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Local partnership brings life-changing diabetes education to Alma residents

Published on May 12, 2025
MSU Extension and the Lions Club partner to help a group of Gratiot County residents gain the tools and confidence they need to manage their health.
Create a healthy plate for diabetes

Published on March 20, 2025
The Diabetes Plate Method is a healthy eating tool that helps diabetics manage their blood glucose levels by monitoring what they eat.
Exploring diabetes: Part three – Managing diabetes

Published on October 12, 2023
Find out how diet, exercise, medication and working with your healthcare team can help you, or someone you love, live longer and reduce the risks of some of the complications associated with diabetes.
Exploring diabetes: Part two – Dispelling myths and misconceptions

Published on June 21, 2023
There are many myths associated with diabetes that make it difficult for people to understand some of the realities of this disease.
Exploring diabetes: Part one – What is diabetes?

Published on March 28, 2023
Learn more about the health effects of diabetes, as well as the three different types of diabetes and the symptoms associated with this disease.
Meat consumption and your risk of diabetes

Published on December 12, 2022
Cooking meat properly, along with substituting other proteins, can help to reduce your risk of type 2 diabetes.
Diabetes meal plans include favorite foods

Published on December 12, 2022
The plate method makes it easy to plan and eat healthy.
Make a plan to deal with chronic pain

Published on November 18, 2022
Combining therapies can help you live well with chronic pain.
Learn how to slash your salt intake

Published on November 18, 2022
Americans consume too much salt, which can negatively affect their health.
Living well with diabetes during summer celebrations

Published on June 21, 2022
Summer activities often include food. Sticking to your diabetes meal plan when everyone around you seems to be splurging is key to staying healthy with diabetes.