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How technology helps you manage your diabetes
Research around diabetes is always evolving, and recently introduced technologies like the continuous glucose monitor (or CGM) can help control diabetes by estimating your glucose level every few minutes, determining trends on blood sugar levels over time. Readings are conveniently available using either an app on your phone or a Bluetooth-connected device. Insulin pumps have […]
Managing the side effects of diabetes
High blood sugar or glucose levels often lead to excessive thirst and urination, causing dehydration. Neuropathy can cause pain, tingling or numbness throughout the body and cause issues with the heart, stomach and other organs. Sleep apnea is common with diabetes, causing interrupted sleep with the potential for dangerous side effects. Diabetes can cause problems […]
Surprising things that can affect blood sugarÂ
“First off, caffeine,” said Agostino. “Caffeine can cause a rise in the stress hormone cortisol, which can cause a rise in blood sugar levels.” Agostino also noted that many medications like steroids, decongestants, beta blockers, statins and certain antibiotics can affect blood sugar levels or even mask the symptoms of changes in blood sugar that […]