November is Diabetes Awareness Month. It starts right after Halloween. You might be worried of not being able to enjoy Halloween because of diabetes. Halloween equals sweets, right? Wrong. You don’t have to completely restrict yourself from eating candies. You can still enjoy treats without spiking your blood sugar. Portion control is key. There are…
Just like humans, pets can develop diabetes too. Pets can get both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. Female cats and female dogs can also get gestational diabetes. Diabetes is a disease that affects the body’s ability to process blood sugar. With type 1 diabetes, the pancreas produces insufficient insulin or stops producing insulin. With type 2…
Manufacturers recommend to change diabetic lancets every use. This is to prevent skin infections and painful finger pricks caused by blunt lancets. Although lancets are inexpensive, there are folks who choose to reuse them. If you have extra diabetic lancets, you can sell them at Test Strip Search. We resell lancets to other diabetics. This…
Hello everyone, The holiday season is here! We have compiled a few diabetic friendly dessert videos from YouTube. Enjoy! Chocolate Fudge Cake Cinnamon Rolls Pumpkin Pie Lemon Tart Chocolate Cupcake Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
You may have heard that alcohol consumption has some substantial benefits to your body. Several studies show that it can lower your risk of cardiovascular diseases and decrease chances of developing dementia. Be that as it may, you still need to consider some factors before drinking alcohol. 1. Consult your Physician – Always. Ask questions to doctors…
In 2005, a study by Susanne de la Monte’s group at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, identified a reason why people with type 2 diabetes had a higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s. In this kind of dementia, the hippocampus, a part of the brain involved in learning and memory, seemed to be insensitive to insulin.…
Bitter Gourd or Bitter Melon is a plant that is widely grown in tropical countries. It is very low in calories and a rich source of iron, vitamins B1, B2, and B3, potassium, zinc, magnesium, phosporus, folate, and fiber. Fresh bitter gourd is rich in vitamin C. Health Benefits: Diabetes: Bitter gourd has a chemical that…
There are many misconceptions about the disease such as eating too much sugar causes it and only old people get it. Here are 7 of the most common misconceptions about diabetes. 1. Eating too much sugar causes diabetes. The exact cause of type 1 diabetes is unknown. It happens when the beta cells in the…
Neuropathy Diabetic nerve damage hurts and also lessens your ability to feel cold or pain. It is possible to not feel a foot injury. It could cause you to hurt yourself and not even realize it. Always inspect your feet for blisters or injuries. Nerve damage could also change the shape of your toes and feet. …
Necessary Diabetic Supplies Have you or a loved one recently been diagnosed with diabetes? There are a few products you will need on your shelves soon in order to manage your diabetes. Here are some of the more basic supplies you will use often to manage your diabetes. 1. Blood Glucose Testing Meter Testing your…