Quality of Care
Is concierge medicine worth it for kids?
Though many overlook direct primary medicine memberships for younger patients, many practices offer substantial discounts for pediatric care – sometimes
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Diabetes
Understand the dawn phenomenon
Introduction Many people who are new to monitoring their blood glucose levels are alarmed to observe a spike in blood
Quality of Care
The Volume-Outcome Relationship & How It Impacts Your Safety
An obvious but overlooked factor in your surgery experience is the number of similar procedures your doctor has performed Explore
Quality of Care
The power of sugar lobbyists
The long history behind overlooking sugar, villainizing fat, and the controversial legacy of one of America’s most prominent nutritionists Let’s
Nutrition
The harm of artificial sugars
Introduction Though they are often touted as a healthy alternative to sugary snacks or desserts, foods containing nonnutritive sweeteners like
Nutrition
Personal variation in blood sugar
Blood sugar, also known as blood glucose, plays a crucial role in our body’s energy management. It serves as a
Nutrition
How fiber intake affects blood sugar
Introduction Dietary fiber is essential for maintaining overall health and has a significant impact on metabolic health, including insulin regulation.
Nutrition
Making healthier chocolate choices
Background check: approximately how much more sugar is in a 70% chocolate bar compared with a 90% chocolate bar? A)
Diabetes
How your cycle affects insulin sensitivity
Introduction During your menstrual cycle, there are significant fluctuations in your levels of sex hormones like estrogen and progesterone. These
Diabetes
How weight loss can aid in diabetes remission
While weight loss is often suggested to prevent diabetes, weight loss has more recently emerged as a powerful ally in