| Welcome back to Access
Digest. Did you make a New Year's Resolution?
This month we are going to look at exercise, and
the important role it plays in controlling diabetes.
For many of us, this lifestyle change -- no matter
how small -- is a difficult one to start. It has
been said that "the journey of a thousand miles
begins with a single step." This is so true! It's
January of a whole new year! This month we're
going to take that first step.
We're hoping that by reading these short articles
and clicking on a few Web links, you'll discover
the motivation it takes to get started on a simple
exercise program. You'll be surprised how simple
it can be!
As always, when you see
"Read More"
at the end of an article, or something that is
underlined, you can click on it to be linked
to another Web site where you'll find more information.
When you find a site that you may want to visit
again in the future, you can bookmark it. |
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In This Issue |
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| This issue is chock full
of ideas and tips for anyone contemplating a new
exercise program. But it's also full of benefits
you'll achieve by exercising, benefits like overcoming
insulin resistance, better controlling diabetes,
feeling and looking better, and living longer.
No, you don't have to
join a gym or buy special equipment to start your
exercise program. There are dozens of simple things
you can do, like walking, dancing, mowing the
lawn, and doing aerobic exercises.
Each month we receive questions from our
readers. We post some of the more frequent questions
and answers for everyone to read. If you have
questions or comments of your own, please email
them to us at the end of this issue.
We hope
you enjoy this issue of our newsletter. Thank
you for choosing Access Diabetic Supply
as your choice for diabetic supplies. |
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Exercise and Diabetes |
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Diabetes
cases have soared in recent years, as people have
become more sedentary and overweight. Experts
say most cases of type 2 diabetes could be prevented
with a healthy diet and regular exercise.
In people who already have type 2 diabetes, exercise
can help lower blood sugar and prevent the disease
from worsening.
Two-thirds of Americans
with type 2 diabetes do not have their disease
under control, which puts them at risk for early
death, blindness and limb loss, according to research
released this year.
This article gives us
six good reasons to exercise more in 2006!
Read more
Here's a video clip that
you can watch on your computer. If you have trouble
viewing or hearing it, a transcript is provided:
Read more |
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Heart of Diabetes
Program |
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| Here's
one way to get started. The Heart Of Diabetes
Program includes an online, 12-week Game Plan
For A Healthy Life, featuring recipes, fitness
tips and weekly progress sheets to help you better
manage your diabetes.
Understanding
Insulin Resistance is a national education
and awareness campaign targeting people with type
2 diabetes, insulin
resistance and related
cardiovascular risks. The American Heart Association
developed this multi-faceted program to help control
cardiovascular disease in people with type 2 diabetes
and bring about a greater understanding of insulin
resistance.
Read more |
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Join ClubPed and
start walking! |
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| Taking that first
step can be hard, but remember -- it's never too
late. You can always improve your level of fitness.
Walking is a great way to get fit: It improves
circulation and mobility, promotes weight loss
and even helps reduce stress. And there's no better
time to begin a walking routine than right now.
ClubPed is a new
online feature of the American Diabetes Association.
You already walk every day. Now all you have to
do is track your walking steps. Set a goal and
start walking. Walk alone, with a friend, or in
a group. ClubPed can help you get started and
maintain your walking program, while offering
some cool rewards.
Read more |
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Exercise checklist
for people with diabetes |
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| Exercise can
help control your weight and lower your blood
sugar level. It also lowers your risk of heart
disease, a condition which is common in people
who have diabetes. Exercise can also help you
feel better about yourself and increase your overall
health.
Aerobic exercise makes
you breathe more deeply and makes your heart work
harder. Examples of aerobic exercise include walking,
jogging, aerobic dance or bicycling. If you have
problems with the nerves in your feet or legs,
there are exercises that won't put stress on your
feet. These include swimming, bicycling, rowing
or chair exercises.
Your exercise checklist
should include:
- Talk to your doctor
about the right exercise for you.
- Check your blood sugar
level before and after exercising.
- Check your feet for
blisters or sores before and after exercising.
- Wear the proper shoes
and socks.
- Drink plenty of fluid
before, during and after exercising.
- Warm up before exercising
and cool down afterward.
- Have a snack handy
in case your blood sugar level drops too low.
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Healthy Living: Monthly Recipe & Lifestyle Changes |
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Lifestyle Change: Your personal exercise
program
As you can see from these articles, there are
a variety of exercise
programs. No
matter what kind of exercise you do, you should
warm up before you start and cool down when you're
done.
To warm up, spend five
to ten minutes doing a low-intensity exercise
such as walking. Then gently stretch for another
five to ten minutes. Repeat these steps after
exercising to cool down.
When you start an exercise
program, go slowly. Then gradually increase the
intensity and length of your sessions as you become
more fit.
Hypoglycemia usually
occurs gradually, so you need to pay attention
to how you're feeling during exercise. You may
feel a change in your heartbeat, suddenly sweat
more, feel shaky or anxious, or feel hungry. When
you feel this way, you should stop exercising
and follow your doctor's advice about how to treat
hypoglycemia. Your doctor may suggest you keep
candy or juice on hand to treat hypoglycemia.
When you're exercising,
your body uses more fluid to keep you cool. By
the time you feel thirsty, you may already be
getting dehydrated. Dehydration (not enough fluid
in your body) can affect your blood sugar level.
Drink plenty of fluid before, during and after
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| January Recipe:
Turkey, Spinach and Apple Wrap |
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best "recipe" for exercisers is to stay hydrated.
Water is the best solution.
Even though water provides
no energy, it is essential for the proper functioning
of muscles and regulation of body temperature.
Maintaining adequate hydration (water stores),
especially while exercising, is key to top performance.
Helpful means of doing this include: drinking
water on a regular basis before, during and after
exercising.
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This month our featured
recipe is a healthy turkey, spinach and apple wrap.
Spice up your new exercise program with this delicious
entree. This is a great dish to have after
you have exercised.
- Source: Diabetic Gourmet
Magazine |
| Ingredients
| Ingredient |
Measure |
| Reduced-fat mayonnaise |
1 Tbsp |
| Honey Mustard |
2 Tsp |
| Whole-wheat
wraps or flour tortillas |
2 |
| Baby spinach leaves or leafy lettuce |
2 Cups |
| Thin slices of turkey breast |
4 slices
(4 ounces) |
| Granny Smith apple, sliced paper-thin |
1/4 apple |
Directions
Combine mayonnaise and honey
mustard. Lay out both wraps. Spread
the edges of each with the mayonnaise
mixture. Leaving a margin free on
the side closest to you, arrange a
layer of greens on top of wraps. Top
each layer with half the turkey. Evenly
divide apple slices and lay lengthwise
across turkey. Fold over the end of
the wrap closest to you, then the
two sides. Roll the wrap as tightly
as possible toward the opposite side.
Cover each wrap tightly in plastic
wrap and refrigerate, seam side down,
up to 4 hours before serving. When
ready to serve, remove plastic wrap
and cut each wrap in half, at an angle.
You may also heat up the wrap in a
small oven for a warm snack.
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Nutritional
Information - Turkey, Spinach
and Apple Wrap |
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Amount per Serving: one wrap
Number of Servings:
2 |
| Calories |
234 |
| Total Fat |
7 g |
| Sodium |
294
mg |
| Total Carbohydrates |
27
g |
| Protein |
20
g |
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Questions & Answers - Ask the
Experts |
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Each month our staff answers questions and
asks for your feedback. However, if you have urgent
questions about your order or your meter, we encourage
you to call our customer care department at 1-800-276-5712.
We do our best to answer all questions, but we
also encourage you to consult your physician.
Below are a few of the typical questions
our customer care department has answered on this
month's theme. Each question is linked to a Web
site that gives an answer and provides more detail.
We hope you find this section helpful. |
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