by Marina Long | Nov 3, 2021 | Patient Education, Uncategorized
November is known as American Diabetes Month across the country and is seen as a great time to shed light on this serious disease. Through collective action, there may be hope to cut down on the effects diabetes has on our population. Simple yet effective steps can be...
by Marina Long | Oct 11, 2021 | Uncategorized
For people with diabetes, taking control of their eating habits is essential in staying healthy and in control of their disease. But what exactly does a diabetes-friendly diet look like? We wanted to highlight some great things to keep in mind as you look to customize...
by Marina Long | Aug 11, 2021 | Uncategorized
With August being Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month, we wanted to highlight some great ways to help protect the vision of children everywhere. Protecting eye health is really important for kids as they participate in school activities, sports, and social events...
by Marina Long | May 24, 2021 | Patient Education, Uncategorized
If you have diabetes, yearly eye exams can help protect your eyes from potential damage. In fact, your eyes may also be at risk if you have prediabetes, a serious health condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not high enough yet to be diagnosed...
by Marina Long | Apr 19, 2021 | Patient Education, Uncategorized
Eating healthy foods is important for helping our bodies perform at high levels. This also applies to our eyes and vision. Certain foods could actually boost our eyesight by providing us with essential vitamins and minerals. These nutrients may help our bodies prevent...
by Marina Long | Apr 12, 2021 | Patient Education, Uncategorized
Understanding Insulin Resistance & Diabetes Understanding insulin is incredibly important, especially for those with diabetes. This important hormone is key to our survival and our ability to break down sugar for energy. By becoming familiar with the connection...