Summer is here and everyone is concerned about their bodies in swimsuits, shorts and tank tops. If you want to shed a few pounds to feel better and control your blood sugars you’re not alone. Consider a few simple techniques to get the weight off for summer with diabetes.
Summer is here and it can be tough to beat the heat with diabetes. Discover easy ways and new summer products to help you combat the heat and enjoy the sunny days of summer.
Diabetes affects your blood sugar, but it may also lead to other health issues, such as weakened bones. Poor bone health can be linked to diabetes as well as certain health complications associated with diabetes. Discover more about the connection between bone health and 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 […]
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.
People with diabetes have an increased tendency to feel tired and fatigued. Fortunately, there are ways to fight these feelings and become more energized. Discover a few interesting ways to boost your metabolism and get the energy you want to fuel your day.
Exercise can easily produce positive results to anyone who has a chronic illness including heart disease, lung ailments, joint/back issues and diabetes. It helps each condition in a variety of ways but can specifically impact diabetes by using insulin more efficiently and ultimately lowering blood sugars.
I have frequently heard from my patients that preventing weight gain when on insulin is nearly impossible. The research in the literature often states the same thing. The reason for weight gain is when you are taking insulin you are no longer losing large amounts of sugar and calories through your urine as when you are […]
American Diabetes Wholesale recently had the chance to interview fitness expert and wellness coach Shea Vaughn. Vaughn’s new book titled ‘Breakthrough – The 5 Living Principles to Defeat Stress, Look Great and Find Total Well-Being’ was written to inspire women to transform their lives into healthier ones. Vaughn has taken her 25 years of experience as […]
Everyone should be concerned about fitting exercise into their daily routines. If you have diabetes, it is essential to keep moving. A recent study conducted by the University of California showed lifting weights and resistance training is beneficial for people with diabetes.[1] The study found an association between muscle mass and minimizing insulin resistance. A lower […]