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Robert Albee

Never-ever see me as a disease; instead a kind of dervish!

posted 11/06/2009, comments (2)

Creating a Community-Based Diabetes Self-Management Program

I am involved in creating a community-based diabetes self-manage- ment program operated by diabetics for diabetics. I am asking for your ideas on what to include in a beginning six-hour kickoff to be followed up by a weekly 60-90 minute meeting throughout the year. This is a format similar to a popular weight reduction program and numerous... Read more Chevron

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David Mendosa

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Medical Journalist Living with Diabetes and Author of Fitness and Photography for Fun, www.mendosa.com/fitnessblog

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posted 08/23/2009, comments (0)

Exercise May Reduce Belly Fat

When we have a lot of belly fat, we are at greater risk of heart disease because of the inflammatory molecules that this fat produces. But a new study by scientists at the University of Illinois suggests that even moderate amounts of exercise can reduce the inflammation. Since people with diabetes are at an especially high risk of heart disease,... Read more Chevron

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Dr. Fran Cogen

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Director, Child/Adolescent Diabetes Program at Children's Nat'l

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posted 08/18/2009, comments (6)

Diabetes, Exercise and the Brain

For the past two summers I have driven to Ithaca, New York, to take a five-day course at Cornell Adult University. Ithaca is at its best during the summer when the fog and weather do not interfere with the beautiful campus. Last year, I took a Jane Austen literature course. This year, due to the absence of British literature offerings, I took a... Read more Chevron

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David Mendosa

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posted 08/17/2009, comments (6)

Leisure and Health

We work too much. It may be good for our wealth but not for our health. By taking my first long vacation in 30 years I hope to start a leisure trend. Just yesterday I returned from a two week trek high in the Sierra Nevada mountain range of California. Many of us have long suspected that we need more time to unwind. And now, thanks to a... Read more Chevron

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Nordic Walking USA

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I host FREE Nordic Walking Clinics for Diabetes Support Groups

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posted 08/13/2009, comment (1)

Nordic Walking Poles Radically Improve Balance and Stability

Real Nordic Walking Poles provide 4-wheel drive type balance and stability - radically improving balance and stability! Nordic Walking Poles have proven successful and numerous MS, Parkinson's and Diabetes Support Group Meetings where I provided free demo poles and free instruction. Even individuals with severe Neuropathy found... Read more Chevron

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