This post is sponsored by Abbott Canada. All expressed opinions and experiences are my own words. As those living with diabetes are aware, maintaining a healthy diet is one of the keys to successfully managing diabetes. A balanced diet can help manage glucose levels as well as reduce the risk of diabetes complications.¹ With March, being Nutrition Month, it is the perfect time to discuss the importance of eating a healthy and balanced diet. You can use the tips below ¹ to gradually plan … [Read more...]
Celebrate the Holidays Without the Stress this Year
This post is sponsored by Abbott Canada. All expressed opinions and experiences are my own words. The upcoming holiday season has always been my favourite time of the year. Sure, I do love many things about the other seasons, but for me, there is something extra special and cozy about this time of the year. If there’s a downside, it would be the fact the holidays also seem to be very hectic. Plus, it’s often a time for indulging, so many of us tend to forgo our healthier habits. On top … [Read more...]
Whitecaps’ Andy Rose Shares How He Juggles on the Field and Off
Disclaimer – This post is sponsored in partnership with Abbott Diabetes Canada, however, as always, all opinions are my own. Do you know someone who is living with diabetes? Maybe a family member or close friend? November was Diabetes Awareness Month, which is a time when communities across the country team up to bring awareness to the condition and provide support to those living with diabetes. Abbott Canada partnered with Vancouver Whitecaps FC midfielder Andy Rose on an exciting … [Read more...]
Being Thankful Isn’t Reserved Only for Thanksgiving
Disclaimer – This post is sponsored in partnership with Abbott Canada, however, as always, all opinions are our own. Even though I am still missing the lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer, there are so many things about autumn that I love. The gorgeous reds, oranges, and yellows of the deciduous trees, visiting our local farmer's markets, marveling at the abundance of fresh fruits and vegetables and the brilliant blue of the sky on a cool, crisp autumn day. This time of the year makes me think of … [Read more...]
Flash Glucose Monitoring Technology Improves the Lives of those Living with Diabetes
Disclaimer – This post is sponsored in partnership with Abbott Diabetes Canada, however, as always, all opinions are my own. Most of us have heard of diabetes and have some knowledge of the havoc it can inflict on a person’s body and life. For many, including myself, it’s a topic that is near and dear to our hearts. My family has a long history of diabetes; I have several aunts, nieces, and cousins with this condition. I have lived most of my life with an acute awareness of how critical it … [Read more...]
Live Your Life Without Bladder Leaks
Disclosure: This post is sponsored in partnership with uresta®. As always, all opinions are our own. As a woman who gave birth to two, 9 plus pound babies, it’s not a big surprise that I have experienced some bladder leakage for much of my adult life. Add to that the fact I am no longer in my 30’s or even 40’s and my muscle tone is not what it used to be...and that equals even more bladder leaks. From new moms to grandmothers urinary incontinence doesn’t discriminate - it can strike no … [Read more...]
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