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Sweet Control: Keeping Blood Sugar in Check

Managing blood sugar is vital for preventing diabetes and related complications. Is Your Blood Sugar Too High? How Food, Sleep, and Exercise Can Affect It. - The New York Times (gift article) explores how lifestyle factors—diet, exercise, and sleep—affect glucose levels. Foods high in carbohydrates and sugar cause spikes, while balanced meals with protein, fat, and fiber help stabilize blood sugar. Exercise helps lower blood sugar, while stress and poor sleep can cause it to rise. Regular testing, especially for those with risk factors, is key. Medications like metformin or Ozempic are available for those struggling with lifestyle changes, though healthy habits remain the foundation of effective blood sugar control.

What Not to Say in Love’s Language

Things You Should Never Say to Your Partner - The New York Times (gift article) explores common phrases that may unintentionally escalate conflicts in romantic relationships. Phrases like “You alwa…