Living with Diabetes Articles

Nutritional Supplement Drinks for Diabetics

If you have Diabetes, chances are you've seen nutritional supplement drinks in advertisements or in the store. Some specifically target people with Type 2 Diabetes and some target older adults. If you've never tried a nutritional supplement drink before, here's the lowdown.

An Overview of Diabetic Retinopathy

Diabetic retinopathy, a leading cause of blindness in adults in the U.S., is a disease of the retina brought about by diabetes. It is caused by prolonged high blood sugar levels and usually gets progressively worse through the years.

What causes diabetic retinopathy and what happens...

Flax Seed: Nature's Little Powerhouse

You might have heard about flax seed - it's a tiny seed, just slightly larger than a sesame seed, but it packs a huge nutritional punch. Everyone can benefit by including flax seed in their diet, but it is an especially healthy choice for those with Diabetes.

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Background Insulin

Because your body uses glucose as energy throughout the day, you need a long-acting insulin in the bloodstream to help your body release glucose into your cells and produce energy.

Long-acting insulin or ultralente, and the newer ultra long-acting insulins such as Lantus and Levemir...

Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)

When checking your blood glucose at home on your glucometer, you are basically getting a "snapshot" picture of your blood sugar level at that specific moment. This is very important to understand how to manage your blood glucose levels. However, your blood sugar levels change a lot...