If 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.
Recent Expert Blogs
Common blood pressure medications for people with diabetes
As many as 2 in 3 people with diabetes report that they also have hypertension (high blood pressure). Unfortunately, the two combined can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke. Therefore, it is important to know how to prevent or treat high blood pressure if you have diabetes.
10 healthier alternatives to highly processed foods
Most of us rely on the convenience of highly processed foods sometimes. However, when it comes to making healthy food choices, it’s best to reduce your intake of highly processed foods and replace them with healthier alternatives.
Learning about insulin
Insulin is a hormone that is produced by the pancreas and plays a crucial role in regulating blood glucose levels. It acts as the ‘key’ that ‘unlocks’ the cells, allowing glucose to enter and provide energy for the body’s various functions.
Gastroparesis diet and diabetes
If you have gastroparesis, a common complication of diabetes, there are some dietary changes you can make to help improve your symptoms. Read this expert blog to learn about the gastroparesis diet and diabetes.
2023 diabetes outlook in Canada
Along with important commitments from government for funding for more resources and research, here are some of the exciting new developments coming to help Canadians living with diabetes in 2023.