Healthy 2012

Posted on by Alpesh Shah

Expert Tips for Staying Healthy Into the New Year (ARA) – While the winter months bring the joys of snowy days, holiday feasts and New Year’s resolutions, they can also be a challenging time to stay healthy – especially for people living with diabetes. Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) Lara Hassan notes that maintaining blood sugar levels during the winter months can be done. “Nearly 26 million Americans are living with diabetes,” says Hassan, a registered dietitian and a CDE on the Sanofi US CDE Help Team. “When setting goals and resolutions for the New Year, it is extremely important to remember that just a few simple decisions can help those living with diabetes better maintain their blood sugar levels.” Below are a few of her helpful tips: Watch the starches The winter months are notorious for their adverse effect on our waistline, predominately due to the abundance of holiday meals and parties. Hassan’s golden rule: Up your vegetable intake and prepare no more than two starchy dishes when preparing meals. When it comes time to hit the buffet, Hassan says to scan the selection first and then decide what you want. Though drinks like hot cocoa and eggnog may be Read More