10 New Year gift card resolutions for type 2 diabetics!

Find yourself with a Christmas multi-store gift card and want to spend wisely; explore using the card to help better manage your type 2 diabetes.

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Managing type 2 diabetes is not going to happen overnight. No matter if you have been recently diagnosed with prediabetes or have been a type 2 diabetic for years, changing habits is a gradual process that involves starting with the basics, so redeem the gift card at a store in person or online to purchase new food items to experiment.

Even with a small change, considering something new can help move towards a healthier lifestyle.

Here are a few ideas to brainstorm.

1. Farmers’ markets and natural grocery stores can be fun exploring different organic and natural fresh fruit, vegetables, and gluten-free foods.
2. There has been considerable advancement in availability with improved taste and texture of gluten-free foods from bakeries, restaurants, and online sources.
3. Check out unique whole wheat grain breads, tortillas, and cereals.
4. An electronic scale that offers clear measurements in ounces and grams.