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My Child has Prediabetes! What Should I Do? How to Navigate This Serious Medical Concern
When your child has prediabetes, understand that it is a serious medical concern. There are many things you can do to help your child.

Brendel Plonka
Apr 73 min read


Eating Well on Pesach: Shiurim for Matzah and Wine for Healthy Individuals and Those With Diabetes or Other Medical Conditions
If you have diabetes or other medical conditions, you can adjust how you eat during the seder to maintain good health.

Brendel Plonka
Mar 3113 min read


What is Diabetes Distress? Why is it So Hard to Care for My Diabetes Day After Day?
Diabetes Distress Happens Because Diabetes Care Demands the Patient to Make Many Decisions and Do Many Tasks. Here are Ways to Combat it.

Brendel Plonka
Apr 1, 20243 min read


How Can I Help My Elderly Mom or Dad With Their Diabetes? Three Points to Understand About Diabetes Care in Elderly Patients
To Help Your Elderly Mom or Dad with Their Diabetes, Take a Look at These Three Important Points to Help You Prioritize Their Care.

Brendel Plonka
Mar 25, 20242 min read


What's the Big Deal About High Blood Sugars? Does it Matter if My Blood Sugar is High
High Blood Sugars Matter With Chronically High Blood Sugar. Over Time, High Blood Sugar Damages Blood Vessels Leading to Complications.

Brendel Plonka
Nov 27, 20233 min read


What You Can Do to Improve Your Diabetes: Seven Ways to Improve Your A1C and Diabetes Outcomes
You Can Improve Your A1C and Diabetes Outcomes by Setting Up Your Home Environment, Seeing Your Doctor, Taking Your Medications, and More.

Brendel Plonka
Nov 1, 20233 min read


I Was Just Diagnosed with Gestational Diabetes, What Do I Do?!
If You Were Just Diagnosed With Gestational Diabetes, Take a Breath and Remember You Can Handle It. Nutrition and Medication Can Help.

Brendel Plonka
Oct 20, 20233 min read


How Can I Lower my A1c Fast?
The Fastest You Can Lower Your A1c is in Three Months. Start Improving Nutrition and Physical Activity Now for an Improved Result Next Test.

Brendel Plonka
Oct 18, 20231 min read


Can I Cure My Diabetes with Good Nutrition?
You Can Not Cure Your Diabetes With Good Nutrition. Diabetes is a Progressive Condition That Can be Put into Remission with Good Nutrition.

Brendel Plonka
Oct 4, 20232 min read


Healthy Food Swaps: Little Impact vs Big Impact Changes
Some Popular Food Swaps May Not be Worth it. Learn Which Healthy Food Swaps Can Make a Difference to Your Health.

Brendel Plonka
Sep 15, 20233 min read


Is Whole Milk Healthy for Diabetes? Whole Milk or Low Fat Milk
How to Decide: Is Whole Milk Healthy for Diabetes? Factors to Consider: Cholesterol, Saturated Fat, Blood Sugar. Whole Milk or Low Fat Milk.

Brendel Plonka
Jul 28, 20232 min read


How Much is Too Much Juice?
Factors that determine how much juice is too much. Diabetes, high blood sugar and juice intake.

Brendel Plonka
Jul 24, 20232 min read
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