Diabetes 101: the Biology of the Disease
By Brittany Wonnell, MS, RD – Wellness Dietitian Diabetes, or diabetes mellitus, is a metabolic disease that occurs when an individual has elevated blood glucose (or sugar). This could be due to inadequate insulin production or the body’s cells being unable to respond properly to insulin, or both. There are different symptoms associated with the […]
Carbohydrates: Friend not Foe
By Katie Boscia, MS, RD, IBCLC, CDE Everyone can benefit from a carbohydrate-conscious diet, not just people living with diabetes. When people are first diagnosed with diabetes, they sometimes cut carbohydrates, or carbs, completely from their diet. This is unfortunately not the way to go. Any extreme diet restriction that’s not medically necessary can deprive […]
Healthy Exercise Habits for People with Diabetes
By Ryan Lawson, Exercise Specialist Exercise has been shown to be an excellent way to regulate and/or help manage diabetes. There are two types of exercise recommended to help control diabetes: aerobic exercise and strength training. Aerobic exercise is defined as any sustained exercise such as jogging, rowing, swimming or cycling that stimulates and strengthens the […]
5 Myths and Misconceptions About Diabetes
When it comes to health and wellness, being proactive and staying in tune with your body is the best way to prevent diseases or catch them early before the road to recovery becomes even harder. But with diabetes, the symptoms can often fly under the radar. According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention almost […]
New vascular technology is unmatched
Retired Noblesville police officer Charles Jones, Jr. is a man of few words. But if you ask him about the time he nearly lost one of his big toes, he has a lot to say. He’ll tell you about the excellent care he received from physicians and nurses at Riverview Health and how the technology […]
Diabetic foot ulcers: It’ll take more than just a bandage
By Nathan Graves, DPM, Indiana Podiatry Group A diabetic foot ulcer—or a chronic wound on the foot—is very common when you have diabetes. You may wonder why that is. For those who have diabetes, nerve function, blood flow and skin health is often compromised. So, if a person with diabetes gets a foot wound, he […]
Healthy Eating Habits for People with Diabetes
By Katie Boscia, RD Proper nutrition is important for everyone, but especially for those who have diabetes. With the proper diet, some individuals may even be able to keep their diabetes under control without medication. If you have diabetes, it’s important to talk with your healthcare provider and a dietitian to find out what type […]
Are You at Risk for Diabetes?
By Colleen Kilberg, RD, CD, CDE Nearly 30 million Americans have diabetes, and about 28 percent of them are undiagnosed, according to the American Diabetes Association. Having diabetes puts you at risk for several other health problems such as heart disease, high blood pressure and stroke. Knowing your risk factors for diabetes can help you […]