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Defeat Diabetes® E-Lerts™ Newsletter

April 2009
(Volume VIII, Issue II)  
 
 ¨If I Had My Life to Live Over¨ by Erma Bombeck was sent to me recently and I would like to share a few lines:
 
But mostly, given another shot at life, I would seize every minute, look at it and really see it . . Live it and never give it back. STOP SWEATING THE SMALL STUFF!!!
 
There is evidence there is a correlation between diabetes and stress. Two recent studies address stress/diabetes/risk and I wouldn´t be surprised if there were more:  First Study, Second Study.
  
Latest News - Self Management - Foods and Lifestyle:  Fructose, Cinnamon, Barley, Lifestyle Program.
 
Latest News - New Diabetes-Related Facts:  Males, Elderly, Surgery, Cancer and Cholesterol.
 
Latest News - Did You Know?:  Neck Size, Abdominal Fat, Diabetes Cost, and Stroke.
 
Diabetic Friendly Recipes:  Delicious plus fresh ingredients and low in sodium too!
 
A Message From Our Executive Director:  Andrew P. Mandell, Mr. Diabetes® has completed his epic journey and is now involved with more great awareness programs.
 
Islets of Humor™:  How do YOU measure?
 
Know your Fruits and Veggies™:  Peas - Lots to learn and savor.
 
Treatments on the Horizon:  Stem Cells and Future Tests.

Don't worry about who doesn't like you, who has more, or who's doing what
Instead, let's cherish the relationships we have with those who do love us.  Erma Bombeck
 
Good Health,
Lisa M. Rasolt
Program Director
Defeat Diabetes Foundation
LRasolt@DefeatDiabetes.org
www.DefeatDiabetes.org
Defeat Diabetes®:  Awareness + Action = Prevention®
Can't afford a glucometer?
ADW has generously donated blood testing equipment to Defeat Diabetes Foundation. Glucometers are available for FREE. This offer is valid in the United States while supplies last. To request a glucometer, send an email  to:  glucometer@DefeatDiabetes.org.
Diabetes Support Groups Database
We've developed a listing of Diabetes Education Programs and Diabetes Support Groups in all 50 states and the District of Columbia.
Planning for Summer Camp? Diabetes Camps Info and Database
  • Diabetes camps allow kids an opportunity to be with peers and learn from each other to overcome the daily challenges.
  • Gives kids a chance to learn or improve diabetes self-management skills
  • Camping and the activities provided are fun
  • National Diabetes Camps Database     More
Latest News - Did You Know?
Timeshare Donations are an excellent way to get a tax write off. Defeat Diabetes Foundation is now accepting Timeshare Donations.
Donate my timeshare.
Delicious, healthy and easy to prepare. Using fresh ingredients and always looking for lower sodium recipes too. Enjoy!
A Message From Our Executive Director 
Andrew P. Mandell – MR. DIABETES®
For those of you who have been following my adventures on The MR. DIABETES® WAKE UP AND WALK® TOUR during the past eight years, that is now completed. It was a 10,000 mile perimeter walk of the United States for diabetes awareness. Much was shared with America and Americans, and I got a perspective about diabetes and diabetics that could not possibly have been learned any other way. More
Islets of Humor™  humor
By Theresa Garnero


See more of Theresa's Islets of Humor™ Cartoons
Defeat Diabetes® News by Daniel Rasolt
Be the first ones to read the latest news on diabetes, health, self management and complementary and alternative medicine. These articles are exclusive to Defeat Diabetes Foundation.
Know Your Fruits and Veggies™:  Peas
By Dawn Swidorski, Public Outreach Director
Peas are actually a legume which is a special class of vegetables that also includes beans and lentils. These are among the most versatile and nutritious foods on the planet. They are a good source of protein and can be a healthy and very affordable substitute for meat. More 
Financial Assistance
Diabetes is a costly disease. Yet the cost of ignoring your diabetes treatment is even higher. There are programs to help you with prescriptions, testing supplies and if you have no insurance. More information
Treatments on the Horizon
Future Diabetes and Cancer Tests Through Breath and Urine
Self-Donated Stem Cells Help Diabetics

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