Diabetes Control: What Older Americans Should Know
Diabetes Control: What Older Americans Should Know Adults in their golden years may have special needs when it comes to diabetes care. Only 35 percent of older adults with diabetes are managing the condition well, according to a recent study. In general, diabetes management goals should be similar between older and younger adults. But there are [...]
Tests to Expect When Managing Diabetes
Tests to Expect When Managing Diabetes If you’ve been recently diagnosed with diabetes, you’re probably wondering what to expect. Your doctor may recommend certain new tests to help monitor your condition. Here’s what you need to know about these exams—what they are, what they detect, and how they help keep your diabetes under control. Foot Exam [...]
3 Rules for Eating Well with Diabetes
3 Rules for Eating Well with Diabetes If you have diabetes, it can be confusing to know which foods to eat. Are all carbohydrates bad for you, or is it just sugar? Do you need to count your carbs? Is fruit OK or not? All the different headlines on “good” and “bad” foods are enough to [...]