Family vacations, cruises, and world travel are all possible even if you have diabetes. It takes some planning and some extra work, but you can do it. Making your plans early and preparing for any emergency will allow a safe and enjoyable vacation. Any change in physical activity can cause blood glucose levels to swing high or low. Consult with your doctor and your medical support team about c..... More on American Association Diabetes Diet

The holidays could be a bleak and dismal time for those who suffer from diabetes. If you have a family that gathers at holidays and everyone cooks and bakes, you might find it hard to keep your blood sugar levels even. During the holidays, your eating habits change; there is more temptation, more activities, and sometimes a drastic increase in stress and depression. You can make it through the ..... More on American Association Diabetes Diet

There are some important informational items schools, teachers, and classmates need to know about diabetes. It’s important that your school be prepared for any emergency that should arise about your child’s diabetes. The school nurse should be part of the care team at school. Everyone who has contact with a child with diabetes needs to be ready to take care of providing the necessary support ne..... More on American Association Diabetes Diet

Erectile dysfunction is the inability to get and keep an erection. Impotence is common in men with diabetes and could suggest cardiovascular disease or depression. The inability to perform sexually affects the quality of life and relationships they share with their significant other. Disease, medication, drugs, and alcohol can cause it. Lifestyle problems, depression, stress, and anxiety are o..... More on American Association Diabetes Diet

Diabetes is a disease marked by high levels of blood glucose resulting from defects in insulin production in the pancreas. Diabetes can lead to serious complications and premature death. People with diabetes can take steps to control the disease and lower the risk of complications. Over 20 million Americans have diabetes or 7% of the population. Almost 30% don’t even know they have it. Diabete..... More on American Association Diabetes Diet

Why does gestational diabetes occur? The placenta produces a hormone that goes against the affect of insulin on blood sugar. Women who have a history of diabetes in the family are also more sensitive to this hormone. Mothers who have experienced gestational diabetes should research and be aware of what the symptoms of Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes are and be aware of the steps to take to avoid or..... More on American Association Diabetes Diet

Nerves are important for sending messages to the brain about touch, temperature, and especially pain. Nerves tell your muscles to move. They let your body know when it needs to digest food or urinate. Nerve damage for diabetics usually occurs after the patient has had the disease for several years. Most diabetics have some nerve damage. This damage is called Diabetic Neuropathy. There are tw..... More on American Association Diabetes Diet

There are many innovations for diabetes patients, among them the continuous monitoring device, the insulin pump, and new inhaled insulin treatments. These are great advances for those who have been diagnosed with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes. Among the new treatments for diabetes is a special diet that lowers blood glucose levels. The New England Journal of Medicine reports both a new ADA diet and ..... More on American Association Diabetes Diet

How much sleep do you need each night? Do you not get enough sleep? Do you get too much? Your sleep habits have been proven to contribute developing Type 2 diabetes. A research done by the Yale School of Medicine studied over 1709 men who were between the ages of 40 to 70 years old. This research spanned 15 years and included health questionnaires, blood samples, and home visits. It was fo..... More on American Association Diabetes Diet

The list of complications for those who have diabetes is endless. If you are diabetic, you already know the complications that can arise. Recently, one more item was added to the already long list of concerns. Studies show that those with diabetes have a higher risk of developing colorectal cancer. The good news is that if we have diabetes, colorectal cancer that is caught early is curable. C..... More on American Association Diabetes Diet

Recently, an amazing connection was made between the usage of cinnamon and the prevention of some of the symptoms of diabetes! Known for a long time as a spice that helps with energy, cinnamon can be a low cost addition to help strengthen a diabetes regimen. Funded by the Diabetes Action Research and Education Foundation, or DAREF, Dr. Richard Anderson performed a study on the possible useful effe..... More on American Association Diabetes Diet

There are many Diabetes Associations, often linked to particular countries, which offer support to diabetes sufferers and their families as well as funding research into this health condition. In the UK www.diabetes.org.uk is the largest support association offering information and advice to diabetics and their supporters. Day, weekend and week long activities are organised to allow those with di..... More on American Association Diabetes Diet