In order to understand diabetes you have to understand your blood. This is the way I explained diabetes to my patients. Hopefully, you will understand what we’re trying to do to control your diabetes. I want you to think of cotton candy. If you have ever eaten cotton candy you know that it is nothing but blown sugar. In the
March 21, 2023
Look, I know chronic diseases, like heart and kidney failure worry you, but sometimes when you delve deeply into something, you lose track of the basic details of blood sugar control. Next thing you know, you’re too confused and overwhelmed to ask for advice. Don’t worry, that’s what this article
March 12, 2023
Diabetic strategies seem overwhelming because of the unrelenting information they are given. You get stuck wondering things like, “What will I do about eating with my family and their foods?” or “How am I supposed to focus on me when I’m already running a crazy, busy life?” When you’re unsure
March 7, 2023
Emotional eating is a real phenomenon. Lots of people have issues with emotional eating. It’s actually quite common in the United States. A study done in 2013 found that nearly 50% of Americans reported emotional eating at least once a week. And of those who reported emotional eating, 22% said
February 25, 2023
Our Health and Education systems are failing us.Allen has spent over 4 months getting a CPAP machine. (TRUE STORY)He called his primary care for an appointment. He’s exhausted and not sleeping well.(3 WEEKS LATER) He got an appointment 3 weeks later and his primary care wrote the referral.(5 WEEKS LATER)
February 24, 2023
How to make others listen to you when you tend to keep all opinions to yourself? You don’t like rocking the boat and constantly worrying about making someone mad at you. This creates a huge inner struggle that causes much-added anxiety, stress, and other mental and physical issues.Like many people
