’Tis the season when we celebrate holiday traditions and create lasting memories with family and friends. This year, social gatherings are especially meaningful following the separation we experienced due to COVID-19 last year. How wonderful it will be to enjoy festive meals and visits with vaccinated folks who live near and far. However, multiple celebrations, hurried schedules, and endless food choices during the holidays have the potential to wreak havoc on your daily diabetes management.
No worries! Here are five tips and strategies to boost your meal-planning confidence during the busy holiday season.
1. Figure out your menu in advance.
While it’s not always possible (or realistic) to create your entire menu ahead of time, it can be helpful to