Diabetes 101 with Dr. Boyd Lyles

It's amazing how many of our stories feature people with diabetes, or who have a family history of the disease. Clearly, this is a serious issue that's top of mind for many of our readers.

That's why Jackie and I recently took some time to talk with Dr. Boyd Lyles, Medical Director of L A Weight Loss, about the disease. He helps break down the basics, and offers some insightful advice for those who are diabetic -- or hope to avoid it. Take a listen here:



And don't forget that next Tuesday, March 27, is the American Diabetes Alert, an annual call-to-action day for people to find out if they're at risk for the disease. So if it's been a while since your last physical, now's the perfect time to see your doctor for a complete check-up.