Numbered Publications: FCS3
FCS3-620: Talking Turkey: Dinner is Served
Heather Norman-Burgdolf, Annhall Norris | Dec. 20, 2018 (New)
There are several ways to cook your turkey. One way is not necessarily better than the other. It depends on your preference. Traditionally, turkeys are baked in the oven. They can be baked in a roasting pan or an oven safe plastic bag. They can be cooked in a roaster oven, deep fried, or even cooked in the microwave.
FCS3-619: Talking Turkey: Prep and Safety
Heather Norman-Burgdolf | Dec. 19, 2018 (New)
For many, Thanksgiving dinner is the largest meal prepared all year. So much time and effort go into planning the meal. There are decorations, place settings, the side dishes, the guest list, and the turkey! It's easy to see how one could feel overwhelmed with preparing the turkey with so many other things to think about.
FCS3-546: Carbohydrate Counting
Ingrid Adams, Heather Norman-Burgdolf | Oct. 24, 2018 (Major Revision)
Carbohydrate (carb) counting is a way of keeping track of the amount of carbohydrates you get from the foods you eat. Carbohydrate counting can help you manage your blood glucose level.
FCS3-542: Diabetes and Hemoglobin A1C
Ingrid Adams, Heather Norman-Burgdolf | Oct. 24, 2018 (Minor Revision)
Diabetes is often called a "silent disease" because it can cause serious complications without symptoms. A person with diabetes may feel healthy and still have too high a level of blood glucose. It is important to know how well you are managing your blood glucose level.
FCS3-543: Diabetes and High Blood Pressure
Ingrid Adams, Heather Norman-Burgdolf | Oct. 24, 2018 (Minor Revision)
Two out of three adults living with diabetes also have high blood pressure. High blood pressure has no symptoms. It may be difficult to tell if your blood pressure is high. A person may have high blood pressure for years and not know it.
FCS3-539: Understanding Diabetes
Ingrid Adams | Sep. 7, 2018 (Reviewed)
Diabetes is a disease that affects 387 million people in the world, and this number is expected to double in the next 20 years. Approximately 46.3 percent of this population is undiagnosed. A diagnosis of diabetes is not a death sentence, but to remain in good health you must learn all you can about the disease and how to manage it.
FCS3-550: Diabetes and Footcare
Ingrid Adams | Sep. 7, 2018 (Reviewed)
When blood glucose stays high for a long time it can cause problems for your feet, heart, eyes and kidneys. The main goal for people with diabetes is to keep their blood glucose within the target range set by the doctor or healthcare team. People with diabetes tend to have more problems with their feet. Checking your feet every day can prevent serious foot problems.
FCS3-540: Managing Your Diabetes
Ingrid Adams | Sep. 7, 2018 (Reviewed)
Diabetes is a disease in which there is too much glucose in the blood. The main goal for a person with diabetes is to keep his or her blood glucose under control. Diabetes management means learning all you can about the disease, maintaining a healthy weight, checking blood glucose three or more times a day, exercising, and/or taking medication as prescribed.
FCS3-551: Monitoring Blood Glucose
Ingrid Adams | Sep. 7, 2018 (Reviewed)
Keeping your blood glucose level within the target range set by you and your doctor reduces the risk of diabetes complications. It is important to check your blood glucose regularly so you can see how certain foods, activities and medicine affect your blood glucose level.
FCS3-541: Physical Activities and Diabetes
Ingrid Adams | Sep. 7, 2018 (Reviewed)
Physical activity plays an important part in the life of a person with diabetes. Being physically active helps you control your blood glucose and blood pressure. Taking part in physical activity provides protection against heart disease and stroke.
