From fall leaves to spring pollen, allergies can strike during any season. People might be allergic to dust, pollen, animals, certain foods and other common environmental elements. Because people with diabetes are particularly vulnerable to allergies, it is essential to discover how to minimize the symptoms.
The American Academy of Allergy, […]
ADW Diabetes supports the Naples Diabetes Conference hosted by Help A Diabetic Child and the Greater Naples YMCA. This amazing conference brought together doctors, researchers, medical experts, patients, parents and caretakers. The conference discussed, answer questions, and educated anyone who was affected by Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes. This all-day event held on Nov 2nd […]
The enticing words restaurants use in menus and advertisements could be sabotaging your diabetes management diet. These mouthwatering terms may conceal foods containing sugar, fat, salt, and carbohydrates your body doesn’t need. […]
We all know that exercise is important for everyone, and people with diabetes are no exception to that rule. Exercise helps control weight, regulates blood sugar levels, and improves circulation. […]
The glycemic index (GI) is a system to help people with diabetes determine some of the right foods to eat. It calculates the effect of carbohydrates on the body and how long the food will supply sugar […]
The answer to whether coffee and diabetes is good or bad is … maybe. For many years now, conflicting studies have been published that alternately tout coffee for its beneficial properties, then condemn it as the scourge of healthy people everywhere. What’s a coffee lover to do?
Coffee is a popular beverage in the United States, as […]
Virtually all people with diabetes know that they must regulate their blood sugar in order to remain healthy and prevent complications. But did you know that checking your blood pressure is equally important for people with diabetes? The combination of diabetes and high blood pressure doubles your risk for cardiovascular disease.
Care of the skin is one of the most important aspects of routine diabetes maintenance. Without proper precautionary measures, minor cuts or injuries can quickly turn into serious problems. People with diabetes often heal more slowly than normal because of less blood flow to affected areas and reduced white blood cell function. They may not notice […]
Diabetes is a chronic health condition that requires constant management. Taking care of yourself is essential to feel your best at all times. Find out what kind of diabetes patient you are and ways to improve your self-management routine.
It is important to work with a dedicated health care team to properly […]
People with diabetes need to control their blood sugar. Using a diabetes glucose kit is a way to measure your blood sugar and make changes as needed. Find out how to choose a glucose meter for better diabetes management.
Blood glucose meters are used to measure and display the […]