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Rx Health and Wellness

by Alexandra Santamaria PharmD, CDCES, Diabetes/Health Coach

Are you over forty with diabetes type 2, or other chronic diseases like high blood pressure, PCOS, and overweight, and want to start getting healthy and reversing the disease? Subscribe to learn easy steps based on Functional Medicine principles to start getting healthier.

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Resending: Ready for More? Upgrade to Our Paid Wellness Newsletter 💌 (SALE)

Take Your Health Journey to the Next Level Hello Reader, You’ve been getting our free weekly health tips—and I’m so glad you’re here. But if you’re looking for more depth, structure, and real results, I’d love to personally invite you to upgrade to our Paid Wellness Newsletter. Why upgrade? Each week, our Paid Wellness Newsletter goes beyond surface tips. You’ll get: ✅ In-depth guidance on blood sugar, hormones, gut health & chronic disease✅ Step-by-step action plans you can actually follow✅...

3 days ago • 1 min read

Let’s Take the Guesswork Out of Managing Your Blood Sugar Hello Reader, If you’ve ever left a doctor’s appointment with more questions than answers, you’re not alone. Most visits are too short to cover what really matters—how to eat, move, and live day to day with Type 2 diabetes or high blood sugar. That’s why health coaching and community support are so powerful. You deserve a place where you can ask questions, get clear guidance, and feel supported—without judgment or confusion. That’s...

4 days ago • 1 min read

Let’s Take the Guesswork Out of Managing Your Blood Sugar Hello Reader, If you’ve ever left a doctor’s appointment with more questions than answers, you’re not alone. Most visits are too short to cover what really matters—how to eat, move, and live day to day with Type 2 diabetes or high blood sugar. That’s why health coaching and community support are so powerful. You deserve a place where you can ask questions, get clear guidance, and feel supported—without judgment or confusion. That’s...

6 days ago • 1 min read

Hello Reader, The heat is here—and with it, a reminder that staying hydrated is one of the easiest ways to support your energy, mood, and blood sugar. Even mild dehydration can: Spike your blood sugar 🩸 Increase cravings 🍩 Make you feel more tired and foggy 😴 💧Hydration Tips for Blood Sugar Balance Drink before you snack. Thirst often disguises itself as hunger. Aim for ½ your body weight in ounces of water daily. Add electrolytes or a pinch of sea salt to your water if you’re sweating more....

12 days ago • 1 min read

Hello Reader, We’re halfway through June—and if you’ve been feeling a little off track with your health goals, you’re not alone. Summer can get busy, but now’s a great time to pause, reset, and realign with your wellness intentions. 🌟 Quick Mid-Month Reset Tips: Simplify your meals – Focus on real food: protein + fiber + healthy fat. Rehydrate – Many of us get dehydrated in warm weather without noticing. Aim for at least half your body weight in ounces daily. Walk it out – A 10-minute walk...

17 days ago • 1 min read

Take Your Health Journey to the Next Level Hello Reader, You’ve been getting our free weekly health tips—and I’m so glad you’re here. But if you’re looking for more depth, structure, and real results, I’d love to personally invite you to upgrade to our Paid Wellness Newsletter. Why upgrade? Each week, our Paid Wellness Newsletter goes beyond surface tips. You’ll get: ✅ In-depth guidance on blood sugar, hormones, gut health & chronic disease✅ Step-by-step action plans you can actually follow✅...

17 days ago • 1 min read

Grab my free 3-step food plan that helped me lower my A1c from 9.2 to 5.2 naturally. Hello Reader, If you’re living with Type 2 diabetes and feel confused or overwhelmed about what you can actually eat — you’re not alone. I’ve been there. At my worst, my A1c was 9.2. I was exhausted, frustrated, and scared of what the future might hold. But once I stopped chasing diets and started using food as medicine, everything changed. In just 6 months, I lowered my A1c from 9.2 to 5.2 — without extreme...

21 days ago • 1 min read

Join Our Free Masterclass: “The Blood Sugar Reset Blueprint”June 18, 2025 @ 7 PM EST — more dates available! Hello Reader, Have you tried everything — counting carbs, walking more, even skipping meals — and still feel stuck? If you're struggling with stubborn weight, high blood sugar, or prediabetes, you're not alone.And it's not your fault. In this FREE live masterclass, I’ll show you the real reasons your body is resisting change — and how to finally break through. Here’s what you’ll...

23 days ago • 1 min read

Hello Reader, As we head into mid-June, I want to remind you: your health is not defined by perfection—but by your commitment to showing up for yourself, one small step at a time. 🌿 This week, let’s focus on 3 simple yet powerful steps to support your blood sugar, mood, and energy—without adding stress to your busy life. 🧠 1. Reset Your Mindset If you’ve been struggling with consistency, remember: healing isn’t linear.Ask yourself: “What’s one thing I can do today that my future self will...

23 days ago • 1 min read

Hello Reader, Happy June! 🎉 This month, we’re kicking off our “Summer of Simplicity”—because sustainable health isn’t about doing more… it’s about doing less, but doing it consistently and with intention. Whether you're managing Type 2 diabetes or simply trying to feel better, this is the perfect season to reset, refresh, and take back control—one small step at a time. 🆕 Visit Our New Website & Join the FREE Wellness Hub! We just launched a brand-new website, and we’d love for you to come...

about 1 month ago • 1 min read