetes Late Nite guests include Poet Lorraine Brooks, Dr.Beverly S. Adler PhD, CDE, Patricia Addie-Gentle RN, CDE, Catherine Schuller AICI, CIP, Lisa R Young, PhD, RDN, and Type 2 Diabetes – What To Know Facebook Community moderator Autumn Reed.
Throughout the podcast we will be playing music from Dolly Parton’sDumplin’ Original Motion Picture Soundtrack courtesy of SONY Music.
Diabetes Late Nite is a fast-paced, full-filled hour of diabetes education and wellness advice that encourages listeners to “laugh a little, learn a lot.” TUNE IN
The Netflix film, Dumplin’, based on the best-selling 2015 novel by Julie Murphy, is about a plus-size Texas teenager named Willowdean, who uses Dolly Parton’s music and life philosophies to cope with the death of her Aunt Lucy. When Willowdean decides to challenge the unrealistic beauty standards of her Texas town, Dolly’s music guides her to find friendship and support in unlikely places.
Most psychologists agree that self-love or self-esteem (which are similar, although maybe not exactly the same) begin in childhood. If your parents love you, you are likely to feel better about yourself. But many parents are too stressed or too wounded to give their kids that kind of love. As a result, people may feel unlovable or unworthy their whole life. Media images might reinforce those negative feelings.
During the podcast we will be discussing why the journey to self-love may be complicated for many people living with diabetes and how to love yourself when your body seems to be betraying you, or when you blame yourself for health problems. Additionally, our guests will share tips on how to resist the power structures that make them believe they aren’t worthy of love or celebration
Throughout February’s Diabetes Late Nite podcast we will be playing music from Dolly Parton’s Dumplin’ Original Motion Picture Soundtrack courtesy of SONY Music. Dolly Parton wrote six new songs for the Dumplin soundtrack with producer, Linda Perry. One of those original songs, “Girl in the Movies,” scored Dolly Parton a Golden Globe nomination. Dolly also reworked some of her classics with today’s leading recording artists including Miranda Lambert (“Dumb Blonde”); Macy Gray (“Two Doors Down”); Sia (“Here I Am”); and Elle King (“Holdin’ On To You”).
Experience the first-ever totally free Diabetes & Cardiovascular Disease Escape Room. Clued Inn, on Diabetes Alert Day, Tuesday, March 26, 2019 in New York City sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim.
Online registration is quick and easy, and the entire Escape Room Experience is TOTALLY FREE courtesy of our sponsor, Boehringer Ingelheim.
3 Easy Steps To Register (starting in late January)
STEP 1: Take either the Diabetes Risk Testto assess your risk factors for type 2 diabetes – OR – the Heart IQ Quiz for those living with type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
STEP 2: Choose your escape room theme and time after receiving e-mail.
STEP 3: Arrive 15 minutes before reservation with your confirmation.
Special Guests: Dr. Beverly S. Adler PhD, CDE, Catherine Schuller AICI, CIP, Susan Weiner MS RDN CDE CDN FAADE and the Clued Inn mascot. More details coming soon!
Do you know that people living with diabetes are two times more likely to develop and die from cardiovascular disease – such as heart disease, heart failure, heart attack and stroke?
You can lower your chances of having a heart disease by taking the following steps to manage your type 2 diabetes to keep your heart and blood vessels healthy. VISIT KNOW DIABETES BY HEART
How great was 2018? Well it was fabulously great for our Diabetes Late Nite podcast with ground-breaking topics, expert guests, exciting games and trending musical inspiration. Let’s look back at the top 3 most popular podcasts from the past year.
Show Synopsis:When the happy healthcare host, Mr. Divabetic heads to the Gotham City Ballet Company’s box office to fix a mix up with his ‘Swan Lake’ tickets he’s faced with a even bigger problem – a MURDER! To make matters worse, one of his latest culinary creations, a gluten free cheesecake, seems to be covering the victim’s face. Could our happy healthcare host’s wacky culinary skills make him an accessory to the crime? Mr. Divabetic and his team must whip a crime-solving recipe before a deadly dash of danger ends his diabetes advocacy and healthy catering career once and for all. Guests included Best-Selling Author Tonya Kappes, We Are Diabetes organization founder Asha Brown, Seveda Williams, Catherine Schuller AICI, CIP, Patricia Addie-Gentle RN, CDE, Mary Ann Nicolay MEd, DTR, Mama Rose Marie, Chef Robert Lewis aka ‘The Happy Diabetic’ and Poet Lorraine Brooks. Throughout the podcast we featured music from Leonard Bernstein’s recording of Tchaikovsky: Swan Lake, Op. 20 in celebration of the centennial of America’s greatest classical composer and conductor courtesy of SONY Music. LISTEN NOW
Behind the scenes of the Broadcast:I am thrilled that this podcast is one of our highest rated of the year! I spent more hours researching, writing and editing this mystery podcast than the previous four mystery podcasts combined. Since a physical injury prevented me from having much of a social life, I had no excuses but to write. My daily mantra: “if you can’t have an active body then, at least have an active mind” helped me when I was dealing with another physical setback.
It’s interesting to note that some dialogue at the very end includes actual quotes from women who are involved in the MeToo movement. I am excited to be working on the next diabetes mystery podcasts scheduled for September 2019 – details soon!
Show synopsis:We’re honored to celebrate Luther Vandross and his musical legacy as well as raise awareness for diabetes health-related complications (such as stroke) on our annual Luther Vandross Tribute podcast. This podcast presented details of the inaugural Fandross Festival in New York City. In the years since Luther’s passing, one constant has remained to define his life and musical success: the voice. Like any great singer of the past 100 years, Luther Vandross’ voice and distinct singing style led to not only monumental success, but an instant recognition when you hear him singing–through your stereo, car radio, on TV or in a movie. Coupled with that voice was Luther’s unique ability to write and sing about love and the shared emotions we all feel in that search for and enjoyment of love. Through his songs, for the last two generations Luther Vandross became a staple in the most joyous moments of people’s lives. Guests included Eat What You Love, Love What You Eat with Diabetes Author Dr. Michelle May, Patricia Addie-Gentle RN, CDE, R & B Singer Alyson Williams, “Here & Now” Songwriter and Entertainer Terry Steele, Seveda Williams, Luther Vandross Historian Leon Petrossian and Luther Superfan John Price. Throughout the podcast we featured songs from Luther’s third album, Busy Body courtesy of SONY Music. It featured such hits as “Superstar,” “For the Sweetness Of Your Love” and the duet with Dionne Warwick entitled “How Many Times Can We Say Goodbye.” LISTEN NOW
Behind the scenes of the Broadcast:After we finished the live broadcast of our Annual Luther Tribute podcast in 2017, I thought it would be great to bring a tribute podcast to life! I wanted to connect the fans with Luther’s vocalists, musicians, friends and family members to celebrate his legacy. That’s how our 4 day celebration entitled Fandross was born. Fandross 2018 featured four wonderful events in New York City including a Live Tribute Concert at Ashford & Simpson’s Sugar Bar, Lisa Fischer & Grand Baton in concert at the Blue Note, a Luther Film & Video Presentation and Panel Discussion at SVA Theater and a Luther-themed Brunch, Fashion Show & Dress Auction with Runway the Realway. It was a magical experience to hear Luther’s music performed live by his musicians and vocalists. Just thinking about it gives me goosebumps.
Show synopsis:We’re taking about MINDFULNESS with musical inspiration from P!nk. Mindfulness is a technique to be aware of moment-by-moment thoughts, emotions and physical sensations in a non-judgmental way and is increasingly used for eating habits and diabetes management. Research has shown that mindfulness enhances clinical effect of glycemic control. Mindfulness also allows you to accept the way you are feeling rather than constantly battling to try and change it. Guests include Chilbrook Kennels Breeder Author, Diabetes Alert Dog and Scent Detection Expert, Debby Kay, Walking with Peety Author Eric O’Grey, Poet Lorraine Brooks, Yoga for Diabetes Author, Rachel Zinman, and the Charlie’s Angels of Outreach featuring Patricia Addie-Gentle RN, CDE. Throughout the podcast we featured songs from Pink’s Beautiful Trauma album courtesy of SONY Music. LISTEN NOW
Behind the scenes of the Broadcast:I can’t always personally pick the CDs we play on our podcasts. Sometimes the artists and/or albums I want are not available in the SONY catalogue or as in this case, I featured music that SONY recommended. As a P!nk fan, I was welcomed their suggestion. Over the years I’ve come to realized just how big a role the music plays in our monthly podcast. It creates a theme, reinforces a key message, adds excitement to our games and leaves the listener with a beautiful final thought. Several of P!nk’s songs “Beautiful Trauma,” “What About Us” and “Better Life” inspired me to tackle the topics discussed on this podcast. I usually listen to an album about 20 times prior to producing the podcast. I listen to it while I’m developing the show, choosing and booking guests, researching topics and coming up with game ideas. Then, I listen to it one more time about an hour before we broadcast to get in the right frame of mind.
Thanks for being a part of our 8th year of Diabetes Late Nite and Cheers to you for an inspiring and productive 2019.
We’re talking about ways to proceed with ‘CAUTION’ in 2019 with musical inspiration from the iconic Mariah Carey on Tuesday, January 8, 2019, 6 PM, EST. TUNE IN
Join us as we talk to experts about the link between Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease (CVD).
Do you know living with type 2 diabetes puts you at greater risk for heart disease and stroke? Unfortunately most people don’t. We want to help you get CLUED INN and make a healthy comeback worthy of Mariah Carey. Music critics agree that Mariah’s latest collection of songs not only maintains her status as one the best singer/songwriters in the game, but also eloquently displays her truth. She opens up about love, loneliness, and self-worth in a cautionary album that reminds us that she is still a force to be reckoned with after nearly three decades in the industry. Guests include Poet Lorraine Brooks, 2015 AADE Diabetes Educator of the Year Susan Weiner, MS RDN CDE FAADE, Mama Rose Marie, WeAreEatNeat.com’s Lloyd Owens, Nick Zevgolis, and the Charlie’s Angels of Outreach. Throughout the podcast we will be playing music from Mariah Carey’s “CAUTION” courtesy of SONY Music.
Diabetes Late Nite is a fast-paced, full-filled hour of diabetes education and wellness advice that encourages listeners to “laugh a little, learn a lot.”
Join Mr. Divabetic and cast of Diabetes Late NIte for the first-ever Diabetes & Cardiovascular Disease Escape Room Experience, Clued Inn,on National Diabetes Alert Day (March 26, 2019) in New York City sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim.
We’re thrilled to announce that Divabetic’s Divabetic’s free monthly podcast, Diabetes Late Nite, is included on Diabetes Forecast’s list of Diabetes Podcasts in the January – February issue.
Writer Benjamin Page said, “With “a mission to glamorize good health,” this podcast isn’t your typical fare. In addition to chatting with health care professionals, host Max Szadek (aka “Mr. Divabetic”) interviews beauty and style experts affected by diabetes. There are even annual Diabetes Mystery Theater specials—nostalgic murder mystery shows where the caper, clues, and culprit all revolve around diabetes.”
We are grateful to partner with outstanding diabetes educators, scent detection experts, health professionals, beauty/fashion experts, chefs, fitness gurus, cookbook authors, poets, musicians, vocalists, Luther Vandross’ fans, best-selling mystery writers, farmers market owners and vendors, romance writers, advocates, therapists, peers, SONY Music and amazing mothers(!) on our podcasts. Our aim is to present an unique, honest and upbeat approach to educating and empowering people to live well with diabetes. We strive to tackle issues and concerns related to diabetes such as sexual health, emotions, and self-image that are often overlooked by traditional media.
Thank you to our loyal listeners who have joined us on over 167 podcasts for the past eight years.
Music changed my life. Now music is helping me to prevent diabetes-health complications from occurring with the help of SONY Music by changing attitudes in people living with, affected by and at risk of diabetes. Contact me if you’d like to be a guest: mrdivabetic@gmail.com
Join us for Diabetes Late Nite inspired by Mariah Carey on Tuesday, January 8, 2019, 6 PM, EST.
We’re talking about ways to proceed with ‘CAUTION’ when coping with Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) with musical inspiration from Mariah Carey.
Do you know living with type 2 diabetes puts you at greater risk for heart disease and stroke? Unfortunately most people don’t. We want to help you get CLUED INN and make a healthy comeback worthy of Mariah Carey.
Music critics agree that Mariah’s latest collection of songs not only maintains her status as one the best singer/songwriters in the game, but also eloquently displays her truth. She opens up about love, loneliness, and self-worth in a cautionary album that reminds us that she is still a force to be reckoned with after nearly three decades in the industry.
Guests include Poet Lorraine Brooks, 2015 AADE Diabetes Educator of the Year Susan Weiner, MS RDN CDE FAADE, Mama Rose Marie, WeAreEatNeat.com’s Lloyd Owens, Nick Zevgolis, and the Charlie’s Angels of Outreach.
Throughout the podcast we will be playing music from Mariah Carey’s “CAUTION” courtesy of SONY Music. TUNE IN
Diabetes Late Nite is a fast-paced, full-filled hour of diabetes education and wellness advice that encourages listeners to “laugh a little, learn a lot.”
Join Mr. Divabetic and cast of Diabetes Late NIte for the first-ever Diabetes & Cardiovascular Disease Escape Room Experience, Clued Inn,on National Diabetes Alert Day (March 26, 2019) in New York City sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim.
Penny Marshall, best known for her acting role in the TV series “Laverne & Shirley” and for her many achievements as a film director such as “A League of Our Own,” “Big” or “Awakenings,” has died from complications from diabetes. She was 75.
Unfortunately I haven’t been able to learn what her complications were, or even what type of diabetes she had even after reading numerous stories about her death in various media outlets. Usually I hate headlines like this without details because I think it’s a missed opportunity to educate and empower people about the disease but I feel Penny Marshall’s many professional accomplishments can offer sound advice for anyone who is feeling helpless, overwhelmed or frustrated about living with diabetes.
Behind the camera, Penny Marshall wasn’t afraid to ask for help. As the the first woman in history to direct a film that grossed more than US$ 100 million with the 1988 comedy “Big,” starring Tom Hanks, Penny Marshall told Reuters in 2012 that her key to success behind the camera was she would try anything and ask for help when needed.
“I talked to my crew and said, ‘Just tell me the truth.’ I turned to the crews and asked them for their help,” she said..
People with diabetes often feel like there is too much to think about and do every day in order to take care of the condition. Sometimes you may find that you just need an outlet to express yourself and vent. Reaching out to your diabetes care team and your other supporters about how you feel lets them help you get relief, gain support and even possibly learn strategies to cope with your feelings and the disease.
There will always be ups and downs in managing diabetes, but leaning on your diabetes care team and support network can help. Here are four basic tips for dealing with diabetes distress from Alicia McAuliffe-Fogarty, PhD, CPsychol:
Give yourself a break. No one manages diabetes perfectly.
Talk to your diabetes care team about how you feel. Your health care providers can help by teaching you about diabetes, creating a diabetes treatment plan with you to best fit your lifestyle, working with you to set treatment goals, and referring you to a support group or mental health therapist.
Do one thing at a time and set goals you can reach. Small changes add up to big results. Try setting SMART goals that are specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound. Reward and congratulate yourself when you reach your goals.
Get support. You don’t have to do this alone. Most people say they manage their diabetes better when they get support.
After reading Penny Marshall’s obituary, I hope the general public sees that diabetes is a serious disease and not just a “touch of sugar.” Most people say they manage their diabetes better when they get support. Reach out. You don’t have to do this alone.
Enjoy December’s Diabetes Late Nitepodcast featuring holiday music from Kelly Clarkson’s iconic Wrapped In Red album courtesy of SONY Music. Guests include Poet Lorraine Brooks, Kathy Gold RN, MSN, CDE, FAADE, Glucose Delivery Necklace Co-Creator Kris Maynard, Dr. Sara (Mandy) Reece, PharmD, CDE, BC=ADM, BCACP, FAADE, Maria Sakowitz, MS, RDN, LDN, CLT, and the Charlie’s Angels of Outreach. LISTEN NOW
Kelly Clarkson‘s fabulous holiday album, Wrapped In Red, is the inspiration behind this year’s annual Divabetic Gift Guide. We asked our contributors to share their favorite ‘red’ gift suggestions for people living with diabetes on the Divabetic blog and Diabetes Late Nite podcast.
Our friend, Christel Oerum, is a certified personal trainer, diabetes advocate, and fitness personality and the co-founder of Diabetes Strong. She has been living with type 1 diabetes since 1997, and lives by the motto “there’s nothing you can’t do with diabetes.”
With a wonderful life motto like that, we had to ask Chirstel to share her favortie ‘red’ activewear pieces and some advice and guidance on staying ‘diabetes strong’ during the holidays
“I’m obsessed with workout tights, capris to be specific,” says Christel. “Not sure you can ever have too many. My favorite brands are Athleta and Senita.”
Athleta Insulated Flurry PrimaLoft® Jacketis a great base layer for medium and high impact workouts in cold weather. It’s chafe-free seamless fabric and woven piecing with lightweight insulation provides additional coziness.
“I have these Senita capris and I absolutely love them because the fit is great and they have pockets large enough to hold a cell phone, CGM receiver or insulin pump. Brilliant!”
“I wrote the Fit With Diabetes eBook to share my knowledge of how to exercise and eat healthily with insulin-dependent diabetes,” says Christel. “This is knowledge that I think is essential if you manage your diabetes with insulin – no matter if you use a pump, pen, needle or inhalable insulin.”
The Fit With Diabetes eBook is your chance to get your hands on over 80 pages of knowledge, techniques, and tools to set yourself up for success living with diabetes. After reading this book you’ll have the knowledge to: Set realistic diabetes, health, and fitness goals, Manage your food and insulin around workouts to limit high and low blood sugar, Successfully manage your weight with diabetes, Create healthy meal plans that won’t cause havoc on your blood sugar (or use the meal plan in the book), Create an exercise plan that is right for you (examples of beginner and advanced plans in the book) and More!
Walking In A Winter Wonderland Advice from Christel Oerum
“ Remember everything counts when it comes to being active and walking is one of the most effective ways to reduce blood sugars,” add Christel Oerum. “Here are some tips to stay active over the holidays!”
Take the family for a stroll before and/or after dinner
Explore a museum (great way to get plenty of steps in without being in the cold)
Have a snowball fight or build a snowman
Diabetes Strong Co-Founder and Head Coach, Christel Oerum holds an MBA in Finance & Strategy and an ISSA Personal Trainer certification with specialization in Fitness and Diabetes (Level 3 certified from the Diabetes Motion Academy)
Diabetes Strong (originally TheFitBlog) was established in 2015 as a personal blog about Christel’s experiences as a fitness enthusiast living with type one diabetes.
Christel struggled to find easily accessible information about exercise and healthy nutrition with diabetes online, so she decided to create a website where she could share her own advice and invite experts from the diabetes community to contribute.
TheFitBlog quickly grew into one of the largest websites about health and diabetes and was re-launched in 2017 as Diabetes Strong, a diabetes portal with expert contributors from all over the world.
The goal of Diabetes Strong is to provide a platform where people living with (any type) of diabetes can find all the information they need to live healthy and active lives.
The information on Diabetes Strong always takes a positive approach to diabetes and follows Christel’s motto that “There is nothing you can’t do with diabetes.”
Enjoy December’s Diabetes Late Nitepodcast featuring holiday music from Kelly Clarkson’s iconic Wrapped In Red album courtesy of SONY Music. Guests include Poet Lorraine Brooks, Kathy Gold RN, MSN, CDE, FAADE, Glucose Delivery Necklace Co-Creator Kris Maynard, Dr. Sara (Mandy) Reece, PharmD, CDE, BC=ADM, BCACP, FAADE, Maria Sakowitz, MS, RDN, LDN, CLT, and the Charlie’s Angels of Outreach. LISTEN NOW
Kelly Clarkson‘s fabulous holiday album, Wrapped In Red, is the inspiration behind this year’s annual Divabetic Gift Guide. We asked our contributors to share their favorite ‘red’ gift suggestions for people living with diabetes on the Divabetic blog and Diabetes Late Nite podcast.
Our friend, Jill Weisenberger, MS, RDN, CDE, CHWC, FAND is a great resource for all things nutrition, food and diabetes. Whether she’s speaking, writing, chatting on social media, appearing on TV or working with individuals, her candid and energetic approach appeals to busy people, and her sound nutrition and fitness advice gets results. In fact, her appreciation for science and ability to translate science into actionable information earned her a place in US News & World Report’s 10 Dietitian’s You Need to Follow on Social Media.
Jill shares two of her favorite kitchen appliances that are sure to warm the heart of that special someone on your list who is living with diabetes and enjoys cooking!
“I love it for adding flavor by grating lemon and orange zest, ginger or Parmesan cheese,” says Jill. “It makes getting a huge flavor burst very easy and very fast.”
Why use a Zester?
They’re great for releasing tiny bursts of concentrated flavor from cinnamon sticks, nutmeg, and citrus rind. More slender and with smaller holes than rasp graters, zesters make hundreds of fine cuts. They’re ideal for lemons and limes, since the tiny holes won’t pick up pith (the bitter white part of the skin). The five- or six-hole ones, called lemon or citrus zesters, are good for making lemon curls for martinis and espresso.
Microplane Zester Grater feature expertly crafted surgical grade 18/8 stainless steel blades with razor-sharp edges that effortlessly cut through hard and soft foods without tearing or shredding. The zester has a red, ergonomic TPE soft grip handle that fits securely in your hand. The Microplane zester grater has non-scratch end pieces, a reusable safety cover, is dishwasher safe, and is made in the United States.
“This Fagor Lux Multicooker electric pressure cooker has multiple other functions, including sautéing and slow cooking,” says Jill. “My favorites to make in the pressure cooker are salmon and spaghetti squash with tomato sauce.”
The Fagor Lux Multicooker drastically reduces cooking time. Food will maintain its natural color and flavor, while cooking your meals in up to 70% less time. You can cook a variety of meals in this all-in one machine from meats, grains, desserts and even yogurt . It has 12 preset programs: pressure cook (high and low), slow cook (high and low), yogurt, white rice, brown rice, and risotto programs, as well as simmer, saute, steam and brown settings. There is also a keep warm and time delay function for added convenience. The LUX comes with a stainless steel removable pot that is dishwasher safe. The LUX™ LCD also has functions for Slow Cook, Steam, Brown, Sauté, Simmer, Yogurt, Grains, Eggs and Dessert
Jill Weisenberger’s comprehensive guide, ‘Prediabetes: A Complete Guide’will lead you through dozens of concrete steps you can take to reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes and other lifestyle-related chronic diseases. Taking an individualized approach to your lifestyle “reset,” this book will allow you to choose your own path to wellness, help you gain a greater sense of wellbeing, boost your confidence in your abilities to maintain a healthful lifestyle, and potentially even help you reverse prediabetes and avoid type 2 diabetes and other chronic illnesses. You’ll be feeling better than you have in years! Inside, you will learn to:
The book will help you: Identify your risks for developing type 2 diabetes, Set personalized and meaningful behavioral goals, Identify and build on your motivation for a lifestyle reset, Create positive new habits, Change eating habits for weight loss and greater insulin sensitivity, Choose wholesome foods in the supermarket and when away from home, Tweak your favorite recipes, Reduce sedentary time, Start or improve upon an exercise plan, Reduce emotional eating, Organize and track your progress with tools included in the book & Much more! BUY NOW
December’s Diabetes Late Nite Available on Demand For Free!
Enjoy December’s Diabetes Late Nite podcast featuring holiday music from Kelly Clarkson’s iconic Wrapped In Red album courtesy of SONY Music. Guests include Poet Lorraine Brooks, Kathy Gold RN, MSN, CDE, FAADE, Glucose Delivery Necklace Co-Creator Kris Maynard, Dr. Sara (Mandy) Reece, PharmD, CDE, BC=ADM, BCACP, FAADE, Maria Sakowitz, MS, RDN, LDN, CLT, and the Charlie’s Angels of Outreach. LISTEN NOW
Kelly Clarkson‘s fabulous holiday album, Wrapped In Red, is the inspiration behind this year’s annual Divabetic Gift Guide. We asked our contributors to share their favorite ‘red’ gift suggestions for people living with diabetes on the Divabetic blog and Diabetes Late Nite podcast.
Our friend, Storyteller, Cook and Author Jonathan Bardzik surely knows a thing or two about the importance of cooking with fresh ingredients! He’s one of the hottest chefs in the Washington D.C. area, as his ‘farm to table’ cuisine has lit up farmers markets, including Mosaic Central Farm Markets, and even on the shelves at local bookstore.
Jonathan shares his favorite kitchen appliance and cold weather recipe that’s sure to warm the heart of that special someone on your list who is living with diabetes and enjoys cooking!
“My favorite kitchen appliance that makes a great holiday gift is a cast iron Staub Cocotte Dutch oven. I couldn’t get through the winter without it,” says Jonathan. “Whether you’re braising a whole chicken, making a pot roast or stock for a soup it’s versatile and goes easily from stove top, to oven to the table. Grenadine – a dark red – is my favorite color. Diabetic friendly pot roast tip – I use lots of mushrooms and turnips. Turnips are like potatoes with more flavor and the richness of the beef balances any bitterness.”
“Chili powder is a “go to” in my kitchen for flavor.,” says Jonathan. “There are so many to choose from spicy cayenne to raisiny Ancho, sweet Guajillo, the sun dried flavor of Aleppo or the smoky flavor of Urfa pepper. So often when changing our diets we miss flavor and replace rich or sugary ingredients with salt. Before you reach for extra salt, try a chile powder to beef up the flavor of your dish.” (Note: chili powder is a blend of chiles, cumin, garlic powder and often salt. You’re just looking for dried, ground chiles here.)
Panang Curry Coconut Cream Of Tomato Soup Photo credit: Matt Hocking
Panang Curry Coconut Cream Of Tomato Soup
“This soup recipe is a little sweet, a little spicy and ready in 15-20 minutes, and serves 4-6 guests,” says Jonathan. “What more could you want for a quick, delicious, cold weather soup?”
Ingredients:
1 tbs peanut or vegetable oil
2 tbs Panang or red Thai curry paste*
1/2 can coconut milk (about 7oz)
2 28 oz cans of San Marzano tomatoes
4 whole sprigs plus 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Rice wine vinegar
*You can find Panang curry paste at Asian markets or order it online. Red curry paste is usually part of the Asian food section in the international aisle at your grocery store.
Directions:
Warm oil in 3-4 qt saucepan over med heat. Add curry paste and cook about 1 min until fragrant. Add coconut milk and cook 2-3 min. Add tomatoes and cilantro sprigs. Simmer and reduce to desired consistency.
Purée soup in a food mill or with a blender or immersion blender. Season soup to taste with a splash of vinegar, salt and pepper.
Jonathan Bardzik is the author of three incredible cookbooks: ‘Simple Summer’, ‘Seasons to Taste’, and ‘Fresh and Magical Vinaigrettes‘, all of which are chock full of delicious recipes that you can make for your own friends, family or that special someone all year round.
Enjoy December’s Diabetes Late Nitepodcast featuring holiday music from Kelly Clarkson’s iconic ‘Wrapped In Red’ album courtesy of SONY Music. Guests include Poet Lorraine Brooks, Kathy Gold RN, MSN, CDE, FAADE, Glucose Delivery Necklace Co-Creator Kris Maynard, Dr. Sara (Mandy) Reece, PharmD, CDE, BC=ADM, BCACP, FAADE, Maria Sakowitz, MS, RDN, LDN, CLT, and the Charlie’s Angels of Outreach. LISTEN NOW
Kelly Clarkson‘s fabulous holiday album, Wrapped In Red, is the inspiration behind this year’s annual Divabetic Gift Guide. We asked our contributors to share their favorite ‘red’ gift suggestions for people living with diabetes on the Divabetic blog and Diabetes Late Nite podcast.
Our friend, Rachel Zinman, is an internationally renowned yoga teacher and writer, was floored when she was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at the age of 42, despite her lifelong dedication to a healthy lifestyle which included a decades-long practice of yoga.
Rachel shares her favorite gift ideas for that special someone on your list who is living with diabetes and enjoys an active lifestyle!
“I’m a huge fan of Senita Athletics, “says Rachel Zinman. “Their clothes are comfy, sporty and their ethos is to provide durable, fashionable, and functional products at a fraction of the price of competitors. They also love to collaborate and helped raise awareness for diabetes on World Diabetes Day. Check out this red pocket pants. Great for storing your pump or PDM during exercise!”
“I love this “ everything will be ok” hoodie from Super Love Tees,” says Rachel Zinman. “Everything they make is comfy and long lasting and their slogans are always uplifting and inspiring. Perfect for any time to remind ourselves that no matter what diabetes throws at us. We’ll be okay.”
3 Tips for De-Stressing Through the Holidays from Rachel Zinman
1. Take Some Slow Deep Breaths
Accessing the breath and learning to breathe fully and deeply is a priority as someone who lives with Diabetes but also perfect for the stress of the holiday season. Deep conscious breathing ‘called diaphragmatic breathing’ has a ton of benefits.
• It engages the parasympathetic nervous system, which is responsible for calming the heart rate, lowering blood pressure, regulating digestion, elimination and sexual function.
• The steady exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide feeds the lungs and at the same time clears out toxins
• Massages the internal organs
• Breathing through the nose filters the air so that what comes in is free of dust and debris
• Improves our ability to eliminate waste through the lymphatic system
Join Rachel in a simple breathing exercise here https://youtu.be/76oMCT8bmEs
2. Hum Like a Bee
This breathing technique is effective in instantly calming down the mind. It is one of the best breathing exercises to free the mind of agitation, frustration or anxiety and get rid of anger to a great extent. A simple technique, it can be practiced anywhere and is an instant option to de-stress yourself.
The exhalation in this pranayama resembles the typical humming sound of a bee
• Sit up straight in a quiet, well ventilated corner with your eyes closed. Keep a gentle smile on your face
• Keep your eyes closed for some time. Observe the sensations in the body and the quietness within
• Place your index fingers on your ears. There is a cartilage between your cheek and ear. Place your index fingers on the cartilage
• Take a deep breath in and as you breathe out, gently press the cartilage. You can keep the cartilage pressed or press it in and out with your fingers, while making a loud humming sound like a bee
• You can also make a low-pitched sound but it is a good idea to make a high-pitched one for better results
• Breathe in again and continue the same pattern 3-4 times.
Mudras are gestures designed to calm the mind and emotions. Coined yoga of the hands they can be done anywhere any time. Perfect for those in between moments as you get ready for those holiday events
The mudra of the inner self is represented in the closed lotus bud. This mudra is perfect for inner contemplation.
To practice the mudra:
Cross the wrists and turn the fingers to face each other making sure all the fingers of the left hand touch all the fingers of the right hand forming the shape of a closed lotus bud. As you hold the pose imagine a warm inner glow settling in your heart.
In Yoga for Diabetes, regardless of your current state of health, or type of diabetes, you can look forward to learning how to:
Reduce stress in minutes and thus improve your overall health index
Achieve healthier and more stable blood glucose levels
Find the secrets to adapting a yoga practice to suit your constitution and individual needs
Find deeper meaning in life and thus a holistic healing affecting multiple levels of your well-being
Enjoy December’s Diabetes Late Nite podcast featuring holiday music from Kelly Clarkson. Guests include Poet Lorraine Brooks, Kathy Gold RN, MSN, CDE, FAADE, Glucose Delivery Necklace Co-Creator Kris Maynard, Dr. Sara (Mandy) Reece, PharmD, CDE, BC=ADM, BCACP, FAADE, Maria Sakowitz, MS, RDN, LDN, CLT, and the Charlie’s Angels of Outreach. LISTEN NOW
