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7 Tips for Moms-to-Be with Diabetes

7 Tips for Moms-to-Be with Diabetes

Healthy pregnancies are possible whether you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes. But if blood sugar isn’t well controlled, it could lead to difficulties for you and your baby. The key to a healthy preg...
What is LADA or type 1.5 diabetes?

What is LADA or type 1.5 diabetes?

If you're active in online diabetes forums and social media, you've probably come across prominent community members with a third type of diabetes. It's known as type 1.5 diabetes or LADA (which st...
The Science Behind Staying Active

The Science Behind Staying Active

Regular physical activity is essential to managing diabetes.1 Not only does it help your body use insulin more effectively — but the blood sugar-lowering benefits can last for hours after a workout...

Diabetes Management

How Accurate are Glucose Meters?

How Accurate are Glucose Meters?

Blood glucose meters are extremely valuable tools if you have diabetes, follow the ketogenic diet, or simply want to improve your metabolic health. While at-home meters aren’t as accurate as “gold ...
When to see a doctor

When to see a doctor

Learn about the warning signs that may indicate a need to schedule a doctor's appointment and more. Table of contents When to see a doctor How to get the most out of your doctor appointment How to...
The Accuracy of a Blood Glucose Meter vs. a Lab Test and Why It Matters

The Accuracy of a Blood Glucose Meter vs. a Lab Test and Why It Matters

Checking blood glucose levels is crucial to the management of diabetes, and accuracy is key. Insulin dose administration, diet plans, and minimizing health risks all rely on accurate readings. Whil...
Know Your Numbers — ABCs of Diabetes

Know Your Numbers — ABCs of Diabetes

Know your numbers and learn the ABCs of diabetes so you can make informed decisions about your health. Table of contents Daily Blood Sugar A1c test results Blood pressure and diabetes Cholesterol ...
How Accurate are Glucose Meters?

How Accurate are Glucose Meters?

Blood glucose meters are extremely valuable tools if you have diabetes, follow the ketogenic diet, or simply want to improve your metabolic health. While at-home meters aren’t as accurate as “gold ...
When to see a doctor

When to see a doctor

Learn about the warning signs that may indicate a need to schedule a doctor's appointment and more. Table of contents When to see a doctor How to get the most out of your doctor appointment How to...
The Accuracy of a Blood Glucose Meter vs. a Lab Test and Why It Matters

The Accuracy of a Blood Glucose Meter vs. a Lab Test and Why It Matters

Checking blood glucose levels is crucial to the management of diabetes, and accuracy is key. Insulin dose administration, diet plans, and minimizing health risks all rely on accurate readings. Whil...
Know Your Numbers — ABCs of Diabetes

Know Your Numbers — ABCs of Diabetes

Know your numbers and learn the ABCs of diabetes so you can make informed decisions about your health. Table of contents Daily Blood Sugar A1c test results Blood pressure and diabetes Cholesterol ...

LifeStyle

Hyperglycemia vs. Hypoglycemia: What they are, and what you can do about them.

Hyperglycemia vs. Hypoglycemia: What they are, and what you can do about them.

Learn about the symptoms, causes, and treatments for hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia. Table of contents Hyperglycemia Hypoglycemia Hyperglycemia What is hyperglycemia? Simply put, hyperglycemia is...
Diabetes and carbohydrates

Diabetes and carbohydrates

Learn about carb counting and how it can help you control your diabetes. Table of contents Carb counting tips How do you read a carbohydrate label? How are carbohydrates and sugar related? Has yo...
Diabetic Diet And Nutrition Tips

Diabetic Diet And Nutrition Tips

Learn more about diabetes nutrition and the impact food has on blood glucose management. Table of contents What foods are good for diabetes? Diabetes and carbs Dietary fats Dietary fiber Gluten-fr...

Food Nutrition

Are You Getting Enough Sleep?

Are You Getting Enough Sleep?

In the midst of your hectic, fast-paced life, getting a good night’s sleep can easily slip down your priority list.Consider this a wake-up call.Research shows most adults need at least 7 hours of s...
Gender Differences in Diabetes

Gender Differences in Diabetes

Diabetes affects men and women in different ways. Data shows that men with diabetes — specifically type 2 — are more likely to receive a diagnosis than women are.However, research also indicates th...
How to Carefully Manage Diabetes on a Budget

How to Carefully Manage Diabetes on a Budget

Some things in life are hard to afford. Diabetes care shouldn’t be one of them. So, what are ways to make staying healthy affordable? Here are some areas of focus to keep you from breaking the bank...
Diabetes exercise and workout

Diabetes exercise and workout

Learn about exercising with diabetes, including workout tips, sample exercise routines, and more. Table of contents What effects does exercise have on the body How to overcome exercise resistance ...
Are You Getting Enough Sleep?

Are You Getting Enough Sleep?

In the midst of your hectic, fast-paced life, getting a good night’s sleep can easily slip down your priority list.Consider this a wake-up call.Research shows most adults need at least 7 hours of s...
Gender Differences in Diabetes

Gender Differences in Diabetes

Diabetes affects men and women in different ways. Data shows that men with diabetes — specifically type 2 — are more likely to receive a diagnosis than women are.However, research also indicates th...
How to Carefully Manage Diabetes on a Budget

How to Carefully Manage Diabetes on a Budget

Some things in life are hard to afford. Diabetes care shouldn’t be one of them. So, what are ways to make staying healthy affordable? Here are some areas of focus to keep you from breaking the bank...
Diabetes exercise and workout

Diabetes exercise and workout

Learn about exercising with diabetes, including workout tips, sample exercise routines, and more. Table of contents What effects does exercise have on the body How to overcome exercise resistance ...

Recipes

Roasted winter squash | Diabetes recipe

Roasted winter squash | Diabetes recipe

Looking for a delicious and diabetes-friendly recipe? Try roasted winter squash. Table of contents Why this is a great side dish for people with diabetes Ingredients Cooking Instructions Variation...
Butternut squash and arugula lasagna | Diabetes recipe

Butternut squash and arugula lasagna | Diabetes recipe

No matter what time of year it is, everyone could use a good comfort meal every now and again. Unfortunately for people with diabetes, those meals usually carry very real health implications. They’...
Hearty Oatmeal

Hearty Oatmeal

This is the most satisfying oatmeal you’ll ever have!Although it may sound weird, the egg is the secret ingredient in this recipe. Adding an egg to your oats will pack it with protein and create a ...