Effective Steps for Reversing Prediabetes
If your provider told you that your blood sugar is higher than normal, you might have what’s known as prediabetes. Will you eventually develop diabetes or is reversing prediabetes possible? A prediabetes diagnosis is a red flag that says pay attention, but the good news is that it doesn’t automatically mean you will develop Type […]
Bariatric Surgery Can Be an Effective Weight Loss Option
You’ve struggled to lose weight, and now your weight interferes with everyday life. Your health conditions—high blood pressure, Type 2 diabetes or obstructive sleep apnea—are difficult to manage. If this sounds like you, it might be time to speak to the bariatric surgery experts at Magnolia Regional Health Center.
Are There Early Signs of Diabetes in Children?
Is your child drinking more liquids than usual, or suddenly wetting the bed at night? These could be signs of Type 1 diabetes. Children with Type 1 diabetes can lead an active, normal life with the right treatment and support. What Is Type 1 Diabetes? When someone has Type 1 diabetes, his or her body […]
Could You Have Prediabetes?
More than 88 million people in America have prediabetes, or approximately 1 in 3 adults. However, since there are typically no signs of prediabetes, many people are unaware they have it. Prediabetes means your blood sugar (glucose) levels aren’t high enough to be considered Type 2 diabetes, but are still higher than normal. If left […]
What’s Your Type
Diabetes Diagnosis & Management Roughly thirty million Americans are affected by diabetes. Understanding a diabetes diagnosis and following recommendations for management are the best ways to achieve and maintain optimal health. Carmen Parks, a nurse practitioner and Certified Diabetes Educator at Magnolia Regional Health Center’s Diabetes Specialty Clinic, reveals how a diabetic condition develops. “Susceptibility […]