by Eugene Arnold, MS LD RD CDE
Staying active has been a challenge for everyone during the COVID-19 pandemic. Concerns about contracting COVID-19 can be paralyzing, contributing to a decline in physical activity and a deterioration in glucose control for people with diabetes. While all...
by Eugene Arnold, MS LD RD CDCES
Who could deny that physical activity is a critical aspect of maintaining good health? A simple cost-benefit analysis paints a clear picture – exercise can be quite a bargain because it lowers blood glucose, cholesterol, and blood pressure; improves heart health...
by Maureen Seel, RDN/LDN CDCES
Regular exercise can help treat high blood glucose, blood pressure, and cholesterol; improve your mood; and increase your energy. Some patients are also able to reduce their doses of medications for diabetes with a good exercise routine. Start slowly and work your way...
by Maureen Seel, RDN/LDN CDCES
Nearly two-thirds of all U.S. adults are overweight or obese. That means just one-third of the nation fall into the healthy weight range. Obesity is also rising in other parts of the world. A body-mass index (BMI) of 30 kg/m2 is considered obese. Weight loss options…...
