STRESS DURING THE HOLIDAYS

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Stress Management Techniques to keep Glucose Levels in Check   High levels of stress can often accompany the holiday season in nearly the same amount as holiday cheer. Adding the stress of managing diabetes to a busy schedule of holiday parties and family activities can be a daunting task. Stress can wreak havoc on your glucose levels and make your diabetes management particularly problematic. To keep stress low, we encourage you to review the stress management techniques information and to make it your priority to have fun and stay positive this holiday season.

ARE YOU COPING?

STRESS TEST

Test Your Stress Level Are you worried about managing your spending, family time, diet and overall health during the holiday season? If so, you are not alone. Millions of people struggle with stress and anxiety everyday. And although diabetes can increase your cause for worry, you can stay on top of your mental and emotional health during the holiday months by better understanding your stress level. Take this online stress test and share your results with your doctor if you would like further advice and support.

BREATHE, YOU GOT THIS!

Coping with Stress Stress can be dealt with by emotion-focused based solutions and problem-focused solving techniques. Stress will most likely continue to build if not dealt with appropriately. Denying the problem and not confronting stress (i.e. avoidance) only allows it to continue to build and have negative effects on your health and interfere with your individual wellness journey. Learn tips to reduce and manage holiday stress, click the READ MORE link.

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EAT RIGHT THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

How to Increase Self-Control for Diet & Food Food discipline is challenging to maintain throughout the holidays. All the food and desserts act as a constant temptation. To manage your diabetes, you will have to work extra hard to maintain the willpower necessary for healthy eating habits. If you’re worried about struggling with diet and food this holiday season, just keep these tips in mind to increase your self-control and food discipline.

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CLICKSTARTS

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HEALTHY KITCHEN

RECIPE: Bell Pepper Poppers Guests are coming over and you need a quick and healthy appetizer, try this delicious starter and make your event memorable! READ MORE

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DECEMBER 2019 | 12TH ISSUE