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2011 11 11 11 08 Dietary & Lifestyle Tips to Help Reduce Your Risk of Developing Diabetes and How to Manage It

Posted on November 12, 2011

Transformation tips

Posted on October 23, 2011

Transformation tips and cutting edge info

What is the risk drinking Glucerna Shakes even though I have no diabetes?

Posted on September 12, 2011

I am a regular 18 y/o guy with no diabetes. I've been working out everyday and it is recommended to take multi-vitamins but they cost money. My grandma has extra Glucerna and I'm wondering if I can use it in replace. It contains a lot of vitamins and minerals. So is there any risk?

Healthy Aging – tips and insights for staying strong during the golden years

Posted on September 3, 2011

Norfolk Public Libraries and Sentara Hospitals bring you a useful presentation on staying healthy post retirement. www.sentara.com www.npl.lib.va.us

What are the signs or symtoms of diabetes in a 13 year old?

Posted on September 2, 2011

Just because of frequent urination, does that automatically lead to diabetes? if all the gradnparents in the family have diabetes, does that increase the risk?

How to get more fit when at risk for diabetes?

Posted on August 20, 2011

I just found out that I am at risk for both high blood pressure AND diabetes. Great, right? NOT, obviously! On top of that, I am overweight, bordering obesity. So... How can I get more fit? You know, without dropping money down the drain? Help Please!

If the diabetes educator sees a blood glucose log with numbers in the 120's on average but there is no A1c?

Posted on August 8, 2011

If the diabetes educator sees a blood glucose log with numbers in the 120's on average but there is no A1c of 8.8%, what should be considered what assessment questions should this person be asked, and what health problems are they at risk for?

I just found out I have gestational diabetes, What are some good sites for meals and care?

Posted on August 2, 2011

I only have a little over one month of pregnancy to go but I want to take care of myself and baby. I would also like advice on what to do after pregnancy to continue care of myself since this increased my already higher risk of type 2 diabetes later in life due to heredity and obesity. I already know lose weight.
Thanks.

Gum Erosion From Oral Piercings?

Posted on June 17, 2011

Is there any way to prevent damage to your teeth and gums from an oral piercing (besides not getting one at all)? I've been considering getting one, but the risk doesn't seem worth it if the risk is guaranteed.

How often should I get checked for diabetes?

Posted on June 15, 2011

I was wondering how often i should get checked for diabetes because both my dad and my grandma have it. I know that i am at risk because it runs on my dads side of the family.I also get dizzy when I stand up. And I am a teen that does do sports. I am not overweight.
When i do get dizzy i feel like i am about to faint and if i eat something it helps.

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