What is diabetes? Diabetes (or diabetes mellitus) is a disease where the sugar (glucose) levels in the bloodstream become elevated. Both people and pets can get diabetes.   To understand diabetes, you first must understand a little about how the body works. Glucose is a type of sugar that serves as the main source of energy […]

It’s that time of the year again…time for family to gather, celebrate, and share some delicious food. For a lot of us, the holiday season means getting to indulge in mashed potatoes with delicious gravy, eating extra servings of favorite side dishes, and sampling the variety of desserts (with whipped cream of course)! Calories don’t […]

The Wellness Triangle is a measure of the three main categories that contribute to overall health and well-being. The three equal sides of the triangle represent the three equal components that affect health: structural/physical, nutritional/chemical and emotional/mental. As a result, harmony between these three components is necessary for overall well-being. Nutritional/Chemical Factors Nutrition Nutrition is […]