There is a connection between sleep and diabetes. Diabetes can cause sleep disturbances, yet adequate sleep directly benefits blood sugar management. If we’re not getting quality sleep it can be a vicious circle. But I can give you some tips for improving your sleep.
[Read more…] about How To Improve Your Sleep With DiabetesLiving your best life with diabetes. Toby Smithson provides professional guidance with personal experience.
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It’s true. Today is National hugging day! And there are many health benefits:
✅Stress reduction
✅Boost your Heart health
✅Can make you feel happier
✅Help you reduce your fears and
✅It’s a good communication tool.
✅It’s been said that we need 4 hugs/day for survival; 8 hugs for maintenance; and 12 hugs/day for growth.
Note to self: I need to get more hugging photos. @smithsonanthony
#nationalhuggingday #hug #hugs #stressrelief #happy #copingskills #diabetestips #diabetestype1 #diabetestype2 #t1d #t2d #diabetesawareness #diabetesmanagement #diabeteseducation #englishspringerspaniel #englishspringer @springerrescueamerica #lovemydog
Apples vs oranges. I know all my dietitian friends will have a different answer. But when we are talking about diabetes, we can’t lump these together saying they are the same- fruits. Example… apples represent Type 1 diabetes which is insulin deficiency and oranges represent type 2 diabetes which is insulin equivalent resistance. Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes are not the same. #diabetesawareness #diabetes #diabetestips #type1diabetes #typeonediabetes #type2diabetes #type2 #t1d #t2d #insulinresistant #type1vstype2 #diabeteseducation
Who’s going to celebrate National Popcorn Day with me? A generous serving of 3 cups air popped popcorn is 15 grams carb; 4 grams fiber and 100 calories. I love having it as my carb containing side dish at lunch time. How about you?
#nationalpopcornday #popcorn #fiber #carbs #healthycarbs #diabetestips #diabetesfood #diabetestype2 #diabetestype1 #t1d #t2d #diabetesawareness #diabetesdiet #diabeteseducation #snackideas
Stress reduction/mood booster challenge starts right now! Quick… what’s the song that can describe how you are feeling at this moment?
#stressrelief #music #whatsyoursong #healthylifestyle #diabetestips #diabetesmanagement #listentothemusic
This is now ranking as my personal favorite video ( link in bio). It’s a must see because it provides education but also entertainment! It’s not just for people w diabetes. Everyone can benefit from this info. TY @smithsonanthony for sharing your amazing talents and making living life so much fun!
#music #musician #stressreduction #diabetestips #bloodsugar #bloodsugarbalance #listentothemusic
#moodbooster
#type1diabetes #type1 #type2diabetes #type2 #t1d #t2d #laughter #laughteristhebestmedicine
When the news reports stated food prices are on the rise, I immediately thought about how important healthy food choices are for people with diabetes. It’s an important part of diabetes management. #foodbudget #moneysavingtips #diabetestips #diabeteseducation #type1diabetes #type2diabetes #type2 #typeonediabetes #eggs #eggenthusiast #beans #protein #foodbudgeting #cannedfoodfan @pacificcoastproducers1971 #groceryshopping
What’s this have to do with today? Intentional exercise! It’s been a rainy morning here in the low country so I used unloading my dishwasher as a part of my exercise routine today. #intenttional #bodymovement #exercise #bloodsugar #bloodsugarbalance #diabetestips #diabeteseducation #diabeteslookslikeme #creativeexercise #physicalactivity #cleaninghouse #typeonediabetes #type2 #type2diabetes
“Juicing extracts the juice from fruits and vegetables.” Yay or nay to juicing? Link to video in bio. #juicing #factorfiction #diabetestips #diabeteseducation #diabetestypeone #type2diabetes #t1d #t2d #type1diabetes #diabetesmanagement #fruitandvegetables #fruitandveggies #eatyourfruitandveggies
While my posts, reels and stories are usually about managing diabetes, this post is indirectly about diabetes. Because… diabetes is 24/7. Ok, here’s the exciting scoop… I’m headed to a special event for English Springer Spaniels next week and Im so excited! 🐶 Addie and I will be walking in a parade of English Springer rescues. I’m bringing her brush but there won’t be any busy bee required. 😂 If you haven’t seen the movie Best in Show, it’s a must do. @springerrescueamerica #englishspringerspaniel #springerspaniel #englishspringerspanielsofinstagram #lovemydog #comfortdog #dogsteachlifelessons #bestinshowmovie @smithsonanthony
Can you guess what I’m talking about here? This was an aha moment on our last rainy day. Whether it’s snow or rain in your area, what’s the lesson here as it relates to diabetes management and many other life happenings. Hint: the answer begins with the letter P. #diabetesawareness #diabetes #typeonediabetes #type2diabetes #type2 #type1 #diabeteseducation #diabetesmanagement #diabeteslookslikeme #lessonlearned #diabetesadvocate #rainyday #weatherconditions
Stay the course. If you are having blood sugar readings above target range, concentrate on these three tips. If you are taking insulin, correct the reading with the dose prescribed by your doctor. Note: everyday you may not see consistent readings. #bloodsugarlevels #bloodsugar #bloodsugarbalance #diabetesawareness #hyperglycemia #type1diabetes #typeonediabetes #type2diabetes #type2 #t2d #t1d #diabetesadvocate #diabeteslookslikeme
ONE of the most asked questions to me as a registered dietitian, as a diabetes educator, and also as a person with diabetes…
#diabetesawareness #diabetestypeone #diabetestype1 #diabetestype2 #type2diabetes #type2 #t1d #t2d #diabeteseducation #diabeteseducator #diabetesfood #diabetesfood #whatcanieat #carbs #carbohydrates #diabetesadvocate
Great message for people living with diabetes and other chronic conditions. With diabetes, everyday is different. Know that and keep moving forward. ❤️ #diabetes #diabetesawareness #typeonediabetes #type1diabetes #type1 #type2diabetes #type2 #diabeteseducation #diabetesadvocate #livingwithdiabetes #coping #inspirationalquotes #inspiration
I’m all about making small changes with diabetes management to reap big rewards. This is a recent change I made in my language… choice of words. Instead of struggling with my diabetes, I’m finding diabetes challenging. How about you? Does this make sense? What words do you use? #diabetes #diabetesawareness #diabeteseducation #type1diabetes #type2diabetes #typeonediabetes #type2 #t2d #t1d #wordsmatter #copingstrategies #coping #diabeteslookslikeme
Love this! Raise your hand if you are a tea lover like me. There’s lots of zero calories, 0 carb plain or flavored teas to choose from. 🙌 Sip on a cup of hot tea for self care. 🫖 What’s your favorite tea???
#tea #nationalhotteamonth #lowcarb #nocarb #hottea #hotteamonth #diabetesfriendly #diabetesawareness #diabetes #type1diabetes #typeonediabetes #type2diabetes #type2 #t1d #t2d #diabeteslookslikeme #diabetesfood #diabeteseducation @twinningsteaforever @celestialtea #chaitea
An important day in history for people with diabetes who take insulin. Thank you to the scientists and doctors. Lifesaving. #sciencebased #insulin #diabetesawareness #diabeteslife #type1diabetes #type1 #t1d #type1diabeteslookslikeme #diabetestype1 #diabetestypeone
Baby, it’s cold outside all across the USA. Keep your food pantry stocked so you have ingredients to make easy meals on hand. #cannedfoodfan #cannedfood #beans #tomatowellness #tomatoes #mealprepideas #mealprephacks #mealprep #diabetesawareness #diabetesfood #diabetesfriendly #healthyeating #diabeteseveryday
Hoping no one is sick at this moment. Sharing this so you can save this information if you do get sick. Best wishes for good health. #sickday #beprepared #diabetesmanagement #diabetesawareness #diabetesadvocate #type1diabetes #type2diabetes #t1d #t2d #diabetessickday #hyperglycemia #bloodsugar #bloodsugarbalance
Thanks @annaipsenrd for posting this. Love it! #inspirationalquotes #quotes #positivevibes #positivequotes #positivethinking
“All dreams are within reach. All you have to do is keeping moving towards them.” ~Viola Davis~
#inspirationalquotes #mondaymotivation #diabetesawareness #diabetes #health