The holidays are upon us and trying to find the perfect gift for anyone can be tricky. <\/p>\n\t\n
If you have someone living with diabetes on your shopping list, the holidays just got trickier. <\/p>\n\t\n
What do you do when traditional boxes of holiday candies, peppermint bark and hot cocoa are not allowed on the wish list?<\/p>\n\t\n
Holiday shopping for someone with diabetes is not impossible, it just takes a little creativity. <\/p>\n\t\n
The team at Quest Health Solutions put together this quick list to find the perfect gift for anyone you may know who is dealing with diabetes this holiday season. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Diabetes often requires many supplies. <\/p>\n\n
A decorative or designer bag is thoughtful yet functional at the same time and makes a great gift. <\/p>\n\n
While medical id jewelry is necessary for many patients, it has also come a long way from the traditional and standard silver bracelet. A quick search on the Internet will yield vendors that sell a variety of other options. Bracelets now come in stainless steel, gold, rose gold, suede and even cultured pearl options. There are now necklaces and other options, like id\u2019s that can be affixed to cell phone cases. These are unique gift ideas that add another way to help diabetes patients stay safe. <\/p>\n
Knowledge is power and books are a great way to spread information and educate diabetes patients and loved ones in the process. Whether it\u2019s an informative book filled with diabetes care and self-management ideas or a cookbook filled with recipes and meal planning ideas, books are a great gift for anyone living with diabetes. Another idea is to give the gift of blank pages to allow someone to tell their own story and personal journey. A journal is a special gift that allows for self-expression, growth and provides a release from the pressures of living with diabetes every day. <\/p>\n\n
\u201cFor people who have diabetes\u2014or almost any other disease, for that matter\u2014the benefits of exercise can’t be overstated. Exercise helps control weight, lower blood pressure, lower harmful LDL cholesterol and triglycerides, raise healthy HDL cholesterol, strengthen muscles and bones, reduce anxiety, and improves general well-being. There are added benefits for people with diabetes: exercise lowers blood glucose levels and boosts the body’s sensitivity to insulin, countering insulin resistance and has been linked to lowering HbA1C values in people with diabetes.\u201d1 <\/p>\n\n
If hiring a personal trainer is not in the budget, then any fitness related gift will do. From Fitbits to Apple Watches, there are many devices that can act as their own personal trainer. Sign up for a fitness class that you can take together or fill a gift bag with athletic gear, weights, a yoga mat or anything that will encourage movement. <\/p>\n\n
A private chef or cooking class would be a wonderful gift for anyone, especially for those learning to cook for diabetes. If that\u2019s not an option, there are many other food gifts to choose from. Portion control containers or a food scale that help to measure food is a thoughtful gift to help stay on track. Instead of holiday boxes of tempting treats, opt for the many sugar-free and healthier substitutes that are available on the market today. Or, fill a basket filled with healthy alternatives and favorites that will avoid unnecessary spikes in blood sugar during the holiday. <\/p>\n\n\n
Lack of sleep can lead to blood sugar fluctuations and negatively impact diabetes. While you can\u2019t necessarily give the gift of sleep, there are a number of sleep related and stress reducing gifts that can help friends and loved ones get a better night\u2019s rest. Here\u2019s a quick list of ideas:<\/p>\n
Sometimes laughter is the best medicine and can help to keep blood sugar levels in check. Tickets to a favorite comedian, concert or even a night out on the town are fun gift ideas that may generate some comic relief. If the recipient of your gift giving has a good sense of humor, a quick Internet search for diabetes t-shirts will yield several designs with quirky sayings that are sure to spark some laughter this holiday season. <\/p>\n\n
A donation to the American Diabetes Association or Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation is a philanthropic way to give this holiday season. Giving a gift in someone\u2019s honor will show that you support the cause and help others in the process. <\/p>\n\n
On behalf of all of us at Quest Health Solutions, we wish you a healthy, happy and safe holiday season. This is a time to celebrate with family and friends and enjoy all that the season has to offer. Living with diabetes doesn\u2019t mean that you can\u2019t celebrate with everyone else. Be cautious, plan ahead, make the right food choices and most importantly enjoy the holiday. <\/p>\n\n
Quest Health Solutions is here to support you during the holidays and always. We are committed to providing diabetes education to our patients and healthcare providers. To learn more about how Continuous Glucose Monitors can help you manage your diet during this holiday season, contact us at 1-877-888-7050 Option 3, Ext. 1011, email ben@questhealthsolutions.com<\/a> or schedule an appointment today<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n 1.\tHarvard Health Publishing Harvard Medical School (2020) available at Click Here<\/a> accessed on 5 December 2021. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The holidays are upon us and trying to find the perfect gift for anyone can be tricky. If you have someone living with diabetes on your shopping list, the holidays just got trickier. What do you do when traditional boxes of holiday candies, peppermint bark and hot cocoa are not allowed on the wish list? … <\/p>\n