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Fasting (not eating or drinking) during religious holidays has been practiced for thousands of years and is part of many faith-based traditions. The amount of time, frequency, and type of fast vary among different religions, but all have spiritual meaning. If you have diabetes and are planning to fast or change your eating plan for observing Ramadan, Lent, or Yom Kippur, careful planning is important to stay healthy. Read on to learn more about how to safely fast. What to Do Before the Fast Fasting as a person with diabetes increases your risk of hypoglycemia, dehydration, hyperglycemia, and

The holidays can feel tricky when you’re living with diabetes. To-do lists are longer. Stress levels are higher. And traditional meals aren’t the easiest on blood glucose (blood sugar). These expert-backed tips will help you celebrate the season without losing sight of your health goals.

Holidays can be hectic, whether it’s running from store to store buying gifts, traveling to see family, or dashing from event to event. And being on the go is when temptation and convenience conspire to derail best intentions. With a little planning, these easy, quick, and delicious recipes will help you eat well on the move.

From the flood of fun-sized candies on Halloween to the candy hearts on Valentine’s Day, and all the holiday feasts in between, winter can be a minefield of food temptations. If you’ve recently been diagnosed with diabetes, you may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and uncertain about how to manage your diabetes during the holidays. To provide a little guidance, we've asked diabetes and nutrition experts to share their top tips for staying on track this holiday season without sacrificing holiday cheer!