• Is glucose the new gluten? Sarah Hormachea Diabetes Care and Education
    Nutrition

    Is Glucose the New Gluten?

    Recently, a news media outlet asked me whether glucose is becoming the new gluten, hinting at whether nutrition trends have led to an unjustified fear and preoccupation with blood sugar. The media outlet…

  • misconceptions about immune health. Sarah Hormachea Diabetes Care and Education
    Nutrition

    Misconceptions About Immune Health

    Our immune health is closely linked to our body’s capacity to fend off germs and bacteria. A robust immune system can effectively shield us from foreign invaders. Chronic illnesses, stress, specific medications, and…

  • Behavior change and new habits. Sarah Hormachea diabetes care and education.
    Nutrition

    Behavior Change and New Habits

    As the new year begins, many people start new diets to improve their health. After a month or so, they often feel frustrated and find it tough to stick to these eating behaviors.…

  • Pros and cons of at home A1c testing kits. Sarah Hormachea Diabetes Care and Education
    Diabetes Care & Education

    At Home A1c Test Kits

    An at-home A1c test kit can be a valuable metabolic screening tool for detecting elevated blood sugars due to insulin resistance, a key precursor of type 2 diabetes. These kits provide a convenient…