Diabetes Care: Diet And Exercising Habits Are A Must For Diabetics
Diabetes and care—there couldn’t be a better combination of words in the world of diabetes! Your doctor may examine you and offer advice during visits to the clinic or at your home. But ultimately, you are your own caregiver 24 hours a day, throughout the months and years of living with diabetes. How often do […]
Diabetes and Your Mouth
People with diabetes need to be especially vigilant about their oral health, as they face a higher risk of cavities, gum disease, and infections. These infections can also cause blood sugar levels to rise, creating a challenging cycle. Here are some common mouth problems for diabetics: PlaquePlaque, caused by starches and sugars, is a common […]
Diabetes and Your Heart
Diabetes is a condition that requires immediate attention once diagnosed, even if early on it doesn’t cause pain, discomfort, or obvious symptoms. Ignoring it can lead to serious complications, including issues affecting other major organs. One of the biggest concerns is the impact on heart health. Unstable blood sugar levels can impair circulation, increasing the […]
Diabetes and Your Feet
As people with diabetes, we need to take special care of our feet because they can be affected in two main ways: reduced blood circulation and nerve damage. Here’s what to watch for and some tips to help prevent problems. Symptoms: If your feet are often cold, your legs ache when you walk, or your […]
Diabetes and Your Eyes
Diabetes can have a significant impact on your eyes, often without any early symptoms. This means you might not realize there’s a problem until your vision is already at risk. Here are the main eye conditions that diabetes can cause or worsen: CataractsCataracts develop when the eye’s lens becomes cloudy. Fortunately, they are usually treatable […]
Diabetes: What Type Of Insulin Is Right For Me?
Rapid-Onset (Fast-Acting) Insulin Rapid-onset, fast-acting insulin is always clear in appearance. It begins to take effect within 10 to 20 minutes after injection. Its peak effect occurs about one hour later, and it lasts for three to five hours. When using this type of insulin, it is important to eat immediately after injecting to avoid […]
Diabetes, the other silent killer
Figures from the American Diabetes Association show that diabetes is the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S., claiming approximately 210,000 lives each year. Medical and related costs can exceed $100 billion annually! The good news is that there’s a lot you can do to manage diabetes early. Being informed truly is the best […]
Diabetes: Latino Kids May Develop Type 2 Diabetes Due To A High-sugar Diet
Diet is a very important factor for people with diabetes, as everything they eat can have either a positive or negative impact on the progression of their condition. Researchers from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California have found that overweight Latino children are showing signs of beta cell decline—a precursor […]
Diabetes: Hypoglycemia Doesn’t Impaired Cognition In Children with Type 1 Diabetes
A recent study examined the effects of hypoglycemia—a significant drop in blood sugar levels that can cause seizures or coma—on young children with type 1 diabetes (those diagnosed very early in life). The study found that severe hypoglycemic events do not appear to cause impairments in mental ability or behavior. Experts note that the hippocampus, […]
Diabetes, Heart Disease, and Stroke Could Happen To You
Did you know that having diabetes increases your risk of dying from heart disease or stroke, regardless of whether you are male or female? One reason for this is that high blood sugar levels cause the walls of your blood vessels to thicken and lose their flexibility, making it more difficult for blood to flow […]