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Many of us are always interested in learning and are on a constant search to find new products, medications, modalities, foods, vitamins or supplements to improve our health especially when we have diabetes.
Having diabetes may compromise your immune system and makes it harder to ward off other health issues. There are other factors that can compromise your immune system. Learn what you can do about conditions that blunt your immune system.
Spring is here and everyone is happy to see longer, warmer days. Garden parties and barbecues are a great way to celebrate the season. Enjoy the seasonal pleasures without guilt when you prepare an original springtime diabetes meal from appetizer to dessert.
Diabetes is a leading cause of vision loss and ongoing research is being done to help alleviate eye disease. Recently there have been new and exciting advances in diabetic eye disease. Learn more about these advances so you can discuss them with your health care team.
People with diabetes are more prone to developing skin conditions than those who do not have diabetes. In some instances, doctors report the presence of skin disorders prior to diagnosing diabetes. Discover 4 common spring and summer skin conditions with diabetes and what you can do about them.
This week, during diabetes education management sessions, I addressed some important topics concerning a patient which I think will be of interest to you. The first patient of the day was a 43-year old woman who presented with a 15-year history of diabetes type 2. She stated that she weighed 140 lbs (5’4″) at age 23 […]
An ongoing debate exists about which is healthier – omega-3 or omega-6 fatty acids. Both are ‘essential’ fats the body needs for a variety of functions. Consider the comparisons between omega 3’s versus omega 6’s and how they pertain to diabetes.
Often people worry about belly fat and how it may impact their overall health. But the belly fat you can see and feel might not be your biggest concern. Discover the difference between visceral fat and subcutaneous fat and why it really matters.
Smoking is a bad habit for everyone and it can make diabetes far worse. Because nicotine is addictive, it can be difficult to kick the habit. Discover some helpful methods to quit smoking when you have diabetes.
Most people have good or bad moods, depending on what is happening in their lives. When you have diabetes, it can have an impact on your mental and physical health. Discover how good and bad moods may affect your diabetes control.