Chronic disease prevention and self management
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Shopping for your meal plan gets easier when you start with a shopping list. Check your fridge and pantry, then jot down what you need by category – think produce, meat & seafood, or frozen for example. Moreover, visit your favorite grocery store’s website to compare food labels, check for sales, and find coupons before you head out. These simple steps…
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Health Extension for Diabetes (HED) at UGA Extension is available to join in-person or online. We proudly provide in-person sessions in 15 counties across Georgia. Online sessions are provided via Zoom without geographical and travel barriers. If you would like to enroll in one of these cohorts or remain on our email list for future programs,…
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Creating diabetes-friendly meals for picky eaters is challenging. Putting a healthier twist on a childhood favorite, like chicken nuggets, may help make family meals easier. Children eat food they like while you manage your blood sugar, plus you’ll only need to make one thing for the whole family. Everyone wins! These delicious chicken nuggets, paired with a honey mustard dipping sauce, keep fat content low by baking the chicken instead of frying. Even better, this recipe lowers the carb content with a healthier…
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While no singular food on its own can prevent type 2 diabetes, healthy eating is an important part of a healthy lifestyle, which can lower the risk of type 2 diabetes. But don’t worry, healthy eating doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy tasty foods and the occasional sweet treat. If eaten in moderation, you can include tasty treats to round out your meal and make healthy eating more enjoyable and sustainable. The Maple-Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal Cookie recipe from…
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When you’re sick or feeling stressed, your body releases hormones that can cause your blood sugar to rise, which makes managing diabetes more challenging and increases the risk of complications. Being sick can make it tough to eat or keep food down, but skipping meals can lead to low blood sugar, tiredness, and slower recovery. That’s why it’s important to eat –…
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UGA Extension is currently accepting registration for our Fall 2026 cohorts. Upcoming cohorts are listed below. Space in each cohort is limited and interested participants meeting eligibility requirements will be prioritized. If you would like to enroll in one of these cohorts or remain on our email list for future programs, please complete our online registration form hosted through DPP Express,…
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Managing diabetes can be a stressful process. Practicing meditation, positive thinking, being active, and having stable support can help you get through overwhelming moments. Proper nutrition can support these stress management strategies. In this blog, we share a recipe from the Diabetes Food Hub made with ingredients consisting of magnesium and zinc – nutrients that support the production…
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When diabetes is not properly managed, serious health complications that affect almost every system in the body can occur. One common complication caused by diabetes is chronic kidney disease. Chronic kidney disease is the leading cause of kidney failure. Healthy eating is one important piece of diabetes self-management that can help prevent or delay complications like chronic kidney disease. This chicken salad…
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Fiber-maxxing is a social media trend based on eating more dietary fiber. While there’s no uniform outcome or definition for this trend, it is oriented around increasing daily fiber intake as much as possible. Let’s talk more about fiber and this trend. What is fiber?Fiber is a non-digestible complex carbohydrate found in foods of plant…
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Getting physically active is an important part of managing your diabetes. Exercise can help you to balance your blood sugar, manage your weight, reduce stress, and improve your overall health. It is important to remember that diabetes can cause challenges and complications when it comes to exercise, so you should always consult with your healthcare provider beforehand. …