Well, I did it. I rode a metric century (100 km / 62 miles) for the 2013 Chicago Tour de Cure! That’s the longest distance I’ve ever ridden in a single ride. I also raised $5,291 for the ADA. That made me a Champion on a Mission. A big thank you to everyone who sponsored …
Category Archive: Diabetes
May 25 2013
Tour de Cure 2013: GOAL!
Well, I’ve achieved my goal for the 2013 Tour de Cure! Last year I raised $3500 for diabetes research & education … this year I initially set my goal a little higher than that … $4000. I quickly found out I have a group of very generous and supportive friends, family, & co-workers. My goal …
Jan 05 2013
Tour de Cure 2013!
Last years Tour de Cure was great! I rode 35 miles and raised $3500 for diabetes education & research. I also met some really great people and got involved in a cause that I can believe in. Riding in the Tour has multiple benefits for me … obviously raising money for diabetes research can only …
Jun 10 2012
Tour de Cure 2012 Followup
The ride is over and I did my 35 miles. I had a good time, got lots of exercise, met some interesting people … and got involved in a cause that both directly and indirectly effects me. I raised $3380 … which made me an “Ultimate Champion for Diabetes”. I got a fancy shmancy gold …
Mar 29 2012
Tour de Cure – Support Diabetes Research
I am participating in the American Diabetes Association’s annual Tour de Cure event this year. I am asking you to join me in the effort to Stop Diabetes by making a contribution to support my ride. The dollars we raise for the American Diabetes Association fund research, provide services, and give voice to those denied …
Jan 05 2012
A1C
As someone who has type 2 diabetes, tracking my blood glucose levels is very important. The problem is … tracking your glucose levels on a daily basis isn’t really enough … at least it’s not enough for me. Everyone who has diabetes should be getting their A1C tested on a periodic basis. The A1C value …
Apr 13 2011
Cinnamon & Diabetes
For those of us with Type 2 Diabetes (of which I was recently diagnosed), this article on the NIH’s web site might prove interesting. The conclusion was … The results of this study demonstrate that intake of 1, 3, or 6 g of cinnamon per day reduces serum glucose, triglyceride, LDL cholesterol, and total cholesterol …



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