Tag: Diabetes
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Intermittent Fasting for Weight Loss: What Is It and How Does It Work?
Intermittent fasting is an eating pattern in which someone alternates between periods of eating and periods of fasting. For example, someone who is practicing intermittent fasting may only eat during the hours of 8 am to 4 pm, and fast for the remainder of the day. Intermittent fasting does not define what people can eat,…
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Heart Disease and Stroke: Understanding Risk Factors and Prevention
According to the CDC, cardiovascular disease (heart disease) is the leading cause of death in the US. Heart disease is a term that refers to numerous conditions, including coronary artery disease and stroke. By knowing your risk factors and taking charge of your health, it’s possible to lower your risk of or even prevent heart…
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What’s the Difference Between Type 1 Diabetes and Type 2 Diabetes?
Type 1 and type 2 diabetes are both chronic (long-term) conditions that cause blood sugar levels to be consistently too high. When blood sugar levels are too high for extended periods, it can cause health complications, like cardiovascular disease and neuropathy (nerve damage). The Symptoms of Diabetes Both type 1 and type 2 diabetes share…
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How Working With Your Pharmacist Can Help You Adhere to Your Treatment Plan and Improve Your Health
Treatment Non-adherence at a Glance50% of patients in developed countries don’t take their medications as prescribed. 20% to 30% of new prescriptions are never filled. Poor adherence causes 30% to 50% of treatment failures and 125,000 deaths per year in the US among patients diagnosed with a chronic disease. Patients diagnosed with chronic illness, like diabetes…
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The Most Common Health Threats to Men and How to Prevent Them
The way men approach their overall health may contribute to the fact that certain preventable and treatable health concerns lead to more deaths in men than women. Men are more likely than women to: Make risky decisions Make unhealthy choices Consume alcohol and use tobacco products Delay or put off getting regular checkups and/or medical…