After a Disappointing A1c Result, 5 Things I'm Doing to Get Back on Track
May 28, 2021
Ilene's recent test results were higher than usual; here's what she's doing to rebound.
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Ilene Raymond Rush
Ilene Raymond Rush is an award winning health and science freelance writer. Based on her own experiences with type 2 diabetes, she brings a personal take and a reporter’s eye to examine the best and newest methods of treating and controlling the disease.
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Anna Panzarella, RDN
Anna Panzarella, RDN, CD is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a background in health coaching, disease prevention and management. She has been working in the corporate wellness industry for the past 4 years and helps others to actualize their personal health goals through nutrition education, counseling and goal-setting. Anna is also an ACE Certified Health Coach and Group Fitness Instructor.