http://diabeticblogs.net/adw The Official Company Blog of American Diabetes Wholesale Fri, 15 Aug 2008 03:31:40 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Maintenance is a top priority for anyone with diabetes. In this week's newsletter, Marci Sloane, MS, RD, LD/N, CDE gives 12 simple steps to making the most out your diabetes maintenance routine. Limiting your carbohydrate intake at each meal, testing your blood glucose levels, and meeting with a doctor ... http://diabeticblogs.net/adw/2008/08/14/12-steps-to-controlling-your-diabetes/ American Diabetes Wholesale gave it's readers a chance to share their story about living with diabetes. Ileana T tells a story of lifelong accomplishments and fulfillment, despite being diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at the tender age of 11 months. Eating properly and living a healthy lifestyle has allowed her ... http://diabeticblogs.net/adw/2008/07/30/share-your-story-a-lifetime-with-diabetes/ At the annual Florida Dietetic Association (FDA) meeting in Boca Raton, FL on July 21, 2008, American Diabetes Wholesale unveiled Destination Diabetes to the dieticians that attended.  The attendees were thrilled to hear about such a great website with all the educational and nutritional information that their patients need.  Many were ... http://diabeticblogs.net/adw/2008/07/28/destination-diabetes-introduced-to-florida-dietetic-association/ Everyone likes to indulge in a bowl full of berries every once in a while. Well it turns out that this delightful pleasure is very good for you. Berries are jam packed with anti-oxidants, fiber, and vitamins! Read more about berries and the positive affects that they have on your ... http://diabeticblogs.net/adw/2008/07/23/berry-berry-good-for-you-july-23-2008/ American Diabetes Wholesale now carries new products from First Quality. ADW is pleased to give you the full selection of First Quality products. First Quality makes fine incontinence products, from briefs to wipes to washcloths.  Incontinence may be a touchy subject to talk about, but ADW has you covered. ... http://diabeticblogs.net/adw/2008/07/22/new-products-from-first-quality/ This week's newsletter educates our readers about insulin pumps. Insulin pumps are a convenient and effective device that helps people with Type 1 diabetes to better manage their glucose levels. These devices are a great alternative to injecting insulin into your body with a syringe. Read more about insulin pumps. If ... http://diabeticblogs.net/adw/2008/07/17/insulin-therapy-part-1-by-marci-page-sloane-ms-rd-ldn-cde-july-16-2008/ We have added two new Insulin Pumps, the Minimed Paradigm 522 Insulin Pump and the Minimed Paradigm 722 Insulin Pump. The Minimed Paradigm 522 holds 176 units of insulin, while the 722 holds 300 units of insulin. These pumps will work with the Minimed Paradigm Glucose Sensor 10 Pack, Minimed ... http://diabeticblogs.net/adw/2008/07/15/adw-adds-two-new-insulin-pumps/ American Diabetes Wholesale will be attending the Florida Dietetic Assocation's 2008 Exhibition at the Boca Raton Resort & Club in Boca Raton, FL.  The event will be held on July 20 and July 21 for exhibiting vendors.  ADW is working hard with not only diabetes educators, but dieticians also.  Many ... http://diabeticblogs.net/adw/2008/07/14/florida-dietetic-associations-2008-exhibition/ This week's newsletter focuses on pre-diabetes. A lot of people are suffering from pre-diabetes and do not even know it. Symptoms may include increased thirst, frequent urination, extreme hunger, unexplained weight loss, fatigue, blurred vision, and slow-healing sores or frequent infection. With the right plan, pre-diabetes can actually be ... http://diabeticblogs.net/adw/2008/07/10/pre-diabetes-can-be-reversed-july-09-2008/ Alternate Site Testing (AST) has becoming more popular over the past few years.  What exactly is AST do you ask?  Simple.  It is a method of testing your  blood sugar without having to prick your finger.  You are able to use your lancing device on several other areas, such as ... http://diabeticblogs.net/adw/2008/07/07/alternate-site-testing/