Are you looking for a way to manage your diabetes and general health during the holiday season, without gaining weight and mismanaging your blood sugar? Diabetes educator and Destination Diabetes contributor Marci Sloane has the answers for you in her article, “Healthier Holiday Season Tips.” It’s as easy as taking the time to make the right food choices, some light exercise and managing food portions, and Marci provides simple tips for use in upcoming holiday parties.

And as you plan for these events, why not try out a new recipe to bring along? Holiday recipes don’t have to be something to avoid, and there are plenty of healthy alternatives to traditional fare like Easy Holiday Eggnog. With just a few ingredient substitutions, the calories, carbs and sugar go down in this take on the seasonal favorite, but the sweet, spicy taste of traditional egg nog does not!

And just a reminder that there’s only a few days left for American Diabetes Wholesale’s Healthy Holiday Sale, where every item, from glucose test strips to diabetic foot care products like the new Medport Telescoping Self Exam Foot Mirror, get an additional 5% off our every day low prices!

This week’s edition of the American Diabetes Wholesale newsletter features a piece by diabetic cookbook author Marlene Koch about something many families look forward to at holiday time – Christmas Day and New Year’s Day brunch! It’s a special time for families to get together and enjoy good fun and great food. However, like many holiday time meals, a person with diabetes faces challenges with the food choices. Marlene Koch provides some sensible alternatives to the staple foods of the holiday brunch so everyone can enjoy the event and not have to worry about making the wrong food choices.

Marlene also provides a great recipe for your holiday brunch, a diabetes friendly version of a morning favorite, Baked French Toast. With diabetic recipes like this and substituting eggnog for sugar free hot chocolate or sticking to lean meats, you’ll be sure to have a happy and healthy holiday brunch!

Don’t forget that American Diabetes Wholesale is still offering our special holiday sale, where every item in our store has an extra 5% off our every day low prices until the end of December! Save more this holiday season on all of your diabetic supply needs, including test strips, blood glucose monitors, insulin pump supplies and more!

Marlene Koch has provided some great nutrition tips during the past holiday seasons and now she is back with more tips for having a healthy diabetes friendly Thanksgiving meal. This week’s article features Marlene’s article, “You’ll Be Thankful For This Thanksgiving Feast” features useful tips for getting the most out of your Thanksgiving meal without the extra carbohydrates, fat and calories.

Marlene has some superb recipes that you can give your guests or bring along if someone else is hosting the Thanksgiving feast, ranging from starters to dessert:

• Homemade Ranch Dressing
• Classic Spinach Dip
• Two Way Cranberry Sauce
• Sweet Potatoes with Apple Cider Syrup
• Pumpkin Custard Cups
• Creamy Instant Pumpkin Mousse
• Paper Bag Apple Pie

Enjoy your Thanksgiving with Marlene’s great tips and recipes, and be sure to check out some diabetic sauces including Walden Farms Marinara Sauce and Walden Farms Creamy Italian Salad Dressing.

This week Marlene Koch is back with a very timely article for these tough financial times titled “10 Ways to Eat Well on Budget.” As many of us are trying to cut extra spending, one of the biggest expenses happens to be food. As you probably know, there is a temptation to save by eating plentiful yet starchy foods such as pasta and rice or cheap yet filling fast food. This poses a challenge to consuming a balanced nutrition every day, especially for those with diabetes. Marlene presents some great tips on how to continue to eat right…and spend right too!

Marlene also offers one of her great and healthy recipes by putting a new spin on an old homemade staple with Tuna Noodle Casserole. Make this old favorite better for you by using low-fat soup and cheese and partially substituting the amount of pasta with artichokes. It sounds like a great way to feed the family (and have enough for penny-saving leftovers) and cut the carbs and fat on this classic American dish.

If you are looking for some more healthy recipes or ideas for the dinner table or snack time, check out our selection of diabetic cookbooks, including Marlene Koch’s own 375 Sensational Splenda Recipes or Fantastic Food With Splenda by Marlene Koch.

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The American Diabetes Wholesale free newsletter offers an informative piece by diabetic cookbook author and nutritionist Marlene Koch. Continuing with the healthy heart theme this month, Marlene gives great advice in an article titled, “Deliciously Heart Smart.” In it, you will find the ways to love your heart by following the “heart smart plate” guidelines recommended by the American Heart Association and the American Diabetes Association. Find out more about keeping a healthy heart in conjunction with the diabetic lifestyle.

Marlene also contributed some heart-friendly recipes to help get you off to the right (and delicious) start! Salmon Packets with Tomato Basil Relish will make a great entrée for a family dinner, and end the meal with the tasty Deep Dark Hot Chocolate!

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Just a few weeks ago, we featured Marlene Koch’s article about how to approach the Thanksgiving holiday in a safe and healthy way…but the challenges of the holiday feasts aren’t quite over yet! This week’s edition of the American Diabetes Wholesale Newsletter features diabetes expert and educator, Marci Sloane, giving great advice on how to continue good habits and safe practices during the busy holiday season. Check out her article, “Healthier Holiday Tips” this week for more information.

Don’t forget about American Diabetes Wholesale’s gift to all of our customers – the Healthy Holidays Sitewide Savings! Every product in our store has an extra 5% off our already everyday low prices – that means you can save up to 65% off of retail prices until December 31, 2008! Don’t miss out on these great deals on a wide range of diabetic supplies such as diabetic test strips, glucose meters or insulin pump supplies. Or maybe you’re looking for a special gift for someone, such as a diabetic cookbook or maybe even our Happy Holidays Sugar Free Gift Stocking, chock full of tasty sugar free candies, available for a limited time.

If you are planning on getting one of these special items for the holidays, it’s important to remember that the holiday season is pretty hectic, so be sure to take a look at our suggested holiday season shipping estimates. It will help you plan ahead so those special gifts are sure to make it on time for the holidays! Feel free to contact our customer service department if you have any questions or special requests.

What holiday party is complete without that creamy seasonal favorite, egg nog? It’s a special treat, but it is not the best choice for someone with diabetes or with similar dietary needs. Check out the great new recipe, Easy Holiday Eggnog for a great tasting new take on the traditional favorite!

This week’s newsletter features a great article by cookbook author and diabetes nutrition expert, Marlene Koch, titled “Game Day Snacks – Fumble or Score?” It’s a timely article as the exciting sports seasons are getting underway, and many friends gather around the big screens to cheer their favorite teams on! Although these are great ways to spend time with friends and family, they often present a challenge to those who need to watch the types of foods they eat, especially people with diabetes. Marlene gives some great tips on how to manage healthy snacking, and even bringing your own gameday snacks that are sure to please the crowd (and keep you worry-free!)

Marlene also gives us two super recipes for these events! Mix up the spiciness of Buffalo Chicken Strips with the cool creamy taste of Bleu Cheese Dip, or maybe serve up a crunchy vegetable tray with Classic Spinach Dip!

In the spirit of the festive season, American Diabetes Wholesale is proud to bring you a special sweet ‘n spooky treat for your favorite trick or treater – the Halloween Tricks ‘n Treats Gift Basket! Loaded with sugar free goodies like Go-Lightly candies and Jelly Belly Sugar-Free Jelly Beans, it’s a great way to celebrate the fun of autumn in a healthy way!

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Do you have a diabetes educator that has made a great impact in your life? Diabetes Educators are the people that we turn to whenever a question arises that may not have a clear answer. This week’s newsletter is aimed at giving thanks to all of the educators that have inspired their patients to better control diabetes and live a healthy life.

Nominate your educator and they may have a chance to win a trip to sunny South Florida! They will have a 3 day / 2 night stay in the luxurious Boca Resort. Nominate your educator today!

This week’s product spotlight focuses on our top diabetes books. Want to learn more about diabetes? If so Diabetes for Dummies is the perfect book for you. This is a great book for people that have been recently diagnosed with diabetes. Diabetes Self Management Magazine a wonderful source for the most up-to-date news on diabetes. This magazine is sent bi-monthly to subscribers. Read about all of our popular diabetes books.

This week’s recipe will be sure to cause your mouth to water in anticipation! Learn how to make Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins, a treat that the whole family will enjoy. This recipe has 238 calories and 30 grams of carbs per serving. Learn how to make this week’s recipe!

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In this week’s newsletter, Jeanna Rhoulhac, CDE answers a series of questions regarding exercise. People with diabetes will benefit greatly from adding an exercise routine to their weekly regime. Benefits include reduced blood glucose levels, lower stress, increased energy, weight control, and a lower chance of developing cardiovascular diseases. Learn about different types of exercises, strategies, precautions, and more. Read the full article.

American Diabetes Wholesale will participate in the American Diabetes Association’s Annual Step Out Walk this coming Fall. Our team has already risen $1,500 and counting. You can help to create awareness about diabetes by donating to ADA Powerwalkers.

This week’s product spotlights are aimed to help jump-start your future exercise routine. Educate yourself! Choose from a variety of books from Rapaport Publishing to learn more about diabetes or how to prepare healthier meals. Once you have read about diabetes and spoken to your doctor about a workout routine, get the Omron Pocket Pedometer, HJ-112 to help keep track of how much steps and calories you burn. This device can be conveniently stored in your pocket, bag, and even on your belt. Now you can use the Omron Fat Loss Monitor with Scale HBF-400 to measure how much weight and body fat you have burned. Read more about our featured products.

Prepare a delicious meal that the whole family will enjoy. Learn how to create Stuffed Cabbage Rolls.

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Maintenance is a top priority for anyone with diabetes. In this week’s newsletter, Marci Sloane, MS, RD, LD/N, CDE gives 12 simple steps to making the most out your diabetes maintenance routine. Limiting your carbohydrate intake at each meal, testing your blood glucose levels, and meeting with a doctor / health advisor regularly are just a few ways to optimize your regime. Read the entire article.

This week’s featured products will aide you in your goal of better maintaining your diabetes. The EatSmart Nutrition Scale is a great tool for helping you to manage your nutritional intake. It has nearly 1000 foods in its memory, making it a perfect addition for your kitchen. Keeping snacks handy is a great way to avoid drops. The ExtendCrisps Baked Snacks are both healthy and taste great. Use Blood Glucose Monitors regularly and test your A1c levels every 3 months to stay ahead of your diabetes.

Enjoy the succulent taste of freshly made Maple-Cinnamon Swirl Coffee Cake. This recipe has 228 calories and 34 g of carbohydrates per serving. Read the full recipe…