Heart Smart
Taking care of your heart can be one of the most important health choices you make in your lifetime. Choosing heart healthy foods and leading an active lifestyle are two very important actions that you can take to… Read More
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Understanding the Basics of Diabetes
Diabetes is the 7th leading cause of death in the United States and 5th in Putnam County, Florida. 34.2 million Americans have diabetes (CDC, 2018) and 88 million American adults have prediabetes – that’s 1 in 3 adults…. Read More
National Diabetes Month
November is the month we typically think of fall, food, football, and family gatherings. November has also become the month that we raise awareness for the disease of diabetes. Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects how your… Read More
Building Your Plate, A Guide for Diabetics
Choosing what to eat every day can be a tough decision. For diabetics, there is the added challenge of balancing insulin levels with carbohydrates from the foods you are eating. It may be hard to keep track of… Read More
Diabetes Self-Management Education
Mini-Series for Adults with Type 2 Diabetes UF/IFAS Extension in Marion County is offering this course for adults with type 2 diabetes to help them better manage their diabetes. The mini-series will teach participants about diabetes and insulin… Read More
Star Fruit-A Source of Vitamin C
Carambola is a south Florida tropical that is also called star fruit from its unique shape when sliced. This fruit has a sweet, sour, tart flavor and is very refreshing to eat by itself. It tastes great in… Read More
Surviving the Holidays with Diabetes: It’s Easier Than You Think
Surviving the holidays with diabetes. Living well with diabetes is a 24/7, year-round challenge of balancing nutrition, physical activity, and medication. This is especially true during the holiday season. The sheer volume of food, particularly the extra special… Read More
Diabetes Involves The Family
World Diabetes Day is November 14th, and this year’s theme relates to diabetes and the family. Anyone who lives with diabetes knows that it’s not a personal struggle, although it sometimes may feel like it. Diabetes affects the… Read More
DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP
Diabetes Support Group This support group is for anyone with Type 1 or 2 Diabetes. Varying topics are presented with informal support and discussion. A Registered Dietitian and a Mental Health Counselor will facilitate some sessions. On April… Read More
Helping Floridians ‘take charge’ of diabetes
Diabetes affects 29.1 million people in the U.S. — 9.3 percent of the population — and is the seventh leading cause of death in the country, according to the latest numbers from the Centers for Disease Control and… Read More