Managing diabetes – no matter where you live in the developed world – follows the same general principles. However, managing diabetes in Canada can be different than in other countries, with respect to clinical practice recommendations, medications and devices. This article highlights some of these differences.
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Managing complications
You may be disheartened to see the long list of long-term complications that can develop with diabetes. However, there are two things to remember that should give you hope. Firstly, most long-term complications are avoidable.
Can stress cause diabetes?
Can stress cause diabetes? Read more about whether stress can cause diabetes – or worsen the condition – in this article.
7 ways to cope with diabetes burnout
Diabetes burnout occurs when the burden of living with the condition becomes overwhelming. Read this article to learn 7 ways to cope with diabetes burnout.
Four small coping strategies for diabetes management
Managing your diabetes can sometimes seem overwhelming.
Managing Blood Sugar
In properly managing your blood glucose, it’s important to find the right balance so your levels don’t go too high or too low. The food you eat, whether or not you’ve exercised, the amount of sleep you get, your stress level and alcohol consumption are common factors that can affect your blood sugar levels.