Did you know…November is Diabetes Awareness Month!

Start with this checklist when managing pre-diabetes.

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Prioritize regular doctor visits, aiming for at least one health check-up annually. Additionally, consider the following suggestions to improve your overall well-being.

Beware of delicious sugar drinks! It is an easy habit to form without realizing it.

Sugar-sweetened drinks are a huge source of added sugars and calories in our diet. Not only will you notice weight loss, but your teeth will thank you!

• Choose smaller-sized sodas and sweetened coffees instead of extra-large and large ones.
• Measure or count the creamers and sugars added to coffee and teas.
• Add plenty of ice to soda to dilute the sugar content.
• Switch to diet soda for a sugar-free alternative.

Monitor glucose levels with an expert eye at least four times per day.

• 80mg/dl to 130mg/dL are normal levels for waking up in the morning and before all meals.
• Aim for less than 180mg/dL two hours from the start of a meal.
• Try for equal to or less than 100mg/dL at bedtime.