Normally, the insulin in your body allows your cells to convert blood sugar into energy. But when you have insulin resistance, your cells aren’t responding properly, which causes blood sugar levels to rise. Here’s a look at the signs of insulin resistance as well as the ways you can help prevent it from becoming a concern in your life.
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Understanding lipohypertrophy: how to avoid injection site bumps
Are you wondering what those lumps are where you inject your insulin? Is your blood sugar high one day and low the next, despite eating the same thing and nothing else really changing? Does it seem like your insulin isn’t working?
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.
Current trends in diabetes management in Canada: what you should know
There are many developments and innovations occurring in diabetes management in Canada. Read this expert blog to learn more about these trends.
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