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Type 1 diabetes isn’t something you can see up until now!

Announcing the new Nude Diabetes Advocacy Calendar called “T1D Exposed”, featuring some fabulous faces and amazing bodies totally exposed of men and women living with type 1 diabetes.

T1D Exposed is a collection of  tasteful nude portraits of people living with type 1 diabetes, embracing the changes it makes to their lives and bodies.

“I look at these photos and see the power and determination of men and women who are living with type 1 diabetes,” says Max ‘Mr. Divabetic’ Szadek.”They’re so inspiring! T1D Exposed’s at the top of my ”Favorite Things’ list for 2015.”

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There’s a portrait of newly diagnosed participant who has had diabetes 1.5 years as well as  a portrait who has lived with T1D for 62 years. All are proud of their journeys with type one and their determination to pursue their passions while living with T1D.

The calendars are $20, and all proceeds are donated to JDRF (jdrf.com), Carb DM (cabdm.org), and Diabetes Youth Families (dyf.org).

The mission of T1D Exposed is to spread awareness of type one and fundraising for cure research as well as psycho-social support
organizations.

T1D Exposed is about acknowledging and embracing the physical changes that T1D can have on the body, while showing gratitude for all that bodies can do with type one.

Please visit the website for more information:
http://www.T1DExposed.org

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Mr. Divabetic’s Favorite Things: Leona Lewis

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I don’t know about you but for us the best part of the finals of ‘X Factor’ and ‘The Voice’ were two already famous divas, Celine Dion and Leona Lewis.

Celine Dion never fails to disappoint. This songbird only knows how to soar. She belted out ‘Love Can Move Mountains’ like nobody’s business that we didn’t even notice her duet partner, the eventual winner (oops, what’s her name!???).

Leona Lewis appeared on the X Factor finale and sang her new Holiday song, ‘One More Sleep’ from her first Christmas album. This the moment we heard this ditty we can’t get it out of our head.

Leona Lewis won the British reality show The X Factor in 2006 with several impressive performances of Whitney Houston classics. ( Need a Diva? Check them out on YouTube)  Since her ‘big win’ she has gone on to an impressively successful career, fuelled by her TV fame, powerhouse pipes and fabulous looks.

Leona Lewis is inspired by ‘Austin Power’s on this retro Christmas album, a coy tribute to the 1963 classic ‘A Christmas Gift to You From Phil Spector.’ She sings three tunes from the Spector album — a swirling Christmas (Baby Please Come Home), the big-band Winter Wonderland and serene Silent Night — and co-writes three of her own, including the jubilant album opener and our current favorite, One More Sleep and the cheeky pop ditty Mr. Right. Her strong voice and natural pep make the whole thing pretty fun.

LISTEN NOW: Diabetes Roundtable Inspired by the Pointer Sisters http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2013/12/10/diabetes-roundtable-inspired-by-the-pointer-sisters

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Mr. Divabetic’s Favorite Things 2013

Join Us for Divabetic Club – Philadelphia!

Mr Divabetic’s Favorite Things

Join us  for the last Divabetic Club – Philadelphia, PA of 2013. This free and fabulous outreach event is presented from 12 -1 PM at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, PA.

Divabetic Club blends diabetes self-management education, group support with online empowerment tools in a way that enlightens participants and motivates them to improve their self-care management. Divabetic’s uniquely different outreach and online programming comforts, connects and empowers its community to“Glam More, Fear Less” so that no one has to struggle with diabetes alone or in silence. Regular attendees and professional facilitators often fondly refer to Divabetic Club as the “12 Step Program for women living with diabetes”.

In kind, we have developed our “Divabetic 9” Steps to help women on their journey from diagnosis to diva! All of the Divabetic 9 Steps relate to the American Association of Diabetes Educators (AADE) Self-Care Behaviors: Healthy Eating, Taking Medications, Monitoring, Reducing Risks, Problem Solving, Being Active and Healthy Coping.

Divabetic Club – Philadelphia is presented by a team of Thomas Jefferson University healthcare professionals and diabetes educators who provide expert advice on food, fitness and self-care management to encourage early action and prevention of diabetes health-related complications. The program is hosted by Mr. Divabetic and features guest speakers, food demonstrations, interactive panel discussions and more.

Divabetic Club – Philadelphia is presented on behalf of the American Diabetes Association (ADA), Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and Divabetic.

December 2013 12PM- 1PM

Jefferson Alumni Hall , First Floor Eakins Lounge

10th and Locust Streets

Philadelphia, PA 19107

FREE ADMISSION

LISTEN NOW: Diabetes Roundtable Inspired by the Pointer Sisters http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2013/12/10/diabetes-roundtable-inspired-by-the-pointer-sisters

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GREAT GIFT IDEAS: Mr. Divabetic’s Favorite Things 2013

Mr. Divabetic’s Favorite Things: Kelly Clarkson’s Wrapped In Red

Mr. Divabetic’s Favorite Things 2013

There’s no denying that we love, love, love holiday music. Two of our all-time favorite Christmas albums are Luther Vandross’ This Christmas and Mariah Carey’s first Christmas album, Merry Christmas (we actually own both of her Christmas albums. Currently, Mariah’s ‘All I Want For Christmas’ and Luther’s ‘Every Year, Every Christmas’ songs are  in constant rotation along with Darlene Love‘s Christmas (Baby, Please Come Home) and the Temptations ‘Silent Night’ on our i-Pod during the weeks leading up to Christmas. But that’s about to change thanks to Kelly Clarkson’s  new release Wrapped in Red.

The album’s song list ranges from a brassy ‘Run Run Rudolph’ to a ‘Oh Come, Oh Come Emmanuel’ and includes a few original songs such as ‘Underneath the Tree.’ The song, which Clarkson wrote with producer Greg Kurstin, is shaping up to be one of the most popular new Christmas songs since Mariah Carey introduced All I Want for Christmas Is You in 1994.

“The label kept pressuring us to make some hit classic song, and, we’re like, well, obviously, we’re going to try for that, but you never know,” Clarkson says. “I just wanted to make it something you could decorate the tree to or be shopping in the mall and hear – one of those fun songs that gets stuck in your head.”

Kelly Clarkson has a lot to forward to Christmas this year because her Christmas album, Wrapped in Red, has just been certified platinum, her holiday special, Kelly Clarkson’s Cautionary Christmas Music Tale, airs Wednesday (10 p.m. ET/PT, NBC), this will be her first Christmas married to Brandon Blackstock and she’s 12 weeks pregnant!

LISTEN NOW: Diabetes Roundtable Inspired by the Pointer Sisters http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2013/12/10/diabetes-roundtable-inspired-by-the-pointer-sisters

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Mr. Divabetic’s Favorite Things 2013

Mr Divabetic’s Favorite Things: MySugr Mobile App

On the recent Diabetes Roundtable podcast inspired by the Pointer Sisters, the happy healthcare host, Mr. Divabetic asked his guests to share their “Favorite Things” to keep them happy and healthy. Poet Lorraine Brooks said her favorite thing is the MySugr mobile phone app.

The MySugr Companion app lets people living with diabetes play with a “diabetes monster” every time they enter their data, so that the experience of monitoring your blood sugars, exercise, insulin and food — along with mood and behaviors — can be a little fun!

The MySugr app provides the tools to log all your health data, but makes that information actionable and aims to keep you engaged. Using the app can help you to modify your behavior and actually live healthier!

LISTEN NOW: Diabetes Roundtable Inspired by the Pointer Sisters http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2013/12/10/diabetes-roundtable-inspired-by-the-pointer-sisters

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Mr. Divabetic’s Favorite Things 2013

Mr. Divabetic’s Favorite Things: Martha Stewart’s Color Coded Cutlery

Martha Stewart’s Great Gift Ideas

Mr Divabetic’s colorful world famous ‘Fruit Suit’ inspired this year’s collection of great gift ideas for people living with diabetes. From the deep purple jewel tones of eggplant to the vibrant zesty yellow shades of melons, you’ll find all types of gadgets, books and gizmos to keep you happy and healthy this coming year.

We hope our rainbow colored Favorite Things List for 2012 inspires you to eat more fruits and vegetables.  Eating plenty of vegetables and fruits can help you ward off heart disease and stroke, control blood pressure, prevent some types of cancer, avoid a painful intestinal ailment called diverticulitis, and guard against cataract and macular degeneration, two common causes of vision loss. One of the healthiest eating habits you can foster in your family is to make vegetables the centerpiece of your holiday meals and let the other food groups accompany them.

Color your kitchen clean! Martha Stewart’s set of Color Coded Cutlery is great excuse to “play” in the kitchen   Four color-coded knives keep tabs on what you’re cutting to keep contamination out of the kitchen. Color code: green for vegetables, blue for fish, yellow for poultry and red for beef. Made with a nonstick resin coating, ergonomic handle with comfort grip and stainless steel blade, each knife brings a new level of confidence to your prep work. Lifetime warranty.

By preparing healthy meals with local ingredients, you’re doing something good for yourself and your family. Sale: $19.99. Available at Macys.com

TUNE IN: Free Diabetes Podcast Inspired by Anne Hathaway with guests: Neva White DNP, CRNP, CDE, Cheryl Marco CDE, Patricia Addie-Gentle RN, CDE, author Dr. Beverly S. Adler,  Mama Rose Marie and Lorraine from Long Island, NY living with diabetes

http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2012/12/11/diabetes-roundtable-inspired-by-anne-hathaway

Mr. Divabetic plays his nutrition game, Serve, Taste or Trash! in Central Park

The happy healthcare host, Mr. Divabetic rolls out the red tomato carpet at the 68th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York.

Experience Mr. Divabetic’s wellness with a wow programming in Tucson, AZ, Santa Clara, CA, Philadelphia, PA, Savannah, GA and Bethesda, MD in 2013. Get more details at www.divabetic.org 

Mr. Divabetic’s Favorite Things: Minx Nail Stickers

Mr Divabetic’s Favorite Things 2012

Mr Divabetic’s colorful world famous ‘Fruit Suit’ inspired this year’s collection of great gift ideas for people living with diabetes. From the deep purple jewel tones of eggplant to the vibrant zesty yellow shades of melons, you’ll find all types of gadgets, books and gizmos to keep you happy and healthy this coming year.

We hope our rainbow colored Favorite Things List for 2012 inspires you to eat more fruits and vegetables.  Eating plenty of vegetables and fruits can help you ward off heart disease and stroke, control blood pressure, prevent some types of cancer, avoid a painful intestinal ailment called diverticulitis, and guard against cataract and macular degeneration, two common causes of vision loss. One of the healthiest eating habits you can foster in your family is to make vegetables the centerpiece of your holiday meals and let the other food groups accompany them.

A little self-pampering can go a long way to helping you stay on track with your daily self-care. Since nail salon manicures create several health hazards for people with diabetes, we recommend nail polish strips as a quick, easy and safe nail pick-me-up alternative.  Printed decals give you trendy nail art without any drying time. Getting a patterned manicure has never been easier! Minx, a cult favorite manicure of celebs like Beyonce and Katy Perry, launched a dazzling array of nail stickers from cute florals, to glossy metallic finishes of their nail coatings. There’s something for everyone! The set comes with pedicure strips as well, so you can impart the ultra luxe finish from your tips to your toes. getting a patterned manicure has never been easier!

TUNE IN: Free Diabetes Podcast Inspired by Anne Hathaway  with guests: Neva White DNP, CRNP, CDE, Cheryl Marco CDE, Patricia Addie-Gentle RN, CDE, author Dr. Beverly S. Adler,  Mama Rose Marie and Lorraine from Long Island, NY living with diabetes

http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2012/12/11/diabetes-roundtable-inspired-by-anne-hathaway

Mr. Divabetic plays his nutrition game, Serve, Taste or Trash! in Central Park

The happy healthcare host, Mr. Divabetic rolls out the red tomato carpet at the 68th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York.

Experience Mr. Divabetic’s wellness with a wow programming in Tucson, AZ, Santa Clara, CA, Philadelphia, PA, Savannah, GA and Bethesda, MD in 2013. Get more details at www.divabetic.org 

Mr. Divabetic’s Favorite Things: Brookstone Water Bottle

Mr Divabetic’s Favorite Things

Mr Divabetic’s colorful world famous ‘Fruit Suit’ inspired this year’s collection of great gift ideas for people living with diabetes. From the deep purple jewel tones of eggplant to the vibrant zesty yellow shades of melons, you’ll find all types of gadgets, books and gizmos to keep you happy and healthy this coming year.

We hope our rainbow colored Favorite Things List for 2012 inspires you to eat more fruits and vegetables.  Eating plenty of vegetables and fruits can help you ward off heart disease and stroke, control blood pressure, prevent some types of cancer, avoid a painful intestinal ailment called diverticulitis, and guard against cataract and macular degeneration, two common causes of vision loss. One of the healthiest eating habits you can foster in your family is to make vegetables the centerpiece of your holiday meals and let the other food groups accompany them.

Brookstone Citrus Zinger Flavored Water Infusion Bottle 

NYC’s  Super Sized Soda Ban inspired us to look for a gift that can help you stay on track with your health goals when you’re feeling thirsty. It makes drinking water fun! Add zing to your water with a splash of citrus. Perfect for habitual water drinkers, the Citrus Zinger infuses the flavor of any citrus fruit directly into your bottle. It’s not only refreshing, it’s all natural. So zing away thirst with your favorite summer flavor–oranges, lemons, limes, Clementines and more. Without the cost or calories of commercial drinks!

As easy as slice, press, and drink. Your zinger includes a 27-ounce water bottle and everything needed to create zesty custom flavors. Just add fruit! You unscrew the bottom cup, flip the vessel onto the top cap, and press in a citrus half. Screw the cup back on…add water through the top cap opening…then shake and enjoy! Each Zing produces 1-2 servings, more than enough to refresh you at yoga class, the office or around town. $15.00 with shipping. Available at Brookstone.com

Mr. Divabetic plays his nutrition game, Serve, Taste or Trash! in Central Park

TUNE IN: Free Diabetes Podcast Inspired by Anne Hathaway  with guests: Neva White DNP, CRNP, CDE, Cheryl Marco CDE, Patricia Addie-Gentle RN, CDE, author Dr. Beverly S. Adler,  Mama Rose Marie and Lorraine from Long Island, NY living with diabetes

http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2012/12/11/diabetes-roundtable-inspired-by-anne-hathaway

The happy healthcare host, Mr. Divabetic rolls out the red tomato carpet at the 68th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York.

Experience Mr. Divabetic’s wellness with a wow programming in Tucson, AZ, Santa Clara, CA, Philadelphia, PA, Savannah, GA and Bethesda, MD in 2013. Get more details at www.divabetic.org 

Mr Divabetic’s Favorite Things: Mizuno Running Wave Riders

Mr Divabetic’s Favorite Things 2012

Mr Divabetic’s colorful world famous ‘Fruit Suit’ inspired this year’s collection of great gift ideas for people living with diabetes. From the deep purple jewel tones of eggplant to the vibrant zesty yellow shades of melons, you’ll find all types of gadgets, books and gizmos to keep you happy and healthy this coming year.

We hope our rainbow colored Favorite Things List for 2012 inspires you to eat more fruits and vegetables.  Eating plenty of vegetables and fruits can help you ward off heart disease and stroke, control blood pressure, prevent some types of cancer, avoid a painful intestinal ailment called diverticulitis, and guard against cataract and macular degeneration, two common causes of vision loss. One of the healthiest eating habits you can foster in your family is to make vegetables the centerpiece of your holiday meals and let the other food groups accompany them.

Experts agree that all you need is to walk 30 minutes daily to notice some health benefits of walking everyday. You can even divide the 30 minutes into shorter periods of at least 10 minutes each during the day.  When you add running segments to a walk, you can experience a sense of joy not bestowed by other life activities. Our favorite shoe to fit an active lifestyle is Mizuno Women’s Wave Rider 15 which offers simultaneous cushioning and stability. We picked these fashion-forward sneakers because “curvy girls” love them! Many say, Mizuno’s offer the right cushion and light weight. These shoes are so ‘perfect’ you’re sure to buy them again! $103.45 with free shipping. Available at Zappos.com

Mr. Divabetic plays his food game, Serve, Taste or Trash! at Central Farm Market in Bethesda, MD #servetastetrash

Mr. Divabetic trips, stumbles and falls on the red tomato carpet at the My Pink Tie Project to support breast cancer awareness  in New York.

TUNE IN: Free Diabetes Podcast Inspired by Chaka Khan celebrating National Diabetes Awareness Month with guests: Constance Brown-Riggs MSEd, RD, CDE, Pam Butler MS, CDE, Patricia Addie-Gentle RN, CDE, cookbook author Holly Clegg, Mama Rose Marie and Ginger Vieira, from Burlington, VT living with type 1 diabetes

http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2012/11/13/diabetes-roundtable-inspired-by-chaka-kahn

The happy healthcare host, Mr. Divabetic rolls out the red tomato carpet at the 68th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York.

Experience Mr. Divabetic’s wellness with a wow programming in Tucson, AZ, Santa Clara, CA, Philadelphia, PA, Savannah, GA and Bethesda, MD in 2013. Get more details at www.divabetic.org 

Mr Divabetic’s Favorite Things: Luther Vandross CD

great gifts for people living with diabetes

Mr Divabetic’s colorful world famous ‘Fruit Suit’ inspired this year’s collection of great gift ideas for people living with diabetes. From the deep purple jewel tones of eggplant to the vibrant zesty yellow shades of melons, you’ll find all types of gadgets, books and gizmos to keep you happy and healthy this coming year.

We hope our rainbow colored Favorite Things List for 2012 inspires you to eat more fruits and vegetables.  Eating plenty of vegetables and fruits can help you ward off heart disease and stroke, control blood pressure, prevent some types of cancer, avoid a painful intestinal ailment called diverticulitis, and guard against cataract and macular degeneration, two common causes of vision loss. One of the healthiest eating habits you can foster in your family is to make vegetables the centerpiece of your holiday meals and let the other food groups accompany them. #favoritethings

Mr. Divabetic’s Favorite Things: Luther Vandross The Classic Christmas Album

It’s probably no surprise to learn that one of Mr. Divabetic’s favorite albums is Luther Vandross’s ‘This Is Christmas’ album. The truth is that he listens to this CD all year round, not just at Christmas!

For the album,  Luther Vandross wrote no fewer than 7 of the 10 outstanding tracks which all demonstrate why Vandross is still considered the preeminent male vocalist of all-time. As on typical Vandross recordings, the production is crisp and strong and the vocals are flawless. Plus, the cream of musicians and background vocalists (including the inimitable Cissy Houston and Darlene Love, who is featured on the Motown-like duet “I Listen to the Bells”) make this a record you can play over and over again.  Our favorite standout is the soulful slow jam, ‘Every Year, Every Christmas’ co-written with Richard Marx.

This year, SONY Music puts even more polish on this holiday treasure with the addition of four new songs, such as a previously unreleased live duet on “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” with  Chaka Khan. Luther Fans rejoice! The Classic Christmas Album is the definitive collection of Luther Vandross holiday music. $6.99 mp3 album downloads. Available at Amazon.com

Mr. Divabetic plays his food game, Serve, Taste or Trash! at Central Farm Market in Bethesda, MD #servetastetrash

Mr. Divabetic trips, stumbles and falls on the red tomato carpet at the My Pink Tie Project to support breast cancer awareness  in New York.

TUNE IN: Free Diabetes Podcast Inspired by Chaka Khan celebrating National Diabetes Awareness Month with guests: Constance Brown-Riggs MSEd, RD, CDE, Pam Butler MS, CDE, Patricia Addie-Gentle RN, CDE, cookbook author Holly Clegg, Mama Rose Marie and Ginger Vieira, from Burlington, VT living with type 1 diabetes

http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divatalkradio1/2012/11/13/diabetes-roundtable-inspired-by-chaka-kahn

The happy healthcare host, Mr. Divabetic rolls out the red tomato carpet at the 68th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York.

Experience Mr. Divabetic’s wellness with a wow programming in Tucson, AZ, Santa Clara, CA, Philadelphia, PA, Savannah, GA and Bethesda, MD in 2013. Get more details at www.divabetic.org