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- 3 Tips For Planning Your Next Healthcare Visit
- Good and ’not-so-good’ fats for people with diabetesWhen thinking about diabetes management and healthy eating, carbohydrates get all the attention. Fat, however, is also important for people with diabetes. In order to understand how fat fits into a healthy eating plan, it is important to understand the different types of fat and their effects on our body.
- Are lemons good for diabetes?There’s good reason the early explorers used to pack lemons on lengthy voyages to prevent and treat diseases. High in vitamin C, fibre and other nutrients, lemons provide essential health benefits, whether you have diabetes or not. Here’s a look at the health perks of lemons and some inspiration on how to add more of them to your diabetes diet.
- In praise of swimmingSwimming is an aerobic exercise, which involves continuous, rhythmic movements of large muscle groups. Read on to learn about 7 benefits of swimming for people with diabetes.
- Bill C-19 and type 1 diabetes tax creditsBill C-19 is an act of legislation that includes changes to the Canadian disability tax credit. Passed by the Parliament of Canada in June 2022, Bill C-19 stipulates that people who have type 1 diabetes automatically qualify for the disability tax credit.
- Best Canadian ice cream and alternatives for diabetesPeople with diabetes can enjoy a variety of foods. A balanced and varied diet is one of the cornerstones of diabetes management. So when it comes to sweet treats, such as ice cream, it’s all a matter of choosing wisely and eating in moderation.
- Tips for travelling with Type 1 diabetesTaking a vacation requires planning and preparation for anyone, but it’s even more important for people with type 1 diabetes. Thinking ahead about your diabetes management is key to a successful trip, so consider the following 10 tips for travelling with type 1 diabetes.
- Diabetes and tax returnsIf you have diabetes, you might be eligible for a break on your tax return. There are a number of credits that people with diabetes can apply for, to help offset the day-to-day expenses of living with the disease. Learn more about diabetes and tax returns in this article.
- Eating healthy to prevent diabetes complicationsHaving diabetes can mean having a greater risk for heart disease and high blood pressure, kidney disease, eye problems and nerve damage than people without diabetes.
- Banana chocolate chip ice creamIf you are craving something sweet but want to stay off the rich stuff, this is your recipe. It is simple, delicious and it will definitely hit the spot! I make a big batch and leave it covered in the freezer. It scoops well and is delicious!
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