by optimizenetz | Aug 23, 2014 | Exercise
The 2011 ACSM guidelines for physical activity to prevent weight gain and improve cardiovascular health is 30 minutes of moderate intensity activity 5x/week or 20 minutes vigorous intensity activity for 3x/week. (1) For weight loss, the amount of time needed is even...
by optimizenetz | Aug 22, 2014 | Nutrition
The glycemic index (GI) has always been surrounded by controversy within the U.S., whether it is included with nutrition guidelines for diabetes or weight loss recommendations. However, recent research is showing that there certainly is a place for its use and...
by optimizenetz | Aug 21, 2014 | Advocacy
One of the subjects I would like to discuss is diabetes legislation currently in the pipeline. These are pieces of pending legislation that will impact everyone affected by diabetes in one way or another. Most of the bills I will talk about are still in the House of...
by optimizenetz | Aug 8, 2014 | Advocacy
The years leading up to college include taking major exams, which influence students’ college choices. Of course, this can lead to stress and blood glucose fluctuations.Therefore, when preparing for college board exams, families of students with diabetes need to...
