Blood Sugar

November 23, 2022

If you or someone you know has diabetes, there can be some confusion around how to eat carbohydrates, so they are beneficial and what "net carbs" are. Read on to learn more about net carbs and what you need to know with diabetes.

November 08, 2022

The holidays are just around the corner, and, for many people, that means more desserts, candy, sweetened drinks, and party food. Studies show that sugar does more harm than good to the human body.

August 01, 2022

High cholesterol has traditionally been associated with total fat intake, but recent research shows that the culprit behind elevated cholesterol and triglycerides may be sugar.

June 22, 2022

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Consuming enough fiber helps to reduce the risk of heart disease as it helps to pull low-density lipoprotein (LDL) out of the arteries.

May 19, 2022

Between 4 to 10% of women of reproductive age have polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), making it one of the most common metabolic and reproductive disorders for women in this age group.

April 21, 2022

Turmeric has been around for millennia, but it has recently gathered attention with its reported medicinal properties. Should you consider adding it to your healthy diet regimen?

February 15, 2022

You may have heard of simple and complex carbohydrates, but figuring out what sugars are in your food can be anything but simple.

December 14, 2021

Diabetes can lead to complications such as heart disease, stroke, blindness, kidney failure, lower-limb infection, injury, or even amputation. Lower-limb infection, injury, or amputation can be prevented by properly caring for your feet.

October 18, 2021

Diabetes is a chronic health condition affecting more than 34 million people in the U.S. Semglee is a new once-daily injection to treat diabetes.

October 07, 2021

Having blood sugar that’s too high or low, a common issue for diabetic patients is a problem many are unfamiliar with. Learn to recognize the warning signs and understand what to do.

September 08, 2021

Many people with prediabetes will be diagnosed with type 2 diabetes within 10 years. Fortunately, diet and lifestyle changes can greatly reduce your chances of developing diabetes.

August 23, 2021

If you’re like most diabetic patients, you're likely testing your blood sugar more than once a day. Continuous glucose monitors (CGM) may help you get away from the tedious and slightly painful lancet sticks.

July 28, 2021

Maintaining a healthy lifestyle and managing your weight can help keep your blood glucose at a healthy level, helping prevent diabetes and its complications.

July 23, 2021

Did you know that 42% of American adults are obese? Obesity, or weighing more than what is considered healthy for a given height, is one of today’s most common health issues. Learn more about medications that can help.

July 21, 2021

While there is a lot of debate about what constitutes a healthy diet, you can improve your health by following a few simple rules.

June 29, 2021

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), diabetes ranks in the top 10 causes of death worldwide, with an estimated 1.5 million deaths.

February 26, 2021

Intermittent fasting (IF), despite it being around for hundreds of years, is gaining more attention in the weight loss and medical world today.

February 19, 2021

February is American Heart Month and a good time to start incorporating heart care into your self-care habits and routines. Learn what you can do to help keep your heart healthy and prevent heart disease.

February 11, 2021

Celebrate love this Valentine’s Day by showing your heart some love, too. Here’s what your heart would eat for dinner if this hard-working romance machine could set the menu.

December 10, 2020

While it may be tempting to turn to comfort foods during periods of depression or anxiety, eating a diet high in beneficial nutrients has been linked to better mental well-being.

November 30, 2020

Toujeo and Tresiba are both long-acting insulin injections. Read on to learn more about the differences of these two insulins that act like your body’s own insulin.

November 23, 2020

Diabetic eye disease is a collection of eye problems that occur as a complication of diabetes. Diabetic eye disease is a result of damaged blood vessels in the eyes.

November 12, 2020

Regardless of your age or the severity of any risk factors, it's never too late to make healthy changes that can improve your blood sugar levels.

April 23, 2020

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Trijardy XR in January 2020 for lowering blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes. This new medication combines the effects of three antidiabetic drugs to simplify your treatment plan and help you achieve your target blood sugar level.