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How to enjoy the holidays with diabetes.

The holiday season is a wonderful time of year, but for some, it can present challenges related to glucose control, especially when visiting friends and family. The good news is your patients do not need to sacrifice glucose control to partake in the festivities. The key is to plan ahead! During this time of year, your patients may be traveling to visit friends and family and are likely enjoying their favorite holiday treats. To help your patients maintain glucose control, it may help if you suggest a few of the following simple tips (American Diabetes Association, 2014; Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2013; Eating Well, 2014):