Dr. Asha Pai Bohannon

06/09/2024

Let’s Master Blood Glucose Monitoring!

Are you looking to take control of your diabetes management? Developing skills for effective self-monitoring of blood glucose is a game-changer! Here’s why it matters and how to get started:

🔬 Why Monitor? Understanding your blood sugar levels helps you make informed decisions about diet, exercise, and medications. It’s the key to staying on top of your health!

📝 Tips for Effective Monitoring:

1. Consistent Schedule: Check your levels at the specific times each day as directed by your health care professional.

2. Keep a Log: Record your readings to identify patterns.

3. Know Your Targets: Work with your healthcare provider to set personalized goals.

4. Stay Prepared: Always have your glucose meter, test strips, and lancets ready.

5. Understand Your Numbers: Learn what your readings mean and how to respond.

Take charge of your diabetes journey. Together, we can achieve better health and well-being! Click the link in my bio to schedule a consultation today!

05/29/2024

😤 𝑨𝒓𝒆 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒖𝒈𝒈𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 𝒘𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒆 𝒕𝒐 𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒓𝒕 𝒐𝒏 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒉𝒆𝒂𝒍𝒕𝒉 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒘𝒆𝒍𝒍𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝒋𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒏𝒆𝒚?

🥺 𝑨𝒓𝒆 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒄𝒓𝒂𝒗𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒐 𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒅 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒕𝒚𝒑𝒆 𝒐𝒇 𝒍𝒊𝒇𝒆 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒅𝒆𝒔𝒊𝒓𝒆?

🥰 𝑨𝒓𝒆 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒚 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒈𝒖𝒊𝒅𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑺𝑼𝑷𝑷𝑶𝑹𝑻 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒏𝒆𝒆𝒅 𝒕𝒐 𝒎𝒂𝒌𝒆 𝒊𝒕 𝒉𝒂𝒑𝒑𝒆𝒏?

I absolutely love helping people learn what metabolic 𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗟𝗧𝗛 looks like and how to create life-long, sustainable changes!

Along with my sweet friend Joy Acaso, we have put together a wonderful introductory program to get you started on the path to health and building sustainable habits. Get ready to 𝑺𝑷𝑨𝑹𝑲 𝒀𝑶𝑼𝑹𝑺𝑬𝑳𝑭 into 𝑹𝒂𝒅𝒊𝒂𝒏𝒕 𝑾𝒆𝒍𝒍𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒔!

Join our next cohort, starting June 1st!

https://paiwellnessgroup.thinkific.com/courses/radiant-wellness

05/23/2024

Recent research suggests that embracing the cold might be the key to unlocking better metabolic health!

Cold exposure for type 2 diabetes means spending time in cooler temperatures to boost insulin sensitivity, burn more calories, and spark metabolic activity.

Studies show that mild cold exposure could revolutionize our approach to managing metabolic diseases like obesity and type 2 diabetes. ❄️💪

🌬️ Cold exposure can increase energy expenditure, promoting the body’s use of glucose and fatty acids. This can potentially lower fasting glucose and insulin levels, especially with repeated exposure.

🧊 While this approach holds promise, there’s still a lot we don’t know, particularly about the long-term effects on those with metabolic syndrome. Early studies indicate that cold exposure may improve insulin sensitivity and reduce fasting glycemia, 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗱!

Would you give cold exposure a try? Let me know in the comments!

05/17/2024

Time for a re-introduction...

Hi There! I am Asha Pai Bohannon, Holistic Pharmacist, a loving wife and mom to two sweet boys in Raleigh, NC.

I am also the owner of Patient Advocacy Initiative (PAI) Wellness Group, a holistic wellness practice, where my focus is helping patients manage pre- and type 2 diabetes and dive into metabolic health with the least amount of medications possible. As a Pharmacist, Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, and Certified Personal Trainer, my aim is to make an impact in patient’s lives by walking alongside them in their health journey.

I also guide and mentor other pharmacists and healthcare professionals to blaze new trails by helping them create and launch their own wellness practice, allowing them to lead the life of their dreams through my Center of Excellence programs!

My mission, whether in health or business, is increasing continuity of care and making a 𝓢𝓟𝓛𝓐𝓢𝓗 💦💦 in the healthcare system by "Making trial and error a thing of the past!"

05/15/2024

If you have been thinking about your health and feel overwhelmed with all the changes you want to do, come join us for a FREE roundtable discussion.

Stress, anxiety, and overwhelm tend to hold us back from making sustainable changes and leading the life we want to lead.

If you don't know where to begin and what steps to take, we'd love to have you be a part of this vital conversation.

Or if you are already in this journey and are looking for accountability, we invite you to share your experience with us.

I'm so excited to collaborate with my friend and offer this to our community.

Hope to see you on May 23rd at 8pm EST!

Link to Register is in comments ⬇️

05/12/2024

To all of the moms, stepmoms, grandmas, aunts, mother figures and everything in between • Happy Mother’s Day 🤍💐

04/22/2024

Happy Earth Day 🌎

Earth Day is a great time to focus on the health of our planet, but it’s also an opportunity to boost your own health and wellness.

Here are some activities that you can do to celebrate Earth Day while improving your physical and mental well-being:

🚶‍♀️Take a nature walk or hike at a local trail or around your neighborhood.

🍅🥕🫑 Start a garden to grow your own fruits and veggies (now is the perfect time to start!) Or, head over to your local farmer’s market to pick up seasonal produce.

🧘‍♀️ Head outside with a yoga mat or blanket for some outdoor yoga or meditation.

Earth Day is a perfect time to reflect on how individual actions can contribute to a healthier planet and a healthier you.

Which activity will you be trying this Earth Day? Share with me in the comments!

04/05/2024

03/29/2024

Type 2 diabetes early detection means identifying the signs and symptoms of diabetes in its initial stages, before it progresses further.
This involves regular health screenings, monitoring blood sugar levels (both fasting and post meals), and recognizing common warning signs such as increased thirst, frequent urination, and unexplained weight loss. Early detection of Type 2 diabetes can be life-changing! Here’s why:

1. Prevent Complications:Catching diabetes early allows for timely intervention, reducing the risk of severe complications like heart disease and stroke.

2. Manageable Treatment: Early diagnosis enables effective management through lifestyle changes, medication, and monitoring, enhancing overall quality of life.

3. Preserve Pancreatic Function:Prompt detection preserves pancreatic function, helping to maintain insulin production and control blood sugar levels naturally.

4. Empowerment Through Education: Knowing early empowers individuals to make informed decisions about their health, leading to better outcomes and proactive self-care.

5. Lower Healthcare Costs:Early intervention can lead to lower healthcare costs by reducing the need for emergency care and long-term complications management.

Don’t wait! Early detection is key to staying ahead of Type 2 diabetes and living a healthier, more fulfilling life.

03/20/2024

In the realm of type 2 diabetes management, there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. Each person’s journey with diabetes is unique, influenced by various factors such as lifestyle, genetics, and overall health.

That’s where individualized medication regimens come into play, offering tailored approaches that can make a world of difference in treatment outcomes and allow for being on the least amount of medications possible!

Here are some key benefits of individualizing medication regimens based on each patient’s individual factors:

1. Optimized Treatment Efficacy: Tailoring medication dosages to factors like age, weight, and insulin sensitivity maximizes treatment effectiveness, ensuring blood sugar levels stay within target ranges.

2. Reduced Risk of Side Effects: Personalizing medication regimens minimizes adverse effects such as hypoglycemia or weight gain by selecting better-tolerated medications for each patient.

3. Improved Adherence: By aligning treatment plans with patient preferences and daily routines, healthcare providers enhance long-term adherence, a critical factor in successful diabetes management.

4. Addressing Patient Preferences: Tailoring medication regimens to patient preferences, whether oral or injectable, convenient, or cost-effective, empowers individuals to take ownership of their treatment plan.
5. Holistic Approach to Care: Individualizing medication regimens is part of a holistic approach to diabetes management, considering lifestyle, dietary changes, and emotional factors to promote overall well-being.

Having a personalized approach to healthcare can bring us one step closer to the goal of holistic, patient-centered care on the least amount of medications possible!

Learn more about our wellness services by clicking the link in our bio!

03/14/2024

I can never resist calling this “PAI” day!! 😁

03/14/2024

Today is World Kidney Day! As a holistic pharmacist, I’m committed to promoting kidney health through mindful medication management, lifestyle adjustments, and empowering wellness choices.

Here are some ways your kidney health and type 2 diabetes go hand in hand 🤝

🩸Type 2 diabetes can damage the small blood vessels in the kidneys over time, leading to a condition called diabetic nephropathy, which can eventually result in kidney failure.

🩸Individuals with type 2 diabetes have a higher risk of developing chronic kidney disease compared to those without diabetes. Elevated blood sugar levels can contribute to the deterioration of kidney function.

🩸Type 2 diabetes is often associated with high blood pressure, which is a significant risk factor for kidney damage. The combination of diabetes and hypertension can accelerate kidney damage and increase the risk of complications.

Pharmacists play a crucial role in the prevention of kidney diseases! We can significantly contribute to the prevention of kidney diseases and improve overall kidney health outcomes.

Let’s raise awareness and prioritize kidney health today and every day! 💚