Dear Valued Customer,
New Year, New Name, Same Great Program!
Welcome to the first edition of the CoreVantage (previously known as the Care Advocate) newsletter! As we step into a new year, we’re excited to continue providing you with the same trusted guidance and resources to help you manage your diabetes. This month, we’re sharing wellness tips, expert advice for managing your supplies, and opportunities to connect with Registered Dietitians (RDs) from our sister company, GemCare Wellness.
Managing diabetes can be challenging, but you’re never alone. Through COREVantage, EHCS remains dedicated to supporting your health and wellness journey by offering personalized tools, encouragement, and expertise. Thank you for trusting us to be part of your path to better health! |
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New Year, New Diabetes Goals!
The start of the year is a perfect time to refresh your approach to managing diabetes. Take this opportunity to reassess your health goals, focus on a balanced diet, commit to regular exercise, and ensure proper use of medications or insulin. Setting realistic goals and seeking support can help make this year a positive step toward healthier diabetes management.
Set SMART Goals for Success
SMART goals are a proven way to define and track your progress effectively. Here’s how they work:
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Specific: Clearly define your goal with actionable details (e.g., "include" or "eat" rather than "know").
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Measurable: Choose goals with measurable outcomes so you can track progress (e.g., “yes or no” or on a scale).
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Achievable: Ensure the goal is realistic and possible with the resources you have.
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Realistic: Start small and build gradually, making adjustments as needed.
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Timed: Set a clear timeframe to achieve your goal (e.g., one week or three months).
Examples of SMART Goals:
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Non-SMART: Eat more vegetables.
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SMART: Starting today, for the next week, include at least one non-starchy vegetable at lunch and dinner.
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SMART: Starting next Monday, eat a salad with lunch at least three times a week for a month.
Need help creating SMART goals? Your COREVantage Registered Dietitian is here to guide you! |
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Join Our Free Webinar: Diabetes Medications & Blood Glucose Management
Mark your calendar for Wednesday, February 26th, at 11 AM EST, and join us for an informative virtual webinar on diabetes medications and blood glucose management.
Learn how different medications work, tips for optimizing blood sugar control, and strategies to support your health journey. Whether you are newly diagnosed or looking to enhance your understanding, this session is packed with valuable insights. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with experts and get your questions answered—all from the comfort of your home! |
NEVER RUN OUT OF YOUR SUPPLIES!
At Edwards Health Care Services (EHCS), we provide the best customer experience in diabetes supply delivery. With multiple reorder options, we make it easy to get the supplies you need when you need them.
Regardless of your choice, as an EHCS customer, you will receive refill reminders through email, text, phone call, and/or mail to ensure no delays in receiving your diabetes supplies.
Important Reminder: Be sure to pay any outstanding deductibles and coinsurance to avoid delays in processing your order.
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Reorder your supplies today by simply completing our refill form.
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Place your reorder directly from the palm of your hand with a quick text message. Don’t wait; sign up today!
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Call our 24/7 automated refill line* at 877.476.6060 to reorder your supplies.
*Please note this service will only work if you are in your insurance-approved reorder window. |
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Recipe Corner: Pork Roast
Prep time: 40 min, Cook time: 1 hour & 30 minutes, Rest time: 15 minutes, Total time: 2 hours & 25 minutes, Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients:
Olive oil spray
1 tablespoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt or ½ tablespoon of any other salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon paprika regular or smoked
1 teaspoon dried sage
1 teaspoon dried thyme
3 pounds pork shoulder roast boneless
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Instructions:
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Prep the Pan and Spices: Line a baking sheet with foil, place a wire rack on top, and spray it with olive oil. Mix salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, sage, and thyme in a small bowl.
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Season the Pork: Pat the pork roast dry and place it on the rack. Rub the spice mixture all over, then spray the top with olive oil.
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Preheat and Rest: Preheat your oven to 425°F. Let the roast sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes while the oven heats.
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Roast: Insert a meat thermometer into the center of the roast. Roast at 425°F for 15 minutes, then reduce the heat to 375°F and continue roasting until the thermometer reads 145°F (about 25 minutes per pound, or 75 minutes for a 3-pound roast).
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Rest and Serve: Remove the roast from the oven, tent it loosely with foil, and let it rest for 20 minutes. Remove the butcher twine, slice, and serve.
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For larger roasts, adjust cooking time to 25 minutes per pound, ensuring the internal temperature reaches 145°F. If the top browns too quickly, tent it with foil.
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Resting the roast is crucial to lock in juices and flavor. Don’t skip the 20-minute wait!
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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3–4 days. Reheat gently in the microwave at 50% power.
Nutrition Facts: Serving size: 6 ounces, Amount per serving: Calories 494, Total Fat 39g, Saturated Fat 13g, Sodium 390mg |
Sources:
1. Easy Pork Roast. Healthy Recipes Blog. Accessed October 10th, 2024. https://healthyrecipesblogs.com/wprm_print/easy-pork-roast
2. Symptoms & Treatment of Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Glucose). American Diabetes Association. Accessed November 6, 2024. https://diabetes.org/living-with-diabetes/hypoglycemia-low-blood-glucose/symptoms-treatment
3. GemCare Wellness. Setting SMART Goals educational handout.
Disclaimer: The information contained here within is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor, go to the emergency department, or call 911 immediately. GemCare Wellness (GCW), a GEMCORE family company, does not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned here within. Reliance on any information provided by GCW, GCW employees, contracted writers, or medical professionals presenting content for publication here within is solely at your own risk. |
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