I just saw this article that says a bit of grumpiness can go a long way toward making a person happy. Did I lose you there? Being grumpy can actually make you more positive in the long run.

This thought makes perfect sense to me. There has been a movement, ever since The Secret came out, that says if you think only positive thoughts and focus on your goal, you will attract positive things to you. This is great advice, but not always realistic. For example, sometimes life is unpredictable and even the most wonderful, blessed, …read more

I’ve heard of workout partners and fitness trainers and personal chefs, but what about a wellness coach? I came across this Examiner article that discussed it, and thought it is really a good idea. A wellness coach would monitor and encourage all the healthy aspects of your life. Not just food or exercise, but stress and downtime. If you’re relaxing a bit too much, he or she would tell you that, and if you need to chill, they’d let you know that as well.

Studies have shown that support in general greatly helps with things like weight …read more

Getting a flu shot this year? How about three? That’s what medical professionals say might be the magic number when it comes to inoculating yourself against the H1N1 virus. They also tried to prepare employers to expect many of their employees to be out at least a few days this upcoming year with the Swine Flu. In other words, employers should encourage their workers to stay home at even the hint of the flu. If they don’t, they could inadvertently make more people sick.

Employees are reminded to wash their hands often, stay home if …read more

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Have you heard the thought that aspirin, specifically anti-inflammatory aspirin, is helpful in preventing diabetes?
Well researchers took this same concept and applied it to low-dose aspirin. The result? That low-dose aspirin, while having many other healthful benefits, does not help prevent Type 2 diabetes.
David S. H. Bell, MD, an Endocrine Today Editorial Board member, said:
“This finding is not surprising since low dose aspirin was utilized. High dose aspirin or other salicylates, which are truly anti-inflammatory, have been shown to decrease insulin resistance and perhaps improve beta cell function. Clinical trials to evaluate …read more

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This is news NO diabetic likes to hear. Larry Miller, who owns the pro basketball team the Utah Jazz, has “had both of his legs amputated 6 inches below the knee.”
Mr. Miller has Type 2 diabetes and has been using a wheelchair even before the surgery. We wish Mr. Miller a speedy recovery. Our thoughts go out to you!

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One of the most frustrating things about diabetes is that you often get other ailments along with it. As soon as you get diagnosed with diabetes, you are automatically at risk for other diseases such as heart disease or stroke.
It’s one reason diabetes is such a difficult disease to deal with. Emotionally and physically, it takes a toll.
That’s why I like to here news like this. Researchers at Sanford have received “an American Diabetes Association Career Development Award to help understand why people who have diabetes often die from heart disease …read more

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Here’s a scary thought: With all the lay offs happening these days workers are finding it increasingly difficult to keep their health insurance. That’s ESPECIALLY frightening for diabetics.
A survey over at CNN says that in 2007, “researchers found that two-thirds of workers, if they were laid off, would be eligible for COBRA. Data from 2006 data suggest that only 9 percent would opt into the program.”
Since costs are higher now, that problem is probably even more prevalent.
It’s difficult. I know one of my fears has always been that I wouldn’t have health …read more

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Denver Broncos quarterback Jay Cutler has been vocal about getting diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes last year, and he’s helping to bring awareness to the cause. He’s teamed up with Eli Lilly & Co. and their “Inspired by Diabetes” campaign to help send Type 1 diabetic children to summer camps.
“Inspired by Diabetes” is a campaign to help bring families together to help raise awareness to the “global burden” of the disease.
Cutler has said, “Diabetes is the toughest opponent I’ve ever faced, but I wasn’t going to let it slow down my career. …read more

Image from Brenda Novak.
Remember Brenda Novak? She’s the writer who has managed to raise over a half million dollars for diabetes research in just a couple of years.
She’s also having a giveaway to win a tote with signed copies of her books, among other treats! Enter to win and if you do, by all means come back here and tell us!

In this latest “Putting a Face on Diabetes” post, we’re talking with Andrew Mandell, or as many of you might know him: Mr. Diabetes. We first told you about him last month during his mission to “walk around the perimeter of the continental United States” to help bring awareness to diabetes research.
Mr. Mandell has an inspiring story but more than that, his story will motivate YOU to take action in your own life! I especially like his final word to us. Read on.

Image from Mr. Diabetes.
What type of diabetes do you have?
Type 2 – …read more