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Winter weather especially harsh for those with diabetes

For people with health issues like diabetes, foot health is especially important  when the weather turns cold, as the disease can affect your body’s circulation even more so during the winter months. People with diabetes should keep these tips in mind: You probably wouldn’t dream of going barefoot outside in the winter, but you shouldn’t do it inside, either. Always wear shoes and socks when walking outside, and at least wear socks inside. … Read more

Keep feet happy in winter weather

The holidays are over, but most regions of the country face a few more months of winter. Whether you’re slogging through deep snow and sub-zero temperatures in the north, or contending with dampness, chill and muddy conditions in the south, it’s important to take care of your feet all winter long. You’ll want them to be health and ready for action when spring finally arrives! Most Americans will have walked … Read more

TLC for winter feet

Three easy to follow tips to keep your feet happy during winter. Raise, point, and curl your toes for five seconds  on each foot. Repeat 10 times. Rotate your ankles to relax your feet. Cup your heel and rotate each ankle slowly five times to help loosen  ankle joints. Massage your feet; it releases tension, promotes circulation, and rejuvenates the skin after a long day of walking and standing. Add your … Read more

This November, Knock Your Socks Off!

If you are battling diabetes, you are not alone! Millions of Americans are fighting with you; young and old, male and female, African Americans and Caucasians. No one is immune  to this growing epidemic. Hispanic Americans in  particular are at risk of developing the disease. According to the American Diabetes Association,  nearly 12 percent of the Hispanic population  has diabetes. Even more importantly, Hispanic  Americans are at a 66 percent … Read more

Find out how much you know about diabetes and foot care

Take our True/False Quiz Even though someone in my family has diabetes, I don’t need to worry about it. FALSE — Along with age and obesity, a family history of diabetes can increase your chances of developing diabetes. I need to educate my family on the dangers of diabetes. TRUE — Diabetes is a family affair. Everyone in the family should know about the disease and should be helping those … Read more