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Best and Worst Foods for Diabetes
Making healthy food and drink choices is key to managing diabetes. Use these guidelines from WebMD to choose the best and avoid the worst.
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How the Blood Sugar of Diabetes Affects the Body
Why are high blood sugar levels bad? WebMD examines the role of sugar in the development of diabetes and related conditions.
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A Closer Look at Diabetic Retinopathy
A common complication of diabetes is retinopathy, an eye condition that can lead to glaucoma and loss of vision. WebMD takes a closer look at diabetic retinopathy.
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Gestational Diabetes
Get the basics from WebMD about gestational diabetes, including causes and diagnosis.
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Type 2 Diabetes Risk Factors
Find out more from WebMD about the risk factors for type 2 diabetes.
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The Basics of a Healthy Diabetes Diet
While there is no such thing as a diabetes diet, there are certain guidelines to keep in mind for keeping your blood sugar levels in check. WebMD provides an overview of how to eat if you have diabetes.
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Diabetes Care in Special Situations
Learn more from WebMD on controlling your diabetes in special situations, like the holidays or traveling abroad.
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Diabetes Testing
WebMD explains the tests used to diagnose type 2 diabetes and the tests you should have if you have diabetes.
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Is There a Diabetes Cure?
Is it possible there may be a cure for diabetes? WebMD examines the possibilities, including weight loss surgery, stem cells, islet cells, natural therapies, and current treatments.
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Symptoms of Type 2 Diabetes
Knowing the signs and symptoms of type 2 diabetes -- and getting early medical intervention -- can help you prevent more serious complications. WebMD tells you what to look for.
Is This Normal? Get the Facts Fast!
Answer:
0-69
70-130
131+
Your level is currently
If the level is below 70 and you are experiencing symptoms such as shaking, sweating or difficulty thinking, you will need to raise the number immediately. A quick solution is to eat a few pieces of hard candy or 1 tablespoon of sugar or honey. Recheck your numbers again in 15 minutes to see if the number has gone up. If not, repeat the steps above or call your doctor.
People who experience hypoglycemia several times in a week should call their health care provider. It's important to monitor your levels each day so you can make sure your numbers are within the range. If you are pregnant always consult with your health care provider.
Congratulations on taking steps to manage your health.
However, it's important to continue to track your numbers so that you can make lifestyle changes if needed. If you are pregnant always consult with your physician.
Your level is high if this reading was taken before eating. Aim for 70-130 before meals and less than 180 two hours after meals.
Even if your number is high, it's not too late for you to take control of your health and lower your blood sugar.
One of the first steps is to monitor your levels each day. If you are pregnant always consult with your physician.
Did You Know Your Lifestyle Choices
Affect Your Blood Sugar?
Use the Blood Glucose Tracker to monitor
how well you manage your blood sugar over time.
This tool is not intended for women who are pregnant.
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