Tag Archives: Diabetes

The Connection Between Diabetes and Hearing Loss: What You Need to Know

Diabetes, which is the eighth leading cause of death in the US, is a major health crisis in Texas. Over the past decade, cases in Texas have surged 40%, and by 2040, nearly 8 million Texans are projected to have the disease, doubling the current prevalence to 23.8%. Texas consistently surpasses national averages, with East …

Dietitians on Diabetes: Eating What You Want and Enjoying It

Diabetes Diet Houston, TX

Living with diabetes doesn’t mean you can’t have what you crave. The trick is knowing how to manage the craving. By Ileana Martinez, Registered Dietitian   This year’s national nutrition month theme invites us to embrace global cultures and cuisines by celebrating a “world of flavors”. As a Diabetes Care and Education Specialist I have …

Affordable Diabetes Care in Your Own Backyard

By Barrett White Diabetes care can be such a pain. With the cost of insulin at an all-time high, it’s not uncommon to hear ghastly news stories like the artist in Houston who tragically lost his life when he couldn’t afford it, or the government employee rationing her insulin when her paychecks stopped during the …