25 Jul

The Benefits of Insulin Pump Therapy in Diabetes Care

Managing diabetes requires consistency, accuracy, and flexibility. For many people with type 1 and insulin dependent type 2 diabetes, insulin pump therapy offers a more convenient and effective way to control blood sugar compared to multiple daily injections. What Is an Insulin Pump? An insulin pump is a small, computerized device that delivers insulin continuously […]

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22 May

Gestational Diabetes:What Every Expecting Mother Needs to Know About Blood Sugar and Pregnancy

Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that develops during pregnancy and affects how the body processes sugar (glucose). While it usually resolves after childbirth, gestational diabetes can increase the risk of complications for both the mother and baby. Managing this condition with proper diet, exercise, and medical care is essential for a healthy pregnancy. […]

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27 Apr

Simplified Blood Sugar Management: Continuous Glucose Monitoring Made Easy

Simplified Blood Sugar Management: Continuous Glucose Monitoring Made Easy Managing blood sugar levels is a crucial part of living with diabetes. For many people, traditionalfingerstick testing can be inconvenient, painful, and difficult to maintain regularly. That’s whereContinuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) comes in.CGMs are transforming the way people monitor their blood sugar, providing real-time insightsand reducing […]

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21 Apr

Hyperglycemia vs. Hypoglycemia: What’s the Difference?

Hyperglycemia vs. Hypoglycemia: What’s the Difference? Your blood sugar levels play a key role in how your body functions. For people with diabetes,keeping those levels in check is essential. When blood sugar levels are too high(hyperglycemia) or too low (hypoglycemia), it can lead to health complications.Here’s what you need to know about hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia, […]

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17 Apr

Keto Diets and Diabetes: What You Need to Know

Keto Diets and Diabetes: What You Need to Know The ketogenic (keto) diet has gained popularity as a way to lose weight and manage certainhealth conditions. But is it a good choice for people with diabetes or prediabetes?While the keto diet may offer some benefits, it also comes with risks — especially for those withblood […]

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1 Jan

BLOOD GLUCOSE MONITORING

Blood glucose target   The American Diabetes Association recommends the following targets for most non-pregnant adults with diabetes. More or less stringent blood sugar targets may be appropriate for each individual, so your doctor or diabetes educator may recommend different targets. Before a meal (pre-prandial) glucose: 80–130 mg/dl1-2 hours after beginning of the meal (postprandial) plasma glucose: Less than […]

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