Diabetes

March 24, 2023

If you have chronic health conditions, such as advanced age, high blood pressure, or diabetes, you may wonder if you can have a healthy pregnancy.

March 20, 2023

When it comes to balancing blood sugar, balancing your meals and snacks is the first step.

December 19, 2022

Both type I and type II diabetes cause you to have abnormal blood sugar (aka blood glucose), but the two are separate diseases.

November 23, 2022

If you or someone you know has diabetes, there can be some confusion around how to eat carbohydrates, so they are beneficial and what "net carbs" are. Read on to learn more about net carbs and what you need to know with diabetes.

November 08, 2022

The holidays are just around the corner, and, for many people, that means more desserts, candy, sweetened drinks, and party food. Studies show that sugar does more harm than good to the human body.

August 12, 2022

Type II diabetes occurs when the body cannot make enough insulin to combat the sugar or carbohydrates consumed. Try these low-carb food finds to help manage blood sugar for people with type II diabetes.

May 19, 2022

Between 4 to 10% of women of reproductive age have polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), making it one of the most common metabolic and reproductive disorders for women in this age group.

April 21, 2022

Turmeric has been around for millennia, but it has recently gathered attention with its reported medicinal properties. Should you consider adding it to your healthy diet regimen?

February 15, 2022

You may have heard of simple and complex carbohydrates, but figuring out what sugars are in your food can be anything but simple.

December 14, 2021

Diabetes can lead to complications such as heart disease, stroke, blindness, kidney failure, lower-limb infection, injury, or even amputation. Lower-limb infection, injury, or amputation can be prevented by properly caring for your feet.

October 18, 2021

Diabetes is a chronic health condition affecting more than 34 million people in the U.S. Semglee is a new once-daily injection to treat diabetes.

October 07, 2021

Having blood sugar that’s too high or low, a common issue for diabetic patients is a problem many are unfamiliar with. Learn to recognize the warning signs and understand what to do.

September 10, 2021

Obesity is a widespread health problem in the U.S., affecting many children as well as adults. Childhood obesity increases the risk of many health conditions and medical problems.

September 08, 2021

Many people with prediabetes will be diagnosed with type 2 diabetes within 10 years. Fortunately, diet and lifestyle changes can greatly reduce your chances of developing diabetes.

August 23, 2021

If you’re like most diabetic patients, you're likely testing your blood sugar more than once a day. Continuous glucose monitors (CGM) may help you get away from the tedious and slightly painful lancet sticks.

July 28, 2021

Maintaining a healthy lifestyle and managing your weight can help keep your blood glucose at a healthy level, helping prevent diabetes and its complications.

July 23, 2021

Did you know that 42% of American adults are obese? Obesity, or weighing more than what is considered healthy for a given height, is one of today’s most common health issues. Learn more about medications that can help.

June 29, 2021

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), diabetes ranks in the top 10 causes of death worldwide, with an estimated 1.5 million deaths.

January 28, 2021

If you’re looking for the secret to a longer, healthier life, you may not have to look any farther than Blue Zones.

November 23, 2020

Diabetic eye disease is a collection of eye problems that occur as a complication of diabetes. Diabetic eye disease is a result of damaged blood vessels in the eyes.

November 12, 2020

Regardless of your age or the severity of any risk factors, it's never too late to make healthy changes that can improve your blood sugar levels.

September 28, 2020

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) affects up to 12% of women in their childbearing years. It is one of the most common causes of infertility in women.

July 22, 2020

Diabetes is linked to serious health complications, including kidney disease, nerve damage, impaired wound healing, skin conditions, and eye damage. Some long-term complications of diabetes can be life-threatening.

June 01, 2020

Insulin can lose its effectiveness if not stored correctly. Here are some insulin storage tips to keep in mind.

April 23, 2020

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Trijardy XR in January 2020 for lowering blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes. This new medication combines the effects of three antidiabetic drugs to simplify your treatment plan and help you achieve your target blood sugar level.

April 22, 2019

According to a study from the CDC, the percent of patients taking both insulin and an oral medication increased between 1997 and 2011.