Diabetes Simplified

36 reasons to eat whole grains

Grain -- such a modest food. But there are many reasons why grain should be proud of itself and many reasons you should work it into your everyday diet. more >>

Facts about type 2 diabetes

Over 90% of people with diabetes have the type 2 kind. Although children may have type 2 diabetes, it more commonly starts after age 30 and becomes more common with age. more >>

Wanting a weight loss shortcut

For some, reaching a healthy weight seems like an insurmountable task. Prescription medication may be an option for some - but not all - folks hoping to shed excess weight. more >>

9 questions for your pharmacist

If you're starting a new medication, you may want to print this page and take it with you to the pharmacy. More >>

Monitoring blood glucose levels

A blood glucose meter is used to test blood glucose at home and determine whether blood glucose... More >>

Health Tip

Getting a good night's sleep is tough for some of us, but some 'tried and true' approaches can help. For instance, experiment with developing a 'sleep ritual' - the routine of doing the same things each night before bedtime will train your body to prepare for sleep.

Complications of diabetes

Diabetes and your eyes
Over 20 million Americans have diabetes. It is the leading cause of blindness in North Americans under 65 years of age.
Be "sweet" to yourself
You can help manage IGT with these nutrition tips
Are you at risk for a stroke?
While anyone can have a stroke, including young, healthy people, some of us are more at risk.

Medications used to treat diabetes

Featured Associations

American Diabetes Association
Cure - Care - Commitment
National Alliance of Blind Students
Supporting Students; Encouraging Leadership
The Kidney Transplant/Dialysis Association
Patients Helping Patients

Support Groups

Visit our Diabetes Support Group Database and get personal assistance for you or your loved ones. There are experienced health care professionals in your community that are well-prepared to provide care.

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