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Physical Activity and Diabetes

by Brenda Marty-Jimenez

April 6, 2022

By Brenda Marty Jimenez, MHM, RDN, LDN, FAND, UF/IFAS Extension, Broward County, Extension Agent IV Jeanna Rhoulhac, RDN, LD/N, CDCES: Nutritionist/Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, Broward Health Community Health Services Being ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension,
Tags: 150 Minutes Of Exercise Per Week, Always Check With Your Healthcare Provider, Being Active, Blood Glucose, Diabetes, Diabetes Management, Exercise, Exercise And Diabetes Managment, Feel Less Anxious, Feel Less Stressed, Fit, Have Fun, Healthcare Provider, Improve Well-being, Lose Body Fat, Lower Blood Glucose, Make Exercise A Priority, Move More, Muscle Strength, Nonslip Footwear, Peoplw With Diabetes, Pre-diabetes, Regular Exercise, Self Care, Sit Less, Stay Hydrated, Test Blood Sugar, Walking, Wear Proper Fitting Shoes

How Does Sleep Deprivation Affect the Body?

by Kimberly Bragg-Armatrout

April 9, 2021

Sleep is needed for your body to maintain good health. During sleep, our bodies and brain can repair, restore and reenergize. But what are the effects of sleep deprivation? Studies have found that insufficient sleep can increase a person’s ... READ MORE

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Tags: Diabetes, Disorders, Health, Sleep

Heart Smart

by Ralph Mitchell

February 26, 2021

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 living a long, healthy life. ... READ MORE

Category: Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Tags: Cholesterol, Diabetes, Fruits, Fruits And Vegetables, Heart Health, Nutrition, Ocextension, Physical Activity

Understanding the Basics of Diabetes

by Wendy Lynch

November 11, 2020

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. In Florida, over ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Diabetes, Healthy Lifestyle, Prediabetes, Putnam County, Wendylynch

National Diabetes Month

by Tia Silvasy

October 29, 2020

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 body turns ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Diabetes, Exercise, Nutrition, Ocextension, Physical Activity, UF/IFAS Extension Orange County

Building Your Plate, A Guide for Diabetics

by Lori Johnson

August 21, 2020

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 the total number of carbohydrates ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition
Tags: Carbohydrates, Diabetes, Plate Method

Star Fruit-A Source of Vitamin C

by Brenda Marty-Jimenez

January 21, 2020

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 a salad and makes a beautiful garnish ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition,
Tags: Carambola, Dehydration, Diabetes, Kidney Injury, South Florida Tropicals, Star Fruit, Star Fruit Consumption, Star Fruit Shrimp Stir Fry Recipe, Vitamin C

Diabetes Involves The Family

by Gabriela Murza

November 13, 2019

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 whole family, ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, Work & Life
Tags: Diabetes, Family Support

EXPANDING ON SUCCESS, AFTER THE DIABETES PREVENTION PROGRAM LuAnn Duncan, Sumter County, Jana Griffin, Orange County, Mia Wilchcombe, Lake County

by nladd

April 15, 2019

1) Situation/Problem Statement and Objectives: About 79 million adults have prediabetes, with high blood sugar levels that are not yet in the diabetic range. Prediabetes substantially raises the risk for developing type 2 diabetes (https://www.nih.gov/news-events/news-releases/nih-study-finds-interventions-prevent-type-2-diabetes-give-good-return-investment ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Tags: 2019, 2019 UF/IFAS Central District Symposium, Diabetes, Duncan, Family & Consumer Sciences, FCS, Griffin, UF/IFAS Extension Sumter County, Wilchcombe

Sharing Wisdom: Matters of Health and Wealth

by Nancy Gal

March 1, 2018

An eight-session educational series on Mondays Dates: June 4, 11, 18, 25, July 2, 9, 16, 23 Time: 10 to 11:00 a.m. Location: Hawthorne Estates 3211 SW ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Money Matters, Relationships & Family, Work & Life
Tags: Blood Pressure, Bone Health, Diabetes, Educational, Financial Concerns, Gal, Health Concerns, Nutrition, Planning, Series, Spence, Type 2 Diabetes

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