Prediabetes and the Seven Stages of the Pandemic

Here’s how the past few months have played out for me, with regard to my diet, exercise, and blood sugar control. How about everyone else? Stage 1: Fear. Madly stock up on everything we might (or might not) need. Note the disparity between ‘my’ emergency stash items (frozen greens, almond… Read morePrediabetes and the Seven Stages of the Pandemic

How do I explain prediabetes to (insert name)?

It’s not easy to explain lifestyle changes to others. I’ve sort of explained my prediabetes to very close family over the years, but I’m not sure they totally get it. “So you eat gluten-free?” is a common remark. Or something along the lines of, “I used honey in this dessert… Read moreHow do I explain prediabetes to (insert name)?

Hit the Early Bird Special, and Other Strategies for Lowering Your A1C

In my last post, I highlighted this article with some terrific strategies for reversing pre-diabetes. I’d like to add a few others that have been critical in helping me keep my blood sugar under control: Find a support network  Losing weight, exercising, changing your diet – these are all wonderful… Read moreHit the Early Bird Special, and Other Strategies for Lowering Your A1C