If you have type 1 diabetes, there are some things you should know that will help you in the process of getting organized to manage the disease and stay healthy.
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Why low fat isn’t always the best choice
We are all encouraged today to consume low fat foods, whether we have diabetes or not. And the food industry has helped us in this endeavour by producing a number of foods that are labelled “low fat.”
Diabetes and kidney complications
Diabetes is the leading cause of kidney disease, known as nephropathy. Find tips to prevent or delay kidney complications.
The 4 types of physical activity
Regular physical activity is important to help meet diabetes management goals. There are four main types of physical activity.
Time and type of exercise
The last two rules of the F.I.T.T. principle relate to time and type of exercise.
Common blood tests for people with diabetes
Many people with diabetes, in addition to taking medications for their diabetes, also take prescription medications for their other health problems such as hypertension, high cholesterol or hypothyroidism.