GlucoZen

25/03/2022

Spring is here 💐
Looking for a great recipe celebrating the season!
Check out this lamb hot pot, using up some sweet potato to make it healthier.

https://www.diabetes.org.uk/guide-to-diabetes/recipes/lamb-and-sweet-potato-hotpot

08/03/2022

Happy International Woman’s Day!

Celebrating on making a positive difference for woman, diabetes is an example on not letting anything stand in your way. Some inspirational names of diabetic women from past and present who have helped inspire and influence others:
Teresa May
Eva Saxl
Chaka Khan
Halle Berry
Sharon Stone
Sherri Shepherd

03/03/2022

Happy World Book Day

A good book will keep you fascinated for days... A good book shop for your whole life!

https://www.diabetes.org.uk/search?q=Books&op=Search+Diabetes+UK .tab=0&gsc.q=Books&gsc.page=1

01/03/2022

Have a fan-flippin’-tastic pancake day!
With some recipes for sweet and savoury ideas

https://www.diabetes.org.uk/guide-to-diabetes/recipes/perfect-pancakes

17/02/2022

Supporting you to get moving. Lots of ways from seated exercise and videos to help from moving around the home or going for a walk.
Try the activity planner or regular classes on YouTube.

17/12/2020

17/12/2020

People sometimes think if they have diabetes they can’t eat grapes and bananas as they taste sweet. But if you eat a diet that includes these fruits, you can still achieve good blood glucose control. In fact, grapes and bananas, like all fruit, make a very healthy choice.

Find out more here:
https://www.diabetes.org.uk/guide-to-diabetes/enjoy-food/eating-with-diabetes/diabetes-food-myths/myth-fruit-diabetes

Fruit is high in fibre, low in fat and full of vitamins and minerals. It helps to protect against heart diseases, cancer and certain stomach problems.

17/12/2020

For all those who love Christmas puddings, why not try these healthier version of the traditional Christmas pudding!
Mini Christmas Puddings
Perfect for freezing and can add a little more for the topping to make them super-luxury puddings!

https://www.diabetes.org.uk/guide-to-diabetes/recipes/mini-christmas-puddings

16/12/2020

This time of year can be hard to manage diabetes with so much temptation. So here’s a few great tips to make your Christmas meal a little healthier but still enjoy the treats and festivities:

• Fill up on the array of vegetables available, but watch out for added festive extras like honey 🥬

• Keep an eye on your portion sizes, there’s likely to be an array of extra dishes so keep in mind how much your eating. 👀

• If you’re having a dessert, try to stick to one portion of your sweet treat and think about what it’s served with, could you have natural yoghurt instead of double cream? 🍨

• Remember there are no ‘forbidden’ foods, but go easy on the treats. Be mindful about what food your eating but don’t beat yourself up if you do eat more than you usually would, or choose foods that aren’t as good for you. 🤔

• A slight break from the norm is to be expected - enjoy it, then get back on track the next day. Why not escape the hustle and bustle, or dodge the family row over the remote control on Boxing Day, and go for an exhilarating walk in the countryside? 🌲

16/12/2020

Some flight socks carry the warning that they are not suitable for people with diabetes. If you have any circulatory problems or complications with your feet, such as ulcers, then speak to your GP before using them. If, however, your feet and legs are generally healthy and you are normally active, using flight socks is unlikely to do you any harm.

15/12/2020