Over time, high blood glucose can have harmful effects on the body, leading to complications such as neuropathy (nerve damage), nephropathy (kidney disease), and retinopathy (eye disease). Learn about how to prevent and treat these — and other — complications of diabetes.
According to the National Eye Institute, “Macular edema is the build-up of fluid in the macula, an area in the center of the retina.” Learn about symptoms, treatment, and prevention… Read More “Diabetic Macular Edema (DME): Symptoms, Treatment, Prevention”
Gastroparesis is a condition in which the stomach takes too long to empty food into the small intestine. If you have this condition, there are certain foods that can provide you with nutrition while minimizing symptoms… Read More “What To Eat if You Have Gastroparesis”
Diabetes can affect many parts of the body, including the heart, kidneys and nerves. What you may not know is that diabetes can also affect your lungs and can impact how well you breathe… Read More “Diabetes and Asthma: Is There a Link?”
If you have diabetes, you are at risk for high blood pressure (hypertension), as well. Get tips for treating high blood pressure… Read More “Treating High Blood Pressure”
One of the most common complications of having diabetes is kidney disease. Learn about symptoms and how to keep your kidneys healthy… Read More “How to Keep Your Kidneys Healthy”
Here are some common habits that don’t do your heart and blood vessels any good — and what you can do about them! Read More “Be Heart Smart: Habits That Can Harm Your Heart”
People with diabetes are more likely to have heart disease than those without diabetes. Get heart smart and learn about cardiovascular goals… Read More “Be Heart Smart: Know Your Numbers”
Sponsored Infections, circulation problems and nerve damage are common problems among people with diabetes, meaning it’s especially important to prioritize caring for your feet … Read More “Tips to Take Care of Diabetic Feet”
Learn how diabetes can affect your heart, including signs and symptoms of possible heart problems, as well as what you can do to keep your heart healthy… Read More “Does Diabetes Hurt Your Heart?”
