HEALTHY LIVING
Managing diabetes
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Management is quite different for type 1 and type 2 diabetes, but trying to maintain blood sugar levels as close to normal as possible is the common thread.
Management is quite different for type 1 and type 2 diabetes, but trying to maintain blood sugar levels as close to normal as possible is the common thread.
Diabetics need to know their feet like the back of their hand. High blood glucose levels can lead to two types of damage that spell trouble for the feet.
Diabetes can wreak havoc on the body. A diabetic may see energy level, weight, or skin changes. One change they may not foresee is how it can affect vision.
Being active can help you maintain a healthy body weight and reduce your risk of certain conditions such as heart disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes.
At some point in their lives, about 1 in 3 people with diabetes will develop a skin disorder related to their diabetes.
Our busy lives often prevent home food preparation. Dining at a restaurant or getting lunch from a take-out counter, it’s important to make healthy choices.
The high blood sugar levels common in diabetes may spell trouble down the road with the patient’s feet.
Diabetes is a condition where people don't produce enough insulin to meet their body's needs and/or their cells don't respond properly to insulin.
In Canada, almost 2.7 million people have diabetes, and about 25% of those with the condition are unaware that they have it.
Diabetics need to take special care when ill. When sick, it’s very important to watch blood glucose levels, as they may be very unpredictable.
An important part of taking care of your diabetes also includes knowing when to call your primary health care provider or seek medical help.
Ten minutes here and ten minutes there of even just moderate exercise can add up to considerable health benefits.
Controlling diabetes means smart food choices to help keep blood sugar, weight, and cholesterol in better control and exercise usually lowers blood sugar.
As with any medical diagnosis, receiving a diagnosis of diabetes can trigger a wide-ranging torrent of emotions.
The high blood sugar levels common in diabetes may spell trouble down the road with the patient’s feet.
With blood glucose meters, you can monitor your blood sugar yourself and determine if it is within the target range - all without leaving your home.
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