7 Tips to Feel Your Best During the Holidays When You Have Diabetes

Stick to the Diabetes Plate Method

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The Diabetes Plate Method helps manage your portions stress-free without measuring and counting your food.

Be Conscious of the Timing of the Feast

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Some folks start their big meal at 3 or 4 p.m. If your festive meal doesn't align with your regularly scheduled meals, plan in advance for how you will handle making changes.

Be Physically Active

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Keeping your body moving is still important throughout the holiday season. Start a new holiday tradition that involves physical activity.

Lighten Up Your Favorite Dishes

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There are simple ways you can lighten up your favorite dishes. Even just reducing the carbs and added sugar in your meals can be helpful.

Plan Your Snacks

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On the day of the Thanksgiving feast, you may need to wait a while before being served dinner.

Eat Smaller Portions

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Most likely, there will be plenty of delicious food options at your holiday feasts that you are eager to try. Your best bet is to watch portion sizes.

Keep Alcohol in Check

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However, drinking alcohol can cause a drop in blood glucose levels, which can be dangerous if you take insulin and/or glucose-lowering medication.

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