Obesity affects about 42% of all U.S. adults, according to the CDC. However, a Pew Research Center survey found that about 65% of Americans think that willpower alone is not enough to lose weight. Since hitting the market in 2017 as a treatment for type 2 diabetes, semaglutide (the active ingredient in Ozempic, Rybelsus, and… Continue reading Imposter Syndrome With Weight Loss: You Didn’t Take The Easy Way Out
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Blood Pressure Changes on 10 Popular GLP-1s and What To Expect
Are you taking a GLP-1 medication to lower your blood sugar levels or lose weight? These drugs are fantastic at helping people in both areas. That is a primary reason why they have taken the medical world by storm over the past few years! As weight and high blood sugar becomes more and more of… Continue reading Blood Pressure Changes on 10 Popular GLP-1s and What To Expect
Racial Inequality in Outcomes for DME
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Diabetes is a widespread health problem in the United States. In 2021, about 38.4 million Americans, which is 11.6% of the total population, had diabetes. Of these, 29.7 million were diagnosed, while an estimated 8.7 million were undiagnosed. Diabetes is especially common in seniors. Nearly 30%… Continue reading Racial Inequality in Outcomes for DME
Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Explained
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Diabetes remains one of the most common health concerns worldwide. Estimates report that around 10.5% of the world’s adult population has the disease! And of that almost half are unaware. This number is only expected to go up. By 2045 the IDF Diabetes Atlas projects that… Continue reading Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Explained
What’s the Difference Between Glaucoma and DME?
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?
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)
Diabetic Retinopathy: A Leading Cause of DME
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA If you have diabetes, your eye health is something you want to pay attention to! Over time, high blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes, leading to diabetic retinopathy. This condition can cause serious vision problems, and if left untreated, it can… Continue reading Diabetic Retinopathy: A Leading Cause of DME
A New Discovery in Weight Loss and Diabetes Treatment
Scientists at the University of Copenhagen have made a groundbreaking discovery that could change the treatment of obesity and type 2 diabetes. They have identified a new drug target called the Neurokinin 2 Receptor (NK2R). This has shown remarkable benefits in preclinical studies! Unlike current weight-loss drugs, this new therapy lowers appetite and increases calorie… Continue reading A New Discovery in Weight Loss and Diabetes Treatment
Managing the Sugar-Sleep-GLP-1 Triangle with Holiday Sweets
The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and for many indulgence. For people taking GLP-1 medications to lose weight or manage diabetes, this season has some unique challenges. With holiday treats tempting your sugar cravings, festive stress disrupting sleep, and irregular schedules impacting medication adherence, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Let’s take a… Continue reading Managing the Sugar-Sleep-GLP-1 Triangle with Holiday Sweets
How Type 1 Diabetes Can Change Body Odor
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA This may be something you have never considered if you are living with type 1 diabetes, but did you know it can affect how your body smells? Living with type 1 diabetes (T1D) means managing blood sugar levels to maintain your health. If not properly controlled,… Continue reading How Type 1 Diabetes Can Change Body Odor