Hypoglycemia – Signs of Low Blood Glucose

Hypoglycemia Low Blood Glucose

We often hear and read about diabetes and the symptoms and effects of high blood sugar, known as hyperglycemia. But, diabetics can often struggle with hypoglycemia or low blood glucose counts as well,...

New Study Links Anemia to Hearing Loss

Anemia Hearing Loss

A recent study finds a positive association between iron deficiency anemia and hearing loss. In fact, hearing loss is nearly two and a half times as high for those with anemia. Anemia is the most comm...

The Health Benefits of Drinking Tea

Tea Health Benefits

Research shows that drinking tea can help protect us from serious diseases and improve our overall health. Of course adding sugar, cream, or milk means adding calories and that can negate the health b...

Can a Short Walk Boost Your Mood?

Short Walk Better Mood

Numerous studies over the years have confirmed the many health benefits of walking including managing diabetes, high blood pressure, and weight, as well as lowering the risk of dementia, cancer, osteo...

Living With Diabetes During The Holidays

Diabetes and Holidays

‘Tis the season for family, festivity, and food—lots of food. Temptations are everywhere, and parties and travel disrupt daily routines. What’s more, it all goes on for weeks.   How do you ...

New Exercise Recommendations for Sedentary Lifestyle

Exercise for Sitting

So just how much exercise is enough to make up for the hours spent sitting at a desk on the job or on the couch watching movies? A recent study recommends a ratio of 30 minutes of physical activity pe...

Flu Vaccine Reduces Risk of Hospitalization by More Than Half Among Retirees

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A new CDC study published in the journal Clinical Infectious Diseases (CID) provides more evidence on the benefits of flu vaccination among older adults. The study looked at flu-associated hospitaliza...

Why Hair Turns Gray

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Have you ever thought about why our hair turns gray as we age? Melanin is the pigment that determines hair color, in addition to eye color and skin tone. Gray hair is a sign of reduced melanin, while ...

Have Diabetes? Now What?

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In last week’s article, we reported on diabetes statistics and risk factors. In continuation with National Diabetes Month, here are some tips for living with diabetes.   Maintaining diabetes is a...

It’s National Diabetes Month

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November is National Diabetes Month. The American Diabetes Association encourages everyone to use the month to raise awareness about the disease.   More than 29 million people in the United State...