he main function of insulin is to help glucose (sugar) move from the bloodstream into the cells. In a person without diabetes, the pancreas releases insulin when it senses that the level of sugar in the bloodstream is rising. Insulin then "pairs up" with the sugar and...
Ever wish you could just take the day off from diabetes? Especially a holiday like Thanksgiving? The smorgasbord of carb-heavy food is enough to make any person with diabetes run screaming from the table in pure frustration, and I wouldn't blame you at all if you did....
It seems like new carb counting apps hit the market every week, and that’s great. It’s good to know that app developers are working hard to help make dealing with diabetes a little easier. But the flood of choices can...
Does your diabetes ever make you feel like you're going over the edge? If your diabetes feels out of control, it's time to call in a pro. There's absolutely no shame in saying "I need to get help for diabetes." In fact, reaching out for help is the smart thing to...
If you need an excuse to turn in early, here it is: the quality and quantity of your sleep affects your chances of developing diabetes. Studies have shown that people who report sleeping less than five hours per night are twice as likely to develop type 2...
