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In addition to healthy eating and regular physical activity, there are several things you can do to help you live well with diabetes.
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How your mood impacts diabetes careI’ve spent years as a psychiatrist working with people managing chronic conditions like diabetes, and I can tell you what’s going on with your mood matters as much as what’s on your plate.
The Insulin Index: a new way to understand food’s impact on insulin and blood sugarWhile many people managing diabetes are familiar with the Glycemic Index (GI), far fewer know about the Insulin Index.
Landmark Clinical Trials in Type 2 Diabetes in the Modern EraIn recent years, clinical studies have transformed the way we manage type 2 diabetes, shifting the focus beyond just blood sugar control to protecting your heart and kidneys as well.
Continuous glucose monitoring: seeing is believing Can you guess the exact weight of something without a scale? The same applies to guessing what your glucose (sugar) level might be at any given time of the day. However, continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) devices make the invisible, visible.
Is your blood glucose monitor accurate? How do you know?Every day, people living with diabetes use their blood glucose monitoring results to make self-management decisions. How accurate should your blood glucose monitor be? What do you need to know about blood glucose monitor accuracy?
Diabetes and preparing for a long-distance runAre you looking for the challenge of doing a long run? Many people are anxious when they try a distance that they have never run before. Others worry that diabetes will limit the distance they can run. With some planning and a good mindset, you’ll be on the road to success in no time.
10 fruits and vegetables for diabetes dietCurious about the best fruits and vegetables to eat when you have diabetes? Here are 10 fruits and vegetables for diabetes that are ideal because they pack a slew of health benefits, while helping to regulate your blood sugar.
Treating erectile dysfunction (ED) earlyErectile dysfunction (ED) is a common complication for men with diabetes. The good news is that recognizing and treating ED early on can help address symptoms and improve overall vascular health.
Life after gestational diabetesGestational diabetes (GDM) is a temporary form of diabetes that can arise during pregnancy.
Easy healthy breakfasts for people with diabetesBreakfast is an important part of healthy eating, especially for those living with diabetes. But including it as part of the regular daily routine can be challenging for a number of reasons.
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