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In addition to healthy eating and regular physical activity, there are several things you can do to help you live well with diabetes.
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Can type 1 diabetes be delayed or prevented?Researchers are making important strides in figuring out how type 1 diabetes develops and discovering ways that might help slow down its onset—especially in children and teens.
Finding the right protein powder with diabetesMore Canadians are turning to protein powders to supplement their diet. What are the benefits and risks of protein powders for people with diabetes?
Heart and Kidney Health Connection: What You Need to KnowChronic kidney disease (CKD) affects one in 10, or approximately four million Canadians. Diabetes is the largest contributor to end stage kidney disease (ESKD). It is estimated that CKD affects two in five patients with type 2 diabetes.
Understanding the stages of type 1 diabetes: from early detection to diagnosisType 1 diabetes doesn’t develop overnight – it progresses through several stages before a person shows symptoms or requires insulin.
Type 1 diabetes and family history: what we know about risk and the autoimmune natureWhile type 1 diabetes (T1D) can run in families, most people who develop it don’t have a known family history. This article explores how genetics and the immune system play a role in risk
Key facts on diabetes and bladder controlWhether it’s a constant urge to urinate or leaks when you least expect it, bladder control issues are a common complication of diabetes that’s not often discussed.
10 reasons to do these 10 workday exercisesIf you have a desk job, it might seem impossible to do anything but sit all day to get your work done. But even just a few minutes of activity every 30 to 60 minutes can have a positive effect on your health.
Quick kitchen tips and tricks to help you prepare healthy mealsMaintaining a diabetes-friendly diet is crucial for managing blood sugar levels and promoting overall health.
Risk factors and warning signs for diabetes-related eye damageThere is a strong link between diabetes and eye damage (also known as diabetic retinopathy). That’s why it’s important for people with diabetes
Prediabetes menu planIf you have been diagnosed with prediabetes, you may be wondering if there is a special diet that you should follow. People with prediabetes don’t need any special foods different than anyone else. The most important thing you can do is eat healthy foods and plan your weekly meals accordingly.
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