As the summer heat and humidity rise, people with asthma and diabetes may experience exaggerated symptoms. Breathing in the humid summer environment can lead to shortness of breath, coughing and more. Discover more about asthma and summer breathing conditions with diabetes and what you can do to keep symptoms in check.
People with diabetes need to take special care of their feet to avoid complications. Whether you are hard at work or play, summer is a time when your feet take a beating. Discover some savvy summer foot care tips for tired feet with diabetes.
Diabetes self-management is essential to feel good and ward off potential health issues. Keeping up with diabetes care requirements can become confusing. Consider these 5 simple diabetes commandments to live by for the best possible health.
Summer is almost here and the living is easy during a warm-weather getaway. Make it even easier by being well-prepared to take a trip with diabetes. Discover a few simple preparations that can go a long way when it comes to comfort and optimum health when you have diabetes and are away from home.
Up to 5 million women have polycystic ovarian syndrome. Of these women, more than 50 percent of them will have diabetes or pre-diabetes by the age of 40. Discover more about polycystic ovarian syndrome and its link to diabetes.
People with diabetes can be susceptible to falls, especially if they experience numbness, or have been diagnosed with neuropathy or certain neurological problems. The latest information discusses the possible benefits of exercise and vitamin D to help prevent falls when you have diabetes. Learn more about how vitamin D and exercise may help people with diabetes […]
It is essential for people with diabetes to eat a well-balanced diet to minimize blood sugar fluctuations and promote improved overall health. […]
Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, formally known as nonalcoholic steatohepatitis or NASH, affects around 2 to 5 percent of people in the United States. NASH involves damage or inflammation to the liver which can lead to liver failure, cirrhosis or liver cancer. It is important to learn more about NASH as it often goes hand-in-hand with diabetes.
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Spring brings to mind green grass, new life and plenty of fresh food. It is easier to make good choices when you have diabetes because there is an abundance of tasty produce available. Discover 8 anti-inflammatory foods to get you healthy this spring.
Having diabetes may compromise your immune system and makes it harder to ward off other health issues. There are other factors that can compromise your immune system. Learn what you can do about conditions that blunt your immune system.