The Nutritionist and Nurse

06/19/2026

MEDICARE UPDATE: GLP-1 WEIGHT-LOSS MEDICATIONS MAY BE MORE AFFORDABLE STARTING JULY 1, 2026

Some Medicare beneficiaries may qualify for GLP-1 medications for as little as $50 per month through the new Medicare GLP-1 Bridge Program.

Do you qualify? Here’s what you need to know:

✅ You must have Medicare Part D coverage

✅ You must meet medical eligibility requirements, including:
• A BMI of 35 or higher, OR
• A BMI of 27 or higher with a weight-related condition such as high blood pressure, sleep apnea, high cholesterol, or heart disease

✅ Your healthcare provider must determine that a GLP-1 medication is appropriate for you

✅ You must participate in a comprehensive weight-management plan that includes nutrition, physical activity, and behavior changes

✅ Prior authorization is required before the medication can be approved

The program is scheduled to run from July 1, 2026, through December 31, 2027.

Medications that may be included for eligible participants include Wegovy® and Zepbound®.

Remember: Medication is a tool—not a replacement for healthy habits. Sustainable results come from combining the right treatment plan with lifestyle changes and ongoing support.

Have questions about prediabetes, Medicare Diabetes Prevention, or healthy weight management?

Send us a message or talk with your healthcare provider.

www.thenutritionistandnurse.health/contact

06/02/2026

June is Men’s Health Month

The best thing the strongest man can do is finally take care of himself.

Not just work hard.
Not just provide.
Not just “push through.”

But slow down long enough to check his blood pressure, learn his numbers, move his body, drink more water, rest, and nourish himself before illness forces him to.

A healthy man brings a different kind of peace into a home.
More energy. More presence. More years. More life.

This month, let’s normalize:

* Preventive care
* Talking about stress
* Better eating habits
* Walking after meals
* Checking blood glucose
* Prioritizing sleep
* Drinking more water
* Learning family history
* Choosing healing over silence

Many men are living with prediabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, stress, and exhaustion without even realizing how connected it all is.

Health is not weakness.
Prevention is not weakness.
Asking for help is not weakness.

Strong men take care of themselves too.

To every father, brother, son, husband, uncle, mentor, and friend … your health matters, your life matters, and your future matters.

05/28/2026

The part that people don’t talk about: “The total cost of diagnosed diabetes in the United States exceeds $245 billion and contributes to more an 230,000 deaths.”

I’m just curious…what has your provider told you about diabetes?

The Nutritionist and Nurse will now service Type 2 Diabetics. We believe our program is pivotal for the self management of Type 2 Diabetes.

If you are interested in beating Type 2 Diabetes, click the link below.

Let’s Beat Type 2!


bit.ly/TYPE2SELFMANAGEMENT

05/26/2026

Laughter is good for the soul, the heart, and even blood glucose.

A little joy can lower stress, lighten your mood, and help your body feel safer.

So here’s your healthy dose of laughter today:

Q: What do you call an alligator in a vest?
A: An investigator.

Q: Why do ducks have feathers on their tails?
A: To cover their butt quacks.

Q: Why don’t melons get married?
A: Because they cantaloupe.

Sometimes wellness is a salad.
Sometimes it’s a walk.
And sometimes it’s a good laugh.

Let’s Beat Type 2.

If you or a loved one is at risk of Type 2 Diabetes or have a diagnosis of Pre-Diabetes please visit www.areyouatriskfortype2.com

We have a mission to assist 400 people prevent the diagnosis of Type 2 Diabetes this year.

Will you assist us by sharing or liking this post?

You have prediabetes, now what? The Nutritionist and Nurse offers a nurse-led, CDC-recognized National Diabetes Prevention Program that is delivered virtually to anyone in the U.S. at little or no cost. Your next step starts here.

05/01/2026

Open Book Therapy & Wellness, PLLC is excited about kicking off Mental Health Awareness Month this May with purpose, presence, and real conversation.

Men, you’re invited to come out and be part of something impactful.

Come out from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM for a powerful session: “The Locker Room: Pressure, Pain & Presence” Presented by

📍 Location:
Dr. Wanda Bamberg Professional Development and Resource Center
9999 Veterans Memorial Dr
Houston, Texas 77038

✅ Free & open to the public (18+)
🎟 Registration required (scan QR or visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1986952482362?aff=oddtdtcreator)

05/01/2026

May’s seasonal produce is a prevention strategy, not just a grocery list.

For women at risk for diabetes, what’s in season right now directly supports blood sugar, hormones, and energy.

Cruciferous veggies aid hormonal detox.
Fiber slows glucose absorption.
Citrus fights oxidative stress.
Healthy fats reduce inflammation.
Berries are low-glycemic and antioxidant-rich. Leafy greens sustain energy through iron and folate.

This year, we are working toward enrolling 400 people in our CDC-recognized diabetes prevention program.

Every intentional choice, starting with what you put on your plate, is a step toward reversing the risk.

If your blood sugar has been higher than normal, there is a program designed for you.

www.areyouatriskfortype2.com

05/01/2026

May’s seasonal produce is a prevention strategy, not just a grocery list.

For women at risk for diabetes, what’s in season right now directly supports blood sugar, hormones, and energy. Cruciferous veggies aid hormonal detox.

Fiber slows glucose absorption.
Citrus fights oxidative stress. Healthy fats reduce inflammation.
Berries are low-glycemic and antioxidant-rich.
Leafy greens sustain energy through iron and folate.
Eating in season is one of the simplest forms of prevention.

Swipe through and start there.

www.areyouatriskfortype2.com

04/26/2026

I created Club 150 for Mr. Tony and others.

One of our participants shared that Club 150 helps because he can stand in front of the computer, follow along, and do the exercises without pressure. He said he doesn’t have to count reps — when the music stops, he knows he did enough.

That touched me deeply.

Sometimes people don’t need complicated fitness plans. They need something simple, supportive, and doable. They need movement that feels achievable. They need a win.

Club 150 is about helping real people move their bodies, build confidence, and stay consistent in a way that fits real life.

Real people. Real results. Real consistency.

This kind of feedback means everything because it shows the program is working where it matters most in everyday lives.

We’re just getting started, and more workouts are coming next month.

Small steps. Real people. Real progress.

04/25/2026

Day 4 and Day 5

Positioning to make a difference.
Over these last two days, I spent time:

Working through referrals, real people looking for support
Navigating insurance and operations, because billing knowledge matters in healthcare
Attending the 2026 Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program Supplier Summit
Receiving referrals through Solace Health via American Diabetes Association
Continuing to build my asynchronous diabetes prevention program

And something stood out to me:

Many of those referrals signed up because an advocate helped them move forward.

That matters.

Assisting someone in advocating for their health is prevention.

Helping people understand their options, use their benefits, ask questions, and take the next step can change everything.

One of my favorite sessions at the summit was on behavioral economics understanding how people make decisions, what motivates action, and how systems can better support healthier choices.

That is powerful, because prevention is not just about information. It is about behavior, environment, trust, timing, and access.

Just days ago, I was on a med-surg floor carrying 8 patients and driving home with chest pain from the stress.

This week, I’m in a different space , building solid systems, responding referrals, onboarding, and creating programs that can help people before they become another crisis.

Same woman. Different lane.

I’m not starting over. I’m building from every lesson nursing ever gave me.

As Day 5 closes, I’m still working on building an asynchronous program that can educate, support, and reach people beyond the limits of time, location, or schedule.

CDC FULL PLUS Recognition
Medicare Diabetes Prevention Supplier

Day 6 tomorrow.

04/23/2026

My notes and notebook are ready.
Ordering some snacks and locking in.
am so excited to see what they are going to say today.