CDC: Eating Out
WHAT TO KNOW If you’re like three in five Americans, you eat dinner out at least once a week. And as you’ve probably noticed, restaurant portions have gotten a lot bigger. Without a plan in place, that can be a recipe for overeating. Try these tips for making healthier choices. Plan ahead Decide what you’re going to […]
FDA: ADVANCE KING may be harmful due to hidden drug ingredient
The Food and Drug Administration is advising consumers not to purchase or use ADVANCE KING, a product promoted and sold for joint pain on various websites, including www.naturistastore.com, and possibly in some retail stores. FDA laboratory analysis confirmed that ADVANCE KING contains dexamethasone, diclofenac, and methocarbamol not listed on the product label. Although dexamethasone, diclofenac, […]
CDC: Carb Counting
WHAT TO KNOW Many people with diabetes count carbohydrates, or carbs, to make managing blood sugar easier. If you take mealtime insulin, you’ll count carbs to match your insulin dose to the carbs in your foods and drinks. What are the different kinds of carbs? There are 3 types of carbs. Sugars include the natural sugar […]
FDA: Products Claiming to “Cure” Cancer Are a Cruel Deception
Beware of products claiming to cure cancer on websites or social media platforms, such as Facebook and Instagram. According to Nicole Kornspan, M.P.H., a consumer safety officer at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), they’re rampant these days. “Anyone who suffers from cancer, or knows someone who does, understands the fear and desperation that […]
CDC: 3 Ways to Help Manage Your Child’s Type 1 Diabetes
WHAT TO KNOW Life changes in many ways when your child is diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. It can all seem overwhelming at first, but it will get easier with time and knowledge. Try these approaches to help make daily diabetes care more manageable from day 1. 1. Learn everything you can Treatment options, blood sugar highs […]
FDA: DMAA in Products Marketed as Dietary Supplements
What is DMAA? DMAA (1,3-dimethylamylamine) is an amphetamine derivative that has been marketed in sports performance and weight loss products, many of which are sold as dietary supplements. DMAA is not a dietary ingredient, and DMAA-containing products marketed as dietary supplements are illegal and their marketing violates the law. Also known as methylhexanamine or geranium […]
CDC: 5 Questions to Ask Your Health Care Team
WHAT TO KNOW Ask these important questions to understand your diabetes treatment plan and stay on track with diabetes management. 1. How do I manage my ABCs? A: Get a regular A1C test to measure your average blood sugar over 2 to 3 months. Ask your health care team what your goal should be. B: Try to keep […]
FDA: Bodybuilding Products Could Be Risky
Your buddy at the gym can’t say enough about the bodybuilding products he’s been taking to help build muscle mass and strength. You wonder, are they all safe to use? The U.S. Food and Drug Administration found some bodybuilding products may illegally contain steroids or steroid-like substances associated with potentially serious health risks, including liver injury, […]
CDC: Genetic Testing
KEY POINTS What it is Genetic testing looks for genetic changes, sometimes called mutations or variants, in your DNA. Some genetic changes can cause disease or other health conditions. You inherit your DNA from your parents, so any genetic changes they have can be passed down to you. Genetic testing can give you information to […]
FDA: Generic Drugs Undergo Rigorous FDA Review
Maybe you’ve had this experience: You go to fill a prescription, and the pharmacist mentions there is a generic available. You’ve noticed generic drugs often cost less and wonder: How can I be sure they are as safe and effective as brand name drugs? Applying the rigorous standards set out by law, the U.S. Food […]