Considering
how we can celebrate safely during
The
Festive PeriodDecember has arrived! And so too will an increased level of
festive partying and celebrations. It's a great time to let our hair down.
However, when looking through the optic lens of diabetes, it's sensible to be
aware of the borderline between being festive and going overboard. Especially,
as we may run the risk of having a Hypo. Here's some articles that can
highlight both.
Diabetes,
Christmas & Alcohol
There is usually an abundance of alcohol
during Christmas celebrations. If you have diabetes, you can usually enjoy
drinking in moderation; however, you need to be extra cautious.
Interested in reading more? Click on the link to read the full article.
Managing
a Hypo at Christmas
When your blood glucose level
drops quickly and below a safe level, this is called hypoglycaemia,
or a ‘hypo’ for short. A hypo can be a scary thing for you to go through, but
it can be managed effectively.
Interested in reading more? Click on the link to read the full article.