Co-Founder & Editor-in-Chief of Diabetes Health Page, Fitness trainer and instructor has dedicated her career to educating and informing people for over 10 years. As one of the most passionate diabetes advocates, Gabi has worked tirelessly to ensure that those people receive the education and support they need to properly manage their diabetes and achieve their health, fitness and weight loss goals.
Nowadays, one of the most widespread chronic illnesses is diabetes. According to estimations, approximately 10 percent of the population has a diabetes diagnosis, while on the other hand, around 8 million people have diabetes but they are undiagnosed. You can manage diabetes with the help of medication, a proper and balanced diet, and lifestyle. Another […]
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The primary tools to check the blood sugar levels are the lancing device and lancets. These tools are designed to help people with diabetes test their blood glucose as painlessly as possible. But, to avoid the pain, there are some tricks we should try with these devices. Here are some of the best ways to […]
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Having diabetes requires tracking the type of food we consume, and regulating the blood sugar levels. But, we also need to keep in mind that we should consider our intake of carbs. Particular fruits that have fiber, minerals, and vitamins can be good for our usual diet. However, they can have carbs that may affect […]
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Stomach and gastrointestinal pains could be a sign of a more serious problem. One such problem is gastroparesis. Gastroparesis is a stomach disease that affects the nerves that control the muscles of the stomach. When these muscles stop working, the stomach can’t properly grind and empty the food into the intestine. This disease can interfere […]
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Vitamin D is the popular ‘’sunshine’’ vitamin. It is a crucial fat-soluble nutrient that our body needs to function properly. It helps cell growth, boosts immune functions, and keeps the bones strong and healthy. The primary source of vitamin D is the sun, but there are some dietary supplements that people can take if they […]
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From the first moment when getting the diagnosis of type 2 diabetes all can be overwhelming and daunting. Likely we will need to face an endless list of tasks such as eating a balanced and healthy diet, medical appointments, being more active, taking medication, and quit smoking. And the first question that comes to our […]
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Diabetic nerve pain, or diabetic neuropathy, is a serious complication of diabetes. High glucose levels can damage nerve fibers throughout our entire body, especially in our feet and legs. Also, it can cause pain and numbness. But, this nerve damage can lead to problems with our urinary tract, digestive system, heart, and blood vessels. Symptoms […]
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If you happen to have diabetes, then you are aware that insulin plays one of the most vital roles in keeping you alive. So of course, it’s great news when one’s insulin choices expand, it improves one’s quality of life. The newest type of drug is inhalable insulin, which is rapid-acting and called Web MD. […]
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It turns out proteins are good for blood glucose control, so people with type 2 diabetes are highly recommended to increase their intake. Healthline analyzed the effects of a high-protein diet in people with type 2 diabetes. They consumed proteins from both, animal and plant sources. After six weeks, there was an improvement in their […]
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We all know that following a healthy and balanced diet is a vital part of diabetes management. Speaking of diet, it is said that following a vegetarian diet might help us control some of the diabetes symptoms. And also reduce the risk of related complications. However, the benefits depend on the kind of diet we […]
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