Lesser of Two Evils: The Great Saturated and Trans Fats Debate
by DiabetesCare.net | Jul 20, 2015 | Health
Decisions, decisions. When it comes to making the proper food choices, there are so many things to consider. If only there was an app that not only counts calories for us, but also lets us know when we have reached our daily limit of the different food groups! Magic wand aside, it would still be up to us as informed individuals to set our own personal...
No Increased Heart Risks for DPP-4 inhibitors
by DiabetesCare.net | Jul 17, 2015 | Medicine Cabinet
Recently, there was a discussion surrounding the connection between dipeptidyl peptidase 4 (DPP-4) inhibitors and the risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD) or hospitalization for heart failure (HF). Such concerns could affect providers’ prescribing habits of this class of drugs in general and could change the face of diabetes treatment if the CVD...
Are You Getting Enough of the Sunshine Vitamin?
by DiabetesCare.net | Jul 14, 2015 | Health
Vitamin D, also known as the sunshine vitamin, is the most researched and talked about vitamin of our day. Most people are familiar with its role in building strong bones. However, researchers have uncovered vitamin D’s role in many other areas of health–making it even more important to be sure to have an adequate vitamin D level and intake. Studies...
Contemplations on a 40 Year Diaversary
by DiabetesCare.net | Jul 8, 2015 | Social Life
Saturday, June 20, marked 40 years since I was diagnosed with type 1. Last year, my dad gave me a file folder full of mementos from my early diabetes days. In the folder are the log sheets where the nurses–and then I–recorded my urine glucose and “acetone” results while I was in the hospital. The first day I had 3+ glucose and large ketones...
Embrace the Taste of Eating this Summer!
by DiabetesCare.net | Jul 6, 2015 | Food
Homegrown vegetables, local fruit, and grilling meat are welcomed favorites for most of us each summer. At the same time we spend more time outdoors gardening, beachcombing, swimming, camping, and more. Summer plans may also include picnics, wedding feasts, and family reunions with lots of family favorites meaning food and more food. Enjoying summer while...
