Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) is becoming increasingly important for people with diabetes. Currently, more than 39 companies are developing new CGM systems. These systems aim to provide more accurate and user-friendly ways to monitor blood glucose levels. Some companies are working on noninvas
Differences Between Head Pressing and Affectionate Head Butting in Cats Perfectly healthy cats sometimes sleep in awkward positions, resting with their head pressed up against the couch or your leg. It's also normal for your cat to butt its head against your hand or face to get your attention.
Understanding Diabetic Neuropathy Numbness in the feet is a symptom of neuropathy or nerve damage, one of the most common long-term complications of type 2 diabetes. Neuropathy is caused by poor blood sugar control that persists over a long period of time. The higher the blood sugars and the lo
Potential Health Benefits of Curcumin Curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric, has been studied for its potential health benefits. Here are some key points: Anti-Inflammatory Properties: Curcumin is known for its strong anti-inflammatory effects. It may be more effective than common
Foot Care Tips for People with Diabetes Regular Check-ups: Visit a foot specialist every 3-6 months to check for ulcers, ingrown toenails, abscesses, or skin issues. Daily Inspection: Check your feet daily for any minor issues that could turn into major problems. Use a mirror if
Culinary Medicine and Diabetes Management Culinary medicine is a new field that combines the art of cooking with the science of medicine to help treat and prevent diseases, including diabetes. It focuses on how you shop for, cook, store, and eat food to improve your health. Here’s how it can he
Understanding Diabetes Progression and Staying Healthy Even if your diabetes has been well controlled for years, it can still worsen over time. This means you may need to adjust your treatment plan more than once. The key to understanding diabetes progression is knowing the role of your pancrea
Key Points About Diabetes Medical Alert Jewelry Purpose: Medical alert jewelry informs others that you have diabetes, especially in emergencies when you can't speak for yourself. Types: There are different types of medical alert jewelry, including bracelets, necklaces, and even ta
Strength training, also known as resistance training, involves exercises that improve muscle strength by working against resistance, such as weights or body weight. This type of exercise offers numerous health benefits, including managing diabetes. For people with diabetes, strength training helps i
Black Americans are at a higher risk of having a stroke compared to other racial and ethnic groups. This increased risk is due to a combination of factors, including both modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors. Non-modifiable risk factors include age, sex, race/ethnicity, and family history of s