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Diabetic Diet Recipes to Share with Your Community

Contributed by Christine Binney

A healthy diet is essential to successfully manage diabetes. When it comes to diabetic diet recipes, ingredients that regulate blood sugar levels are king. Whole grains, fruits, nuts, beans, fish, low-fat dairy products and healthy fats are all perfect foods to incorporate into a diabetic lifestyle. The good news is that there are hundreds of diabetic diet recipes that are easy to prepare and full of flavor. The three recipes shared below are so healthy and satisfying that even non-diabetics will be sure to love them! Diabetes does not mean deprivation, and these delicious recipes will prove just that.

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5 Games to Help with Brain Injury Recovery

Contributed by Nora Stasio

TBI stands for Traumatic Brain Injury. Those who’ve experienced TBI can tell you, the combination of physical and emotional pain it brings is nothing short of traumatic. When the proper functioning of the brain is compromised, everyday tasks can suddenly become a chore. Once familiar faces may seem strange and seemingly simple questions can leave the patient baffled.

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Know the Signs of Osteoporosis and How to Fight It!

Contributed by Michelle Hassler 

Believe it or not, our bones are constantly growing and changing. With age, bones become weaker and less dense than they used to be. This change in bone density can result in osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is a disease that results in brittle and fragile bones that are more susceptible to fractures. This bone disease develops when the body neglects to produce enough new bone and/or loses too much bone. So how can you tell your bones are changing? Sadly, you can’t. There are no signs of osteoporosis. The best thing you can do for your bones is know how to build them up and understand how you might be at risk for these untraceable signs of osteoporosis.

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6 Tips to Help the Exhausted Caregiver Stay Alert

Contributed by Nora Stasio

When you’re a full-time caregiver, vacation days are few and far between. For many of us, weekends are exactly the same as weekdays. It’s easy to become exhausted after days, weeks, and months of the same busy routine. And when that fatigue sets in, it affects your brain. You may begin to find you’re not thinking as clearly as you used to. But that’s understandable – no, you’re not going crazy! You’re just worn out.

Here are 6 tips that should help tired caregivers stay alert and feel more energized in order to competently care for loved ones.

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How to Deal With Grief After A Loved One Passes

Contributed by Michelle Hassler

Losing a loved one can feel like drowning. Like being submerged underwater, you experience intense pangs of panic, pain and hopelessness. You manage to break through the surface – gasping for air, disoriented and weak. Whether the loss is sudden or anticipated, seldom are you prepared to deal with the intense flooding of emotions that surge when you lose someone close to you. Everyone copes with grief differently. Some people boldly or loudly express their pain, while others quietly slink through the hours hiding an all-consuming hurt. Knowing how to deal with grief after a loved one passes will help you to find a life raft, get back on your feet, and begin to navigate life again. Here, we’ll try to help you navigate the waters of dealing with grief.

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I am Overwhelmed: How to Spot Someone Who is Crying for Help

Contributed by Haley Burress

Caregiving, while rewarding, is extremely taxing on the mind and body. When so much of your energy and time is fixated on another, you might find that you forget to take care of yourself. In fact, you might even forget what it is like to function without doctor appointments, medication reminders, or sleepless nights. Instead of telling trusted friends and family, “I am overwhelmed, help me,” we tend to ignore or fail to recognize the problem until we are fully stressed out and unhealthy. Here are a few signs to look for in yourself, or in your caregiver friends, that can signal a need for a break or some extra help.

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7 Ways to Reduce Anxiety and Stress While Caring for Others

Contributed by Nora Stasio

 

Caregiving is not easy. When you spend your life engrossed in the well-being of another person, it’s easy to become overwhelmed and anxious. We are here to remind you that your physical health and emotional well-being are just as important as your loved ones. If you don’t allow yourself the chance to recover from the daily grind, you are setting yourself up to crash and burn. If you, caregiver, have an emotional/mental/physical breakdown, how can you possibly care for your loved ones?

 

Here are 7 methods that relieve anxiety and stress work for caregivers, so try them when you need some peace of mind.

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The Hidden Healing Power of Food

Contributed by Christine Binney

We all know the healing power of food when it comes to supporting our emotional well-being. Classic comfort foods like chicken noodle soup or macaroni and cheese often provide a nostalgic feeling that takes you back to the simplicity of your youth, while chocolates and ice cream might be just the fix to help you get over a breakup. But did you know that the hidden healing power of food is even more important to your well-being? By eating a diet rich in a variety of healthy foods that are packed with antioxidants and nutrients, you can improve cardiovascular health, reduce your risk of cancer, and prevent degenerative disease. In terms of living a long and healthy life, what is in your kitchen is just as important as what is in your medicine cabinet.
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How to Battle Depression During Injury

Contributed by Christine Binney

Dealing with an injury not only affects your physical health, but your mental health as well. The physical toll and change in lifestyle will likely have a big impact on your emotional well-being. It’s important to know how to battle depression during injury so that you can focus on your process of recovery.

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Easy, Natural Remedies for Nausea You Should Try

Contributed by Haley Burress

Nausea is the worst. Whether you are suffering from nausea due to pregnancy, a medication reaction, or chemotherapy regimen, it can feel overwhelming and disheartening to experience a sick feeling. Since eating is a source of comfort and a source of nutrition, nausea can leave patients feeling weak and depressed. Natural remedies for nausea can vary from person to person, based on factors ranging from preferences to situation; we can help get you on the right track to finding food and recipes that can leave you feeling a bit less nauseous and hopefully a bit better.

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