Finding out you have diabetes doesn’t suddenly give you a taste for all things low-carb, and it doesn’t remove your craving for treats. In fact, if you have diabetes, chances are your taste for treats is pretty highly developed. If you tell yourself that having diabetes means you have to […]

Pre-diabetics who want to avoid or delay the onset of diabetes should know that  exercise has been show to play a major role in its prevention and control. Both aerobic and strength training help improve insulin action. Since the effect is short term, however, to maintain the improvement, diabetics and […]

If your healthcare provider thinks you may have type II diabetes, what tests need to be run to make a diagnosis? If you have type II diabetes, what tests can help you manage your glucose levels? Tests that Diagnose Type 2 Diabetes Your healthcare provider can use 1 or more […]

As we age, it’s sometimes difficult to know which changes are normal and which aren’t. We expect the wrinkles and weaker muscles. We don’t like them, but we expect them. Mental changes, however, can be much more alarming. In case you’re worried, these three age-related symptoms are perfectly normal: Some […]

When caregiving for an Alzheimer’s patient, having a daily routine can make things easier for both you and your patient. As much as possible, try to base the plan on how your patient used to organize his or her day, remembering to take into account the patient’s likes and dislikes. […]