Introducing Monika Jacobson: Our new Director of Lifestyle Health
We could not be more thrilled to welcome our newest team member, Monika Jacobson, to The Prevention Center and Bale Doneen family! Monika, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) by training, joined our team in November and will serve as our Director of Lifestyle Health. She comes to us with a wealth of experience working with […]
Gingerbread Energy Bites
Feeling the sugar rush this holiday season? Us too, and it can be a lot! But let’s face it: Sometimes a sweet treat can be nice, especially when everyone around you is indulging in the seasonal goodies. These naturally sweetened gingerbread bites hit that sweet spot, combining a hefty load of protein and healthy fat […]
Lipoprotein(a): New kid on the block, or a well-known foe?
Our commitment to comprehensive cardiovascular care has been steadfast for more than 20 years; this includes evidence-based genetic testing. One genetic test garnering recent public attention is lipoprotein(a), an inherited lipid disorder affecting around 23% of the population. Though it is just now showing up in the mainstream media, Lipoprotein(a) is nothing new for Bale […]
A Blood Sugar Friendlier take on NYC Pizza
In honor of the New York City Marathon, AND Diabetes Awareness month, in November we are featuring a blood-sugar friendlier pizza. This pizza crust is a cinch and comes together in minutes without needing time for the dough to rise! It’s great for Friday Pizza Night, or when craving pizza but want to boost the nutritional value […]
Our own Brea Seaburg runs NY Marathon, despite having Type 1 Diabetes
Please read this story from The Spokesman-Review about Prevention Center for Heart & Brain Health nurse practitioner Brea Seaburg, who recently ran the New York Marathon! As Brea said: “I don’t want to be defined by this chronic illness.” https://www.spokesman.com/stories/2023/nov/07/despite-type-1-diabetes-local-nurse-practitioner-d/ Share This Article
Lessons from the Blue Zones: The Vital Role of Community
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Low-Dose Colchicine: Another tool in the BDM toolbox
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Savory Pumpkin Chili
Adapted from a well-loved recipe by The Pioneer Woman We all associate pumpkins with October: spooky jack-o’-lanterns, pumpkin spice lattes and beautifully decorated porches — it truly is a magical season! But did you know that pumpkin also packs an impressive punch of vital vitamins and electrolytes needed to keep you healthy during the change […]
Autumn is a Good Time to Review and Update Your Vaccines
Fall has arrived — along with school, colds, coughs, and infections. Take the smart steps now to keep yourself healthy and thriving! We all love fall, with the return of routine, cozy seasonal meals and pumpkin spice everything! But along with the fun parts of the change in seasons, the return of fall also beckons […]