agrees. "Over the past several months I've stopped weighing myself daily—or even weekly—for the first time in 20 years," she says. "But it's not working for me. I'm the kind of person who eats fairly healthy but then goes on a sweets or treats binge. I need the daily check-...
About diabetes medicines: Non-insulin diabetes medicine may be given to help control your child's blood sugar levels. Insulin may be added if non-insulin diabetes medicine becomes less effective over time. Insulin may be given through a pump or pen, or injected. You, your child, and the di...
Insulin may be needed if your diabetes is not controlled by nutrition and physical activity. Insulin is safe to use during pregnancy. Insulin may be given through a pump or pen, or injected. You and your care team will discuss the best method for you:...
Human biocultural reproduction is successful only with true well-being, and this happens when young people have hope. Hope comes from opportunities to participate in healthy social and community environments, when the young are part of systems of meaningful informal and formal education, and when the...
A look at common early warning signs of diabetes and what to do if you experience them. Elaine K. HowleyandVanessa CaceresDec. 20, 2024 Does Medicare Cover Diabetes Supplies? Managing diabetes involves daily blood sugar monitoring, specialized devices, and medications like insulin, so understanding...
Patrick would benefit from seeing a cardiologist on a regular basis as well as being involved in a healthy heart program which is often offered through hospitals. He may also benefit from seeing a dietitian to see if he can lower his cholesterol levels through diet. After he is treated and ...
A person with a healthy BMI might also have excess fat stored in their abdominal region. Waist to hip ratio is thus essential as it gives us a better idea of the amount of abdominal or visceral fats in our bodies. The higher one’s waist to hip ratio, the closer one is to obesity ...
Glyca-binding proteins (GBPs)are a category of proteins that bind specifically to certain sugar molecules. The “glyca” is the same prefix you see in the wordglycation. That describes what happens after a protein or fat binds with a sugar molecule (3). ...
If you have type 1 diabetes, the amount of insulin you need will decrease after you have your baby. You may not be able to take certain medicines if you breastfeed. Ask your care team provider when and how often to test your blood sugar level. You will need to check several times ...
The goal is to keep your blood sugar levels in a healthy range throughout the day. Blood sugar levels may drop too low if you have received insulin and do not eat. Eat more high-fiber foods. Examples include fresh or frozen fruits and vegetables, whole-grain breads, and beans. Fiber he...