David T. Broome, MD 
Just last week, a patient named Sarah sat in my clinic looking completely exhausted. She recently started her new diabetes medication and asked me point-blank, “Does metformin cause diarrhea?” If you just started this medication and are suddenly dealing with urgent bathroom trips, you are certainly not alone. Gastrointestinal issues are the most common reason … Read more
Hello there. When a patient sits in my office, they often look completely terrified about losing their sight. Just last week, I interviewed a patient named John who noticed sudden dark floaters. He desperately needed a clear diabetic retinopathy treatment plan to save his vision. As a board-certified MD, I assured him that modern medicine … Read more
Dealing with a diagnosis of diabetes is often a massive life shift. However, nothing is quite as scary as facing a sudden metabolic crisis. Have you ever felt that strange, fruity scent on your breath or noticed your heart racing for no clear reason? These can be the first signs of a dangerous complication. Getting … Read more
Hello, I am Dr. David T. Broome, MD. Just last week, I sat down with a patient named Sarah who felt completely overwhelmed by her recent diagnosis. She stared at her new prescriptions and asked me, “Where do I even start?” Therefore, I walked her through the current diabetes treatment guidelines to build a clear, … Read more
Living with constant foot pain is completely exhausting. You probably feel incredibly frustrated right now. Specifically, that burning or tingling sensation keeps you awake all night long. Consequently, finding effective diabetic neuropathy treatment becomes your absolute top priority. As a doctor, I see this daily in my clinic. I recently treated a patient named John. … Read more
When patients first receive a new prescription for managing their type 2 diabetes, a sense of anxiety is completely normal. In my practice, one of the most frequent conversations I have revolves around glipizide side effects. Patients often ask me directly, “Is glipizide bad for you, or is it going to make me feel worse?” … Read more
Managing prediabetes starts with smart food choices. And whole grains for prediabetes are a powerful, evidence-backed tool in your metabolic toolkit. Prediabetes means elevated fasting glucose (100-125 mg/dL) and underlying insulin resistance. Without intervention, 15-30% progress to type 2 diabetes within five years. But diet remains the most effective, accessible intervention. Yet confusion abounds: “Are … Read more
Knowing the worst food for prediabetes is your first defense. Prediabetes means elevated blood sugar. It signals insulin resistance. Without action, it often progresses to type 2 diabetes. But diet is your most powerful tool. Many patients ask me, “What is the worst food for prediabetes?” Or “What should I avoid on a prediabetes diet … Read more
If you have recently been diagnosed with elevated blood sugar, adding fiber rich foods for prediabetes to your meals might be the most powerful, life-changing intervention you can make. Just last month, I sat down with Maria, a 46-year-old patient who was terrified by her recent lab results. She asked me what the best food … Read more
Starting your day right matters. Especially if you have prediabetes. That morning meal isn’t just about hunger. It’s a metabolic signal. The right breakfast for prediabetes directly influences your fasting glucose. It modulates insulin sensitivity. It can even affect your energy and cravings all day long. I hear this question daily in my clinic: “What … Read more