LIVING WELL WITH DIABETES
Volume 7, Issue 7
Anderson County Health Department
July 2012
Every Family Has Secrets! Is Diabetes One of Them?
Joanne Gallivan, M.S., R.D.
Director, National Diabetes Education Program, National
Institutes of Health
Do you know your family’s health history? Or is it like a
secret no one wants to talk about? Many health conditions, including type 2 diabetes, run in families. Many
people who get type 2 diabetes have one or more family members with the disease.
Knowing the health history of your siblings, parents,
and blood relatives is important because it gives you
and your health care team information about your risk
for developing health problems, such as type 2 diabetes. You can’t change your family history, but knowing
about it can help you work with your health care team
to take action on things you can change. Studies have
shown that you can prevent or delay type 2 diabetes by
losing 5 to 7 percent of your weight, if you are overweight—that’s 10 to 14 pounds if you weigh 200
pounds. You can lose weight by walking 30 minutes a
day for five days a week and choosing healthy foods
lower in fat and calories.
The National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP) urges
everyone to explore their family health history and
make a family plan to prevent or delay the onset of type
2 diabetes.
Ask around. Talk to your relatives to find out if anyone has diabetes. If you have been diagnosed with
diabetes, tell your family.
Update your health care team on your family history. Talk to your health care team about whether
Anderson County Health Department
NEW Hours of Operation Starts July 9th.
Monday—Wednesday 8:00am-4:00pm
Thursday
8:00am-6:30pm
Friday
8:00am-
you should be screened for diabetes. It is important
to find out early if you have diabetes so you can take
steps to manage the disease. People who keep their
blood glucose (sugar) as close to normal as possible
in the early years after they are diagnosed with diabetes have fewer problems with their eyes, nerves,
and kidneys, and fewer heart attacks later in life.
Make a healthy eating plan for the whole family. The
plan should include:
Eating a variety of colorful fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and fat-free or low-fat
milk and milk products,
Choosing lean meats, poultry without the
skin, fish, beans, eggs, and nuts, and
Foods low in saturated fats, trans fats, cholesterol, salt (sodium), and added sugars.
Get Moving. Make physical activity a family affair. Go
for a walk, or play soccer, basketball, or tag with your
children. Try swimming, biking, hiking, jogging, or any
activity that you enjoy. Vary your activities so you
don’t get bored.
Don’t let diabetes be your family secret. Make a family
plan to work together to prevent or delay type 2 diabetes. If someone in your family has diabetes, ask how
family members can support them.
Diabetes Support Group Meetings 2012-2013
July 2
August 13*
September 10**
October 1
November 5
December 3
January 7
February 4
March 4
April 1
May 6
June 3
* August date changed to second Monday due
to a scheduling conflict.
**September date is second Monday of the month due
to Labor Day Holiday.
Postmaster, please deliver to:
ANDERSON COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
1180 GLENSBORO ROAD
LAWRENCEBURG, KY 40342
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE
DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP PLEASE
CONTACT:
APRIL THOMAS, HEALTH EDUCATOR
PHONE: 502-839-4551 EXT. 1110
FAX: 502-839-8099
E-MAIL: APRIL.THOMAS@KY.GOV
THE ANDERSON COUNTY DIABETES SUPPORT
GROUP WILL MEET
MONDAY, JULY 2 AT 7:00PM
IN THE COMMUNITY ROOM OF THE
ANDERSON COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT.
Visit us online!
www.achdonline.org
Important Dates in July
2 - Diabetes Support Group, 77--8pm
4 - Independence Day HOLIDAY
(Health Department CLOSED)
9 - Health Department hours of
operation change!
Recipe of the Month
Yummy Honey Chicken Kabobs
12 servings
Ingredients
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/3 cup honey
1/3 cup soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
8 skinless, boneless chicken breast
halves, cut into 1 inch cubes
2 cloves garlic
5 small onions, cut into 2 inch pieces
2 red bell peppers, cut into 2 inch pieces
Skewers
Directions
1. In a large bowl, whisk together oil,
honey, soy sauce, and pepper. Before adding chicken, reserve a small
amount of marinade to brush onto
kabobs while cooking. Place the
chicken, garlic, onions, and peppers
in the bowl, and marinate in the refrigerator at least 2 hours (the longer
the better).
2. Preheat the grill for high heat.
3. Drain marinade from the chicken
and vegetables, and discard marinade. Thread chicken and vegetables alternately onto the skewers.
4. Lightly oil the grill grate. Place the
skewers on the grill. Cook for 12 to
15 minutes, until chicken juices run
clear. Turn and brush with reserved
marinade frequently.
Nutrition
Facts
Calories: 178
Carbs: 12.4g
Fiber: 1g
Total Fat:
6.6g
Sodium:
442mg
Cholesterol:
45mg
Protein: 17.4g