Glucagon is a hormone released from the pancreas that raises a person’s blood sugar by converting stored glycogen in the liver into glucose.
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Diabetes and seasonal allergies
As the warmer weather returns in spring, so do seasonal allergies (also known as hayfever or seasonal allergic rhinitis).
Top Canadian-grown foods that are good for diabetes
Did you know that there is a plethora of Canadian-grown foods that can be an excellent part of your diabetes diet? Canada grows some 50 varieties of apples alone and produces some of the best sustainable fresh and frozen seafood products in North America.
Blood glucose monitoring: to check and when to check? That is the question!
Self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG) has been around for over 50 years. In fact, I think sometimes it may be taken for granted.
Do random blood glucose tests help?
Regular blood glucose testing is important for people with diabetes, but are random blood glucose tests also helpful?
Exercise plan for diabetes – daily, weekly, monthly
If you make a plan to exercise regularly, you’re more likely to keep at it and see its benefits. Making a daily, weekly and even monthly exercise plan is a good way to ensure that you get fit and stay fit!
