Our More on Diabetes articles will provide helpful diabetes and health information on topics including diabetes management, exercise, diabetic recipes, diabetes complications, diet and nutrition, pet diabetes and more. Articles are written or reviewed by healthcare professionals who have experience in diabetes and health education.
We work hard at ADW Diabetes to stand behind our commitment to the diabetic community. Our role in the “fight against diabetes” is to ensure everyone is able to get affordable diabetic supplies. We understand the importance of monitoring blood glucose levels and the complications that […]
Sometimes diabetics forget to take care of one of the most important parts of the body: the skin. An estimated one-third of diabetics will develop a skin disorder that is caused or affected by diabetes1, so caring for your skin is very important.
Traveling under any circumstances can be difficult, with flight delays, long stretches of driving, and greasy roadside food. For people with diabetes it is crucial to plan for unexpected travel problems so that you are able to maintain healthy blood sugar levels and make traveling with diabetes a breeze. Here are a few tips to get […]
For diabetics, lowering blood pressure even just a little may have significant effects on your health. According to a recent Australian study, diabetics who lower their blood pressure can also lower their risk of heart attack, stroke, and renal failure.
We’ve all heard the terms “good carbs” and “bad carbs” used by doctors, nutritionists, fitness experts, and dieters. While some people have begun limiting their overall consumption of carbohydrates (whether “good” or “bad”), others have concentrated on choosing more of the “good” carbs and avoiding the “bad” ones. Is all of this buzz much ado about […]
Diet is one of the most crucial aspects of regulating diabetes and maintaining good health. For diabetics, three main aims of your nutrition program should be to achieve and maintain your ideal weight, to support healthy blood glucose levels, and to limit foods that may contribute to heart and vascular diseases (conditions that diabetics are more […]
Perhaps you’ve heard about the recent controversy surrounding Avandia (rosiglitazone maleate), a medication used by nearly 1 million Americans to treat type 2 diabetes. Perhaps you’re even taking Avandia. If so, you may wish to consult with your doctor to confirm whether taking it is still the best option for you.
Feet are especially prone to damage from diabetes.
Here are three of the main reasons why:
With so many vitamins and supplements on the market, how can you know which ones will be most beneficial to diabetics? While it is always wise to consult with your doctor or nutritionist, it is also a good idea to read labels carefully and to research health claims of various products.
Some vitamins and supplements that may […]