Diabetes Newsletters

Nov 18, 2022

Holiday Shopping Season – Kicking off Right!

By ADW|2024-01-17T15:07:33-05:00Updated: November 18th, 2022|General Information, Newsletters|0 Comments

Although internet shopping has grown tremendously in the last few years, there is still a large interest in physically hitting the stores and malls on Black Friday, which occurs annually the day after Thanksgiving, this year on Friday November 25th, 2022. The traditional holiday shopping season usually begins the day after Thanksgiving and ends on Christmas […]

Apr 18, 2019

Fabulous Springtime Food Choices For People With Diabetes

By Roberta Kleinman|2019-04-18T15:49:09-04:00Updated: April 18th, 2019|Diet & Nutrition, Newsletters|4 Comments

Healthful meal planning is one of the main priorities for diabetes control. You need to understand the basics of a diabetes food plan since there is no one specific "diabetes diet." No health professional will give you a "tear off diet sheet" for eating with diabetes. If they do, find another reputable source for diabetes nutritional information.

Apr 12, 2019

Atrial Fibrillation, Diagnosis & Treatments in People With Diabetes

By Roberta Kleinman|2019-04-12T15:00:13-04:00Updated: April 12th, 2019|Health & Wellness, Heart Connection, Newsletters|1 Comment

I recently educated a middle-aged male patient with diabetes during diabetes management sessions who was suffering from a cardiac issue of which he had no understanding. This poor patient was “in the dark” about what was happening to his heart and he felt too intimidated to ask the real important questions. His diabetes had been diagnosed […]

Apr 11, 2019

Basics on Vitamins & Supplements

By Roberta Kleinman|2019-04-11T15:01:41-04:00Updated: April 11th, 2019|Diet & Nutrition, Newsletters, Vitamins & Supplements|10 Comments

According to the CDC, over 50% of American adults continue to take vitamins and supplements, even though multiple studies suggest they are often “unnecessary or harmful”. A study by The Atlantic, published in 2013, showed that supplements “may shorten your life span”. Women tend to purchase and take supplements more than men. The studies keep changing, […]

Mar 29, 2019

ER, Clinic or Urgent Care – Which One is Best?

By Roberta Kleinman|2019-03-29T13:36:12-04:00Updated: March 29th, 2019|Complications, General Information, Newsletters|4 Comments

A few years ago, on a four-day weekend, we were lucky enough to head down to the Florida Keys for a little rest and relaxation. After arriving late at night, we planned our next day events which included plenty of water activities and sunshine. Unfortunately, I woke up with left-sided facial swelling accompanied by severe pain […]

Aug 9, 2018

Seasonal Disasters and Diabetes Management

By Roberta Kleinman|2024-01-04T12:31:11-05:00Updated: August 9th, 2018|Diabetes Management, General Information, Newsletters|0 Comments

Whether dealing with a hurricane, tornado, earthquake, ice storm/blizzard, volcano, wild fire or other disastrous event can be stressful for the average person. A natural disaster may affect your shelter, food supply, power supply, or road closures. When you toss diabetes into the mix, it can make it even more complicated.

Any natural disaster can have a […]

Aug 2, 2018

Top 10 Health Numbers that Matter to You

By Roberta Kleinman|2023-09-20T15:49:56-04:00Updated: August 2nd, 2018|Diabetes Management, Diet & Nutrition, General Information, Health & Wellness, Newsletters|0 Comments

Various numbers are thrown around when it comes to your health, whether it is at your physician’s office, at the gym or in the department store. Certain numbers have more meaning than others and can really give you some indication of your overall health.

It is important not to obsess about the values but learn what they […]

Jul 3, 2018

Outdoor Grilling, Picnic’s and Summer Fun with Diabetes

By Roberta Kleinman|2018-07-03T08:33:13-04:00Updated: July 3rd, 2018|Diabetes Management, Diet & Nutrition, Health & Wellness, Newsletters|0 Comments

Summertime is now in full swing and you should be enjoying the rewarding and exciting experiences of the season. Some of the favorite activities discussed by our diabetes management patients are the outdoor Grilling, BBQ or a lazy afternoon picnic at the park or beach with friends or at a family reunion. Having diabetes or another chronic condition should make you think more about proper planning.

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