Low Blood Sugar (Hypoglycemia)
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Low blood sugar can happen quickly. If not treated right away, it can cause a medical emergency. Here are common causes, symptoms to look for, and simple ways to treat it.
Patient Handouts
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Let’s Get Moving — Diabetes and Exercise
My Weekly Exercise Plan — Have Fun Being Active
Walking Works — Every Step Counts
High Blood Pressure and Diabetes
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Good blood pressure control is important for people with diabetes.
Taking Insulin
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Insulin works best when you inject into the fatty parts of the body just under the skin.
Losing Weight with Diabetes
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If you need to lose weight, your goal is to burn more calories than you eat-every day. Here are some simple ways to help you do this.
Managing Type 1 Diabetes for Pregnancy
Steven V. Edelman, MD
If you have type 1 diabetes and are thinking about becoming pregnant, there are important steps you should take now to make sure you will have a healthy baby. Even if you have good control of your blood glucose when you become pregnant, pregnancy is a high-risk situation for both you and your baby.
Carbohydrate Counting Basics
Jacqueline Gomes, RD, MBA
Keeping your blood glucose levels in the recommended target range can help to prevent or delay the long-term complications of diabetes.
Lifestyle Factors Affect Insulin Requirements
Susan Renda, MS, CRNP, CDE
The goal of insulin therapy is to imitate what would normally happen in your body if you did not have diabetes. Many factors can influence how much insulin your body needs to keep your glucose levels in control.
Grocery Shopping 101: Shopping Smart to Manage Your Diabetes
Jacqueline Gomes, RD, MBA
Food shopping when you have diabetes can be challenging, but it also can be an enjoyable experience when you have a plan. This guide will help give you a better understanding of how to get organized before going to your grocery store and how to navigate the store once you get there.
When Glucose Levels Are Too Low: A Major Barrier to Taking Control
Steven V. Edelman, MD
When taking control of your diabetes, the goal is to keep your blood glucose levels as close to normal as possible. By doing this, many diabetes-related complications, including eye, nerve, and kidney problems, can be avoided. Unfortunately, when blood glucose levels are kept close to normal, there is the chance that they can become too low. This condition is called hypoglycemia, and it is a major barrier to taking control of your diabetes.
Staying Healthy to Avoid Illness
Susan M. Renda, MS, CRNP, CDE
When you have diabetes, managing your blood glucose and taking care of your health may help you avoid serious illness and a trip to the hospital. Staying as healthy as you can requires regular planning and maintenance.
Blood Glucose Monitoring: Getting a Clear View of Your Diabetes
Susan M. Renda, MS, CRNP, CDE
When you clean the windshield of your car, you can then get a clear view of where you are going. You are better able to see the road ahead and more likely to reach your destination without hitting any obstacles.
Balancing Exercise and Insulin: What You Need to Know
Nancy Morgan Andreola, RN
Balancing exercise with your insulin needs can be tricky. Here is what you need to know to reap the benefits of exercise and keep your blood glucose in good control.
How to Adjust Your Insulin Dosages
Susan Renda, MS, CRNP, CDE
Diabetes means your body is unable to produce enough insulin to keep your blood sugar (glucose) at the proper levels. If you have type 1 diabetes mellitus (DM), you will need to use insulin right from the start.
Injecting Insulin: A Step-by-Step Strategy for Success
Nancy Andreola, RN
If you're one of the millions of Americans who inject insulin each day, these steps can help, whether you're a novice or an expert.
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