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Which Supplements Should You Take for Diabetes?

Written By Amy B. Gragnolati, PharmD, BCPS
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How to Test for Diabetes and the Best Tests for Diagnosis

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27 Healthy Snack Ideas for People With Diabetes, From a Dietitian

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Can People With Diabetes Eat Honey? The Pros and Cons of the Natural Sweetener

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Does Stevia Raise Blood Sugar? Sometimes, Here’s How

Written By Frank Schwalbe, MD
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The Best (and Worst) Drinks for Diabetes

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What Are the Long-Term Complications of Diabetes?

Written By Kelly Elterman, MD
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11 Tips for Exercising Safely With Type 2 Diabetes

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5 Tips for Getting Better Sleep With Type 2 Diabetes

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Why Diabetes and Depression Often Go Together – and How to Break the Cycle

Written By Jewels Doskicz, RN, BA
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Lantus vs. Ozempic: 6 Differences to Consider

Written By Daphne Berryhill, RPh
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Diabetes Devices: The Latest Technologies on the Way

Written By Arnisha Carter, PharmD, BCPS
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What Is the A1C Test? Do You Need One, and How Often Should You Test?

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How to Find Diabetes Support Groups (Plus a List of Online Resources)

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What Is Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)?

Written By Nishika Reddy, MD
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Smoking and Diabetes Don’t Mix: 9 Reasons to Quit Smoking Now

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Does Nicotine Raise Blood Sugar? Understanding the Link Between Smoking and Diabetes

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How Do Your Genetics Affect Your Risk for Diabetes?

Written By Nicole Andonian, MD
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Is the Keto Diet Safe for People With Diabetes?

Written By Joanna Jan, MD
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Hyperglycemia vs. Hypoglycemia: What’s the Difference?

Written By Jewels Doskicz, RN, BA
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Can Diabetes Cause Hair Loss?

Written By Christine Giordano, MD
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Diabetes and Heart Disease: It Might Be Time for You to See a Cardiologist

Written By Christine Giordano, MD
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High A1C Levels Can Lead to Heart Disease — Here’s Why You Should Get Tested

Written By Frank Schwalbe, MD
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7 Ways to Lower Your Blood Sugar (Without Cutting Carbs)

Written By Kerry Hackworth, MS, RD, LDN
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Do I Have Diabetes? Take Our Quiz to Learn More About Diabetes Symptoms

Written By Karla Robinson, MD
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How to Save on Diabetes Medication, Devices, and Supplies

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The Stages of a Diabetic Foot Ulcer: Progression and Complications

Written By Bernadette Anderson, MD, MPH
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Plant-Based Diets May Help Diabetes: Here’s How

Written By Joanna Jan, MD
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A1C Home Tests: What to Know When Buying and Using a Home A1C Kit

Written By Jewels Doskicz, RN, BA
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Why Do People With Diabetes Get Foot Ulcers? Causes, Stages, and Pictures

Written By Bernadette Anderson, MD, MPH
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Diabetes Rashes and Infections: How Diabetes Can Change Your Skin

Written By Maria Robinson, MD, MBA
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Diabetic Test Strips: Where to Buy and How to Save

Written By Goldina Erowele, PharmD, MBA
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Dark Chocolate May Help Lower the Risk of Diabetes — Here Are Tips From a Dietitian

Written By Joanna Foley, RD
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The Best Exercises to Lower Blood Sugar

Written By Katie Horrell, MS, RDN, CPT
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Does Medicare Cover Diabetes Supplies, Services, and Medications?

Written By Mitzi S. Morris
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9 Dietary Supplements That Can Interact With Your Diabetes Medications

Written By Nathan Williams, PharmD, RYT
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Is Cold Medication Safe to Take With Diabetes? Yes, Here’s What You Need to Know

Written By Frank Schwalbe, MD
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High Blood Sugar? It Could Be a Side Effect of These Medications

Written By Jewels Doskicz, RN, BA
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8 Supplements to Consider for Diabetic Neuropathy

Written By Stacia Woodcock, PharmD
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The 5 Best Foods and Drinks for Low Blood Sugar

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Is Oatmeal a Good Choice for People with Diabetes?

Written By Frank Schwalbe, MD
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Does Metformin Cause Hypoglycemia? 6 Diabetes Medications With a Low Hypoglycemia Risk

Written By Alyssa Billingsley, PharmD
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Exploring the Costs Associated With Diabetes and How to Save on Supplies

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How Much Does a Continuous Glucose Monitor Cost and Will Insurance Pay For It?

Written By Angela Mae Watson
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Will Insurance Cover Diabetes Monitoring Devices for At-Home Care?

Written By Bara Vaida
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10 Best Exercises for Diabetes

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How Much Water Should You Drink Every Day If You Have Diabetes?

Written By Jewels Doskicz, RN, BA
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Which Diabetes Medications Can Cause Weight Loss or Gain?

Written By Kevin Le, PharmD, BCPS, BCPPS
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10 Low-Glycemic Fruits: Best and Worst Fruits to Eat for People With Diabetes

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Balance Your Blood Sugar in 5 Steps With the Diabetes Plate Method (Meals and Recipes Included)

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Should You Check Your Blood Glucose With a Smartwatch? No, and Here's Why Not

Written By Christina Aungst, PharmD
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How to Create Your Own Hybrid Closed-Loop Insulin Pump System

Written By Jewels Doskicz, RN, BA
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Can a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) Help Keep Your A1C in Range?

Written By Kerry R. McGee, MD, FAAP
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What Are Normal A1C Levels? Diabetes and Non-Diabetes Ranges

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What’s the Difference Between Insulin Pumps and Automated Insulin Delivery (AID) Systems?

Written By Jewels Doskicz, RN, BA
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The True Cost of Diabetes: How Much Do Patients Pay Each Year?

Written By Amanda Nguyen, PhD
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Dexcom vs. Eversense: 6 Differences Between These 2 Continuous Glucose Monitors

Written By Christina Aungst, PharmD
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8 Types of Injectable Diabetes Medications: Insulin and Non-Insulin Injections

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The Best Ways to Treat a Diabetes Foot Ulcer and Tips for Prevention

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November Is Diabetes Awareness Month: Support, Learn, and Take Action

Written By Jewels Doskicz, RN, BA
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5 Best Foods to Eat When You Have Diabetes, and Some Simple Tips for Success

Written By Sarah Gupta, MD
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Are People With Diabetes Immunocompromised? Here’s Why the Risk of COVID and Infections Is Higher

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How Long Should You Keep Insulin Pens?

Written By Jewels Doskicz, RN, BA
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How Long Should You Keep Your Open Insulin Vials?

Written By Jewels Doskicz, RN, BA
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Tylenol Won’t Raise Your Blood Sugar, but It Can Cause False CGM Readings

Written By Jewels Doskicz, RN, BA
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5 New Type 2 Diabetes Treatments On the Horizon

Written By Alyssa Billingsley, PharmD
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How a Baker Manages Her Diabetes: ‘You Have to Be as Resourceful as You Can Be’

Written By Kathy Doane
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Diabetes Distress: Tips for Managing Diabetes Burnout

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5 Ways to Lower Your A1C: ‘Take It Day by Day’

Written By Brandon Romagnoli
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6 Ways Meditation Can Help Keep Your Diabetes Symptoms in Check

Written By Ana Gascon
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8 Tips for Dealing With Type 2 Diabetes: ‘If You Take Small Steps, This Is Totally Manageable’

Written By Angela Haupt
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10 Tips for Managing Type 2 Diabetes: ‘This Affects Your Entire Body’

Written By Chris Kenning
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5 Reasons I Never Skip My Type 2 Diabetes Medications

Written By Liz Carey
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Getting the Right Diabetes Diagnosis Led to a Passion for Patient Advocacy

Written By Judi Ketteler
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FDA Approves Tirzepatide (Mounjaro) to Treat Type 2 Diabetes

Written By Christina Aungst, PharmD
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Rybelsus vs. Metformin for Type 2 Diabetes

Written By Alex Brewer, PharmD, MBA
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6 Medications That Are Used to Treat Diabetic Macular Edema

Written By Ross Phan, PharmD, BCACP, BCGP, BCPS
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How Long Can Insulin Stay Out of the Fridge?

Written By Sandy P. Bonfin, PharmD, BCPS