Blog Posts in January, 2017

Radioactive Iodine Therapy

ABOUT THE THYROID GLAND The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland that is located at the base of the neck. It fuels a wide range of key functions including metabolism, development, growth, body temperature, cognitive ability, digestion, and the way we breathe. The thyroid gland makes it possible for the body to convert nutrients into energy. ABOUT RADIOACTIVE IODINE THERAPY Radioactive iodine ...

Living Well with Diabetes Newsletter - January 2017

LOSING HOLIDAY WEIGHT GAIN! By: Jessica Cook MS, RD, LD, CDE It’s a new year and time for new growth! But if the holidays caused you to grow into another dress size with wonderful desserts, cocktails, breads, and chocolates, you may be wishing you had been more careful. Don’t let holiday weight gain bum you out and use these simple tips to get you back on track in 2017: Move. Being active is the ...