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Adult Wellness Guidelines: Making Preventive Care a Priority
BCBSTX Connect Team
January 17, 2019
Start the New Year in good health by seeking preventive care. Preventive care is very important for everyone in your family. And the good news is you can receive most preventive care at no additional cost to you. Remember to ask Your Doctor...
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Members, Glucose Meters are Available to You
BCBSTX Connect Team
August 27, 2018
Living with diabetes can be a challenge. But maintaining close-to-normal levels of blood sugar has been shown to reduce the risk of diabetes-related problems. That’s why monitoring your blood sugar levels with a blood glucose meter is important...
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Holiday Baking with Brian Emmett
BCBSTX Connect Team
December 1, 2017
The holiday season features time-honored traditions, family recipes and — all too often — rich party foods that can fill you with excess calories, cholesterol and guilt. This year, enjoy delicious holiday fare that’s healthy, too. Whether you...
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Welcoming Baby!
BCBSTX Connect Team
November 20, 2017
Congratulations on the arrival of your baby! There is increased focus on eating healthy, getting appropriate exercise and having regular visits with your health care provider throughout the pregnancy. There are many things you can do to make sure...
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Downloadable Gift Tag
BCBSTX Connect Team
December 1, 2016
Here's a stocking stuffer idea for you: make a gift! Add the finishing touches with this printable gift tag! You'll get a package of all 4 gift tags: Pecan Cookie Bars Holiday Nut Jars Winter Skincare Baskets Algo Dulce Para Tu Paladar...
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How To Control Things That Make Your Asthma Worse
BCBSTX Connect Team
July 8, 2016
You can use this checklist to help you avoid your asthma triggers.
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Creating Your Asthma Action Plan
BCBSTX Connect Team
July 8, 2016
An Asthma Action Plan is an important part of managing asthma. This written plan should be developed with a doctor to help control asthma. The plan shows daily treatments and instructions for medication. The plan also offers instructions for what...
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An Alternative to Rice
BCBSTX Connect Team
December 30, 2015
If you’re looking for a healthy grain at your next dinner, consider this! Quinoa (pronounced KEEN-wah) is packed with about 8 grams of protein per cooked cup and is gluten free. This can be a great substitute to white rice for someone living with...
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Pick Protein Wisely!
BCBSTX Connect Team
December 23, 2015
You could use pounds of beef in your holiday lasagna, but if you’d like a healthier option, try using lean turkey meat. The American Diabetes Association lists turkey meat as one of the best food choices when picking a protein. About ¼ of your plate...
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Sugar! Oh, Honey Honey!
BCBSTX Connect Team
December 10, 2015
Keeping blood-sugar levels managed can be a big challenge, especially around the holidays. It’s nearly impossible to avoid sugar completely but that’s also not necessary. If you make a conscious effort to bake sweets with less sugar or sugar substitutes...
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Oodles of Noodles?
BCBSTX Connect Team
December 7, 2015
Do you usually fill your plate with loads-a pasta? Think about this: according to the American Diabetes Association , starchy foods can be part of a healthy meal plan, but portion size is key. If you or someone you know is living with diabetes—then...
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Soda or Mineral Water?
BCBSTX Connect Team
December 1, 2015
Doesn’t a fizzy drink sound refreshing? Before you grab one, remember that if you choose soda, you could be drinking 10 teaspoons of sugar or more, depending on your serving. For anyone looking to keep their blood-sugar levels under control, it...
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Beat portion distortion
BCBSTX Connect Team
November 24, 2015
It’s a common mistake to think overflowing Thanksgiving plates are a norm, but we don’t normally eat like this the rest of the year, so why do we think it’s ok to do it in November? The truth is—your body doesn’t need that much food! In fact, your...
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Sleep and Good Health
BCBSTX Connect Team
November 23, 2015
How many hours do you sleep at night? Research shows that inadequate sleep can increase the risk of a number of chronic diseases, including heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes and depression. Get practical tips on how to get more sleep...
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Don’t Take Short-cuts on Your Health
BCBSTX Connect Team
November 18, 2015
The rush of the holidays can catch us off guard and we can end up cutting corners wherever possible. When it comes to our health, however–taking shortcuts is the last thing you want to do. Take “minute potatoes” for example. Not only is the list...
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