This is from our July 2008 Article
Planning For Your Diabetes Care During A Disaster!
Being prepared for emergencies during unexpected
events like a hurricane, flood or a tornado is
important for a person with diabetes. In addition to
keeping your family and property safe, you also need
to think about how to manage your diabetes. The key
is to be prepared and plan ahead of time. Build an
emergency kit and a response plan for you and your
family. Here are some important supplies to include
in your kit.
Food and Water
Store one gallon of water per person per day (date
the bottles and replace every 6 months).
Keep non-perishable food items on hand, such as
canned foods (like: fruits, vegetables, juice, diet
sodas, tuna, meats, beans), powdered milk, a large
box of crackers, peanut butter & nuts.
Don’t forget to stock disposable cups, eating
utensils and a manual can opener.
Medications and Equipment
Pack at least a 7 day supply of your prescription
and over the counter medications. Remember insulin
can be stored at room temperature for 28 days.
Add supplies for injections and/or insulin pumps (if
needed), blood glucose testing, glucose tablets, a
glucagon kit, a hard plastic container (for used
needles and lancets), hand sanitizer & alcohol
wipes.
Basic Supplies
Include flashlights and batteries, first aid kit,
portable radio (batteries), cell phone, blankets,
extra clothing, sturdy shoes, extra socks & trash
bags.
Find a special and waterproof container to keep
copies of insurance cards, extra prescriptions, a
list of all your medications, family and doctor’s
phone numbers, homeowner’s insurance information and
other valuable information.
Additional Tips
Maintain your meal plan and eat as healthy as
possible.
Drink plenty of water and other fluids throughout
the day.
Follow your testing and medication schedule.
Protect and check your feet daily.
Check with your County Department of Emergency
Services for additional family preparedness
information. Source:
American Diabetes Association: The Disaster
Preparedness Guide 2006 BE SURE TO ALSO CHECK
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Summer Foods:
Portions Still Matter!
The warm, relaxing, fun days of summer are fast approaching. Those
days of family picnics, vacations, the beach, July 4th and lazy hazy
days of summer! And with that comes a variety of delicious food fit
for anyone- but eat too much and being fit and healthy will be
something of the past! Diabetes doesn’t go away just because summer
arrives. Good management and healthy food choices matter all year.
As the fun days of summer approach, don’t let the array of fattening
foods- mounds of potato and macaroni salad, juicy burgers topped
with everything, and fudgy brownies with scoops of ice cream- be the
downfall of all you’ve achieved in your healthy eating plan. There
are many ways to reduce the calories and fat in many traditional
summer foods, and learn to control those portions. Then enjoy the
summer feast- your way!
Take this quiz to help you stay on track with what you eat and how
much you eat!
1. A serving of baked beans is:
a. The size of a golf ball
b. The size of half a baseball.
c. The size of a baseball.
2. A serving of hamburger is:
a. The size of a deck of cards
b. The size of 2 decks of cards.
c. The size of a CD.
3. A one teaspoon serving of mayonnaise is:
a. The size of your thumb tip up to the first joint.
b. The size of two thumb tips.
c. The size of three thumb tips.
4. A serving of potato salad or Cole Slaw is:
a. The size of a golf ball.
b. The size of half a baseball.
c. The size of a baseball.
5. A serving of grilled or baked fish is:
a. The size of a cell phone.
b. The size of a checkbook.
c. The size of a paperback book.
6. How many calories are in a cup of pasta salad?
a. 250
b. 350
c. 450
d. 550
7. How many calories are in a grilled chicken breast (cooked with
skin, removed before eating)?
a. 100
b. 140
c. 200
d. 260
8. A serving of cubed melon is:
a. The size of a golf ball.
b. The size of half a baseball.
c. The size of a baseball.
9. A serving of ice cream is:
a. The size of a golf ball
b. The size of half a baseball.
c. The size of a baseball.
10. A 2 tablespoon serving of guacamole is:
a. 1 dice
b. 3 dice
c. 6 dice
ANSWER KEY:
1.b 2. a 3. a 4. b 5. b 6. c 7. b 8. c 9. b 10. c
Marinating chicken in a spicy yogurt brings a flavorful tender
chicken to your table. This is a great recipe for the broiler or the
backyard grill!
Marinated Chicken Kebabs
1 pound skinless boneless chicken breasts
½ cup plain fat free yogurt
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
/4 cup onion, finely chopped
1 tsp. freshly grated ginger
1 tsp. ground cumin
1 tsp. ground coriander
½ tsp. cinnamon
½ tsp. turmeric
2 tbsps. lemon juice
Cut chicken into 1-inch pieces and place in large resealable plastic
bag.
Combine yogurt, garlic, onion, spices & lemon juice in small bowl.
Spoon marinade into bag with chicken.
Seal the bag; remove excess air, move chicken around until coated.
Refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
Spray grill with non stick cooking spray then preheat to medium
high.
While grill is preheating, thread marinated chicken on to skewers.
Place skewers on grill rack and grill 5-6 minutes each side or until
cooked through.
NUTRITION INFORMATION (Per Serving)
4 servings
Calories: 148
Calories from fat: 11
Total Fat: 1 gm.
Saturated Fat: 0.7 gm.
Cholesterol: 4.6 gm.
Sodium: 96 mg.
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