If you’ve been keeping up with federal guidance on who’s at higher risk for complications from COVID-19, you know that people with diabetes are among the affected groups. People older than 60, along with those who have respiratory problems, high blood pressure, and heart disease are, too, notes the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…
Sometimes we dread going to the doctor, especially if we feel fine. Usually people only feel the need to see their doctors if they feel sick or something feels wrong. Therefore, we put off doctor’s visits and check-ups if we feel healthy. However, these days, preventative healthcare is becoming more common and encouraged. A yearly…
It’s generally known that people with diabetes often struggle with many other associated health problems in addition to diabetes. After all, problems with blood sugar can affect almost every area of your body, so diabetic patients must pay close attention to changes in their body and report to their physician immediately. You may think that…
For diabetics, the holidays can be an especially challenging time of year. There is always so much food this time of year. Americans can typically gain seven to ten pounds during the holidays. By making some easy and conscious changes, you can minimize or prevent weight gain and keep your blood sugars under control. 1)…
Introduction Diabetes mellitus is an autoinflammatory syndrome that is a collection of many disorders such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and insulin resistance. Diabetes is the fourth leading cause of death. Type 2 diabetes (T2DM) is the most common form of diabetes (about 90% of cases) and the prevalence has increased dramatically in the…
November is American Diabetes Month. Diabetes is one of the leading causes of death and disability in America. It can cause blindness, nerve damage, kidney disease, and various health problems if it is not controlled. It is a sweeping epidemic that affects people of all size, shape, age, and ethnicity. Complications of diabetes include nerve…
Nearly 30 million children and adults in the United States have diabetes, a disease where a person’s blood glucose levels are above normal. When you have diabetes, your body either doesn’t make enough insulin, or can’t use its own insulin as well as it should. This causes sugar to build up in your blood that…
Living with Diabetes – How to Make the Most of Your Holiday Feast! As the holiday season approaches, diabetics face an abundance of old family recipes and cold weather comfort foods, which can pose serious health problems if not served with caution. Zoe Crawford, fitness manager of Lifestyles at OakBend, provides tips to enjoy the…
