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Heather's Vibrant Lifestyle with Borderline Diabetes
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Heather's Vibrant Lifestyle with Borderline Diabetes

Community champion Heather discusses her experiences with borderline diabetes, her love for summer, family gatherings, and her strategies for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. She emphasizes the importance of a positive attitude, intermittent fasting, and staying active through gardening and walking. Heather also shares her culinary adventures, from traditional British breakfasts to Caribbean dishes, and the importance of adapting to seasonal changes while managing diabetes.


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