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Over the past week, during my weekly diabetes skills and management sessions, I taught 3 different patients who had contracted Hepatitis C within the last 5-12 years and had recently developed diabetes Type 2. They were all Baby Boomers (born between 1945 and 1965) between the ages of 49-68. Baby Boomers are the highest risk group […]
Some people are admitted to the hospital for diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) prior to being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. This serious condition is often how people learn they have diabetes type 1. Learn more about ketoacidosis and why it is so common in type 1 diabetes.
Exercise is an important part of your treatment plan when you have diabetes type 1. Exercise can make it easier to control your blood glucose levels and weight. Get some great exercise advice when you have type 1 diabetes.
People with diabetes need plenty of fiber foods but often fall short on how much they should eat every day. Increasing your daily fiber intake can improve your heart health, help you maintain blood sugar control, and help you lose weight. Find out how to add the right types of fiber to your meal plan for […]
People with diabetes need a complete healthcare team to help them develop the most effective diabetes self-management plan. A diabetes educator can help you manage this chronic disease. Find out how to work with a diabetes educator to achieve optimum health.
Sugar with other names that are not artificial sweetener options – HAVE an effect on blood sugar levels
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It is essential for people with type 1 diabetes to be aware of their blood sugar levels to avoid further complications. Certain blood tests are recommended for people with type 1 diabetes to help them gain greater control over blood sugar spikes. Find out more about these blood tests and what they mean to you.
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Fall brings the scent of spices such as nutmeg and cinnamon and fresh fallen leaves along with the return of the allergy season for many people. Mold and ragweed are the most common culprits during the fall seasonal in the US. Ragweed can travel hundreds of miles in the wind and cause allergy problems.
Thanksgiving can be a challenging holiday when you have diabetes. Bringing your own diabetes-friendly casseroles to dinner is a way to ensure you have something good to eat. Guests are unlikely to know these delicious recipes are suitable for people with diabetes! They are also quick and easy so you don’t have to be a chef […]