Winter has arrived with huge amounts of snow fall in the West, Midwest and Northeast regions. The South, including Florida had temperatures in the 30’s. Caring for diabetes can be challenging enough, but winter conditions may make it even more difficult.
Several recent studies have shown a connection between sleep apnea and diabetes. Diagnosing and treating sleep apnea can help people with diabetes maintain better blood glucose control. Learn more about the relationship between diabetes and sleep apnea and what it means to your overall health.
Whether you have diabetes or care about someone who does, Valentine’s Day is a wonderful time to celebrate true love. It doesn’t mean you have to hit the candy isle full of sugary treats to enjoy on this day. Consider these healthy, alluring Valentine diabetes treats instead.
Heart attack rates have fallen in the last four decades due to increased public awareness, quicker emergency paramedic treatment, improved medical procedures and drugs in all groups except for women under the age of 55.
People with diabetes enjoy optimum well-being when they make smart choices about what to eat. The wrong food and beverage choices can lead to blood sugar highs and other physical complications. Discover delicious and healthy meal options with diabetes.
8 million adults in the United States discuss balance disorders with their health care providers on a yearly basis. Harvard Health reports "90% of hip fractures are due to falls in people who experience balance issues.
New Year’s healthy resolutions usually start out strong with high expectations of all the things we should be doing to keep ourselves healthy, happy and focused. Try not to start this year off with additional self- induced pressures.
The latest diabetes dental care products include Xylitol toothpaste and Xylitol products. Xylitol is a natural alternative to sugar used to make toothpaste, chewing gum and oral rinses that taste good without raising your blood sugars. Additionally, Xylitol helps prevent dental cavities, combats gum disease and promotes healthy oral hygiene.
Caring for an elderly adult with diabetes can be a major responsibility. Find out what should be done to provide the best possible care for your aging relatives, neighbors, and friends. Create a checklist of basic care routines to help seniors with diabetes live healthier lives.
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"22% of people with diabetes suffer from gum disease. The risk of gum disease increases with age and out of control blood sugars. 1 in 5 cases of total tooth loss is linked to diabetes".