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Everything You Need to Know About Insulin Pens

Stacy — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 04:58:15 +0000

Insulin pen, or simply pen, is an insulin delivery system that allows the injection of insulin into the bloodstream of a diabetic. It comprises of an insulin cartridge, a pen needle, and a dial to measure the insulin dose. Its appearance is similar to that of a pen, only it is larger. Some of these [...]

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Smart Ways to Save on Diabetic Products

Stacy — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 04:58:14 +0000

The cost of having diabetes is financially draining. From buying a blood glucose meter to maintaining an ample supply of insulin, expenses just keep on adding up. You spend a few thousand dollars on test strips in one year alone and that still does not include expenses on blood monitoring supplies like glucometer that may [...]

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Diabetic Foot Care Products: What Should Be Included in Your Diabetic Kit

Stacy — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 04:58:14 +0000

Diabetics often have serious problems with their feet. This is partially because they usually lose sensation around this area, making it possible for blisters, cracks, and wounds to develop without the patient knowing it. If unattended, small wounds like these can exacerbate into severe complications such as gangrenes and ulcers. Needless to say, foot care [...]

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Products for Diabetic Children

Stacy — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 04:58:13 +0000

Diabetes strikes at any age. But one type of diabetes is particularly notorious towards very young patients. It's called juvenile diabetes. Although juvenile diabetes is not exclusive among children, it's relatively high prevalence in the younger population make it a root of concern for parents whose children were diagnosed with this chronic, insulin-dependent condition. There [...]

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What’s the Big Deal About Being a Number Off?

Stacy — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 04:58:12 +0000

It can be tough to stay motivated about controlling your blood sugar when there is no noticeable change in how you feel on a day-today basis. And all this talk about A1Cs of 6s and 7s can leave a person with diabetes at odds: does it really matter whether your blood glucose creeps up a [...]

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When Choosing a Blood Glucose Meter for Children

Stacy — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 04:58:12 +0000

Blood glucose meter is a portable device is something that all diabetics cannot live without. Constantly monitoring blood glucose fluctuations is very important since blood glucose values often dictate how the healthcare team attending the patient can best deliver treatment. But, blood glucose monitoring is most important for parents whose children were diagnosed with diabetes, [...]

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How Artificial Sweeteners Benefit Diabetics

Stacy — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 04:58:11 +0000

Sugar is often considered a bane in the diet of diabetics simply because this can cause blood glucose levels to rise. But, since sugar is a natural component of the typical diet, and many people want their cake and eat them too, people just can’t do without it. The good thing is sugar substitutes were [...]

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Diabetes: The Underrated, Deadly Disease

Stacy — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 04:58:08 +0000

In a set of recent focus groups, participants were asked to rank the severity of various health problems, including cancer, heart disease and diabetes. On a scale of 1 to 10, cancer and heart disease consistently ranked as 9s and 10s. But diabetes scored only 4s and 5s. "The general consensus seems to be, 'There's [...]

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Continuous Blood Glucose Monitoring: Is It a Good Alternative to Glucometers?

Stacy — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 04:58:04 +0000

Continuous glucose monitoring systems or CGM provide a more convenient alternative to typical glucose monitoring devices that compel diabetes patients to prick their skin a couple of times every day. These use a circuit of devices that is connected to a sensor inserted under the skin to continuously gather records of blood glucose values. CGM [...]

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Must-Have Diabetic Products

Stacy — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 05:48:11 +0000

After a diagnosis of diabetes, one fact becomes inevitable- change in lifestyle. Daily exercise is given emphasis along with keeping a close watch on the foods that are on the menu. Diabetic products are also in demand. There are a few that should not be missing in your diabetic kit and these should include: Diabetic [...]

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