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How to Reduce Your Prediabetes Risk

Posted on March 30, 2023

Prediabetes is a condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to be clinically diagnosed as type 2 diabetes. Prediabetes can have serious side effects including an increased risk of heart disease and stroke.  There is consistent evidence that shows the relationship between blood glucose and cardiovascular risk extends into […]

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FAQs with Dr. Kajal Shah: Hypoglycemia

Posted on March 22, 2023

According to the American Diabetes Association, hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar, occurs when your blood glucose levels have fallen low enough that you need to take action to bring them back to your target range. This is usually when your blood glucose is less than 70 mg/dl in people with diabetes and less than 55 mg/dl […]

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FAQs with Dr. Jean Chen: Blood Sugar Spikes

Posted on March 3, 2023

A blood sugar spike occurs when there is a rapid rise in blood sugar in a short amount of time. While the body’s response to foods that are high in carbohydrates or sugar is one of the most common reasons for these spikes, there can be various causes – and some may even surprise you – like […]

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Impact of the Ozempic Shortage

Posted on February 23, 2023

At Texas Diabetes & Endocrinology, we treat people who have Type 1, Type 2, and gestational diabetes. Our entire team is up to date with the latest treatment options available including nutrition, lifestyle, and other alternatives in addition to conventional treatments. There is growing concern in the health care community about the continued misuse of the […]

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