Diabetes

Read this helpful information on diabetes to help you learn more about Type 1, Type 2 and
gestational diabetes and methods of treatment for each type. Also, check out the diabetes diet ideas,
long term complications of diabetes, diabetes symptoms and much more.

Information on Diabetes

What is Diabetes?
It occurs when your body produces little or no insulin or when your cells don't respond propriately
to the insulin that is produced. Find out more information on diabetes here.

Type 2 Diabetes
For those who develop diabetes, insulin-producing cells eventually fail to keep up with the increased
demand. Blood sugar rises, resulting in Type 2 diabetes.

Treatment for Type 2 Diabetes
Diet, exercise, oral medication, and insulin are the cornerstones of Type 2 diabetes treatment. Learn
more about treatment for this type of diabetes.

Type 1 Diabetes
In Type 1 diabetes, the body's immune system turns inexplicably against its own cells, destroying
them as if they were foreign invaders. Find information on diabetes, Type 1 and Type 2.

Tests for Diabetes
Your physician will probably perform one of three simple blood tests: a random plasma glucose
test, a fasting plasma glucose test, or an oral glucose tolerance test. Everyone needs to know
diabetes symptoms for their own safety.

Pregnancy and Diabetes
While it's common for diabetic women to have relatively trouble-free pregnancies, some risks still
exist for both mother and child. Find out more information on diabetes and pregnancy here.

Long-Term Complications from Diabetes
Diabetes increases your risk for vision loss four-fold, and it's the leading cause of new cases of
blindness. Read this diabetes information about the long-term complications that can result from
diabetes.

Diabetic Recipes Slideshow
Create these healthy recipes to make mealtime more exciting -- and still stick with the program.
You will find great diabetes diet recipes for main meals, side dishes, desserts and more!

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