I always tell my patients with diabetes that high glucose levels are bad, but low levels are worse. Remember the warning signs and be ready to take action if…
Monica Therese Cating-Cabral, MD · · 3 min read
Symptoms of diabetes can include increased thirst, frequent urination, weight loss despite an increased appetite, blurring of vision, fatigue, irritability,…
Monica Therese Cating-Cabral, MD · · 4 min read
Good sources of vitamin C include, not only citrus fruits such as oranges and calamansi, but also vegetables like broccoli, potatoes, spinach and tomatoes.
Monica Therese Cating-Cabral, MD · · 5 min read
Vitamin D helps in building and maintaining healthy bones by helping your body absorb calcium, the primary component of bones. A low vitamin D can cause low…
Monica Therese Cating-Cabral, MD · · 3 min read
Remember, it is better to get calcium from your diet if possible. If you are taking enough calcium-rich foods in your diet, you may not need any calcium…
Monica Therese Cating-Cabral, MD · · 3 min read
Regular application of sunblock is paramount in preventing sun damage. Whether you’re lounging at the beach or running errands, incorporating sunblock into…
Monica Therese Cating-Cabral, MD · · 3 min read
Dehydration happens when you lose more water than you take in. Mild dehydration can result in fatigue and sluggishness, while severe dehydration can lead to…
Monica Therese Cating-Cabral, MD · · 3 min read
Artificial sweeteners are widely used in processed foods, including soft drinks, powdered drink mixes and other beverages. These are also used to substitute…
Monica Therese Cating-Cabral, MD · · 4 min read
During the season of Lent, many Catholics had spent 40 days practicing fasting and abstinence. Over the years, others have taken up this increasingly popular…
Monica Therese Cating-Cabral, MD · · 4 min read
During my first pregnancy, I reveled in being able to eat whatever I wanted, only to find out that when you are pregnant you are not really eating for two. At…
Monica Therese Cating-Cabral, MD · · 3 min read
