What blood sugar levels can be considered normal? Your blood sugar level should be between 70 milligrams per deciliter to 100 mg/dl after 8 hours of not eating. A blood sugar level above 100 mg/dL at any time may indicate that a pre-diabetes condition is present.
If your level falls between 100 and 199, this indicates […]
Are there natural cures for type 1 diabetes? Many people seem to think so, judging by the number of products and books for sale. The fact is that there are herbs, botanicals, minerals and common vitamins that help the body naturally control blood sugar levels. Whether or not these products should be advertised as natural […]
Are you a diabetic and do you check your blood sugar level regularly ? - Some people whom I have spoken to find it a hassle to do so, but is it really so difficult if it could SAVE YOUR LIFE ?
With the availability of the many forms of home blood glucose monitoring (HBGM) devices […]
“Life is just a bowl of cherries.” Whoever came up with this quote probably never was diagnosed with diabetes or depression. When you have diabetes, life can seem like a bowl of rotten bananas! But, just because you live with diabetes, doesn’t mean you have to live with depression!
What’s the big deal with depression?
Depression is […]
“Heigh ho, heigh ho, it’s off to work we go…”. You probably remember this fun song in the childhood movie, “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.” Little did we know that Snow White, Sneezy, Sleepy, Doc, Dopey, Happy, Bashful, and Grumpy’s everyday chores may actually prevent diabetes!
What housework tasks are recommended to do to prevent […]
Imagine life if you couldn’t…
1. Attend a symphony
2. Bungee jump in Queenstown, New Zealand
3. Create a scrapbook
4. Dine at a fine restaurant
5. Explore the ancient Mayan caves
6. Fly in a helicopter over the Grand Canyon
7. Go on an African Safari
8. Host a radio show
9. Invent something
10. Join a gym
11. Kiss the ones you love
12. Love […]
What would you say if I told you that I have the secret ingredient to lower your blood sugar? What, then, would you say if I told you that you probably already have this ingredient in your kitchen pantry? It’s cinnamon. That’s right! The fragrant and delicious spice you cook and bake with only during […]
Do you remember the amusing childhood game, “Follow the Leader?” One person is elected the leader and everyone else for a period of time must follow that leader. Your children play “Follow the Leader” when it comes to health whether you realize it or not. Well, obesity in young adults leads to higher incidence of […]
Extra! Extra! Read all about it! Type 2 diabetes diagnosis actually doubles the risk of having a stroke. If you have diabetes, then your chances of having a stroke are doubled.
Taking care of diabetes can be very stressful and time-consuming. The stresses of diabetes management are more than just controlling your blood glucose. Diabetics must […]
If you are looking for ways to control your diabetes by using diet then there are several things you should keep in the front of your mind. Consuming large amounts of vegetables, fruits, and carbohydrates is always a good thing and can help reduce your blood glucose levels. If you are looking for certain, foods […]