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Say No to Joe?
A new study suggests that a compound found in coffee may increase the risk of glucose intolerance. What's the skinny on that latte?

Diabetes Self-Management Blog
Amy Campbell

Being Kind to Your Kidneys: Preventing Problems

Now that you know a little more (or refreshed your memory a bit) about diabetes and kidney disease, and the tests you need to see how healthy your kidneys are, you’re ready for the most important part: what you can do to prevent kidney problems from happening in the first place…

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Web Team

Joslin’s 2013 Diabetes Innovation Congress

This October, the world-renowned Joslin Diabetes Center will be hosting its second annual Diabetes Innovation Congress, featuring hundreds of leaders in diabetes care and obesity…

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Diane Fennell

Walking Reduces After-Meal Glucose Spikes

New research shows that short bouts of moderately intense walking in the morning and after meals can lower blood glucose levels after eating and improve 24-hour glucose control…

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Scott Coulter

For Teenagers

I don’t know how many teenage readers are out there — I know that isn’t the majority of who makes up this Web site’s readership. But today, I’m writing for you: I’m going to talk about living with diabetes through the teenage years…

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David Spero

Do You Meditate?

Last Monday, I went to my first meditation class. For years, I have heard that meditation reduces stress, increases energy, and improves focus. It might also open the doors to spiritual growth. I’m finally giving it a try…

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Jan Chait

I Do It MY Way

First, a smile for the day. My 84-year-old mother was visiting and I arranged to have coffee with a local friend of mine who is 86. I got to the coffee shop first and was, with the help of one of the employees, carving out a space for us at the community table. “I’m meeting two octogenarian ladies,” I told him…

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Amy Campbell

Being Kind to Your Kidneys: Kidney Function Tests

 
Web Team

Sign the Diabetes Petition

 
Diane Fennell

Night-Shift Work May Impair Glucose Tolerance

 
Scott Coulter

In the Moment

 
Web Team

FDA Patient Network Makes Its Debut

 
Web Team

Study Examines Impact of Type 1 on Family Members

 

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