Diabetes Coalition of York County

Yes... we know you are on screentime right now, visiting us on our Facebook page... BUT we also are okay with you intentionally... consciously... purposefully taking a break from screentime. It can reduce stress, improve sleep and increase your opportunity to get active... all things we have talked about earlier this month.. which can improve your A1C and lower blood sugar. So its okay to shut your phone down, now that you have read this!

We often need to make some diet changes when we receive a diagnosis of prediabetes or diabetes... it can seem like a lot of information at first but these are 6 basic starting points. From here, find a local class that is offered which can help you learn more specifics about managing diabetes. Classes are offered by the YMCA of the Roses, PennState Extension - York County, York County Area Agency on Aging and others. Reach out to us to learn more and we can help you get connected!

Blood sugar levels can increase due to hormones that are released during times of high stress... Hormones like cortisol increase appetite and can lead to cravings for some of those palatable, but less healthy food choices filled with carbohydrates and processed sugars. Taking time to intentionally reduce feelings of stress can help you manager your blood sugars... check out some of these options...

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Trying to manage your blood sugar can be challenging, especially if you start feeling hungry between meals. Unfortunately, this can lead to snacking, often times with the wrong types of foods that can lead to a higher blood sugar. Try adding some vegetables to your mealtimes... or have some already precut and ready to snack on in case you start to feel those rumbles in your stomach between meals. Picking up some fresh cut cucumber spears, or maybe some sweet pepper strips along with some hummus or cottage cheese can be the healthier option over grabbing a couple cookies or a bag of chips.

Tell us what you did to get some exercise this week... or what your plans are next week?!

Studies show that too little sleep is associated with higher A1C and blood glucose levels. It is recommended to get at least 7 hours or more sleep a night to help with managing these numbers. Learn more by clicking https://lnkd.in/eb5JX2my...

Spring is on its way and we want to see you with a spring in your step. Sometimes that means making some healthy changes that will help you both feel and BE healthier... Have you noticed that when you start making just one change, it makes it easier to make other positive strides? You just start to enjoy feeling healthier! So let's get moving!

Wait??? So activity can reduce my blood sugars AND help my heart? How does that work? Check out this week's blog by Coalition Member Amy DeMay by clicking below... https://lnkd.in/enardWrs

According to the Centers for Disease Control, most adults need at least 7 hours of sleep each night. However, more than 1 in 3 American adults say they don't get the recommended amount of sleep. While this may be fine for a day or two, not getting enough sleep over time can lead to serious health problems—and make certain health problems worse. Learn more in this article from the Centers for Disease Control. Then set a goal to get at least 7 hours of sleep a night and see it help with your heart health year round! https://lnkd.in/ggSfafGq