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MEET THE EDITORIAL TEAM

WEBDr. Rita Kalyani is a Professor of Medicine at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in the Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism. She is an active clinician and …

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Overview of Type 2 Diabetes Therapies

WEBThe diabetes drug metformin is often the first medication a doctor will prescribe for a person with type 2 diabetes. It is safe, inexpensive, usually well-tolerated, and effective – …

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Tips for Healthy Grocery Shopping

WEBShop the outside first. The idea behind this is that perimeter of the grocery store is usually healthy, less processed foods. Think fresh and frozen fruits and vegetables, dairy …

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GLOBAL HEALTH AND DIABETES

WEBThe number of people with diabetes is expected to double in the next few decades as the world’s population increasingly shifts to an unhealthy diet and sedentary lifestyle, and …

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Oral Medications and Non-Insulin Injectables

WEBWho? Sulfonylureas and meglitinides are recommended for persons with type 2 diabetes who have poorly controlled blood glucose levels. On average, most patients find that …

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Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic State (HHS)

WEBSeverely uncontrolled type 2 diabetes, usually over a relatively short period of time, can lead to a dangerous rise in blood glucose known as hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state, …

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Protecting Your Health

WEBProtecting Your Health. There are several routine preventive measures you can take to reduce the likelihood of developing complications from diabetes: Exercise: Daily activity …

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What is Resistant Starch

WEBResistant starch is a carbohydrate that resist digestion in the small intestine and ferments in the large intestine. As the fibers ferment they act as a prebiotic and feed the good …

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The Truth about Starchy Vegetables

WEBPotatoes, corn, and peas get a bad rap because they’re starchy vegetables. People fear that they will gain weight and spike glucose by eating these foods. Vegetables are not …

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Nutrition & Lifestyle Blog

WEBMeet Asha. Asha Gullapalli, MS, RD, LDN, CDE, is a Registered Dietitian with over 30 years’ experience in the field of nutrition and dietetics. She has a Master’s degree in …

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Healthy Tips for Holiday Survival

WEBEnjoy seasonal fruits, vegetables, nuts and grains that are rich in fiber and may help with reducing inflammation. Examples include salads, oatmeal, quinoa, brown rice, fresh …

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Debunking Myths about Fat

WEBFat raises blood glucose. Myth. Fat does not directly raise glucose. Insulin resistance and A1C can be improved when carbohydrate or saturated fat is replaced with …

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