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Visiting the farmers market is a different experience than going to a standard supermarket. Here are eight tips to help you know what to bring and make the most of your access to farmers’ and artisans’ fresh products and knowledge!  Bring sturdy bags or baskets to carry your purchases. And bring produce bags too. Some farmers may have bags, but it’s always good to come prepared. If you are planning to purchase a lot, bring a small cart so you don’t have to carry it all. Bring small bills of cash. More vendors are beginning to accept cards, but cash may be easier. Bringing your cash in $1, $5,

1. Timing of Meals Throughout the holidays, you may find yourself eating at family dinners or parties outside your usual mealtimes. For example, holiday dinners are sometimes served at 3:00 or 4:00 p.m. Plan for how you will handle making changes if the meal does not align with your regular schedule. If you take insulin or another medication that lowers blood glucose, you should try to check your blood glucose levels more often. A change in the timing of the meal may affect your blood glucose. For example, you may need to bring a snack to prevent low blood glucose (hypoglycemia) if the meal is

The Healthy Lunch Formula Using the Diabetes Plate The American Diabetes Association has an easy way to plan meals called the Diabetes Plate . You can use this to help guide your meal prep, making sure you have key food groups that support managing your blood glucose and your overall health. Here’s how to use the Diabetes Plate to create a healthy lunch:  Non-starchy veggies: Half of your nine-inch plate should be filled with non-starchy vegetables. Non-starchy vegetables are low in carbohydrates (carbs) while being rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Having a variety of colorful

Foods that Fit in Your Eating Plan Eating a variety of nutrient-dense foods that are minimally processed will help you achieve your health goals. Choosing food such as whole grains, vegetables, fruits, lean poultry, seafood, plant proteins, heart-healthy fats, and low-fat dairy can help you slow the progression of CKD, help manage diabetes, and lead to better overall outcomes. And you may need to limit foods with potassium and phosphorus based on your individual needs—talk to your health care provider to find out. Eating minimally processed foods also helps limit the amount of sodium you eat

The Diabetes Plate is the easiest way to create healthy low-carb meals that can help you manage your blood glucose (blood sugar). Using the Diabetes Plate, you can create a meal with a healthy balance of vegetables, protein, and carbs—without any counting, calculating, weighing, or measuring. All you need is a plate! To start out, you need a plate that is nine inches across . The size of our plate is what controls the size of our portions. If your dinner plates are larger than nine inches, try using a smaller salad or dessert plate for your meals. Or, if your dinner plates have a lip or