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Explore how digital tools, apps, and AI are transforming type 2 diabetes management for better self-care and outcomes.
Key Highlights:
✅ Technology transforms diabetes self-management
✅ Apps and devices support real-time monitoring
✅ AI predicts glucose trends and patterns
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The Essential Guide to Type 2 Diabetes by Michèle Favarger (April 2025) is a practical, evidence-based handbook for people with type 2 diabetes or pre-diabetes who feel overwhelmed after diagnosis.
The book focuses on clear, step-by-step lifestyle changes to improve blood sugar control and insulin resistance, potentially helping prevent long-term complications. It explains medical concepts in simple language and provides:
Structured daily management plans
Science-backed dietary guidance
Exercise and physical activity advice
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The Easiest Type 2 Diabetes Cookbook by Emma Lane (June 2025) is a beginner-friendly guide designed to help people newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes feel less overwhelmed about food.
It offers:
A clear explanation of what “low-carb” really means in practical terms
A structured 30-day meal plan with matching grocery lists
Over 100 quick recipes (most ready in 20 minutes or less) with carb counts and full nutrition details
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Learn to recognize the early signs of type 2 diabetes, from increased thirst and fatigue to blurred vision and slow-healing wounds. Early detection can lead to timely care, lifestyle changes, and better health outcomes.
Read more as we outline the signs to look out for and what you can do to help prevent type 2 diabetes.
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Resistance training, specifically in the gym, is a highly effective way to improve blood sugar control in type 2 diabetes.
A June 2025 meta-analysis of 20 studies with 1,397 participants shows that the right guidance, motivation, and equipment make a real difference. Strengthen your muscles, boost your health, and see the benefits!
Read the study: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12175443/
Find more tips here: https://wix.to/8DvbnLO
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This Heart Month, we highlight the important, and often overlooked, cardiovascular risks faced by people with type 2 diabetes.
Our latest piece outlines evidence-based, personalized exercise and lifestyle strategies that can help reduce risk and improve outcomes. Read the blog here: https://wix.to/3qZqTra
#HeartMonth #Type2Diabetes #CardiovascularHealth #PreventiveCare #PopulationHealth
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Understanding the synergy between nutrition and exercise is vital for managing type 2 diabetes.
Dive into our article for practical insights and strategies!
Read more: https://wix.to/PGuljUm
#Healthcare #DiabetesManagement
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Canadian adults spend an average of 9.3 hours a day sitting, exceeding the national recommendation of no more than 9 hours of sedentary time.
Only two in five adults meet the guideline - 35% of men and 49% of women.
Read the report: https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/daily-quotidien/251017/dq251017b-eng.htm
Find activity programs here:
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Eating with blood sugar in mind fits into real life, from balanced plates to diabetes-friendly recipes that support glycemic control. Nutrition hubs show how meals can be smart, tasty, and tailored for T2D management.
Recipe ideas: Diabetes-Friendly Recipes (American Diabetes Association). Try evidence‑aligned T2D recipes here https://diabetesfoodhub.org/
