The latest trend in fitness are devices called “activity trackers,” sometimes known as wearable trackers, wearable technology, or fashion electronics
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Tips for staying hydrated in the summer sun
With an ongoing stretch of hot summer days, it’s important for everyone to ensure that they consume plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.
Read More »Benefits of a continuous glucose monitoring system
Continuous glucose monitoring has many benefits, such as identifying trends in the change in blood glucose seen with exercise or the food you eat.
Read More »Common concerns after a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes
All kinds of feelings accompany a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes – shame, anger, or even sadness – but fear is probably the most common emotion. Below are some common concerns after a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes, and some tips regarding how you can address them.
Read More »Setting goals for healthy eating
Setting goals for healthy eating doesn’t have to happen all at once. In fact, if you set and achieve a goal each day – or each week – you’ll have something to celebrate!
Read More »New developments in the treatment of obesity
Two new weight loss treatments for people with severe obesity were recently approved for use in the United States. Saxenda (liraglutide) In December 2014, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved a drug called Saxenda (its generic name is liraglutide) as a weight loss drug for people who are very obese. The same drug, liraglutide (Victoza®), is available in Canada ...
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