Diabetes Affects the Musculoskeletal System

2 years ago

I've had neck spurs, plantar fasciitis (heel spurs), trigger finger, and now I have arthritis. If you haven't already guessed,…

How Diabetes Affects the Lymphatic System

2 years ago

The lymphatic (lymph) system is an important part of the immune system. One of its jobs is to protect the…

How to Use the Glycemic Index to Manage Your Blood Sugar

2 years ago

Quick quiz, which will raise your blood sugar faster, a Snickers bar or instant oatmeal? The answer is instant oatmeal.…

Read the Tea Leaves: Tea May Prevent and Help Diabetes

2 years ago

For as long as I could remember, my father always had a cup of tea in his hand. Unlike my…

How to Prevent & Manage Colds and Flu with Diabetes

2 years ago

The only good thing that came out of the pandemic for me was that I haven’t had a cold for…

ALA Can Reduce Blood Sugars, but Caution if You Have This

2 years ago

Years ago, I used Alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) and loved it. I finally found a natural solution to help me reduce…

How Drinking Water Decreases Blood Sugar Levels

2 years ago

Drinking water is necessary for everyone, but especially for diabetics. It’s important not only for hydration but also because water…

Diabetes Affects Another Organ, the Mouth

2 years ago

You know diabetes affects organs such as the kidneys, heart, eyes, and skin. But did you know it also affects…

Is Coffee Bad for Diabetics?

2 years ago

Like most people, I can’t start my day without coffee. I joke that I’d put Starbucks out of business if…

Itchy Scalp and Skin? It’s Your Diabetes

2 years ago

It may surprise you to learn that itchy skin and scalp can be caused by diabetes. While eye, kidney, and…

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