Disclosure: This post is part of the HEALTHY ESSENTIALS® 2014 program by Johnson & Johnson Consumer Companies, Inc. and The Motherhood, who sent me a box of products and compensated me for my time. Opinions, experiences and photos shared here are all my own, and I hope you enjoy them.
It seems like every family has an illness or medical issue that haunts them and for my family it is diabetes. Currently one in three American adults have pre-diabetes and are at risk for developing type 2 diabetes. Everyone above my mom’s generation in my family has diabetes and has also passed away. It is something that scares me both for myself and my mom. My grandma died in her late 50’s and she lived with us at the time. I honestly don’t even know too much about diabetes other than it sucks and can cause lots of ailments. According to the American Diabetes Associates, diabetes can affect ever part of the body. It affects people differently and is something that needs to be managed.
With November being Diabetes Awareness Month, Johnson & Johnson HEALTHY ESSENTIALS® has put together products that can help manage the effects of diabetes.
For plaque and gingivitis issues, you can keep your oral habits healthy and on track with LISTERINE® ULTRACLEAN® Dental Floss and LISTERINE® ULTRACLEAN® Mouthwash. They have clinically proven plaque and germ-killing power. Diabetes slows the body’s natural healing process and with nearly 50% of American adults suffering from various forms of gum disease (many unaware) it is important to have healthy oral care habits.
To moisturize skin, there is LUBRIDERM® Daily Moisture Fragrance-Free Lotion. It replenishes and moisturizes dry skin with its clean-feeling, non-greasy formula. It is clinically shown to moisture for 24 hours. I remember my grandma going through lotion like crazy as her skin was terribly dry.
According to the American Diabetes Associateio, diabetics can be at a higher risk for wound problems due to potential issues with reduced skin sensation, blood circulation and the body’s natural defense system. Wounds should be checked by a doctor and treated immediately because they can lead to infections. At home you can use BAND-AID® Brand Adhesive Bandages to keep wounds covered and NEOSPORIN® Original Ointment. NEOSPORIN® can actually provide 24 hours infection protection and may help minimize the appearance of scars.
To help reduce the intake of carbohydrates and calories, SPLENDA® No Calorie Sweetener can help people with diabetes control their blood sugar levels. SPLENDA® can be used almost anywhere sugar is used, including cooking and baking.
Whether you have diabetes, have a loved one with diabetes or you just want to take preventive measures, it is always good to have some products on mind. I love how Johnson & Johnson has created the HEALTHY ESSENTIALS® website which is full of great product information, coupons and offers, tips and tools and more.
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