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November is Diabetes Awareness Month

November is diabetes awareness month, which makes it a great time to review some healthy living habits and remember the importance of preventative screening related to diabetes. Cardiovascular disease is the number one cause of death in diabetics, and diabetics are twice as likely to suffer a stroke or heart disease compared to non-diabetics. We also see an increased risk of kidney disease, poor ...

Easy Workout Routines To Do At Home

As a mother of 2 and a full time doctor I find it challenging to fit a good work out into my day. Here is a quick and easy 10-20 mins work out routine one can do a few days a week at home. 20 jumping jacks 10 knee highs 15 squats 15 side leg raises 10 side lunges 20 second planks with 5 repetitions 20 gluteal raises. Working out for even 20 mins a day is beneficial for our overall health as well ...

Living Well with Diabetes Newsletter | August 2022

Tips to Lose Weight this Summer! By: Jessica Hrdlicka MS, RD, LD/N, CDCES It’s Summertime! And for most of us that means BBQs, traveling, back to school & beating the Summer heat. Here are a few tips to still have fun & lose weight this Summer: Hydrate, but without sugar. It is recommended for men and women to consume anywhere from 9-13 cups of water per day depending on weight, height and ...

Living Well with Diabetes Newsletter | June 2022

Tips to Manage Blood Sugars in the Heat! By: Jessica Hrdlicka MS, RD, LD/N, CDCES In South Florida we have officially reached the Wow it is HOT season! And while this is a great time to go swimming, meeting with friends and BBQs, the heat can play a big role on your blood sugars. The high temperatures can definitely cause sweating, dehydration and fatigue, but also high or low blood sugars. When ...