Jun 15, 2012

2 Main Causes of Insulin Resistance

By ADW|2014-06-05T14:46:54-04:00Updated: June 15th, 2012|Diabetes Management|0 Comments

Insulin resistance refers to a state that occurs when people have pre-diabetes or diabetes type 2. The brain triggers the pancreas to release insulin after eating foods containing carbohydrates. The carbohydrates are broken down into sugar and due to insulin resistance they are unable to enter the cells of the muscle, fat, brain or liver. The […]

Jun 12, 2012

Basic Sick Day Management

By ADW|2017-10-18T15:11:34-04:00Updated: June 12th, 2012|Diabetes Management|0 Comments

For people with diabetes, a sick day goes beyond congestion and coughing. Having a flu, infection, vomiting, diarrhea or nausea can possibly increase blood sugar. It is essential to test blood sugar more frequently when you are sick and follow some basic guidelines.

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Jun 8, 2012

Helpful Tips for Diabetic Neuropathy

By ADW|2024-08-06T14:48:01-04:00Updated: June 8th, 2012|Diabetes Management|0 Comments

Neuropathy or nerve damage can be caused by many different illnesses but one of the leading reasons is diabetes. Neuropathy in the legs and feet is a diabetes complication that results from having your blood sugars and A1C stay out of control for a long period of time; when blood sugars are highly elevated it can […]

Jun 1, 2012

ADW Interviews Samantha Heller, MS, RD, CDN

By ADW|2017-06-27T15:19:43-04:00Updated: June 1st, 2012|ADW in the News, Health & Wellness|0 Comments

Samantha Heller, MS, RD, CDNAmerican Diabetes Wholesale recently had the opportunity to speak with talk show host and registered dietician Samantha Heller, MS, RD, CDN. Heller is part of the team working on the ‘Blood Sugar Basics’ campaign that is designed to offer education and instruction on how a person with […]

May 30, 2012

Bones, Joints & Diabetes

By ADW|2024-08-06T14:24:51-04:00Updated: May 30th, 2012|Diabetes Management|0 Comments

Changes in your musculoskeletal system can be caused by diabetes. Your bones, joints, tendons, ligaments and muscles might be affected. It is essential to watch for symptoms involving your feet, fingers, wrists, hands, shoulders, spine or neck.

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May 22, 2012

Barley and Apple Pilaf

By ADW|2017-01-11T10:23:43-05:00Updated: May 22nd, 2012|Rice|0 Comments

Barley and Apple Pilaf is a great variation on the typical rice pilaf, and the fruit helps to make it a main course kids will enjoy. For protein, you can add some pine nuts or peanuts, or for meat-eaters, add some diced cooked chicken.

Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup […]
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