Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA For people living with diabetes, there are a number of potential complications to watch out for! One area of the body that diabetes can impact is the eyes. Your eyes have a number of tiny blood vessels running through them, and high blood sugar levels can… Continue reading What’s the Difference Between Glaucoma and DME?
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Corticosteroids for Treating Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA When it comes to treating diabetic macular edema (DME), there are a few options out there to consider. The first line treatment for DME primarily involves intravitreal injections of anti-vascular endothelial growth factor (anti-VEGF) agents. According to the American Diabetes Association, intravitreal injections of anti-VEGF are… Continue reading Corticosteroids for Treating Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
Minority Populations and MASH: Genetic and Lifestyle Factors
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA There are some conditions that are found more often in certain racial and ethnic groups. Sickle cell disease is more common in people of African, African-American, or Mediterranean descent. Tay-Sachs disease is more common in people of Ashkenazi Jewish or French-Canadian descent. In the United States,… Continue reading Minority Populations and MASH: Genetic and Lifestyle Factors
Starting Your MASH Treatment Journey: What You Need to Know
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Being diagnosed with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) can be overwhelming! You probably have a lot of questions about what comes next, how the disease affects your body, and what treatment looks like. The good news is that with the right steps, many people can slow down… Continue reading Starting Your MASH Treatment Journey: What You Need to Know
Why Testing for MASH Is Important Even If You Feel Fine
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Groups like the World Health Organization and independent researchers alike have looked at the global incidence rate of a number of diseases over the past few decades. Cardiovascular diseases, cancers, neonatal disorders and musculoskeletal disorders are the most common. They affected over 1.2 billion people in… Continue reading Why Testing for MASH Is Important Even If You Feel Fine
Can Weight Loss Reverse MASH? The Truth About Treatment Options
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA People often think of the condition MASH as being a weight issue. MASH, which stands for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis, is a liver condition that affects millions of people worldwide. MASH is a more severe form of another disease called MASLD, which used to be called NAFLD.… Continue reading Can Weight Loss Reverse MASH? The Truth About Treatment Options
Heart Healthy Buddha Bowl Recipe
What is a Buddha Bowl? When I talk about “Buddha Bowls” though, they are just more of a concept I made up because it’s all about quickly throwing a whole bunch of easy, super nutritious, and delicious ingredients in ONE bowl. Busy lives call for throw-together meals and snacks, and that’s why a big bowl… Continue reading Heart Healthy Buddha Bowl Recipe
Setting and Respecting Your Food and Exercise Boundaries In a Relationship
How are you at setting boundaries in a relationship? This is an important step to take and can help protect you and your partner’s well-being. This is especially true when it comes to food and exercise! For anyone who has started a GLP-1 medication, you know that there are a lot of changes to your… Continue reading Setting and Respecting Your Food and Exercise Boundaries In a Relationship
How GLP-1s, Semaglutide and Tirzepatide, Help With Heart Health and Sleep Patterns
Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists are hugely popular because of how they can help with weight loss and diabetes management. The two main contenders on the market are semaglutide (Ozempic and Wegovy) and tirzepatide (Moujaro and Zepbound). Semaglutide and tirzepatide can both be used for weight management and long term type 2 diabetes but how… Continue reading How GLP-1s, Semaglutide and Tirzepatide, Help With Heart Health and Sleep Patterns
What Really Happens When You Stop Taking GLP-1 Medications
GLP-1 medications are a popular option for weight loss. Over the last few years, they have helped thousands of people lose weight by reducing appetite and improving metabolic function. However, one question many people have is: what happens when you stop taking these medications? For one of many reasons, you may decide to stop taking… Continue reading What Really Happens When You Stop Taking GLP-1 Medications