In pre-diabetes the body’s cells do not respond to insulin properly. As the body’s response decreases, beta cells in the pancreas try to produce more insulin until they burn out and can no longer produce any insulin at all. This is how one might develop irreversible diabetes.

You may have pre-diabetes and not know it since there are no clear signs or symptoms of pre-diabetes.

Metabolism is a combination of chemical reactions that take place in one’s body to convert food into energy that can be used by body organs. Any activity we do during the day – from thinking to running – is fueled by the energy produced through metabolism. Here are 7 tips to regulate your metabolism.

At SageMED we are always investing in new technology to improve your care. Today, we are pleased to announce the imminent arrival of our new GE Logiq-E Ultrasound machine. This high resolution ultrasound device is capable of rendering high resolution scans of your arteries, predicting heart disease with 90% accuracy! The test is quick, simple, and affordable ($195), and has ZERO risk since ultrasound does not emit any harmful radiation.

By now, I am sure most of you have heard something about ACEi’s (angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor) and ARB’s (angiotensin II receptor blockers) with their link to COVID-19. Both of these classes of medications are very widely used all over the world to treat hypertension (high blood pressure), cardiovascular disease, and slow the progression of kidney disease. They are very well tolerated by most people and often have great results with lowering blood pressure.

In light of the recent COVID-19 outbreak, metabolic health is even more important now than ever before. Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions that often occur together and increase your risk of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes.