While we all lose a little hair every single day, finding large quantities of hair on your pillow, hairbrush or in the shower, could be a signal that you’re losing more than average. Diabetes may be the culprit for your hair loss.
Managing complications
Cholesterol management for people with diabetes
People with diabetes have an increased risk of heart disease, including high cholesterol levels. That’s why it’s important to understand your risks and take action to optimize your overall health. Read on to learn more about lowering your cholesterol levels.
Your ‘to do list’ for keeping your heart healthy
Heart health is very important for people with diabetes, since there is a higher risk of heart disease than for people who don’t have diabetes.
7 things you need to know about diabetes and heart health
If you have diabetes, it’s important to pay attention to your heart health. Heart disease is a common complication of diabetes. In fact, people with diabetes are 3 times more likely to die of heart disease compared to those who don’t have diabetes. The good news is that there are a number of things you can do to reduce your risk.
Blood pressure targets for people with diabetes
People with diabetes are at risk of high blood pressure. That’s why it’s important to know your blood pressure targets and strive to reach them.
Diabetes and gastroparesis
Many people with diabetes experience minor digestive disorders. For example, almost 60% are affected by constipation.