Ever wonder why your blood sugar is a tad higher than normal when you wake up in the morning? After all, you’ve been fasting all night. Your sugar levels should be fairly low, right? Turns out, your body is experiencing the dawn phenomenon. The kicker? It happens to everybody–not just people with diabetes. While you’re […]
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Are all calories created equal?
Whether it’s broccoli or potato chips, 100 calories is 100 calories, right? Wrong! Turns out, calories aren’t like people–they’re not all created equal. According to WebMD, the average adult should eat somewhere between 1,500-2,000 calories each day. Here’s how to make the most of them. First, it’s important to know what a calorie actually looks […]
The Dos and Don’ts of Blood Sugar Logging
Keeping an up-to-date blood sugar log is one of the best steps you can take to manage your diabetes as well as your overall health. Here’s the lowdown on how to organize your log so that you–and your doctor–can get the most out of your sugar data. DO: Organize your sugars according to when you […]
Diabetes Stress-Busters
Life is stressful enough as it is. Throw in managing a 24/7 disease like diabetes, and you have a recipe for sleepless nights, frustration, and even depression. You already know that when you feel like you’re carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders, your blood glucose can rise, causing your diabetes to become […]
How to break the top bad diabetes habits
We’ve all been there. One postponed doctor appointment here, an unchanged lancet there. Because diabetes is such a time-consuming condition, it can be easy to take a few shortcuts in your care plan. Unfortunately, these seemingly helpful time-savers can develop into bad habits–ones that make managing your diabetes more difficult in the long run. To […]
Tips for Traveling with Diabetes
Managing a chronic health condition can be a challenge, even from the comfort of your own home. It can be especially challenging when you are on vacation–out of your element and living out of a suitcase. With some forethought and planning, you can have a safe and healthy trip and have some fun as well. […]
Tips for Coping with Gestational Diabetes
A study published this week in the journal Diabetes Care showed that rates of gestational diabetes among Canadian women nearly doubled from 1996 to 2010. It’s no secret that the rates of diabetes are on the rise, and this fact applies to prenatal health, too. If you’ve been diagnosed with gestational diabetes, read on for […]
5 Tips for a Diabetes-Friendly Thanksgiving
The holidays are about relaxing, celebrating, and having a good time. Whether you’re spending this Thanksgiving at home with family, or you’re visiting friends far away, these easy tips will help you enjoy the festivities, while keeping your diabetes management in-check. 1. Avoid skipping meals With the promise of a hearty, filling dinner at the […]
Take Control of Your Diabetes: The 7 Self-Care Beh...
The American Association of Diabetes Educators created the 7 self-care behaviors to help people better manage their diabetes. While self management is difficult, these steps help break down the process and show clear areas where goals need to be made. 1. Healthy Eating One of the most important steps to take to start better managing your […]
The Low-Down on Low Blood Sugar: Hypoglycemia 101
So, what’s the deal with hypoglycemia? Not to be confused with hyperglycemia, it’s a condition that occurs when your body has abnormally low blood sugar level (less than 70). According to the American Diabetes Association, it is characterized by the following symptoms: Mild Symptoms: Shakiness Palpitations Sweating Dizziness Fast heartbeat Hunger Blurred vision Decreased concentration […]