People's Diabetes Foundation

10/20/2026

Checking your blood glucose is only the first step. Knowing what your reading means helps you decide what to do before you exercise.

For many people with diabetes, a pre-exercise blood glucose of approximately 90–250 mg/dL (5.0–13.9 mmol/L) is used as a general guide. However, your personal target and what you need to do may differ based on your diabetes treatment, activity, and other factors.

📌 Your number is information, not just a number.
Know your usual range. Know how your body responds to activity. Know when your blood glucose may require extra attention.

Early action means knowing before you move.

10/16/2026

Before you start exercising, take a moment to check your blood glucose.

Why? Because physical activity can change your blood glucose, and knowing your level before you begin can help you decide what action may be needed.
🩸 Check your blood glucose before exercise.
Your reading is the starting point for the next step:

✔️ Is it safe to begin?
✔️ Do you need some fast-acting carbohydrates?
✔️ Should you take extra precautions or postpone exercise?

Early action starts with knowing your number.

09/22/2026

Did you know?

Diabetes and brain health are more connected than you might think.
Research shows that people with type 2 diabetes have a higher risk of developing dementia. Scientists are also studying how changes in insulin signaling in the brain may be linked to Alzheimer's disease.

This is sometimes referred to as "Type 3 diabetes," but it is not an officially recognized type of diabetes or a medical diagnosis.

This World Alzheimer's Month, let's learn more about brain health, the importance of early awareness, and ongoing healthcare.

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On 21 September, the world unites for World Alzheimer's Day, challenging stigma around Alzheimer's and dementia. This year's theme, "The Earlier You Know, The More You Can Do: A Dementia Diagnosis Matters," is especially relevant to the diabetes community.

Research shows that when type 2 diabetes is not managed correctly, it can raise dementia risk — a link referred to as "type 3 diabetes." Early diagnosis unlocks treatment, care, and support options, so pairing cognitive check-ins with routine diabetes management matters just as much as monitoring blood sugar.

This campaign highlights emerging at-risk groups, including those with metabolic conditions, and the value of early screening for everyone, including those living with dementia, carers and society alike.

🔗 Learn more about this year's campaign and how to get invloved : https://www.alzint.org/get-involved/world-alzheimers-month/

09/12/2026

Food, Not Fear: Build Confidence with Food
Understanding food. Building confidence. Living well with diabetes.

Confidence doesn't come from avoiding food. It comes from understanding it.

As you learn how your body responds to different foods, meals become opportunities to nourish yourself—not tests to pass. Every choice you make adds to your understanding, helping you build habits that support both your health and your quality of life.

Don't fear food. Learn what it does, trust what you learn, and let knowledge guide your choices.

09/04/2026

This Labor Day, remember to work on your health too.

Managing diabetes takes daily effort:
• small choices
• regular check-ins
• taking time for yourself.

You work hard. Your health is worth the effort. Wishing you a safe and pleasant Labor Day! 💙

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08/28/2026

Food, Not Fear: Build Skills, Not Rules
Understanding food. Building confidence. Living well with diabetes.

There is no single "perfect" way to eat when you're living with diabetes.
The most helpful approach is one that fits your body, your culture, your budget, your lifestyle, and your personal preferences.

Learning to build balanced meals, understand blood glucose, and make informed choices will take you much farther than trying to follow a long list of food rules.



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08/21/2026

Food, Not Fear: Progress Over Perfection
Understanding food. Building confidence. Living well with diabetes.

Blood glucose naturally changes throughout the day. Some meals may affect your blood glucose exactly as expected, while others may surprise you.

That doesn't mean you've failed. It means your body is responding to many different factors.

Every meal and every blood glucose reading is an opportunity to learn, adjust, and better understand what works for you. Progress comes from learning—not from being perfect.

08/11/2026

Food, Not Fear: Food Is More Than Nutrition
Understanding food. Building confidence. Living well with diabetes.

Food is more than carbohydrates, calories, or numbers on a nutrition label.
It is family dinners, cultural traditions, celebrations, comfort, and connection. These experiences remain important when you're living with diabetes.

Learning how food affects your body doesn't mean giving up the foods and traditions that matter. It means finding ways to enjoy them while supporting your health.



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08/07/2026

This International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples , we celebrate the rich cultures, knowledge, and contributions of Indigenous Peoples around the world while recognizing the importance of advancing health equity for every community.
When it comes to diabetes, early action can make a life-changing difference. Knowing your risk, recognizing the early signs, and accessing timely screening and care can help prevent or delay type 2 diabetes and reduce the risk of complications.

Everyone deserves the opportunity to take early action—supported by healthcare that is accessible, culturally responsive, and grounded in respect for Indigenous knowledge, traditions, and community strengths.

As we look ahead to World Diabetes Day on November 14, let's continue working toward a future where early diagnosis and diabetes risk reduction are within reach for all.

08/04/2026

Food, Not Fear: Carbohydrates Can Fit
Understanding food. Building confidence. Living well with diabetes.

Because carbohydrates affect blood glucose, they're often misunderstood. But carbohydrates are also one of the body's primary sources of energy.

The goal isn't to eliminate carbohydrates, it's to understand how they affect your body and how they fit into balanced meals.

Rice, beans, fruit, corn, and many other familiar foods can all have a place in a healthy eating pattern. Understanding is more powerful than restriction.