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Dr Holistic Medicine, Diabetes Wellness Strategist, CEO Holistic Diabetes Solutions, Bestselling Author Programs are offered in person and online.

An Integrative Diabetes Wellness Approach to Health, Healing & Hope via Consultations, Coaching & Keynote Speaking .

11/07/2025

Traveling with diabetes takes more than just tossing clothes in a bag.

A summer trip can feel relaxing or overwhelming depending on what you bring.

I’ve learned that a few simple items packed with intention can make all the difference. Not just for emergencies, but for peace of mind throughout the trip.

This is how I stay steady, prepared, and present while I’m away.
Because managing diabetes should never get in the way of making memories.

09/07/2025

Summer mornings offer a unique chance to support your blood sugar naturally.

Before the heat sets in and the day fills up, a short walk before breakfast can help your body use glucose more efficiently. This means more stable blood sugar and better energy — without needing as much insulin.

And because summer heat can already affect hydration and digestion, gentle movement in the morning sets a steadier tone for the whole day.

Try this:

🚶 Step outside for a 10–20 minute walk before breakfast
🌿 Use the time to stretch, breathe, or simply enjoy the quiet
🏡 Too warm? Walk indoors or choose a shaded route

This isn’t about doing more. It’s about giving your body a calm, steady start — especially in the heat of summer.

How does your body usually feel in the morning before you eat?

30/06/2025

You didn’t just read tips this month.
You built a foundation for safer, more confident days with your diabetes.

As Diabetes Safety Precautions Month comes to a close, take a moment to reflect on what you learned or practiced.

Maybe you paused before meals.
Maybe you added movement after dinner or created a calming ritual in your day.
Whatever it was, it wasn’t just new information.
It was a meaningful shift in how you care for yourself.

That’s how sustainable safety begins.

To carry that into July:
✅ Choose the one habit that made you feel more grounded
✅ Reflect on how it impacted your blood sugar, focus, or energy
✅ Decide what kind of support will help you stay consistent
✅ Schedule it—don’t just think about it

This month is ending, but the rhythm you’ve created? That’s just getting started. 👊

Which tip from this month are you carrying forward?

I'll see you in July for more practical and proven holistic self-care practices to support Diabetes Summer Wellness!

27/06/2025

Two often-overlooked self-care habits can help reduce the risk of serious diabetes complications.

They’re not extreme or time-consuming.
But they’re easy to miss especially when life is full and your focus is on everything else.

These practices are easy and meaningful ways to support your body and protect your long-term health.

If you’ve never had them clearly explained, now is a good time.

23/06/2025

When there’s no outlet, pressure builds.
That’s true for your schedule and your blood sugar.

Even well-managed diabetes can feel unpredictable when your nervous system is under constant strain.

Meetings, decisions, and responsibilities can elevate cortisol. That cascade affects your blood sugar long before food enters the equation.

A 15-minute reset acts like a release valve.
Here’s how to build it in:

✅ Set a daily pause between tasks (think: after lunch or before your commute)
✅ Step outside, hydrate, or simply sit without your phone
✅ Let your body exhale - this is not about productivity
✅ Make it non-negotiable, like any essential appointment
Your body works hard to protect you. This is how you protect it back.

💬 How does your body usually tell you it’s overdue for a reset?

💡 Save this tip if your schedule gets in the way of your own wellness.

20/06/2025

Food can feel like the most confusing part of diabetes.
You eat something one day, and your blood sugar is fine.
So you stick with it, because it works.
Even then, food can carry a lot of pressure and uncertainty.
That kind of second-guessing can wear you down over time.

What I’ve learned both in my own life and through the clients I support, is that it’s not just about the food itself.
It’s about creating a rhythm that feels reliable, nourishing, and steady.

That’s what I practice every day.
And it’s what I guide my clients toward.
Because when food feels less like a stressor and more like a support, it becomes easier to care for your blood sugars and yourself.

Confidence at mealtime isn’t a bonus.
It’s a core part of staying well.

I encourage you to use this weekend to try this small shift that sets you up for a calmer week ahead. 🥰

18/06/2025

Most people think you just need to put on your shoes and go.
When you're living with diabetes, movement takes a little more planning.

Exercise affects blood sugar based on intensity, duration, medication, and your last meal. That’s why safety starts before you start moving.

Before you begin, take 60 seconds to check:

✅ What’s your current blood sugar trend?
✅ Do you have a fast-acting carb within reach?
✅ Have you eaten in the last 2–3 hours (especially for high-intensity)?
✅ Can someone reach you or do you have ID if you’re heading out alone?

The American Diabetes Association warns that unplanned activity is a leading cause of crashes especially if you're using insulin or glucose-lowering meds.

Movement is medicine when your body is ready.

👉 If you’re unsure how to move safely with diabetes, let’s talk. Book a free Diabetes Wellness Connection Call and get a plan designed for your unique needs. Link is in the comments. 🥰

💬 Share this with people in your family and community. 1 in 9 people are living with diabetes and that number is rising!
👍 Like this page to get holistic self-care tips for diabetes safety precautions all month.

04/06/2025

It’s easy to assume you’ll remember everything you need for your day, especially when your routine feels familiar. When you live with or care for someone with diabetes, forgetting even one small item like glucose tablets, a monitor, a backup snack, a battery, or a charger can quickly turn a normal day into a difficult one.

The best approach isn’t just to try harder to remember. It’s to create systems that do the remembering for you. Take that in!

Here’s one simple way to help make that happen.

Anchor your diabetes essentials to the items you never leave home without:

✅ Clip your glucose monitor pouch inside your laptop bag
✅ Tuck a protein bar or your favorite snacks into your planner or tote
✅ Keep an extra strip of test supplies in your car’s center console as back up

This method uses what’s known as context-dependent memory. According to research in the Journal of Experimental Psychology, linking important items to familiar routines improves consistency and helps you follow through more reliably especially on busy days.

With the demands of a full schedule, safety needs to feel natural, not like another task on your list.

👉 Follow for holistic diabetes wellness tips that can help support your safety all month.
💞 Repost to support your family and community (approximately 1 in 9 people are living with diabetes and that number is rising).

28/05/2025

🌍 It’s Type 2 Diabetes Prevention Week in the UK and this is a message the entire world needs to hear.

📊 Right now, 1 in 9 adults globally is living with diabetes. By 2050, that number is expected to rise to 1 in 8. (Source: International Diabetes Federation)

DiabetesUK is leading an important reminder this week:
Awareness and early action can change lives.

🔎 Many people are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes without knowing it.

Not everyone goes through a prediabetes stage, and some are only diagnosed after serious complications.

That’s why I’m sharing this today — because prevention starts with knowledge.

✅ Risk tools like CANRISK (Canada), the ADA’s test (USA), and others can help spot early warning signs.

They’re free, fast, and potentially life-changing.

22/05/2025

👏 Big news for diabetes care in Newfoundland and Labrador!

Until now, people living with Type 1 diabetes could pay up to $9,000/year out of pocket, and those with Type 2 up to $6,000 just to access the tools they need to stay safe and well.

That kind of cost can limit access to essential support like CGMs, increasing the risk of complications and reducing quality of life.

This new investment changes that. It makes life-saving technology more accessible, eases financial stress, and empowers better daily decisions.

Let’s celebrate this win and keep pushing for equitable CGM access across every province in Canada.

Get the full details in the link in the comments. 👊

12/05/2025

Monday’s here, and your nervous system is already on high alert.
You don’t need to wait for motivation.
You need a reason that makes movement non-negotiable.

For people living with diabetes, that reason is real:
It’s one of the fastest ways to relax your mind and get your blood sugar in the healthy target zone.

Movement boosts serotonin and dopamine - your natural mood stabilizers.
It reduces cortisol, the stress hormone that spikes blood sugar.
And it increases insulin sensitivity, so your body uses glucose more effectively.

Over 30 years ago, when my blood sugars were all over the place and my mind felt wired and exhausted, I started taking brisk walks after lunch. Just ten minutes.

And slowly, everything began to shift.
My numbers. My mood. My clarity.
That’s the power of movement.

So here’s your move today:

1️⃣ Set a timer for 10 minutes.
2️⃣ Walk outside if you can. Inside works, too.
3️⃣ No phone. No to-do list. Just your breath and your steps.

Let the tension drop with each step forward.
Let your thoughts soften.
Let your nervous system know it’s safe.

Set that reminder now before the day takes over. ❤️

👉 Follow for holistic diabetes tips that support your mental health all month.
💞 Share with your family and community (approximately 1 in 9 people are living with diabetes).

05/05/2025

Feeling mentally foggy this Monday? 😶‍🌫️

It might be more than just adjusting from the weekend.
Cortisol, your body’s main stress hormone, peaks in the morning and naturally raises blood sugar.
If your glucose is already elevated, that combination can slow circulation and reduce energy flow to your brain.

It’s not just re-reading the same email.
🗣️ It’s losing track in conversations.
🤔 Struggling to find the right words.
😩 Feeling overwhelmed by small decisions.

One part of my Morning Power Hour is gentle walking.
Not a workout. Just intentional walking to help my body prepare for the day. 🚶‍♀️

Try this simple habit:
✅ After breakfast, take a 3 to 5 minute walk
✅ Walk around your kitchen, down the hallway, or even on the spot

This type of walking helps your muscles absorb sugar from your bloodstream without needing insulin.
That supports steadier blood sugar and a clearer mind.

You don’t have to push through the fog.
You can walk through it.

✨ Start your Monday with walking and give your brain the support it deserves.

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