diabetes

We’re here to tell you all of the important screenings and tests every senior should get and why they are important to you and your health.

Just because you’re diabetic doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the rich, delicious dishes that others get to enjoy during the holiday season. With some alternatives to traditional yuletide recipes, you can dig in without the worry that goes along with it. Here are some diabetes-friendly recipes to feast on!

If your levels drop too low, your body can’t function – and hypoglycemia takes hold.  While this commonly occurs in individuals with diabetes, it can happen to anyone. Hypoglycemia can be caused by a number of health changes or habits, and it can have serious consequences.

It’s so important to be aware of common health concerns so you can take the proper steps to live longer and healthier!

What makes one food better than another for people with type 1 diabetes largely comes down to a food’s glycemic index (GI). The glycemic index scores foods on a scale of 0 to 100 based on how much they affect blood glucose levels two hours after consumption. With this in mind, people with type 1 diabetes should prioritize incorporating the following foods into their everyday life.

To make the road a little less treacherous, below are 5 tactics people can use to overcome the most common pitfalls associated with type 1 diabetes.