minute read 4 According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly half of all American adults have hypertension, which is the clinical term for high blood pressure. A combination of medication and hypertension self care can significantly reduce blood pressure, but despite this, only one in four adults have their condition under control.  What Is […]

minute read 3 Eating at Subway With Diabetes  Can you eat at Subway when you have diabetes? The answer is yes if you’re extra careful with your order.  While bread and processed meat aren’t ideal for controlling your blood sugar—Subway is one of the better fast food options for people with diabetes. There are plenty of satisfying sandwiches […]

minute read 6 Hypertension can be defined as systolic blood pressure higher than 130 millimeters of mercury (mmHg) and/or diastolic blood pressure higher than 80 mmHg. This condition is more commonly known as high blood pressure, and it’s one of the most common chronic illnesses in the country. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) […]

minute read 2 Being able to quickly convert and calculate numbers at home from mg/dl and HbA1c can be extremely convenient. We’ve put together an A1c chart you can print out and hang-up to easily do just that.  How to Print the A1c Chart in Two Easy Steps: Click “Print A1c Chart” below This will pop-out the article […]

minute read 3 There are many different high blood pressure medications available, each with their pros and cons.  Read on to learn which may be right for you.

minute read 2 There are a few different types of medications to treat diabetes. Some of these medicines are taken by mouth, and others are injections.