5 Ways to Manage Diabetes During the Holiday

Holiday parties and long distance travel pose an extra challenge when you have diabetes.

With healthy lifestyle choices and advance planning, you can celebrate the winter holidays and manage your condition at the same time.

Here is how to awaken the true fat burning and healing potential.

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5 Ways to Manage Diabetes During the Holiday

1. Slim down your favorite recipes

• Experiment with putting less butter, sour cream, cheese and sugar into your traditional dishes. Sprinkle on fresh herbs for flavor.

2. Control portion sizes

• Enjoy a taste of the foods you love. Limit your portion sizes and chew slowly so you'll be satisfied with less.

3. Drink These

• Munch on nuts, cut vegetables, and whole grain cereals. It's easier to resist temptation on a full stomach.

4. Be choosy about sweets

• Think ahead to focus on which dessert is a must for you. A sliver of cherry pie beats grazing around the whole dessert buffet. Indulge in baked fruit and sugar free candy.

5. Limit alcohol

• Some cocktails pack a lot of calories and any alcohol can weaken your willpower. Most experts advise up to one drink a day for women and two for men. Sip water or tea instead.

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