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A Closer Look at Heredity: Genetic Testing for Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes
Diabetes is a chronic health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It occurs when the body cannot produce or effectively use insulin, a...
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Managing Diabetes and Sexual Health: Overcoming Erectile Dysfunction, Vaginal Dryness, and Low Libido
Diabetes and Sexual Health: How to Overcome Challenges with Desire, Performance, and Satisfaction
Diabetes, a chronic condition characterized by high blood sugar levels, affects millions...
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Why Diabetes Is More Prevalent Among African Americans: Exploring Genetics and Lifestyle Factors
The statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that more than 34 million American children, teens and adults are affected by...
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Normal Blood Glucose Levels but Elevated HbA1c: Understanding the Discrepancy and Its Implications
Introduction
When it comes to monitoring and managing blood sugar, most people rely on standard tests such as fasting blood glucose (FBS) and postprandial blood...
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Managing Weight on Insulin: 8 Practical Ways to Stay Fit and Healthy
Why Does One Gain Weight on Insulin Therapy?One of the common side effects of insulin therapy is weight gain (1, 2). Insulin is prescribed...
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Your Pre-Diabetes Food Guide: Five Must-Haves and Five to Limit for Optimal Blood Sugar Balance
The Importance of Diet in Pre-Diabetes and Diabetes
Diabetes is rapidly becoming a lifestyle disease with increasing number of people getting affected by it. ...
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Why Diabetes Is So Common in African Americans: Exploring Genetics and Lifestyle Factors
What is Diabetes?
Diabetes is a medical condition where the blood sugar levels are higher than normal...
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Glucose Monitors and Weight Loss: Why At-Home Use Is Rising
What are At-Home Glucose Monitors?
At-home glucose monitors, primarily Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs), are small, wearable devices that track blood sugar (glucose) levels in real-time....
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Safe Sugar Alternatives for Diabetics: What the Research Show
IntroductionDiabetes management is a daily balancing act, with blood sugar control as the cornerstone of long-term health. For millions of people worldwide, the desire...
