Health & Wellness

Oct 5, 2026

Pertinent Questions and Answers for People with Diabetes

By |2026-10-05T10:30:43-04:00Updated: October 5th, 2026|Diabetes Management, Diet & Nutrition, Vitamins & Supplements|0 Comments

Lactose intolerance and diabetes – are they connected?

Many individuals with type 2 diabetes report experiencing “Lactose intolerance.” Worldwide, 70% of adults have a level of lactose intolerance. Both diabetes and lactose intolerance can happen at the same time and may require dietary restrictions. Both issues can affect what you eat, how you eat and your gut […]

Sep 28, 2026

Is There an Ideal Weight When You Have Diabetes?

By |2026-09-28T10:41:31-04:00Updated: September 28th, 2026|Diabetes Management, Diet & Nutrition, Fitness & Diabetes, Health & Wellness|0 Comments

There really is “no such thing as an ideal weight” for anyone or everyone, whether they have diabetes or not. Finding a healthy weight for you is more than just an easy calculation or number on a digital scale. There are multiple ways to figure out if your weight is in a healthy zone.

With diabetes, it’s […]

Sep 11, 2026

Best Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs): The Complete Buyer’s Guide

By |2026-10-22T12:31:38-04:00Updated: September 11th, 2026|Diabetes Management, General Information, New Products|0 Comments

Key Takeaways

  • CGM choice depends on treatment, not brand. Insulin users typically need a prescription system like Dexcom G7 or FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus, while non-insulin users can now go OTC with Stelo or Lingo.
  • Fingersticks still matter as backup, especially during sensor warmup, fast glucose swings, or when a reading doesn’t match how you feel.
  • […]

Sep 1, 2026

Kidney Stones and Diabetes

By |2026-09-01T11:31:20-04:00Updated: September 1st, 2026|Complications, Diabetes Management, General Information|0 Comments

“People with diabetes are 60% more likely to produce kidney stones compared to the general population.” The reason for this is that because of an increase in obesity rates, diabetes rates, eating a high salt/sugar diet, plus a better awareness and detection of kidney stones.

The medical name for kidney stone formation is nephrolithiasis. In the past […]

Aug 24, 2026

GLP-1 Side Effects: What to Expect and How to Manage Them

By |2026-09-10T11:44:34-04:00Updated: August 24th, 2026|Diabetes Management, Health & Wellness, Vitamins & Supplements|0 Comments

Key Takeaways

  • GLP-1 has an ongoing effect on your system, even after you stop taking the medication.
  • Learning how to manage these effects as you escalate or taper off your prescription is essential to preventing weight gain.
  • As you start taking GLP-1 medication, carefully follow your prescribed escalation schedule, avoid high-fat and spicy foods, and eat […]
Jul 31, 2026

Your Health, Diabetes and AI

By |2026-08-14T09:07:01-04:00Updated: July 31st, 2026|Diabetes Management, General Information, News & Announcements, Recent Diabetes News|0 Comments

AI (Artificial Intelligence) will have a significant impact on our entire country in 2026. One of the fields which hopes to benefit tremendously from AI is the medical field. We already have wearables such as rings and watches which track important health data.

Included in the information of wearables are your heart rate, steps taken, sleep patterns, […]

Jul 28, 2026

Recent Highlights from the Professional Diabetes Meetings

By |2026-08-14T09:03:00-04:00Updated: July 28th, 2026|Diabetes Management, General Information, News & Announcements, Recent Diabetes News|0 Comments

During the late spring, early summer season, many of the professional Diabetes Medical meetings present their latest research and thoughts to current members of their organizations. Included are the ADCES meeting, the ADA meeting, the ATDC meeting, the Diabetes and Endocrinology World Conference, the International Conference on Cardiology and Diabetes and the International Conference on Diabetes […]

Jun 29, 2026

How Does Ozempic Help With Diabetes? A Guide to GLP-1 Drugs

By |2026-08-14T09:08:18-04:00Updated: June 29th, 2026|Diabetes Management, Health & Wellness, Vitamins & Supplements|0 Comments

Key Takeaways

  • Semaglutides like Ozempic and Wegovy, as well as tirzepatides like Mounjaro and Zepbound, have become popular medications for managing both weight and diabetes.
  • Ozempic is a GLP-1 receptor agonist, which means it mimics the function of GLP-1.
  • GLP-1 is a naturally occurring gut hormone that plays an important role in regulating appetite, digestion, and […]
Jun 22, 2026

Diabetes and Summer Travel Tips

By |2026-06-22T12:29:06-04:00Updated: June 22nd, 2026|Diabetes Management, Vitamins & Supplements|0 Comments

There are 589 million adults worldwide with diabetes and another 252 million who are still considered undiagnosed. Knowing how best to care for yourself is crucial, especially when you have diabetes and plan to travel. Having diabetes can make traveling much more challenging. Do not let that be you.

Summer is here and expected summer travel in […]

Jun 18, 2026

Update Your Diabetes Knowledge

By |2026-08-14T09:15:10-04:00Updated: June 18th, 2026|Diabetes Management, Health & Wellness, Vitamins & Supplements|0 Comments

ADW Diabetes, we are constantly researching new findings and up-to-date information to help you better understand and manage your diabetes. Read below to learn more about some of the latest news concerning diabetes.

1. Fall risk associated with having diabetes and being elderly

Falls and related fall injuries can occur at any time and at any age, but […]

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