7 Things Not to Say to Someone With Diabetes

Understand the misconceptions to show your support for those living with this chronic illness. For the more than 29 million Americans who have diabetes, living with the disease is challenge enough. However, awkward, ill-informed or insensitive remarks can add to the difficulties faced. To address misconceptions, it’s important to know what not to say to someone with diabetes. People living with diabetes have to think about what they eat for every meal and snack. However, there is no such thing as the “diabetes diet.” A well-balanced diet is recommended for everyone, not just for people with diabetes.

The Top 8 Dieting Myths (Infographic)

If you’re ready to jump off the not-so-fun merry-go-round of conventional but ineffective dieting, you might be relieved to learn that weight loss isn’t impossible. It’s simply unlikely when you follow the loudly touted dieting myths that lead so many astray. Here are the top eight that you need to dismiss from your weight loss strategy.

Read this short infographic.