Healthy Living
In addition to healthy eating and regular physical activity, there are several things you can do to help you live well with diabetes.
Recent Articles
How emotional support needs differ for men and womenOne of the most challenging aspects of living with diabetes is coping with its emotional aspects.
Raising the bar with T1D standards in CanadaLet’s discuss they key takeaways from the 2025 update: “Glycemic Management Across the Lifespan for People with Type 1 Diabetes.”
7 morning habits to help manage your diabetesKeeping your blood sugar levels in check beginning in the morning can have a positive impact on the rest of your day.
What’s the difference between A1C and blood sugar?The terms A1C and blood sugar are frequently used when talking about diabetes. But what is the difference between A1C and blood sugar, and how do they relate?
A1C test – are you keeping track?An A1C (short for ‘glycated hemoglobin’) test is a measure of your blood glucose levels over the past three months.
10 techniques to reduce stress for Canadians living with DiabetesAs a psychiatrist, I've seen it time and time again -people come looking for deep explanations or complex solutions to reduce stress from living with diabetes.
How do I eat at a buffet if I have diabetes?Oh no, it’s the dreaded buffet table with too many tempting foods that will inevitably spike your blood sugars.
Chilled and frozen drinks for people with diabetesChilled and frozen drinks for people with diabetes can be both delicious and nutritious. Check out these frozen drink options to help you beat the summer heat.
Stress and diabetesEveryone has stress in their lives at certain times, but this is especially true for people who are living with a chronic disease – such as diabetes – which can often be challenging to manage.
Improving your diabetes food choices with the new Canadian food labelsCanada’s newest food label changes are expected to help us make even better choices when picking food items.
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