Christmas with diabetes: FREE booklet
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CHRISTMAS is going to be very different this year for many reasons, chiefly the coronavirus pandemic.
However, it will still involve festive preparations and the food and drink that comes with the time of year.
As a charity for people with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, the InDependent Diabetes Trust recognises that it can be a difficult time for people with both types of diabetes, especially if it is their first Christmas with the condition.
"It can be a time of temptation, unpredictable or delayed meals, extra nibbles, excitement and stress, all of which can make managing their diabetes more of a problem," said co-chairwoman Jenny Hirst.
"We have just published our free December Newsletter and we also have a free booklet, ‘Diabetes at Christmas’ to help families who live with the condition.
"It gives various options for Christmas dinners, a recipe for homemade, lower carbohydrate and calorie Christmas pudding and many other tips.
"We also have a booklet, ‘Diabetes – Everyday Eating’ which may also be useful. We hope that the newsletter and these two booklets will help to make life easier over the festive season."
The charity is happy to send out these, free of charge, to anyone if they contact IDDT on 01604 622837 or email enquiries@iddtinternational.org
Find out more here.
