Most people are aware of the long-term complications associated with diabetes, including heart disease, kidney disease, eye disease and nerve damage. However, there are short-term complications that can be dangerous and even life-threatening.
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Prediabetes or type 2 diabetes: how do I know?
The reality is, you can have prediabetes and even type 2 diabetes, without realizing it because the symptoms may not be apparent. Left unmanaged, there is a good chance prediabetes will turn into type 2 diabetes eventually.
Are anti-inflammatory diets recommended for people with diabetes?
Inflammation becomes harmful when it is prolonged and begins to damage healthy cells. Persistent inflammation underlies a variety of chronic medical conditions, including diabetes. To reduce levels of inflammation an anti-inflammatory diet can be helpful.
Diabetes and lifestyle: Everyday choices to support better health
Managing diabetes is about more than medications or blood sugar readings. Diabetes and lifestyle go hand in hand.
Diabetes and smoking—what you need to know
Diabetes and smoking are two conditions that make each other more difficult to manage. This ‘double hit’ greatly increases your risk of heart attacks and strokes, among many other health problems.
What are the recommended blood sugar targets for people with diabetes?
Keeping your blood sugar levels in their target ranges is very important. When blood sugar levels drop too low, this results in hypoglycemia, which can make you feel light-headed, nauseous and unable to concentrate.
