In this episode of Diabetes Day by Day , family physician Dr. Neil Skolnik and pharmacist Dr. Sara Wettergreen team up with behavioral health specialist Aaron Sutton to tackle the psychological and practical hurdles of holiday eating, socializing, and stress for people with diabetes. They review data-driven strategies for carb counting at mixed meals, timing medications around irregular schedules, managing alcohol and sweets without guilt, and maintaining exercise routines amid travel and festivities.
T he trio also addresses caregiver roles, family dynamics around food, and techniques to combat emotional eating or “holiday burnout,” emphasizing proactive planning and self-compassion over perfectionism . Tune in as Drs. Skolnik, Wettergreen , and Sutton share practical holiday hacks to keep glucose steady and enjoyment high for your diabetes patients. To access Podcasts Click Here…
