Kidney disease is a common complication of diabetes. Read about diabetes and kidney disease in this article, including symptoms, tests that diagnose it and the five stages of kidney disease.
Diabetes diet cuts your risk of complications
People living with diabetes are told how the diabetes diet can help keep blood glucose levels under control. But did you know that a diabetes diet cuts your risk of complications?
Identifying a foot in need: when to seek help
Knowing when to seek help from a healthcare professional is essential knowledge for people living with diabetes, in order to prevent foot complications.
Foods that help stabilize spikes and dips in your blood sugar
In managing diabetes, it’s essential to avoid major fluctuations (dips and spikes) in your blood sugar, which can be taxing on the body and lead to future health complications.
Arthritis, mobility issues and exercise for people with diabetes
If you have arthritis, mobility issues or physical limitations, you can still enjoy a regular exercise regimen. The key is to choose activities that are safe. It’s also important to check with your healthcare team before beginning a new exercise regimen.
A1C test – are you keeping track?
An A1C (short for ‘glycated hemoglobin’) test is a measure of your blood glucose levels over the past three months.
