Exercises for Diabetes Patients
If you have diabetes, exercise will help you lower blood sugar and lose weight. These tips will help you find a workout plan that works for you. Aerobic exercise Aerobic exercise helps your body use insulin better. It makes your heart and bones strong, relieves stress, improves blood circulation, and reduces your risk for heart […]
Diabetes: Diagnosis and Treatment
Diabetes is a disorder of metabolism, the way our bodies use digested food for growth and energy. There are three main types of diabetes: type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes. How Do I Know If I Have Diabetes? Your doctor may suspect you have diabetes if you have some risk factors for diabetes, or […]
Artificial Sweeteners and Diabetes
It is possible to eat sweets when you have diabetes. But when you’re trying to satisfy your sweet tooth, it can be hard to know what to reach for at the grocery store (sugar-free this or low-calorie that). So, use this primer to help you choose wisely. The Sweet Facts When you’re comparing sweeteners, keep […]