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La diabetes y su impacto en el azúcar en la sangre La diabetes es una enfermedad crónica que afecta la cantidad de azúcar en la sangre. Esto se debe a una ruptura en la capacidad del cuerpo para usar y / o producir insulina. La insulina es una hormona que es producida por el páncreas […]

Caregiving is one of the hardest and most meaningful things you can do. Whether it is an aging parent, a partner, or a friend, stepping into that role changes your life. It can bring closeness and purpose, but it also comes with long hours, constant worry, and stress that wears on you over time. That […]

This article is also available in English: Key Tips for Safe Wound, Foot, and Skin Care. ¿Por qué es importante el cuidado adecuado de las heridas y los pies para personas con diabetes? Antes de realizar cualquier cambio en su rutina de cuidado de la herida o la piel, asegúrese de hablar con su médico […]

This article is also available in English: Non-Nutritive Sweeteners ¿Qué son los edulcorantes no nutritivos? Los edulcorantes no nutritivos son agentes edulcorantes que tienen una mayor intensidad edulcorante y un menor contenido calórico que los edulcorantes calóricos como la sacarosa o el jarabe de maíz. Los edulcorantes no nutritivos pueden derivarse de plantas o hierbas, […]

Home gardening is more than a passion; it can be a powerful tool for building healthier families. Studies show that growing vegetables at home can lead to improved nutrition, encourage physical activity, and support emotional well-being. Beyond the overall health benefits, gardening together can strengthen family bonds and help ease the financial strain of food […]

Diabetes – An Overview Diabetes is a chronic disease that impacts the amount of sugar in the blood. This is due to a breakdown in the body’s ability to use and/or produce insulin. Insulin is a hormone that is produced by the pancreas and acts as a key to unlock the doorway to the body’s […]

What is Endometriosis?Endometriosis is a chronic inflammatory condition where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus. This tissue thickens, breaks down, and bleeds during the menstrual cycle. Because it is outside the uterus, the blood cannot exit the body, which can cause swelling, irritation, scar tissue, and adhesions. The most […]

Gastroparesis, or delayed gastric emptying, occurs when the stomach takes too long to empty its contents. Gastric refers to the stomach, and paresis is a condition where muscle weakness or paralysis occurs due to nerve damage. The effects of gastroparesis are that muscles in the stomach do not move well or have impaired mobility, causing […]

Introduction Diabetes is a complex chronic disease that, when left untreated, can impact every part of the body. Often, one may hear older generations refer to diabetes as a “touch of sugar” or “sugar diabetes.” While these names for the condition of diabetes are technically inaccurate terms, they do in some ways describe a small […]

Spring is the perfect time to start or resume a few healthy habits. Healthy living does not need to be complicated or restrictive. In fact, incorporating just three simple habits can lead to positive results. What steps do you need to take to “spring” into health? 1. Eat Real Food Nature is filled with amazing […]