Let’s face it. The drug industry isn’t focused on improving health. It’s number one goal is to improve sales. That’s not a conspiracy theory. It’s just reality. And if you have diabetes, it's a good idea to keep that in mind since the industry tends to see you as a cash cow. That’s especially ... Read More ›

Is your doctor nagging you nonstop about reigning in your blood sugar? Or maybe he’s been needling you about turning your rising glucose around “before it’s too late.” Well, I hate to be the bearer of bad news. But in THIS case, your doc is correct. I once had a physician explain to me like ... Read More ›

Your weight is climbing. Even worse, you suspect your blood sugar levels may be rising too. (Or maybe you KNOW they are.) Sound familiar? When you’re at risk for diabetes, it can feel like your entire body is working against you. But it’s not. And developing diabetes is NOT inevitable. In ... Read More ›

They say timing is everything. And it turns out when it comes to heart disease for folks with diabetes, that old saw is true. Because new research finds that when you eat certain foods may be just as critical as what you’re eating. And with diabetes, it may be that timing turns out to be as ... Read More ›

When you’re at risk for diabetes, you suddenly get a ton of advice dumped on you on how to prevent the disease. And let’s be honest, none of it’s any fun. Stop eating THOSE, always do THAT, never drink THIS. It feels like all those well-meaning folks are simply reading from an endless laundry ... Read More ›

Every day is like Christmas for the drug industry. And if you have diabetes… or are at risk for the disease… they like you even better than Santa Claus. After all, that means you’re delivering their favorite gift of all: money. And unlike Santa, you’re expected to keep bringing them that cash all ... Read More ›

With Thanksgiving right around the corner, the holiday season has unofficially begun. And that means half the stores you set foot in from now through Christmas will share something in common. It’s the often-overwhelming smell of artificial cinnamon. It wallops you at the door and follows you ... Read More ›

Everyone with diabetes has had that moment. You know, the one where you check your sugar and shake your head in disbelief. You rechecked it, but it was no mistake. Your sugar is still sky-high. And when it stays that way, no matter how hard you work, it's frustrating. If you’re like most ... Read More ›