Abbott Nutrition is introducing Glucerna Hunger Smart nutrition shakes and snack bars to respond to the growing diabetes and obesity epidemic in the United States. Studies show these kinds of meal replacements, as part of lifestyle intervention, can help people with diabetes manage their weight.

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When chilly winter weather keeps you inside, you still have plenty of options for exercise. Take advantage of the season to strengthen your core muscles. You won't need a lot of fancy (or expensive) gear or equipment.

There are many types of exercises you can do that strengthen your muscles by pitting you against gravity. For instance, Pilates-based exercises require you to use your own weight for resistance and can easily be done at home or wherever you travel. Plus, working out your core throughout the winter will help you maintain your strength and flexibility, so when you return to outdoor activities in the spring, you'll avoid injury...

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Holidays provide an opportunity to enjoy your family’s favorite foods. Managing diabetes can be a challenge when presented with such an abundance of tasty treats. Don’t worry, with proper planning, you can still enjoy a holiday dinner while also keeping your blood sugar in check! Here are a few tips to help you manage your day:

• Holiday meals are often large and consumed at different times of the day. Your meal may not fall at your normal meal time. You may need to consume a snack at your normal meal time to avoid a low blood sugar reading. Try a Glucerna® Hunger Smart™ Snack Bar!
   
• Keep the carbohydrate contents of your meals and snacks the same as your current diabetes management plan...
  
  

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As the holiday season begins, it sometimes can seem like you're facing a never-ending parade of off-limits snacks and candies. Before you start to feel left out, consider how you can enjoy some of the rich, sweet tastes of the season in moderation — and still stick to your plan.

Sample in Moderation

Going cold turkey on sugary treats might only strengthen the temptation and can lead to binge snacking. Instead of depriving yourself, enjoy treats in moderation, carefully choosing only the sweets you want the most.

Strike a Sweet Balance

If you want dessert tonight, you'll have to cut carbohydrates earlier in the day...

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Managing fat intake and reducing saturated fats are essential for weight control and a healthy heart. Try these ideas to reduce the amount of total fat and saturated fat you use in your cooking.

• Make the switch. Trade 2% milk for fat-free milk. During a week's time, a person who drinks 2 cups of milk per day would take in 60 fewer total fat grams and 36 fewer saturated fat grams.
   
• Forget the skin. Remove the skin from a 3-ounce roasted chicken breast and save nearly 4 fat grams, one of which is saturated fat...
  
  

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Weight Loss and Lifestyle

For someone with diabetes, the benefits of just a 5% weight loss can include:

• Improved blood sugar
• Improved use of insulin
• Reduced need for diabetes medications
• Lower blood pressure
• Reduced risk of heart disease and other long-term health problems
• Improved appearance, energy level, and self-esteem

It's important to select a weight loss goal that is achievable, maintainable, and com...

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