Drive past the Drive-By and Cook This Instead

Cilantro Lime Roasted Chicken

Ingredients

Cooking spray
2½ pound whole chicken, cut into 8 pieces
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1 lime, zested and juiced
1 tablespoon honey
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon salt (optional)

Directions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Coat a baking dish with cooking spray.

Remove the skin from the chicken and arrange in a single layer in the baking pan.

In a small bowl, whisk together the cilantro, lime zest, lime juice, honey, garlic, ground black pepper and salt (optional). Pour the mixture evenly over the chicken and bake for 45-50 minutes or until the internal temperature of the largest piece of chicken is 165 degrees

– See more at: http://www.diabetes.org/mfa-recipes/log-in/recipes-for-healthy-living.html?loc=bb-dorg#sthash.MpKQdJe0.dpuf

 

Are You a Procrastinator?

Webster’s Dictionary defines procrastination as the practice of carrying out less urgent tasks in preference to more urgent ones, or doing more pleasurable things in place of less pleasurable ones, and thus putting off impending tasks to a later time, sometimes to the “last minute” before a deadline.

If we are honest, all of us procrastinate to some degree. Here are some tips to get yourself going on a project you’ve been putting off.

1. You may be over estimating how much work the task will actually take and once your start it…you will usually keep going.

2. Aim for a goal. Give yourself a small treat if you finish the project before a set time.
3. Be accountable. Tell someone to check on your progress. Being held accountable could give you the motivation you need to jump in and finish!
4. Work on one task at a time. Avoid all distractions until you are finished the project you are working on.

2nd Annual Continuing Diabetes Education Conference

The Louisiana office is hosting our second annual continuing education conference on Saturday, September 26 at Xavier University in New Orleans. This conference targets nurses, pharmacists, dietitians and health care professionals with an interest in patients with diabetes. Diabetes and Endocrine Disorders for the Generalist and Specialist will be offering seven CEU credits for attendance. The program schedule and list of presenters, as well as registration information, is available on the website – www.professional.diabetes.org/louisiana. Register today before a price jump on September 1!

Chicken Nacho Casserole

Who said you can’t have “nachos” with diabetes? Try this healthy version that has all the flavor of traditional nachos without all of the extra fat and carbs.

http://www.diabetes.org/mfa-recipes/recipes/2015-04-chicken-nacho-casserole.html

 

Speaking of Exercise…

We’ve made it to easier than ever to take part in this year’s Step Out: Walk to Stop Diabetes in Audubon Park on November 14, 2015!

The American Diabetes Association has online tools and tips to help you put together a team. Teams come in all sizes and from different backgrounds. Whether you gather your friends, family, coworkers, or classmates, you can team up to Stop Diabetes! Just visit diabetes.org/stepoutnola or call our Manager of Peer-to-Peer Fundraising & Strategy, Candace Cargo, she would love to speak with you about starting a team…reach her at 888-234-2383 ext. 6075.

What type of exercise is best for you?

We all know that we should be exercising on a regular basis but often fall short. One way to increase success is to target your exercise program to activities that you naturally enjoy. Exercise and physical activity fall into four basic categories—endurance, strength, balance, and flexibility. An added bonus is that they all have crossover benefits.

Endurance

Endurance, or aerobic, activities increase your breathing and heart rate. Building your endurance increases your energy throughout the day.

Brisk walking or jogging

Biking

Dancing

Strength

Strength exercises or resistance training make your muscles stronger. Even small increases in strength can make a big difference.

Weight Lifting

Resistance Band Training

Using your own body weight

Balance

Balance exercises benefit your neuromuscular coordination. They help improve the communication between your brain and muscles leading to better coordination, athletic skill and posture.

Standing on one foot

Balance Ball workout

Tai Chi

Flexibility

Flexibility exercises stretch your muscles and can help your body stay limber. Being flexible gives you more freedom of movement in your everyday activities.

Shoulder and upper arm stretch

Calf stretch

Yoga