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The What, Why, & How of Food Journaling for Diabetes
Have you ever thought about creating a food journal to help manage your diabetes? Read on to find out more about how food journaling can help you achieve your goals.
8 FREE Apps & Websites to Manage Diabetes Daily!
If you want to manage your diabetes right from your phone, read on to learn about apps that are available to help with education, blood sugar tracking, and more.
Type 2 Diabetes Research Trials to Sign-Up for FREE of Cost!
Research trials are a good way to get free care, medications, and get compensated for your time. Iowa Diabetes does a ton of different clinical trials, but most of them are for patients with diabetes. Read on to learn more about the best studies we have currently for type 2 diabetes and how to get involved.
THIS is How Overeating Junk Food Impacts Your Diabetes
Junk foods and many processed foods contain a variety of ingredients that can be damaging to your health. They also lack essential nutrients such as fiber, vitamins, and minerals which are important in allowing your body to function properly. Read on to discover more about the relationship between junk foods and your diabetes.
The ‘Good Fats’: How to Include Them in Your Diet!
Fats often get a bad rep, but not all fats are considered equal. Good fats can help improve your overall health while satisfying your hunger for longer. Bad fats are foods that have a negative effect on your cholesterol while increasing your chances of developing chronic diseases such as heart disease and diabetes.
The Big Scares of Diabetes: Heart Disease and Insulin Resistance
Cardiovascular disease and insulin resistance are two complications that can arise from having diabetes. Managing your disease states, losing weight, and exercising are great ways to decrease the risk of developing these conditions.
Don’t Like Needles? Try These Insulin Injection Aids!
Insulin injections can be scary, whether you have a fear of needles or a fear of completing the injection incorrectly and wasting insulin. There are some different aids that can help ensure you give yourself the correct dose and to help with ‘needle fear’.
9 (Dangerous) Signs You May Have Diabulimia
Diabulimia is an eating disorder that affects people with diabetes who utilize insulin and restrict it in order to lose weight. Read on to learn more about diabulimia, its signs and symptoms, and potential consequences.
