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06/05/2026

National survey reveals a gap in Type 1 diabetes care at school: while at home students use CGMs and pumps, but most classrooms lag behind forcing parents to intervene.

06/04/2026

Support long-term health and aging: Muscle mass naturally declines with age — and it starts early. “Loss of muscle starts at around age 25 if you’re not doing something to offset it,” Dr. Nessel states. Functional training can help slow that process and may help you maintain independence as you get older. .

Functional strength training involves exercises that mimic everyday movements, such as squatting and push ups. Read about the benefits and how to get started.

06/03/2026

Strength training may be especially important with age because muscle mass naturally declines over time. Maintaining muscle helps support balance, independence, bone health, and metabolic health as people get older.

You don’t need expensive biohacking gadgets to support healthy aging. Longevity doctors say some of the most powerful habits for living healthier longer—like walking more, sleeping consistently, managing stress, and staying mentally engaged—are completely free.

06/02/2026

“Maintaining a structured meal routine may help support sleep hygiene and digestive function over time. That might mean front-loading your calories earlier in the day, setting a loose "kitchen is closed" time in the evening, or finding non-food ways to wind down after a stressful day, like a walk, a shower, or a good book.” .

New research shows that stress and late-night eating together can worsen gut symptoms and harm your microbiome, a "double hit" your digestion doesn't need.

06/01/2026

“If you've ever felt like your health is stuck on a bumpy road, consider the Mediterranean diet. It’s not a detour, but a path back to vitality. It's not a strict regimen; it's a road map to good health.”

In 2018, my journey with the Mediterranean diet was jumpstarted with a simple sheet of paper from my doctor's office when I was first diagnosed with prediabetes ....

05/31/2026

You don’t have to cut them out completely. The key is knowing which foods are more likely to spike your blood sugar, and what to pair with them to help keep things steady. .

Read through the news articles and press releases about and from the team at St. Vincent's Medical Center in Bridgeport.

05/29/2026

Besides its primary function in calcium metabolism, vitamin D may play a role in reducing inflammation and moderating immune function in the body. This may be why research has found links between vitamin D deficiency and various autoimmune diseases like multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, and type 1 diabetes.

Vitamin D deficiency can lead to bone softening and subsequent bone pain and fractures. Learn its causes, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.

05/28/2026

A registered dietitian explains how almond, oat, soy and other dairy-free milks compare and how to choose a milk substitute that fits your needs.

05/27/2026

Prevention of stroke in people with diabetes is important and can take many forms. Healthcare providers may use a risk assessment tool to estimate the risk of stroke in a person with diabetes.

Diabetes and high blood glucose levels are connected to a higher risk of stroke. Learn the reasons why and how to best manage diabetes and prevent stroke.