I have recently shared a variety of nutritional hints and choices with my patients who were surprised to hear about these specific foods. Although this does not mean you may never choose these foods again consider eating less of them. I will try to offer reasons for my suggestions.
People with diabetes want to get the latest facts about their health condition. Knowledge is power, especially when it comes to the effective self-management of diabetes. Learn how to use the web to find the most accurate information about diabetes and how to spot inaccuracies.
More and more studies are being done that involve how one lives their life day to day, better known as lifestyle; since health care has become a nation-wide priority, more funds are being invested in these study topics.
I continue to try to keep you up to date with information that is current, pertains to people with diabetes and is what your health care provider should be reading.
GLP-1/DPP4 Medication Study
A current study being done at John’s Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland revealed a 2 fold increased risk of acute pancreatitis needing […]
Another week educating patients about their diabetes has made me realize that many of you may have the same questions and concerns about medications. This week, I met with multiple patients that decided to stop taking their medications for various reasons.
This article is part two in a series on American Heart Month. To catch up, please read part one.
Each year as the month of February approaches, we notice red or pink boxes of Valentine’s Day candy lining the stores in the shape of hearts. In conjunction, the American Heart Association has declared […]
Each year as the month of February approaches, we notice red or pink boxes of Valentine’s Day candy lining the stores in the shape of hearts. In conjunction, the American Heart Association has declared February ‘Heart Month’ to help people become more aware of the implications of heart disease.
The New Year has arrived and we hopefully survived the assorted gatherings, buffets and parties which may have promoted gaining a few of those unwanted pounds. Let’s explore how to deal with this situation.
I thought it would be a great time to share some recent interesting questions asked by patients in my diabetes practice. I enjoy the fact that they continue to think outside the box during their educational sessions; any question concerning your diabetes is considered appropriate and important.
Remember to keep searching until you get a reliable answer […]
The New Year is a great time to gain focus and take the best care of oneself by reducing possible complications associated with diabetes. According to the American Heart Association, even though rates of heart attack and stroke are falling each year due to better medical treatment, an increase of unhealthy habits will ultimately reduce the […]