High blood sugar, also called hyperglycemia, happens when there is not enough insulin in the body to help move glucose from the bloodstream into cells. This is particularly important in type 1 diabetes, where the body produces little to no insulin.
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Understanding and managing type 1 diabetes
Living with type 1 diabetes require daily self-management, from taking insulin and managing your blood sugar to eating well and staying active. Understanding what you need to keep your blood sugar levels stable will help you manage your type 1 diabetes better.
Can corn be part of a diabetes diet?
Corn is a delicious and nutritious vegetable and can certainly be part of your diabetes diet. What about popcorn? Or corn chips? Read on to learn about diabetes and corn.
Portfolio Diet for diabetes: foods, benefits and meal tips
A Portfolio Diet for diabetes focuses on adding plant-based foods that work together to help lower LDL (“bad”) cholesterol, support heart health, and fit into a balanced eating pattern for people living with diabetes.
What is reactive hypoglycemia and how do I treat it?
If you’re feeling shaky, sweaty, light-headed or suddenly hungry a few hours after eating you could be experiencing reactive hypoglycemia, a drop in blood sugar that happens after a meal.
Tips for staying hydrated in the summer sun
With an ongoing stretch of hot summer days, it’s important for everyone to ensure that they consume plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.
