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Get Your Move On Tip – Simple Steps

The latest episode of TCOYD, Dealing with a Diabetes Diagnosis – Don’t Freak Out, gave you step by step instructions to handle your diabetes diagnosis. One way to make some strides in your health is to get active. Here’s TCOYD’s resident fitness expert Michelle Day with a tip to keep your diabetes in check and […]

The latest episode of TCOYD, Dealing with a Diabetes Diagnosis – Don’t Freak Out, gave you step by step instructions to handle your diabetes diagnosis. One way to make some strides in your health is to get active. Here’s TCOYD’s resident fitness expert Michelle Day with a tip to keep your diabetes in check and your body fit.

Walking is my favorite form of exercise. It is easy to do AND you can do it anywhere at anytime. It doesn’t cost you anything to walk and yet the rewards of walking are priceless. By walking 30 minutes a day, you can alleviate the majority of health problems – diabetes complications, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, obesity, depression, anxiety, dementia, cancer and muscle aches. Put one foot in front of the other and turn walking into your healthy habit.

Get more tips from Michelle on the latest episode of Taking Control of Your Diabetes online now.

Helpings from the Happy Diabetic – Caramelized Salmon with Mango Fruit Salsa

Chef Robert Lewis, also known as the “Happy Diabetic,” serves up fun recipes and helpful tips – with an extra helping of happiness – to keep you fueled! Caramelized Salmon with Mango Fruit Salsa Ingredients 1⁄4 cup fresh mango, small dice (or use canned) 1⁄4 cup fresh pineapple, small dice (or use canned) 2 fresh […]

Chef Robert Lewis, also known as the “Happy Diabetic,” serves up fun recipes and helpful tips – with an extra helping of happiness – to keep you fueled!

Caramelized Salmon with Mango Fruit Salsa

Ingredients
1⁄4 cup fresh mango, small dice (or use canned)
1⁄4 cup fresh pineapple, small dice (or use canned)
2 fresh strawberries
2 tsp fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon leaf fresh cilantro
1 cup balsamic vinegar
1 cup water
1⁄4 cup brown sugar
3 tablespoon Splenda
1⁄2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
4 – 6 oz fresh salmon fillets with the skin on
1 tablespoon canola oil

Directions
1. Peel the mango and pineapple and dice. Place them into a bowl. Add the diced strawberries, lime juice and cilantro. Set aside.

2. Add balsamic vinegar, water, and brown sugar to a small sauce pan and simmer over low heat for about 20 minutes, or until it reaches the thickness of maple syrup. Stir often. The glaze will coat the back of a spoon. Let cool. This can be made a day ahead of time.

3. Mix the Splenda and fresh cracked pepper together on a dish. Dip the salmon into the mixture and rub into the sugar mixture (only one side is needed).

Place the salmon, skin-side up, into a pan pre-heated coated pan with Canola oil and cook over medium heat for 4-6 minutes. The salmon will be golden and the Splenda will caramelize. Turn the salmon over and finish cooking for about 8 minutes. The salmon will be firm to the touch. Don’t keep turning the fish!
Turn the fire off and let the salmon rest for 2-3 minutes.

Place the salmon on your plate top with 1 tablespoon of salsa and a drizzle of the balsamic glaze.

HD Geeky Facts: Using just a bit of olive oil and making sure to preheat the pan are the two tips for a perfectly sauteed piece of fish. Also, remember to let the fish cook. Don’t keep flipping and moving it in the pan for at least 3-4 minutes, depending on how thick the fish is. This will give the fish a nice crust.

Get more helpful tips from Chef Robert in the newest episode of Taking Control of Your Diabetes online now.

Learn more about Chef Robert Lewis the Happy Diabetic here.

This Week…Dealing with a Diabetes Diagnosis – Don’t Freak Out

Being told you have type 2 diabetes can be scary and overwhelming – but it does not have to be. Dr. Steven Edelman welcomes Dr. Bill Polonsky to discuss his program “Don’t Freak Out,” which takes the guesswork out of managing your care and gives a clear plan of action to the newly diagnosed. Tune […]

Being told you have type 2 diabetes can be scary and overwhelming – but it does not have to be. Dr. Steven Edelman welcomes Dr. Bill Polonsky to discuss his program “Don’t Freak Out,” which takes the guesswork out of managing your care and gives a clear plan of action to the newly diagnosed.

Tune in for Taking Control of Your Diabetes: Dealing with a Diabetes Diagnosis – Don’t Freak Out . Or watch it online now!

Fit to Eat Tip – New Brown Bag Favorites

TCOYD’s resident nutrition expert Janice Baker has a helpful tip for eating smart and taking control of your diabetes – and your diet! With the new school year fast approaching, it is time to start stocking up on healthy brown bag lunch ideas for kids as well as adults. Here are some fresh ideas to […]

TCOYD’s resident nutrition expert Janice Baker has a helpful tip for eating smart and taking control of your diabetes – and your diet!

With the new school year fast approaching, it is time to start stocking up on healthy brown bag lunch ideas for kids as well as adults. Here are some fresh ideas to liven up any lunch box!

1. PB and J on whole wheat bread with fresh fruit and water
2. Lean ham, turkey or roast beef sandwich on rye with mustard, lettuce, tomato and a side of fresh veggies such as carrots, bell peppers, cucumber slices
3. Sandwich wrap on whole wheat tortilla with swiss cheese, lean turkey, fresh spinach, and avocado
4. Greek yogurt, slice of whole grain bread or crackers, fresh fruit and unsalted nuts (about ¼ cup)

Eat and live healthy, and make sure to watch the latest episode of TCOYD on UCSD-TV, “Using Social Media to Help Manage Your Diabetes.” Or watch it online now!

Janice Baker MBA, RD, CDE, CNSC is a registered dietitian, certifieddiabetes educator, and certified nutrition support clinician. Visit her online at Baker Nutrition.

Get Your Move On Tip – An Appetite for Apps

The latest episode of TCOYD, Using Social Media to Help Manage Your Diabetes, highlighted some great ways to augment your diabetes care online. Interested in more resources to help you on your journey? Here’s TCOYD’s resident fitness expert Michelle Day with a tip to keep your diabetes in check and your body fit. Fitness tips and a […]

The latest episode of TCOYD, Using Social Media to Help Manage Your Diabetes, highlighted some great ways to augment your diabetes care online. Interested in more resources to help you on your journey? Here’s TCOYD’s resident fitness expert Michelle Day with a tip to keep your diabetes in check and your body fit.

Fitness tips and a variety of exercise routines are literally available to you at your fingertips. Some of the apps I like to use on my smart phone are every.whereexercise, BodyFitness, menshealthworkout and womenshealthworkout. On my iPad I like using the FitnessClassApp. This app lets you download classes anywhere at anytime. I also frequently go to YouTube and keyword specific exercise forms such as Zumba, Yoga, Pilates, Resistance Tubes, Water Aerobics and Abdominal Workouts. Stay connected to get your workout on.

Get more tips from Michelle on the latest episode of Taking Control of Your Diabetes online now.