Since the holiday season has ended, I have been counseling diabetes patients who are unhappy with their seasonal weight gain along with elevated A1C values and uncontrolled daily blood sugars. Many of their physicians have “threatened them with insulin” unless they give “diet and exercise” a real try. Some patients just rather take the medication then […]
The risk of heart disease and stroke are nearly twice as high in people with diabetes. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in people who have type 2 diabetes. Discover the link between heart disease, stroke, and diabetes as well as ways to avoid cardiovascular problems.
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From fall leaves to spring pollen, allergies can strike during any season. People might be allergic to dust, pollen, animals, certain foods and other common environmental elements. Because people with diabetes are particularly vulnerable to allergies, it is essential to discover how to minimize the symptoms.
The American Academy of Allergy, […]
Most of the rest of the country was in a deep cold snap, but they are much more prepared for the cold weather than those of us in Florida. […]
We generally request a 4-6 week follow-up appointment after the initial diabetes management 1-on-1 consultation to help patients stay focused and on track. Since it is mid-December we tried to have the patients return in late January for that next visit. […]
Getting sick during the winter months tends to happen more frequently – especially when you have a chronic illness like diabetes. Windows are closed, people stay indoors and germs seem to linger. […]
The enticing words restaurants use in menus and advertisements could be sabotaging your diabetes management diet. These mouthwatering terms may conceal foods containing sugar, fat, salt, and carbohydrates your body doesn’t need. […]
We all know that exercise is important for everyone, and people with diabetes are no exception to that rule. Exercise helps control weight, regulates blood sugar levels, and improves circulation. […]
The glycemic index (GI) is a system to help people with diabetes determine some of the right foods to eat. It calculates the effect of carbohydrates on the body and how long the food will supply sugar to the bloodstream. One goal […]