Diabetic Shoes and Footwear Explained Did you know that diabetes affects 34 million people in the United States or slightly more than one in every ten? When you have diabetes, you are well aware of the importance of taking special care of your feet and lower limbs. You should keep them clean, dry, and well-protected, and make wise choices when it comes to your footwear. When it comes to diabetic foot comfort and health, you need to know what are diabetic shoes and that they can make a significant difference. The use of footwear that provides little or no support, pinches your fe ..read more

Diabetes and Halloween When you have diabetes, even the spookiest holiday comes with special considerations. While most people look forward to all the fun and tricks of Halloween, those with diabetes must take extra precautions when planning their own personal witching hour. Many people who have diabetes aren’t aware that some traditional Halloween candies are not safe for them. The problem is that most of these goodies are loaded with sugar, fat and carbs. Those who live with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes can’t safely consume many of the common ingredients found in creepy-crawlers, candy apples a ..read more

10 Grilling Tips for Diabetics ‍With the warmer weather, you can host your friends and family in the backyard again. You can fire up the grill, serve cold drinks, and invite your guests to eat outside. There’s nothing quite like a backyard barbecue to help you forget about the stress of everyday life. Friends, family, delicious food – what more could you ask for? Even better, with easy tips and tricks on how to manage your diabetes while barbecuing this summer, you won’t have to miss out on the fun! Follow these 10 BBQ tips for diabetics to get started: Check your blood sugar One of the most ..read more

Summer Fun It’s finally summer, which means warmer weather, longer days and outdoor fun. That means there will be plenty of opportunity and time to enjoy the sun and clear skies. Opportunities abound for adventure and and activity, whether it be learning a new sport or hobby or getting reacquainted with some favorite past times, there’s no better time then now. If you’ve been wanting to visit a national park, spend more time with family and friends outside, or even sit on the porch to enjoy the sights and sounds of the world, now is the time to set everything else aside and soak it all in. We ..read more

Introducing RJs Fuzzies Cloud Nine Sheepskin Slippers for Women It’s always the right time time for some soft, comfy, and supportive women’s slippers. Whether in the hot summer months or frigid winter cold, sheepskin slippers are perfect for keeping feet happy and in bliss! But don’t just take our word for it, give these womens slippers a try for yourself. You won’t regret it! We have a new manufacturer that we’d like to showcase. RJ Fuzzies Cloud Nine feature moisture wicking, hypoallergenic footwear that use natural insulators to keep your feet warm and cool at the same time. No matter the s ..read more

It has been a while since we’ve shared information on healthy eating. Today, we want to feature a great video from eHowHealth that gives a great overview of some solid lunch options. Lunch is such an important part of the day, but we often neglect the meal because of how hectic our days can get. All it takes is a bit of planning. Be sure to plan out your meals beforehand and use the following resource to eat better, and feel great ..read more

People often say that the hardest part about beginning an active lifestyle is getting motivated.  I always respond saying that you don’t need to run full-fledged marathon or attend military boot camp on your first day. Take it easy, start slow. Now if you’re the type that likes to get going hard then kudos to you. But if you’re not, you can start off light, I’d say first thing in the morning. Sure you need to get up fifteen minutes earlier but it’s worth it, trust me. I’ve heard that the best way to lose weight is to workout early in the morning so just wake up, drink some water, throw on ..read more