Posts Tagged Type 2 Diabetes

  • Walnuts for On-the-Go Wellness Walnuts for On-the-Go Wellness

    By Kristin Decker, RD, LD Hy-Vee Registered Dietician (563) 355-5540 kdecker@hy-vee.com If you are looking for a delicious, nutritious and convenient snack to survive business travel or vacation, walnuts are the perfect choice. The Nutrition Facts Walnuts have a unique fat profile wh...

  • Brain Exercises and Foods Brain Exercises and Foods

    By Bob Morrison Development Director of Ridgecrest Village The Dakin Brain Fitness touch screen computer is helping seniors keep their brain sharp. At Ridgecrest Village, we have two of these motivating machines. Seniors play fun scenarios, such as clips from Jimmy Stewart movies; then answer ...

  • New Vitamin D Recommendations: Not So Sunny?

    By Dr. Laura Sternweis Iowa State University Extension Scott County Research shows that vitamin D may play a role in lowering the risk of certain types of cancer, cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, immune and infectious disorders, physical performance and some autoimmune diseases. But...

  • Prevent Diabetes Today Prevent Diabetes Today

    By Chrissy Mitzel, M.S., R.D., L.D.N. Health Registered Dietician (309) 793-0684 Picture your most recent visit to the doctor. Did your doctor bring up the terms “high blood sugar,”“borderline diabetes” or “weight loss”? If so, your doctor may be warning you that you’re at ri...