Blog Posts in June, 2016

What You Should Know About Hyperthyroidism

Hyperthyroidism , or an overactive thyroid, is a condition in which the thyroid gland produces an excessive amount of thyroid hormone. The thyroid gland is located at the front of your neck and releases hormones that controls metabolism, heart rate, breathing, nervous system, body temperature, weight, and other body functions. The condition can cause a significant increase in your body’s ...

Exercise and Diabetes – The Effects

The Effect of Exercise on Diabetes Exercise is a very important part of any diabetes treatment plan and can help to boost overall fitness and blood sugar control. Patients with diabetes are encouraged to incorporate exercise into their daily lives. We recommend that you consult with your doctor before starting any type of exercise program. To exercise safely with diabetes you must check your blood ...

Living Well with Diabetes Newsletter - June 2016

DIABETES SUPERFOODS! By: Director of Education – Jessica Cook MS, RD, LD, CDE Super foods are functional foods that are used to prevent chronic disease or reduce complications of diseases. Super foods provide high levels of vitamins and minerals to help fight free radicals in the body (anti-carcinogenic foods,) reduce the risk of heart disease, improve circulation and improve endothelial function. ...

Signs to Look For When Identifying a Thyroid Disorder

When functioning perfectly the thyroid gland is essential for your general health, metabolism, and overall sense of well-being. Approximately 30 million Americans have a thyroid disorder. Identifying a thyroid disorder can be difficult and these conditions often go unnoticed. It is estimated that up half of these individuals with a thyroid disorder are unaware that they have a thyroid condition. ...

Diabetes Education at Palm Beach Diabetes and Endocrine Specialists

Being diagnosed with diabetes can be an overwhelming experience. At Palm Beach Diabetes and Endocrine Specialists, P.A. we provide outstanding diabetes care to our patients. We have placed emphasis on developing a unique diabetes education curriculum for patients and their families. This includes programs , workshops , support groups and more. We place focus on our patients by providing them the ...

What You Should Know About Thyroid Disorders

The thyroid gland is one of the most important glands in the body. A perfectly functioning thyroid glad is essential for your general health, metabolism and overall sense of well-being. In addition the thyroid influences almost every other organ in your body. Thyroid disorders are very common. In fact, more than 12% of the U.S. population will develop a thyroid condition during their lifetime. It ...