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Not only can you help prevent chronic diseases such as diabetes, pre-diabetes, high cholesterol and blood pressure, but you can manage and control it too.
Manage and Control: Almost anyone can manage, bring under control and avoid deadly complications of almost any disease condition such as Type 2 Diabetes, heart disease, COPD, high blood pressure and cholesterol […]
Each person who attends a physician visit or educational session to learn about diabetes management comes in with a different set of learning skills, styles, as well as their ability to accept and make quick changes in behavior. Many times, we as health care professionals tend to forget this and forge ahead with tons of information […]
Taking care of the skin and scalp you’re in matters even more when you have diabetes. People with diabetes are at higher risk for many skin complications. Following basic skin care tips helps you minimize those risks.
Metabolic syndrome may lead to a variety of health problems including diabetes. Improper diet, lifestyle habits and other risk factors may cause metabolic syndrome. Get the facts to avoid this health condition that can influence diabetes.
This week, I had a few more interesting questions as well as stories to share with all of you in hopes of making your lives easier and safer. Just remember, when you do have an appointment with your health care provider, no question is too silly! If the answer makes no sense ask the question in […]
People with diabetes use artificial sweeteners to enhance the flavor of food and beverages with no sugar and fewer calories. But is one artificial sweetener better than another? There are a variety of artificial sweeteners with their own unique qualities.
Goal setting with diabetes reduces your risk of developing serious health problems. Create a plan of action to develop healthier lifestyle habits. Self-management of diabetes is easier and more successful when you set clear goals.
Michael Pollan offers advice in his book “Food Rules: an Eater’s Manual” stating that “if it comes from a plant eat it, if it is made in a plant, do not.” This is an extremely powerful statement suggesting that all processed foods in bags or boxes will not offer you the high quality nutrition or satisfaction […]
People with diabetes have problems with insulin production and without enough insulin to move sugar into your cells; your muscles and organs become depleted of energy. This triggers intense hunger, which makes it almost impossible to stay on your diet.[1] Studies show that diet is the biggest problem cited by people with type 2 diabetes.[2] Consuming […]
Hypoglycemia is also known as low blood sugar. People with diabetes monitor their blood sugar levels to avoid this condition. From diabetic testing to using glucose tablets, there are ways to avoid hypoglycemia.