Diabetes Self-Management

If you’ve had diabetes for any length of time, you’re probably aware of the signs and symptoms of high blood sugar. But how and why do these symptoms occur? Get the answers from our experts. Chances are good that you’ve tried at least one sugar subst

November is National Diabetes Awareness month. Whether you are one of the 30.3 million Americans managing diabetes or caring for someone who is, the awareness month is an opportunity to elevate the conversation around the condition; talk about preven

Researchers in Sweden say a procedure they’ve developed might make it possible to detect nerve damage in people with Type 2 diabetes more quickly than ever before. According to Olov Rolandsson, MD, PhD, of Umea University, “Although there is currentl

A study published in the Journal of Hypertension suggests a diet that includes a higher intake of yogurt can help lower the risk of cardiovascular disease in people who have high blood pressure. Earlier studies had indicated the consumption of dairy

We’re all familiar with different types of diabetes, but how familiar are you with other types of diabetes and diabetes-related conditions that affect blood sugar? Test yourself with this quiz. 1. In which of the following conditions is diabetes a ma

Go into just about any drugstore and you’ll find row after row of all kinds of medicines. It can be confusing for anyone, but perhaps even more so for people with diabetes. To help patients with this predicament, a professor at the Southern Illinois

Toxic substances produced when protein or fat combines with sugar in the bloodstream. AGEs are formed as part of normal metabolism, but at excessive levels, they can cross-link with the body’s proteins, altering their structure and function and promo

Q: I have diabetes, and I’ve been having trouble sleeping. I’d just about kill for a good night of rest. Is it safe for me to take a sleeping pill? A: Good sleep is so important. We know that insufficient sleep leads to higher blood glucose (BG) leve

Among the various complications of diabetes, foot ulcers are one of the most common and most aggravating. Fortunately, a new report has shown a new treatment for diabetic foot ulcers is both safe and effective. The key to the new treatment is nitrous

For people who have diabetes, National Diabetes Month is a good time to take a look at your diabetes management. Here are some suggestions for making the most of a month devoted to diabetes. Many lifestyle habits – not just eating and exercising – ca

Neil Armstrong once said, “Research is creating new knowledge.” It certainly is, and when that research is in the field of medicine, the impact on humankind can be immense. Particularly in the case of chronic conditions such as diabetes, groundbreaki

Sundays in November are far from restful for ESPN’s Adam Schefter. During football season, the famed NFL analyst leaves his New York home at 5:30 a.m. and travels two hours to the ESPN studios in Bristol, Connecticut. Here the television magic starts

While every family has its favorite holiday dishes, something new and different is always welcome at this year’s family feast. In honor of Diabetes Awareness month in November, Diabetes Self-Management asked four talented chefs – some of whom you may

Eighty-four million people – upwards of one-third of U.S. adults – have prediabetes. More shocking is that nine out of 10 don’t know they have it. If not addressed, prediabetes can lead to Type 2 diabetes in as little as five years. Prediabetes also

In 1993, the landmark Diabetes Control and Complications Trial (DCCT) showed definitively that those patients with Type 1 diabetes who practiced intensive blood glucose control had a significantly smaller risk of developing the microvascular complica

Undeniably, one’s family can be an integral part of diabetes self-management. Family can provide emotional support and help with maintaining specific lifestyle components related to self-care. While research has established that support (including su

MAKES 14 SERVINGS (3 OUNCES MEAT, 2 TABLESPOONS GRAVY PER SERVING) Nutrients per Serving: Calories 273, Total Fat 8g, Saturated Fat 2g, Protein 44g, Carbohydrates 2g, Cholesterol 181mg, Dietary Fiber 1g, Sodium 360mg Dietary Exchange: 5 Meat ½ cup co

MAKES 8 SERVINGS Nutrients per Serving: Calories 195, Total Fat 9g, Saturated Fat 3g, Protein 21g, Carbohydrates 5g, Cholesterol 59mg, Dietary Fiber 1g, Sodium 381mg Dietary Exchange: ½ Bread/Starch, 3 Meat 4 teaspoons olive oil, divided2 shallots, m

MAKES 6 SERVINGS. SERVING SIZE: 3 OUNCES PORK PLUS ⅔ CUP VEGETABLES. Nutrients per Serving: Calories 218, Carbohydrates 14g, Protein 25g, Fat 6g, Saturated Fat 2g, Cholesterol 73mg, Sodium 202mg, Fiber 3g Dietary Exchange: 1 Bread/Starch, 3 Meat. ¼ c

MAKES 10 SERVINGS. SERVING SIZE: 2 LAMB SLICES (WITHOUT MINT JELLY). Nutrients per Serving: Calories 172, Carbohydrates 1g, Protein 25g, Fat 7g, Saturated Fat 2g, Cholesterol 78mg, Sodium 121 mg, Fiber 1g Dietary Exchange: 3 Meat. 3 tablespoons coars

MAKES ABOUT 6 DOZEN SANDWICH COOKIES SERVING SIZE: 1 COOKIE Nutrients per Serving: Calories 92, Total Fat 5g, Saturated Fat 3g, Protein 1g, Carbohydrates 11g, Cholesterol 14mg, Sodium 10mg Dietary Exchange: 1 Bread/Starch, 1 Fat 1 cup (2 sticks) unsa

MAKES 24 SERVINGS Nutrients per Serving Calories 110, Carbohydrates 15g, Protein 3g, Fat 4g, Saturated Fat 1g, Cholesterol 20mg, Sodium 170mg, Fiber 2g Dietary Exchange: 1 Bread/Starch, ½ Fat 1 cup white whole wheat flour1 cup all-purpose flour¾ cup

THE HOLIDAY SEASON for many is a special time for family gatherings, gift-shopping and spiritual renewal. For those managing diabetes, the joy of the holiday season may also have its challenges, including difficult to manage blood glucose levels, ext

73 CALORIES PER SERVING 37 CALORIES PER SERVING Nutrients per Serving: Calories 37, Total Fat 1g, Saturated Fat 0g, Protein 2g, Carbohydrates 7g, Cholesterol 0mg, Dietary Fiber 2g, Sodium 109mg Dietary Exchange: ½ Bread/Starch 1 can (15 ounces) low-s

What is mindful eating? Mindful eating encompasses directing your full attention to the experience of eating – appreciating, respecting and enjoying your food. This involves taking note of the textures, colors and tastes as you savor each bite, inste

HAVE YOU EVER considered or observed the natural movement of the human form while walking or jogging? Do you notice the often subtle shifting of the upper body and/or the lower body while in motion that seems to replicate subtle twisting-like movemen

PILLOWS ARE PILLOWS, RIGHT? Not really. If you’re tired of tossing and turning all night, keeping your partner awake with your snoring or waking up bent over with back pain, consider switching to a wedge pillow. This type of pillow can make a world o

NEW PRODUCT ALERT! Looking for a lower lactose and sugar yogurt that is also high in protein? YQ by Yoplait is a new yogurt that is 99 percent lactose-free and one of the lowest added sugar yogurt options in the grocery store, with the plain variety