Statins: Risk Vs. Reward
Dr. Sam Grossman looks at statin use in people at risk for diabetes and discusses the risks versus the benefits.
Getting Started with Glucose Monitoring
We are beginning a short “Newly Diagnosed” series that is aimed at helping people just diagnosed with type 2 diabetes to gain some valuable information to help them with their management. In this first article, Amy Hess-Fischl discusses glucose monitoring.
Gluten: To Eat or Not to Eat?
Amy Hess-Fischl discusses if this type of diet is beneficial for those who do not have celiac disease.
Is Stress a Critical Factor in Diabetes?
Undue stress can be especially damaging for people with diabetes. Here is an explanation of how it does, how to identify it, and strategies to alleviate it.
Healthy Grab-and-Go Foods to Keep on Hand
Everyone has those moments where they are pressed for time, so good food choices get put to the back in terms of priorities. Here are some examples of healthy foods that are easy to make or take with you when you are on the go.
7 Tips on Safety and Adherence to Medication on Vacation
Poor adherence to medical treatment is widespread and well recognized. Here are seven tips to help you adhere to your proper medication usage while on vacation.
Lesser of Two Evils: The Great Saturated and Trans Fats Debate
There has been a lot of confusion surrounding the two different types of fats, so here is some information defining what they are and some recommendations on how much people should eat.
No Increased Heart Risks for DPP-4 inhibitors
According to a study that was published in the New England Journal of Medicine, this class of drugs did not increase the risk for cardiovascular events, which was previously discussed and a concern in the medical community.
Are You Getting Enough of the Sunshine Vitamin?
More studies are showing that getting enough vitamin D may be helpful in lowering the risk for type 2 diabetes, and help those who already have the disease. Certified diabetes educator Viola Holmes discusses why it is a good idea to get your vitamin D levels checked, how to do so, and the variety of sources it comes from.
Contemplations on a 40 Year Diaversary
Certified diabetes educator Jane Dickinson talks about the marking of her 40th year with diabetes with both remembrances, some poignancy, and most important still maintaining hope.
Embrace the Taste of Eating this Summer!
For people with diabetes, the summer can bring some eating challenges. Certified diabetes educator Debbie Berg offers some meal planning ideas to help people enjoy food during this time of year.
Planning a Healthy Family Feast
The Fourth of July is upon us here in the U.S., as well as other international holidays that are soon to follow, so registered dietitian Yvonne Greer discusses some helpful eating strategies during these days when people’s everyday diets typically go out the window.
Can You Healthfully Eat “Low-Carb”?
Amy Hess-Fischl continues her previous discussion on low carbs and talks about how people with diabetes can develop eating strategies to incorporate this type of diet into their meal planning.
Who Can Benefit from the New U-200 Insulin?
Sam Grossman provides some information on the recently approved 200 unit/mL formulation of Eli Lilly and Company’s pre-filled pen containing insulin lispro (Humalog U-200 KwikPen).
How Glycemic Index Can Complement Your Meal Planning
Glycemic Index (GI) is a tool that can help you understand how fast a carbohydrate raises blood glucose and be used to assist with diabetes meal planning.