5 Reasons to Keep Blood Glucose Under Control
by DiabetesCare.net | Feb 16, 2015 | Newly Diagnosed
You most likely have heard words from your health care team (or a variation of it) ”You need to keep your blood glucose in control”. Do you know why or is it because your doctor told you to do this? It is important to know why you need to keep your blood glucose in control and then actually come up with a plan to do just that. This blog will explore five...
Want to Keep Your Relationship Going Strong? Intimacy is Key
by DiabetesCare.net | Feb 13, 2015 | Social Life
For people with type 2 diabetes and may be dealing with obesity or body image issues, getting intimate with each other is something that can be a real challenge for couples. And intimacy is the key to a relationship not just sex alone. One difficult phrase and concept that I try to get my clients to understand is “Mind Blowing Intimacy.” This is no...
Dementia Link to Diabetes
by DiabetesCare.net | Feb 2, 2015 | Mental
You might hear talk that diabetes is linked to an increased risk for dementia. What do you know about this subject? Can you define the term dementia? Do you know when you should discuss possible dementia with your doctor? This blog will explain what dementia is and follow with recent research on diabetes and dementia. A link will be provided for you to...
Diabetes and Strength Training
by DiabetesCare.net | Jan 19, 2015 | Exercise
There are three important kinds of exercise for people with diabetes. These include aerobic exercise, strength training and exercises to increase flexibility. (1) It is very important to ask your doctor and health care team what types of exercise you can do. You should not only get permission to exercise but also have guidance on when you should exercise,...
Five First Steps After a Diabetes Diagnosis
by DiabetesCare.net | Dec 22, 2014 | Newly Diagnosed
In the U.S. alone, nearly two million people are diagnosed with diabetes each year. (1) What should you, or someone you know or love, do if you are one of those people? Call or talk to your doctor-If the diagnosis was not made by your doctor call your doctor immediately and tell him/her what happened. Even if your doctor diagnoses you, ask if you should go...
Some Tips for Your Holiday Party
by DiabetesCare.net | Dec 11, 2014 | Social Life
It’s the holiday season again; and you know what that means; parties, parties and more parties. From work to home you will face obstacles that interfere with your weight loss and blood glucose goals. Focusing on weight loss during the holiday season can be tough and disappointing. That is why during the holidays it is recommended to focus on maintaining...
