Author: Melissa Anne Bales

The Health Benefits of Nature

The Health Benefits of Nature

Jun 26, 2026 |

The world is filled with nature. Natural environments, ranging from forests and coastal areas to community parks, gardens, and even indoor spaces with plants, are an integral part of daily life....
Alcohol Use and Diabetes

Alcohol Use and Diabetes

Dec 13, 2024 |

For people with diabetes, alcohol consumption can impact blood sugar levels, leading to risks like hypoglycemia, hyperglycemia, and other complications. This article covers how alcohol interacts with diabetes, its effects on the body, and how to manage consumption safely, including tips for moderation and recognizing low blood sugar symptoms.

Growing Health

Growing Health

May 17, 2022 |

Gardening and health are intrinsically linked. In order to eat healthy, we must first grow healthy foods. Working in the yard or the garden can provide us with physical activity. And, of course, the...
Know Diabetes by Heart – En Español

Know Diabetes by Heart – En Español

Aug 31, 2021 | ,

For the English translation of this document, see Know Diabetes By Heart. ¿Sabe alguien quien tiene un diagnóstico de la diabetes o la hipertensión? ¿Sabe que la diabetes es relacionada a la salud...
The Diabetes Prevention Program

The Diabetes Prevention Program

Aug 17, 2021 |

Prediabetes is a growing problem in the United States. In South Carolina alone, 31.2 percent of adults have prediabetes. Having prediabetes, or blood sugar levels higher than normal, can put you at...
WalkSC

WalkSC

Aug 9, 2021 |

Do you want to get more active? Do you want to learn more about taking charge of your health? Do you want to learn about South Carolina along the way? Physical activity is crucial for maintaining a...
Goal Setting

Goal Setting

Mar 31, 2021 |

Learn about goal setting with practical tips and information.

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