Welcome back to our Diabetes Awareness Month series! This week, we’re shifting focus to nutrition, a powerful tool in diabetes prevention and management. A balanced diet not only supports a healthy weight but also improves blood sugar control and reduces the risk of diabetes-related complications. By adopting mindful eating habits and choosing nutritious foods, you … Continued
Stress and Diabetes are a double-edged sword! November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and Thursday, November 14 is World Diabetes Day, a global initiative to raise awareness about diabetes and its devastating impact. Established in 1991 by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) and the World Health Organization, this annual observance aims to improve the lives of … Continued
November is Diabetes Awareness Month, a time to focus on preventing and managing this chronic condition. Did you know that regular physical activity is a powerful tool in your diabetes management arsenal? This week’s article explores how exercise can help prevent diabetes and benefit individuals with diabetes. Strategies will be provided to overcome common barriers … Continued
An estimated 37.3 million Americans have diabetes. Approximately 90-95% of that number are people living with type 2 diabetes, a disease that can be prevented or delayed with a healthy lifestyle. Additionally, an estimated 96 million American adults have prediabetes. That’s more than 1 in 3 adults, and of these, over 80% don’t even know … Continued
Have you taken the steps necessary to keep wellness in your holiday plans? The combination of chilly weather, tempting treats, indulgent meals and social gatherings — not to mention unsettling events occurring around the world — can make the holiday season an especially difficult time to stay committed to your wellness goals. And yet, being … Continued
Healthy Weight Week (January 19 to January 25) invites us to embrace small, meaningful steps toward a balanced lifestyle. Let’s dive into the connection between stress and weight management—an often overlooked but essential factor in achieving your health goals. With an overwhelming number of tasks and expectations, stress is common in today’s fast-paced world. Chronic … Continued
Welcome back to the final installation of our 2024 Diabetes Awareness Month series. With Thanksgiving just around the corner, it’s easy to get caught up in final work tasks, travel, cooking and shopping. However, making time for physical activity this Monday can help you start the holiday week with energy, relieve stress and support healthy … Continued
How can your Virginia State Employee Wellness Program help? CommonHealth’s programs and campaigns cover a variety of health topics and are available in a range of formats to meet the needs of different workplaces. Highly skilled wellness consultants provide the latest on stress, sleep, nutrition, exercise and more for faculty/staff meetings, special events, conferences, benefit … Continued
How can your Virginia State Employee Wellness Program help? CommonHealth’s programs and campaigns cover a variety of health topics and are available in a range of formats to meet the needs of different workplaces. Highly skilled wellness consultants provide the latest on stress, sleep, nutrition, exercise and more for faculty/staff meetings, special events, conferences, benefit … Continued
How can your Virginia State Employee Wellness Program help? CommonHealth’s programs and campaigns cover a variety of health topics and are available in a range of formats to meet the needs of different workplaces. Highly skilled wellness consultants provide the latest on stress, sleep, nutrition, exercise and more for faculty/staff meetings, special events, conferences, benefit … Continued
