MayoClinic.com Highlights the Importance of Exercise in Diabetes Treatment

Rochester, MN (PRWeb) March 15, 2007 --

According to MayoClinic.com, exercise can help boost mood and energy levels and can also lead to:

• Improved blood sugar control. During exercise, muscles use sugar (glucose) for energy. This lowers blood sugar levels. And the more strenuous the workout, the longer the effect lasts. For people who have type 2 diabetes, exercise can increase insulin sensitivity. Along with a healthy-eating plan, exercise may reduce or even eliminate the need for glucose-lowering medication.

• Improved heart health. Diabetes increases the risk of high blood pressure, heart attack, stroke and other cardiovascular diseases. Exercise counteracts the risk by improving blood flow, increasing the heart's pumping power and lowering cholesterol levels.

• Improved weight control. Exercise can help people lose weight and keep it off.

Before beginning a fitness program, individuals should get their doctor's OK to exercise, especially if they have been inactive. Talk with a doctor about activities and the best time to exercise, as well as the potential impact of medications on blood sugar levels. For more information, visit www.MayoClinic.com.

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Most health professionals agree that nutrition and exercise are crucial in managing T-2 Diabetes or in reducing the risk of developing the disease. Studies have found that diet and exercise have effectively helped to manage T-2 Diabetes especially when overweight and/or obese diabetics commit to weight loss. Reducing waistline fat by 5% to 10% will reduce your risk of developing T-2 Diabetes by 25%....full story

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Fitness4Diabetics.com provides one-on-one exercise and nutrition coaching for people with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. Working in partnership with member's physicians, coaches work with diabetics who want to achieve and maintain healthy lifestyles. Coaching team is comprised of Certified Diabetic Educators including nurses, registered dietitians and exercise physiologists....full story

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Richmond, VA (PRWEB) July 11, 2007 -- Diabetic meals are healthy, balanced and nutritional. The meals prepared to manage diabetes not only help diabetics manage their illness; but is beneficial to all those trying to have healthier lives," said Ann-Marie Stephens, the co-founder of ImTypeFree.com.

Noel's "White Bean Basil Chicken Salad" recipe was chosen for its combination of protein, flavor and texture, all in one deliciously simple salad.

White Bean Basil Chicken Salad Recipe:

2 cups of cooked chicken, cut into strips or cubes
1 clove of garlic, minced
1 19oz can of cannelloni beans, drained and rinsed
3/4 c. lightly packed fresh basil leaves, torn or sliced into ribbons
2 Tbsp of fresh lemon juice
½ tsp Tabasco sauce
½ tsp black pepper
8 butter lettuce leaves

Mix all ingredients together, except lettuce, and serve salad in curled butter lettuce leaf cups.

Visit www.ImTypeFree.com to view the recipes of all the ImTypeFree Recipe Contest winners and prepare them for your next meal.