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How to Safely Dispose of Your Diabetes Sharps Supplies

How to Safely Dispose of Your Diabetes Sharps Supplies

When I first started working as a diabetes educator, I found there was one important topic that was rarely discussed. When a patient newly diagnosed with diabetes came into my office, many times they had already been provided with basic education on a variety of topics by their physician and endocrinologist. They often had a…

3 Questions on Intermittent Fasting for Weight Loss, Answered

You might’ve spotted something about intermittent fasting on your news feed. Or maybe a friend or coworker recently raved about how it helped them reach their goal weight. Regardless of how you might have heard of it, your interest is piqued and you want to learn more. Well, you’ve come to the right place! Today,…

Three Simple Ways to Stay Healthy During Back to School Season

Three Simple Ways to Stay Healthy During Back to School Season

And just like that summer is slowly winding down and back to school season is in full swing. If you are a parent, chances are your days have been jam-packed with shopping for school supplies, first day of school outfits, and all of those last-minute back to school must-haves. But as you run around getting…

Why You Need Omega-3s When Breastfeeding & 3 Easy Ways to Eat More

Why You Need Omega-3s When Breastfeeding & 3 Easy Ways to Eat More

Omega-3 fatty acids are vital to both mother and baby, yet many of us fall short in eating enough. As a mom of two, I was lucky enough to breastfeed both of my boys through their first year of life. This wasn’t only a beautiful bonding experience, but breastfeeding also offers many benefits to both…