During this week of diabetes educational sessions I have been answering some pertinent questions coming from patients like you. You may have read a version of this information before but each patient seems to put a different spin on the question. I am confident that you will all learn something new with each question which can […]
Overall diabetes control is based on the A1C which is an average of approximately 3 months worth of blood sugars that includes the extreme highs and lows. Let’s review what can happen to your body with highs and lows and how to treat them.
Some of us remember the evening TV doctor shows like Dr. Kildare with his awesome looks and great bed-side manner; he stayed by our side for at least 30 minutes and made us feel safe and secure. Others (me included) remember when the doctor made house calls including that very evening when your mom called and […]
Just when you figured out the difference between the “good” cholesterol (HDL) and “bad” cholesterol (LDL), British researchers have discovered there is another, more dangerous form of LDL cholesterol they are calling ‘ultra bad.’[1]
The research, headed by the British […]
I am constantly reading and researching information to find interesting things to write about for you but I keep coming back to conversations that I have had with actual patients as a great resource. We can give you important advice, as well as accurate protocols as health professionals, but if you are living with diabetes, you […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Since 1906, Dr. Scholl’s has been in the business of creating comfort for feet of men and women. They lead the way in foot wear technology and their name is the most trusted in the foot care industry. The diabetes and therapeutic socks look like regular socks used for dress, work or play, yet the support […]