Diet soda – should you drink it? Probably not! For years we have noticed that avid diet soda drinkers struggle with their weight, blood sugar control, and other features of the “metabolic syndrome.” Some of the theories are that the sweetness of artificial sweeteners tricks your brain into thinking here comes something good … but […]
Lactose Intolerant and Hypothyroid?Are you hypothyroid and have been told your T4 dose requirement is too high? Lactose intolerance can...
What Will You Do When Disaster Strikes?"Advance preparation is a key defense for chronic disease management during emergencies." When you’r...
Metformin safe in Mild to Moderate Kidney DiseaseDo you have diabetes along with mild kidney disease and your doctor had you stop Metformin but now f...
The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: Of Facebook and ForumsTHE GOOD The internet contains a wealth of medical information. You can google just about anything...
Resveratrol Reduces Testosterone and DHEAS in PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome)
Resveratrol, a natural polyphenol, reduced serum levels of both testosterone and dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate (DHEAS) in women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), in a small double-blind study. As reported in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology: 1,500 mg of resveratrol, a natural polyphenol, was beneficial at lowering total testosterone levels by over 23%. PCOS affects an estimated […]
The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: Of Facebook and Forums
THE GOOD The internet contains a wealth of medical information. You can google just about anything and find what you are looking for. It is also a place to meet others with the same medical condition and get advice. You don’t feel so lost and alone when you join support groups and Facebook pages. THE […]
What Will You Do When Disaster Strikes?
“Advance preparation is a key defense for chronic disease management during emergencies.” When you’re dealing with a chronic medical condition like diabetes, diligence and preparation are key. But when an emergency situation or natural disaster strikes at your home or workplace – whether fires or floods, hurricanes, blizzards or even something like an unexpected auto […]
Before Using Prescription Medication for Diabetic Neuropathy – Try These Supplements
Clinical studies suggest use of benfotiamine (a specific form of B1) and methylcobalamine (a specific form of B12) with right alpha lipoic acid can reduce neuropathy in as little as 3 weeks… Years of clinical studies have proven that these ingredients work at eliminating unwanted symptoms from nerve pain. In fact, many of the studies […]
Going To The Grocery? Making A List Will Help You Make Better Choices.
Americans are increasingly shopping from places other than grocery stores — like warehouse clubs and convenience stores — and have been purchasing unhealthier foods, according to a new study. According to Dr. Ichiro Kawachi, chair of social and behavioral sciences at Harvard School of Public Health in Boston, “The typical supermarket these days is carefully […]
Americans are increasingly shopping from places other than grocery stores — like warehouse clubs and convenience stores — and have been purchasing unhealthier foods, according to a new study. According to Dr. Ichiro Kawachi, chair of social and behavioral sciences at Harvard School of Public Health in Boston, “The typical supermarket these days is carefully […]
Do you have diabetes and experience tingling and pain in your hands or feet? Is it diabetic neuropathy or could you be suffering from B12 deficiency instead? The symptoms can mimic each other. Metformin is the first line pharmaceutical in the treatment for Type 2 Diabetes worldwide. The benefits of this drug have been established. […]
Do you have diabetes along with mild kidney disease and your doctor had you stop Metformin but now finding your diabetes hard to control? Good news – a recent review has shown that Metformin is safe in mild to moderate kidney disease. Metformin is the first line drug treatment for Type 2 diabetes and is […]
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