by Christine McKinney, RD LDN CDCES
What are some healthy beverage choices? Our bodies need fluid throughout the day so it’s important to think about what you drink. Did you know that the human body is made up of more than 60% water? Water is in all of our organs, muscles, fat, and even bones. Water...
by Christine McKinney, RD LDN CDCES
Is there different information on the Nutrition Facts Label? Yes, currently we are seeing two different Nutrition Facts labels. Our current food label is more than 20 years old. The Nutrition Facts label has been updated and food manufacturers will be required to...
by Maureen Seel, RDN/LDN CDCES
If you have type 2 diabetes, chances are your doctor has recommended lifestyle changes to improve your blood glucose control. But what happens when diet and exercise aren’t enough? When diabetes medications are needed, health care providers generally have many...
by Maureen Seel, RDN/LDN CDCES
Who? Metformin is a commonly recommended initial medication for patients with type 2 diabetes who have mild to moderately uncontrolled blood glucose. In addition, it is sometimes used to prevent diabetes in patients who are at risk of developing the disease (though it...
by Maureen Seel, RDN/LDN CDCES
Who? Sulfonylureas and meglitinides are recommended for persons with type 2 diabetes who have poorly controlled blood glucose levels. On average, most patients find that their Hb A1c levels drop by up to 1.5% on these medications. What? Oral tablets –...
