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Robbie Almeida, a Costco pharmacist in Ann Arbor, Michigan, finally quit smoking after 15 years of advising her customers to do the same. This is how she did it. As a pharmacist, Robbie knew about the health benefits of vitamins and other supplements. She also knew that certain vitamins and supplements would help her quit smoking. “I take a multivitamin. I take triglycerides. I take flaxseed oil, probiotics and CoQ10. And I take a calcium pill.” Robbie tells her customers at Costco pharmacy that wanting to quit is the first big step. For Robbie, once she made that decision, the rest followed easily. Read the full article of “Quitting Smoking: A Costco Pharmacist’s Story” here.]]>
Keeping your blood glucose levels under control can be hard to do when you’re busy, especially if you count carbs as part of your balanced meal plan. You may not always have time to count carbs when you have to grab something fast at work, or while running errands. At these times, meal replacements may be just the help you need to keep your blood glucose levels on track. What exactly are meal replacements, and how can they help improve one’s health? The answers to these questions can be found in the full article, here.]]>
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When it comes to controlling your blood glucose, you have probably researched the impact of everything from food, to exercise, to weight control. But have you looked into how spices may impact it? Cinnamon is a spice that doesn’t just add great flavor to foods; it may help to lower blood glucose as well. The best benefit it offers is that it’s all-natural and considered safe for most people with diabetes. Does it sound too good to be true? In Medieval times, cinnamon was used for medicinal purposes thanks to its high antioxidant properties. Research now shows us that it may be a powerful player in the fight against diabetes. Read the full article on how Cinammon can improve your blood glucose control here.]]>
GLUCERNA? Nutritional Vanilla Shake AS A COSTCO SHOPPER, you most likely have come across container after container of meal and snack replacement options.? From shakes to bars, these products can be marketed to do everything from help you to build muscle, lose weight, and even better control your blood glucose levels. But do they really do what they claim? Are meal replacements such as these products necessary for those with diabetes? Let’s take a closer look. What are meal replacements? Meal replacements are liquid shakes or bars that are eaten alone or in combination with foods such as fresh fruit and vegetables to replace a standard breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Meal replacements typically contain a high percentage of protein along with carbohydrates and fats to replicate the nutrients that would be found in a meal. These products are also typically fortified with vitamins and minerals. The calorie content and nutrient profile of the replacement determine whether it should be used as a meal, a snack, or as part of a meal with fruits and vegetables added. For instance, a shake with only 100 calories would not be substantial enough alone to be counted as a meal. However, this shake [...]]]>