Diabetes & Health, Nutrition and Fitness

Mark Mincolla & Steve Lichtman on 96.9 WTKK Talk Radio

A Talk on Diabetes & Staying Healthy

Steve Lichtman is president of Lifestyle Fitness Corp and heads up FTGetsResults. com efforts for Fitness Together Studios across Eastern New England and is owner of 4 studios in MA. At Fitness Together, we help our clients lose weight, lower blood pressure and lower blood glucose – often to the point where they need fewer meds. By decreasing people’s dependency on drugs, we can help more people live healthier, productive lives – doing our part to help lower healthcare costs.

For more information on Fitness Together’s program for Diabetes or Fitness Together in Eastern New England

Mark Dana Mincolla, Ph.D.is a natural health care practitioner who has transformed the lives of thousands of people over the last 28 years . Mark has ingeniously integrated ancient Chinese techniques, with cutting edge nutritional science in what has become his innovative Electromagnetic Muscle testing or (EMT) Healing System. The main focus of this integrated east-west approach, or what he calls acutrition is truly like no other, as it effectively zeros in on each individual’s unique nutritional needs.

Dr. Mark brings his 28 years of experience as a natural health expert to millions of television viewers and talk radio listeners throughout the New England area each week. In his dynamic and engaging style, he shares cutting edge nutritional and natural health information as well as ancient healing therapies, and how you can apply this wisdom to take control of your life and help preserve your precious health.

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Diabetes Awareness Month: Nick Jonas’ Simple Wins

The Nick Jonas Diabetes Commercial for Bayer

Nick Discusses his diabetes and surprises a fan.

His post from last month from Nick’s Simple Wins:

October is especially important to me because it was in October that I was diagnosed with diabetes. So much has happened since that time and what a month this October has been, I started out in London performing on the O2 Stage for the 25th anniversary of Les Miserables. Such an amazing experience!

Then it was off to Latin America for the next leg of our World Tour. Which is where I am writing you from today. Such a beautiful place and the people and food here are great. The different cultures are something to be able to experience first hand.

Next month is an important month for the diabetes community. National Diabetes month is the time to raise awareness about Diabetes and what we need to do to find a cure. Bayer and I have some great stuff planned and it will all air on Cambio Cares so be sure to tune in and catch it.

Also remember Nov 14th is World Diabetes Day!

My Simple Win this month – Planning ahead and packing all the supplies I need to monitor my diabetes while traveling out of the country.

-Nick

Nick discusses Diabetes Awareness Month with a new video on Bayer’s Nick’s Simple Wins site

U.S. Diabetes Cases May Triple By 2050

By Trisha Henry, CNN Medical Producer
October 22, 2010 9:27 a.m. EDT

(CNN) — If current obesity trends don’t change, one in three American adults will have diabetes by 2050, according to a report released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Friday.

Currently one in 10 adults has diabetes, and the CDC estimates about 23.6 million people in the United States are living with the disease.

Nearly 6 million of them don’t know they have diabetes and 57 million Americans are headed for diabetes, or are pre-diabetic.

“Diabetes is at the heart of a lot of issues,” said Ann Albright, director of the CDC’s Division of Diabetes Translation.

The disease is the top cause of blindness, lower limb amputations, heart attack and stroke, dementia and cancer, she said.

CDC researchers studied the rise in obesity in the United States in the study, published in the journal Population Health Metrics. They found that the number of Americans living with diabetes is expected to double and possibly even triple.

The overwhelming majority of people will develop Type 2 diabetes, where the body loses its ability to produce insulin. This is often the result of poor diet, obesity and lack of exercise.

Only about five to ten percent of people are born with Type 1 diabetes, which makes them unable to produce insulin, according to the American Diabetes Association.

Albright said two factors contribute to the expected rise in diabetes cases: people are living longer and doctors are diagnosing them earlier.

Researchers found African-American, Hispanic, American Indian and Alaska Native adults were twice as likely as white adults to have diabetes.

A large number of Type 2 cases can be prevented, and the CDC has a plan in place to help reduce the number of new cases and to help improve lifestyle choices so people will be more likely to eat healthy and exercise, Albright said.

These prevention efforts specifically target communities where access to healthy food and safe places to exercise aren’t available, she said.

CNN.com

More Info on Fitness Together’s Type 2 Diabetes Study & Program

Type 2 Diabetes Program / Fitness Together / ADA

Here’s a short film explaining the FT Type 2 Diabetes program being run at the Eastern New England Fitness Together Studios. We are also conducting a type 2 diabetes observational study to examine the impact of this unique 26-week individualized fitness training program.

As you may know, regular blood glucose tests with a small prick on the finger are as important as the exercise in measuring safe success.

“Diabetes is a major health issue affecting more than 24 million Americans, and our franchisees have told us they are happy to have a chance to make a difference,” said Jeff Jervik, president and CEO of Fitness Together Holdings, Inc.

“Through this observational study, we will better understand the impact of diet and exercise on diabetes control, high blood pressure, one’s sense of well-being and the costs of medications,” said Joan Hill, a registered dietitian, certified diabetes educator and licensed dietitian/nutritionist.

To view the full article from the Lexington Minuteman go here on wickedlocal.com

For more info and to see if you qualify, go here on WCVB

Eastern New England Fitness Together is on FTGetsResults.com

Introducing Our Type 2 Diabetes Program

Did You Know That For Men, Women and Teens Diabetes Can Be Controlled Or Prevented With Lifestyle Changes?

For some, it’s easier said than done. Exercise is very important in managing type 2 diabetes. Combining proper nutrition with exercise, and medicine (when prescribed) will help control your weight and blood sugar level.

“When I first started with Fitness Together, I was overweight, out of shape and my cholesterol and diabetes were on the verge of causing major health problems. Through my trainer/FT owner Cathy’s innovative, creative and patient methods, I have managed to bring my AIC level down from 8.7 to 5.8, my cholesterol has dropped significantly, and I am wearing clothes I haven’t been able to wear for years.”
Bob. F. ~ Tyngsboro, MA

Top 10 Benefits of Being Active

1. Improve blood glucose management
2. Lower blood pressure
3. Improve blood fats
4. Take less insulin or diabetes pills
5. Lose weight and keep it off
6. Lower risk for other health problems such as heart attack or stroke
7. Gain more energy and sleep better
8. Relieve stress
9. Build stronger bones and muscles
10. Be more flexible

If you have a family history of diabetes or have gestational diabetes, you are at an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Proper exercise and nutrition can stop diabetes in its tracks.

The Program

• Conduct an initial fitness evaluation, followed by fitness re-tests every 6 weeks• Work one-on-one with a personal trainer 3 times per week, doing strength training in our state of the art, fully equipped private training room

• Do cardiovascular exercise a minimum of 3 times per week for 30 minutes

• Test blood glucose before and after training as observed and recorded by Fitness Together

• Follow the guidelines of the Fitness Together balanced nutrition program

Fitness Together Client Testimonials

“I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in August, 2005. What a shock! They wanted me to go on medication, but I was determined to correct my blood sugar level naturally. I started working out at Fitness Together three times per week, and changed my diet following FT’s recommended nutrition program. Five months later my blood sugar was normal, with NO DRUGS! Even my doctor was impressed.“
Dave. M. ~ Rockland, MA

“With my A1C dropping from 6.6 to 6.1, I have also lost more weight and I am enjoying that! I finally had to open the second box of insulin – it was 6 weeks later then I would have opened it before FT! It’s good to be able to go to the beach without a shirt and not be embarrassed….!
Don. W. ~ Dunstable, MA

“Since starting with Fitness Together my strength and stamina have increased dramatically and my blood sugar level has significantly lowered. Overall I feel better. And despite my crazy hectic schedule the weekly regimen of exercise and nutrition works!”
Jon. L. ~ Barrington, RI

Why Fitness Together?
Fitness Together is committed to supporting the American Diabetes Association. Here are some ways we’re helping people with diabetes:

Cardio for a Cure
Fitness Together studios throughout Eastern New England have joined together as The Official Health and Fitness Sponsor of the ADA’s StepOut Walk to Fight Diabetes. Through our Cardio for a Cure program we are raising over $40,000 to help fight diabetes.

Type 2 Diabetes Fitness Program
Fitness Together is conducting a 6 month type 2 diabetes study to measure the effect of exercise on the management of type 2 diabetes. Based on this study, Fitness Together has developed a specialized fitness program for people with type 2 diabetes to help them lose weight, get in shape and gain better control of their diabetes.

To get started visit FTGetsResults.com Contact one of our participating locations for your free, confidential, no obligation consultation.

Saving Money by Being Healthy

Steve Lichtman on Money Matters with Barry Armstrong

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Part Four

Barry Armstrong talks with Steve Lichtman, President of Lifestyle Fitness Corp which owns 4 Fitness Together personal training franchises. Fitness Together (FT) is the Official Health and Fitness Sponsor for the American Diabetes Association’s Step Out: Walk to Fight Diabetes campaign. FT is conducting a type 2 diabetes study to help people lose weight, lower their blood sugar and reduce their dependency on medication (save money). For their research, Fitness Together studios across MA & RI are looking for type 2 diabetics for this ground-breaking study. Steve also discusses saving money through being healthy, good nutrition and how FT trainers help all their clients with personal, one-on-one training, especially those who have always had to struggle to lose weight and then maintain that weight loss.

Barry has hosted Money Matters Radio with Barry Armstrong for over 10 years. His passion is to educate listeners and help them with their financial questions and quandaries. With 25 years of expertise in the financial services industry Barry is experienced at solving the many financial issues that are discussed daily on the show.

For more information on Fitness Together in MA

For more information on the FT/ADA Type 2 Diabetes Study

Participants Still Needed For FT/ADA Type 2 Diabetes Study

Our latest commercials. Fitness Together is still looking for participants in their Type 2 Diabetes study they are holding across MA and RI.

For more info and to see if you qualify, go here on WCVB

Type 2 Study by FT Studios In MA & RI

Impact Of Diet & Exercise Impact On Diabetes Will Be Researched

50 Participants Needed For Study

Some of the newest clients exercising at area Fitness Together franchised studios in Massachusetts and Rhode Island are doing more than stepping on a scale to chart their progress. They’re giving blood.

They are part of a type 2 diabetes observational study being conducted by area Fitness Together studios to examine the impact of a 26-week individualized fitness training program. Regular blood glucose tests with a small prick on the finger are as important as the exercise in measuring safe success.

“Diabetes is a major health issue affecting more than 24 million Americans, and our franchisees have told us they are happy to have a chance to make a difference,” says Jeff Jervik, president and CEO of Fitness Together Holdings, Inc.

Fitness Together studios are welcoming a minimum of 50 subjects to the program and will share the results with the American Diabetes Association (ADA) of Eastern New England where the Fitness Together franchise group is also the Official Health and Fitness Sponsor for the ADA’s Step Out: Walk to Fight Diabetes.

In one of the largest research projects of its kind, 42 Fitness Together studios have assembled across Massachusetts and Rhode Island to enlist men and women over the age of 30 who have been clinically diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and are more than 30 pounds overweight. They will be monitored a Certified Diabetes Educator as well as Fitness Together studio personal trainers.

“Through this study, we will better understand the impact of diet and exercise on diabetes control, high blood pressure, one’s sense of well-being and the costs of medications,” explains Joan Hill, Registered Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator and Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist (RD, CDE, LDN).

“The mission of the ADA is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. We are supportive of the Fitness Together franchise group’s efforts to gather information for a better understanding on how working with a personal trainer can motivate those with diabetes to improve their control,” said Chris Boynton, executive director for the Eastern New England area of the American Diabetes Association.

From July through December, the Fitness Together studios will chart weight loss and conduct A1c tests, which measure one’s average blood glucose level and helps track if people are at risk of complications due to uncontrolled diabetes. The studios will also track blood pressure, medication use and sense of well-being before and after test results and look for indicators of significant health improvements from the clients. People with type 2 diabetes who wish to be part of the study can locate participating studios at our Cardio For A Cure page on the BostonChannel.com or through our blog page on Step Up For A Cure Studio List

Each client who signs up for the type 2 diabetes study must be cleared by a doctor to exercise and must agree to six-months of observation for the following:

• resistance training three times a week with a personal trainer in the studio
• cardiovascular exercise a minimum of three times a week in the studio
• an initial fitness evaluation followed by fitness re-tests every six weeks
• documenting of all meals in a nutrition journal
• frequent blood glucose checks at Fitness Together

In the help to fight diabetes, the Fitness Together studio franchise owners have also pledged to raise a minimum of $40,000 for the ADA Eastern New England Chapter. To join the cause, you can make a donation at participating studios or visit our Cardio for a Cure link in cooperation with the ADA.

Online press | Providence Journal | News9 West

50 Participants Needed For Type 2 Diabetes Study

We’re looking for 50 people with type 2 diabetes to participate in our 26 week exercise program now through December, 2010. Upon acceptance, we will subsidize up to 50% (you’ll save up to $2,500) on our complete 6 month program. Your participation is part of our Fitness Together diabetes study.

You will experience Fitness Together’s holistic approach which combines strength and cardio training with nutritional coaching to help overcome type 2 diabetes. We’ve seen clients lose weight, lower their blood sugar and reduce their medication. With 42 FT studios participating, we’re looking to make a positive impact on the lives of many more individuals and their families.

Who May Qualify:

• Men and women ages 30 and older and 30 or more pounds overweight

• You must be diagnosed with type 2 diabetes under a doctor’s care.

• You should live or work within 10 miles of a participating Fitness Together
  location.

A list of participating locations is below. For contact information, to sign up & read the participation rules please go [ here ]

Your 26 week type 2 diabetes study program includes:

• 1-on-1 private personal training 3 times per week, in a Fitness Together studio

• Cardiovascular exercise at a minimum of 3 times per week, in-studio
• Complete initial fitness evaluation, followed by re-tests every 6 weeks
• Nutritional coaching – work within the guidelines of the Fitness Together
  balanced nutrition program. Fitness Together requires the client to consult with
  his own medical professional/nutritionist for direct nutritional counseling
• To be available to conduct regular blood glucose checks as observed and
  recorded by an approved Fitness Together medical professional
• Fitness Together will subsidize 6 months of training at 50% the regular cost of
  our 6 month program. As a study participant, you agree to comply with the
  above and allow FT and their agencies to publicize their results, quotes, statis-
  tics, photos in our Public Relations, marketing and television ads.

Participating Fitness Together Locations:
Cardio for a Cure and Type 2 Diabetes Study

MASSACHUSETTS

Andover
166 N. Main St.,Ste 3A Andover MA

Arlingon
37 Broadway Arlington MA

Auburndale
Commonwealth Ave. Auburndale MA

Belmont
30 Church St Belmont MA

Beverly
Cummings Ctr., Ste 98X Beverly MA

Boston – Back Bay
36 Newbury St. Boston MA

Boston – North End
45 Hanover St Boston MA

Boston – South End
Columbus Ave., Ste 2F Boston MA

Bridgewater
220 Winter St. Bridgewater MA

Brookline
1404 Beacon St. Brookline MA

Burlington
184 Cambridge St. Burlington MA

Cambridge
143 Hampshire St. Cambridge MA

Canton
575 Washington St. Canton MA

Chelmsford
15 Alpine Lane Chelmsford MA

Cohasset
790 Chief Justice Cushing Hwy Cohasset MA

Dedham
115 Eastern Ave. Dedham MA

Franklin
13 Main St. Franklin MA

Lexington
433 Marrett Rd. Lexington MA

Lynnfield
10 A Post Office Square Lynnfield MA

Mansfield
80 Copeland Dr. Mansfield MA

Medfield
238 Main St. Medfield MA

Melrose
445 Franklin St. Melrose MA

Middleton
149 S. Main St. Middleton MA

Natick
Six South Ave. Natick MA

Newburyport
80 State St. Newburyport MA

Newton Centre
796 Beacon St. Newton Centre MA

Newtonville
309 Walnut St. Newtonville MA

North Andover
73 Main St. N.Andover MA

N. Attleboro
S. Washington St. N. Attleboro MA

Norwell
454 Washington St. Norwell MA

Reading
137 Main St. (RTE 28) Reading MA

Sudbury
423 Boston Post Rd. Sudbury MA

Tyngsboro/Nashua
130 Middlesex Rd., Ste 2 Tyngsboro MA

Wayland
44 Main St. Wayland MA

57 E. Main St. Westborough MA

Westford
75 Littleton Rd. Westford MA

Westwood
930 High St. Westwood MA

Winchester
605R Main St. Winchester MA

RHODE ISLAND

Providence
45 Elmgrove Ave. Providence RI

Lincoln
3 Wake Robin Rd. Lincoln RI

E. Greenwich
788 Main St. E. Greenwich RI

Barrington
334A County Rd. Barrington RI

For contact information at each location, to sign up for the study & read the participation rules please go [ here ]