CHECKING YOUR BLOOD GLUCOSE
Why Test Blood Glucose? Diet, exercise, medication, and stress management are the keys to achieving normal blood glucose levels. People who keep their blood glucose levels within their target range...
View ArticleWHEN TO TEST BLOOD GLUCOSE
When To Test How often you check your blood glucose depends on a number of factors.* Your type of diabetes* The type, amount, and frequency of your medication* How much your blood glucose changes...
View ArticleHOW TO TEST BLOOD GLUCOSE LEVELS
Blood glucose tests are quick and easy to do. You can test almost anywhere, anytime in one minute or less. Blood glucose tests can be done with a test strip and a small hand-held electronic meter or...
View ArticleACCEPTABLE BLOOD GLUCOSE LEVELS
A normal blood glucose is 70-110 mg/dl before a meal and less than 120 mg/dl 2 hours after a meal. Target ranges are different for different people. Your health care professionals can help you set...
View ArticleKETOACIDOSIS(DKA)
Ketones are the acids or toxins produced when blood glucose rises in the absence of insulin. Large amounts of ketones in the blood can cause a life-threatening problem called diabetic ketoacidosis...
View ArticleKETONES
What are Ketones ? When too little insulin is present, your body cannot use glucose for energy. it is then forced to break down fat for energy. This causes your body to produce ketones (acids) and...
View ArticleHYPERGLYCEMIA
Higher than normal blood glucose levels, or hyperglycemia needs to be treated. Causes of Hyperglycemia* Too little insulin or oral medication* Too much food* Less activity or exercise than usual* More...
View ArticleHYPOGLYCEMIA
One important aspect of blucose control is preventing hypoglycemia or low blood sugar. Hypoglycemia is also called an insulin reaction. An insulin reaction generally is easy to detect and treat....
View ArticleGETTING THE HELP YOU NEED
If Your Diabetes Is Newly Diagnosed, Your First Doctor Visit Should Include:* A complete medical history* A complete physical examination* A laboratory evaluation* A diabetes management plan Your...
View ArticleWHAT IS DIABETES?
Diabetes is a chronic disease in which the body does not make, or does not properly use, insulin. As a result, the blood sugar (glucose) is higher than normal, giving the diagnosis of diabetes....
View ArticleThe basics
Diabetes "Basics" Diabetes means that your blood glucose (often called blood sugar) is too high. Your blood always has some glucose in it because your body needs glucose for energy to keep you going....
View ArticleCOMPLICATIONS
Complications After many years, diabetes can lead to serious problems in your eyes, kidneys, nerves, and gums and teeth. But the most serious problem caused by diabetes is heart disease. When you have...
View ArticleTREATMENT OPTIONS
Treatment Options What if I have type 1 diabetes? Type 1 is the type of diabetes that people most often get before 30 years of age. All people with type 1 diabetes need to take insulin (IN-suh-lin)...
View ArticleTYPE 2 NEW GROWING EPIDEMIC
Type 2 Diabetes: A Growing Epidemic A recent medical research report, looking ahead from the year 2000, set the tone for today's high -- and growing -- level of concern about the increasing diabetes...
View ArticleINSULIN RESISTANCE
Why You Need to Know About Insulin ResistanceWhat is insulin resistance? Insulin resistance, an underlying cause of type 2 diabetes, occurs when the body fails to respond properly to the insulin it...
View ArticleTIPS FOR EATING WELL WITH DIABETES
Tips For Eating Well With DiabetesComing Up With a Meal Plan There is no one diabetes diet. Your doctor or dietitian will work with you to come up with a plan suited to your needs. They may talk to...
View ArticleNUTRITION MYTHS AND FACTS
Nutrition Myths and FactsSugar is not the root of all evil, even for people with diabetes. "Eating too much sugar causes diabetes" "People with diabetes can't eat sugar" "I have to give up all of my...
View ArticleWHY EYE CARE IS IMPORTANT
Take a Look: Why Eye Care Is ImportantAs someone with type 2 diabetes, you may have read that diabetes is the most common cause of blindness in adults. But blindness doesn't have to happen because you...
View ArticleCARING FOR YOUR FEET
Step This Way: Caring For Your FeetChances are, your doctor has told you that, as a person with diabetes, you need to take special care of your feet. That's because a common complication of diabetes,...
View ArticleLET YOUR ACTIVITY FIT YOUR LIFESTYLE
Moving and Grooving: Let Your Activity Fit Your LifestyleRemember to consult your doctor before starting any exercise program. It's never too late to start an exercise program. In fact, you may be...
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