Nov 20, 2016 | Diabetes, Health Tips, Your Health
The International Diabetes Federation has declared November 14th to be World Diabetes Day. Diabetes, a chronic disease, is present when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin, leading to elevated blood sugar levels. Without proper management, people with diabetes can face serious health complications, including heart disease, blindness, kidney failure, and amputations. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are 29.1 million people in the United States living with diabetes. (more…)
Oct 12, 2015 | Aspen Ideas 2016, Diabetes, Diet and Nutrition, Health Tips
By Shelley Wishnick RD, CDN, CDE, a registered dietitian with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, a NYS Certified Nutritionist, and Certified Diabetes Educator with the National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators who provides counseling to those with Type 1, Type 2, pre-diabetes and gestational diabetes at the Mount Sinai Diabetes Center.
Many traditional breakfast foods are loaded mostly with carbohydrates. But you can start your morning right with an easy protein pancake recipe that I share with my diabetic patients.
INGREDIENTS:
- ½ cup dry oats
- ½ cup low fat cottage cheese
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 egg
- 2 egg whites
- ½ tsp cinnamon
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Sep 30, 2015 | Diabetes
By Cara Blackhall, RN, CDE, who is certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center in Medical-Surgical Nursing and is a Certified Diabetes Educator. Ms. Blackhall specializes in educating patients on lifestyle and health management, diabetes medication administrator and use, insulin infusion pumps and continuous glucose monitoring at the Mount Sinai Diabetes Center.
Many patients ask me what they should do with their used sharps. First of all, let’s discuss what the term “sharps” mean. Needles, lancets, syringes and insulin pens are all considered sharps and must be disposed of properly. These sharps are intended for one-time use only as they still contain blood can infect another person, which is, ultimately, why it is so important to dispose of them carefully. (more…)
Sep 23, 2015 | Aspen Ideas 2016, Diabetes
By Shelley Wishnick RD, CDN, CDE, a registered dietitian with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, a NYS Certified Nutritionist, and Certified Diabetes Educator with the National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators who provides counseling to those with type 1, type 2, pre-diabetes and gestational diabetes at the Mount Sinai Diabetes Center.
Entertaining friends with diabetes doesn’t have to be complicated. Here is a low carb recipe that tastes great for a wonderful late summer lunch and is also diabetes-friendly.
Serves 4
Ingredients:
- 1/2 shallot, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons raspberry or champagne vinegar
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 8 ounces baby spinach
- 1 cup strawberries, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup almonds, toasted and chopped
- 2 ounces fresh goat cheese, crumbled
- 1 lb grilled chicken breast, sliced
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Sep 14, 2015 | Diabetes
By Camilla Levister, NP, CDE, a Certified Adult Nurse Practitioner and Certified Diabetes Educator who has experience as an insulin pump and continuous glucose monitor trainer. Ms. Levister is a co-investigator for several research studies in diabetes taking place at the Mount Sinai Diabetes Center.
Traveling through an airport for the first time after a diabetes diagnosis may leave patients wondering how to prepare for going through security with insulin and other supplies. The good news is that today, TSA agents are aware of the supplies, equipment, and medications that travelers with diabetes require. A doctor’s note is not required, but you will need to be prepared in other ways: (more…)
Updated on Jun 30, 2022 | Diabetes, Diet and Nutrition
Prediabetes is the medical term for people who have higher-than-normal blood sugar but not yet high enough to be considered type 2 diabetes. Receiving a diagnosis of prediabetes can be overwhelming. Many people are terrified they will become diabetic, but aren’t sure how to prevent it. Although not everyone with prediabetes will develop type 2 diabetes, it’s the best time to start making some changes to your diet and lifestyle to help decrease your risk for diabetes. (more…)
The International Diabetes Federation has declared November 14th to be World Diabetes Day. Diabetes, a chronic disease, is present when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin, leading to elevated blood sugar levels. Without proper management, people with diabetes can face serious health complications, including heart disease, blindness, kidney failure, and amputations. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are 29.1 million people in the United States living with diabetes. (more…)
