Health and Wellness Archive
Rest Up: 10 Tips To Improve How Well You’re Sleeping
On August 13, 2015 In Health and Wellness
Anyone who’s tossed and turned throughout the night, or has woken up feeling sluggish, knows how important it is to get a good night’s sleep and the misery of living without one. Sleep is important for our hormones to regulate a large number of our body’s processes, such as appetite, weight control, and our
Stress Less: 4 Tips For Helping Diabetes Related Stress
On July 27, 2015 In Health and Wellness
Stress is a very common problem for anyone, especially a person with diabetes. Throughout the day, there may be four or five different things that I am feeling stressed out about. Do I have enough time to meet a client deadline? My daughter, wife, and myself all have an appointment today. The pool needs
Get the most out of your diabetes doctor visit
On July 6, 2015 In Health and Wellness
In today’s healthcare environment, the time you spend face-to-face with your doctor can be limited. To get the most from your health care providers (HCPs) and help alleviate any anxiety you may feel about the appointment, preparation is key. Medtronic Diabetes Clinical Manager and Registered Nurse, Laura Golden, shares tips on how you
Our Favorite Go-To Low-Carb/No-Carb Foods
On May 28, 2015 In Health and Wellness
Are there times when you want or need to eat something with low or no carb, but aren’t sure what to eat? We asked our friends in the community to tell us their favorite low or no carb go-to diabetes foods. We received hundreds of great food options, and listed them by category for
15 Tips For Diabetes Foot Care
On May 26, 2015 In Health and Wellness
When you have diabetes, it’s important to take good care of your feet, as you’re more vulnerable to foot problems because diabetes can damage your nerves and reduce blood flow to your feet. To ensure the best foot health, Certified Diabetes Foot Specialist and Medtronic Diabetes Clinical Manager, Tasha Kennon, RN, BS, CDE, shares