Learning to check your blood sugar is a valuable skill to help you understand and manage your diabetes. It provides important feedback on how your medications and/or lifestyle habits are working for you.
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Warning signs for diabetes-related nerve damage
One of the consequences of having diabetes is that over time it can damage the nerves through your body. Here are 11 warning signs for diabetes-related nerve damage that you should keep on your radar.
Does diabetes affect your bones?
People with diabetes have a higher risk of bone issues, including arthritis, osteoporosis and hip fractures. Read this article to learn more about diabetes and bones.
Tired all the time? Here’s why
Sure we all experience fatigue from time to time, especially after exerting ourselves too much. But if you’re constantly mentally or physically tired, your diabetes may have something to do with it.
Does having diabetes lead to muscle loss?
Everyone experiences some muscle loss as they age, but having diabetes can make you more susceptible to muscle loss even at a younger age
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.
