About My Non-Insulin Diabetes Medications
As a part of managing your diabetes, your doctor may have told you to take other diabetes medications in addition to insulin. As wit...
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All About High Blood Sugar
You shouldn’t expect your blood sugar to always be perfectly on target because sometimes biological reasons will cause your blood su...
All About Low Blood Sugar
Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) is one of the most important things to know about if you’re taking medication for your diabetes. You...
Are Insulin Shots Painful?
Many people worry that insulin shots hurt, but, they don’t hurt as much as you might think. They hurt less than sticking your finger...
Caring For Yourself When Sick
If you have diabetes, it’s important to have a plan for the days that you’re sick. Illness affects your blood sugar control, and blo...
Carmen’s Story: “What will my family say?”
Watch the video to hear this patient’s story about diabetes.
Dash Diet
Changing what you eat can be one of the best treatments for high blood pressure. It will also help the blood pressure pills you take...
Diabetes and Indian Cuisine
The following are some helpful tips for eating Indian Cuisine while trying to manage your diabetes. An Indian meal typically consist...
Diabetes and Mexican Cuisine
The following are some helpful tips for eating Mexican Cuisine while trying to manage your diabetes. Pay attention to the label on f...
Diabetes and Puerto Rican Cuisine
Here are some helpful tips for preparing and eating traditional Puerto Rican food while trying to manage your diabetes. Try and use...