A reader asks, “Sometimes — especially during the night — my CGM shows a sudden sharp glucose decline out of the blue. Why does this happen …
Blood Sugar Management
Keeping your blood sugar (glucose) levels in a healthy range may require monitoring several times a day. Articles in this section discuss how often to check your blood glucose, how to do it properly and how to interpret the numbers. You’ll also find tips for getting accurate results from your meter, keeping records of your readings and more.
Losing Weight But Blood Sugar Still High: Diabetes Questions and Answers
A reader asks, “even with more weight loss, my blood sugars won’t budge. Do you have any ideas? I have type 2 diabetes.” Read More “Losing Weight But Blood Sugar Still High: Diabetes Questions and Answers”
Steroids and Blood Sugar: Diabetes Questions and Answers
I have well-managed type 1 diabetes. I’ll be getting a steroid injection and heard that it could really mess with my blood sugar control. What can I expect? Read More “Steroids and Blood Sugar: Diabetes Questions and Answers”
Getting Your A1C to Target
Lowering your A1C often takes a multi-pronged effort, and typically involves a combination of medication and lifestyle factors… Read More “Getting Your A1C to Target”
A1C Test Insurance Coverage and Estimated A1C
There is more to the A1C test than meets the eye. Learn about A1C test insurance coverage, estimated A1C, and more… Read More “A1C Test Insurance Coverage and Estimated A1C”
Diabetes: Time in Range
Time in range is the hot new measure of diabetes management. How can you maximize it? Get expert tips here… Read More “Diabetes: Time in Range”
How Is the A1C Test Done?
Living with diabetes and wondering how the A1C test is done and what the results means? Get our expert answers here… Read More “How Is the A1C Test Done?”
What Is A1C: Basics of the Test
As part of “knowing your numbers,” make sure you know what your A1C level is, what it means, and what to do if it’s not at target… Read More “What Is A1C: Basics of the Test”
Insulin Resistance: Your Questions Answered
The term “insulin resistance” has been trending in the media for a while. If you have questions about insulin resistance, keep reading to get answers… Read More “Insulin Resistance: Your Questions Answered”
How to Lower Blood Sugar Quickly
Because hyperglycemia is potentially dangerous and can make you feel unwell, it’s important to take steps to lower your blood sugar. Here’s how… Read More “How to Lower Blood Sugar Quickly”
Five Hacks to Help Control Blood Sugar Naturally
The impacts of these lifestyle hacks are not limited to glucose control. They will benefit many aspects of your life… Read More “Five Hacks to Help Control Blood Sugar Naturally”
