Healthy Living

Living with diabetes doesn't have to be a solo journey. A major study published in Diabetes Care in 2025 followed nearly 1,000 people across 16 communities over two years. Those who participated in community-based peer support programs showed meaningful improvements in A1C, fasting blood glucose, and BMI compared to those receiving standard care alone.

Connecting with others who truly "get it" can make a measurable difference in your health. That's exactly what this Knowledge Hub community is here for.

🔗 Source: Diabetes Care 2025 https://diabetesjournals.org/care/article/48/5/807/158051/Community-Based-Peer-Support-for-Diabetes

Most people know exercise helps blood sugar, but what you do between workouts matters too. Canada's 24-Hour Movement Guidelines, now available in 10 languages, emphasize a whole-day approach to health that balances physical activity, reducing sedentary time, and quality sleep.

The ADA's Standards of Care echo this, noting that community resources and support networks are key tools for translating physical activity recommendations into real-world habits.

Diabetes Journals 

Small breaks from sitting throughout the day can make a genuine difference.

🔗 Source: Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology – 24-Hour Movement Guidelines

A two-year study tracking step counts in people with prediabetes and type 2 diabetes found a clear seasonal pattern: average daily steps were significantly higher in summer and spring compared to winter and fall, with the lowest counts recorded in January and during holiday periods across all seasons.

If cold weather or busy holidays are slowing you down, you're in good company, but it's worth having a plan to keep moving year-round.

Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (2026)

Managing blood sugar isn't just about medication or diet, movement matters too.

ParticipACTION, Canada's leading physical activity organization, offers free tools, challenges, and tips to help you find enjoyable ways to be more active, wherever you are in your journey.

Find out more : https://www.participaction.com/

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