Summer is a time for fun in the sun and taking long walks which can lead to summer maladies such as Lyme disease, sunburn and poison ivy, oak and sumac. Learn how to handle these common maladies when you have diabetes.
Juicing, mini fasting and fasting are all controversial topics for people with diabetes. It is essential for people with diabetes to maintain proper blood sugar control to avoid health complications. Find out more about whether juicing, mini fasting or fasting with diabetes is the right choice and why.
The time it takes to prepare healthy meals is often a major concern for people with diabetes. The good news is there are plenty of tasty choices that don’t take a long time to make. Discover how to prepare delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner options in 15 minutes or less.
I often teach patients who are referred to the diabetes self management program who have not exercised for most of their life. Age seems to be irrelevant since there are both young and old patients who do little physical activity besides sitting at their desk, computer or TV during the day.
About 25 percent of Americans over the age of 60 have diabetes. As people get older, type 2 diabetes becomes more common. Consider a few simple tips to make aging and diabetes healthier and easier.
Heart disease can be a complication associated with diabetes. When it comes to procedures such as bypass surgery, angioplasty and stents, it is usually presumed that the least invasive option is the best. Discover the truth and why it might not always be the case for those with diabetes.
The term "gut bacteria" may sound odd but this bacteria normally lives in your bowels and is quite beneficial. International research has revealed gut bacteria could help in the prevention and treatment of health problems such as diabetes and obesity. Discover how gut bacteria, also known as "good bugs." can be important for people with diabetes.
Diabetes, chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia are referred to as energy disorders. All of these health conditions are related to nerves and neuropathy. Learn more about the connection between these three disorders and what you can do about them.
During all-American holidays, such as Fourth of July and Memorial Day, people think about serving Red, White and Blue foods at gatherings. There are a variety of healthy Red, White and Blue diabetes-smart foods that are available to eat all year round. Find out which ones to add to your daily menus.
Regular exercise can minimize health complications associated with diabetes, including obesity and cardiovascular problems. Find out the connection between flexibility, balance and injuries with diabetes and how the right types of exercise can help.