Diabetes Medical Reference
- Whole Grains and Type 2 Diabetes
How to eat whole grains when you have type 2 diabetes.
- 10 Surprising Sources of Carbs
Some foods have more carbs than you might expect. This article explains how to find the hidden carbs in your daily diet.
- How to Stop Prediabetes in Its Tracks
Have you been diagnosed with prediabetes? Find out how to help stop it from becoming type 2 diabetes.
- Diabetes: A Caregiver's Checklist for Daily Care
Helping someone take care of his diabetes can help him feel better and avoid related problems. This checklist can help caregivers with daily care.
- Trend Report: High-Tech Glucose Monitoring
Tracking your blood sugar is easy with glucometer apps and new glucometers. WebMD looks at different options on the market.
- Tracking Devices for People With Diabetes
Gadgets can make it easier for you to keep an eye on your blood sugar and things that affect it. Learn about apps, scales and other tools that can help.
- How to Stay Positive With Type 2 Diabetes
, self-blame, fatigue, boredom -- all of these can creep in as you take care of type 2 diabetes day after day. Learn how to be kind to yourself and stay positive -- it will help your health in the long run.
- Triglycerides and Diabetes
With some effort, you have a good chance of lowering your triglycerides -- which, at the same time, lowers your chance of getting diabetes.
- Diabetes and Inflammation
WebMD describes the connection between type 2 diabetes and inflammation.
- 6 Lifestyle Changes to Control Your Diabetes
If you have diabetes, try these six lifestyle changes to help control your blood sugars.
- Shoes and Diabetes: What's on Your Feet Matters
Diabetic nerve damage, or neuropathy, can lessen your ability to feel pain, especially in your feet. It's important to inspect your feet daily and choose your shoes wisely.
- Quick and Healthy Meals for People With Diabetes
Read about our top four tips for healthy eating with diabetes and easy-to-follow recipes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- What to Ask Your Doctor About Insulin
WebMD provides a handy list of questions to ask your doctor about taking insulin.
- Tips for Heart-Healthy Living With Diabetes
Heart disease is a major complication of diabetes. Find out how watching your ABCs can help you lower your risk.
- Diabetes and Mouth Problems: What You Should Know
Not only are people with diabetes more likely to have gum disease, but serious gum disease may make it harder to control blood sugar. Learn more about signs of gum disease -- and lowering your risk for it.
- How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips
People with diabetes have a higher risk of eye conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, and retinopathy. Find out what you can do to lower your risk.
- Diabetes Diet: Build Your Healthy Meal Plan
The same foods that help everyone stay healthy will help you keep your blood sugar under control. Try these recipes for healthy eating.
- What Are Diabetic Service Dogs?
Diabetic service dogs are trained to let their owners know if their blood sugar is too high or too low. Learn about how these dogs help people with diabetes and the current debate about their reliability.
- Diabetes Drugs You Inject That Aren't Insulin
WebMD gives an overview of the injectable diabetes drugs other than insulin that are used to control blood glucose.
- Endocrine Disorders
WebMD explains what the endocrine system does, how endocrine disorders affect the body, and some specific things that can go wrong.
- Burning Feet
Learn the various causes of a burning sensation in your feet, as well as diagnosis and treatments.
- Osteomyelitis
WebMD explains the symptoms, causes, and treatment of both acute and chronic osteomyelitis.
- Alpha-Lipoic Acid
Alpha-lipoic acid is an antioxidant found in many foods and it's also made naturally in our bodies. Could supplements of this antioxidant be good for your health?
- Insulin Shock and Insulin Reactions
WebMD explains insulin shock and insulin reactions, including causes and treatments.
- Your Diabetes Exercise Checklist
Exercise is a cornerstone of diabetes care, but it’s important to plan your diabetes fitness program carefully. This diabetes exercise checklist will help you cover the bases.
- 10 Tips to Eat Well With Diabetes
Eating a proper diet is key to gaining control over diabetes. Here are 10 tips to help you prepare healthful, diabetes-friendly dinners, even when you're pressed for time.
- Inhaled Insulin
Inhaled insulin is another option for people with diabetes to control their blood sugar. It works for both type 1 and type 2 diabetes, but you shouldn't use it if you smoke or have asthma or COPD.
- 9 Ways to Avoid Diabetes Complications
Making lifestyle changes will help you avoid the serious complications of diabetes. WebMD offers 9 tips to get you on track.
- Does Cinnamon Help Diabetes?
WebMD looks at the possible benefits of cinnamon in managing diabetes.
- Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus
Nephrogenic diabetes insipidus is a kidney-related condition that causes excessive thirst and urination. WebMD explains its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
- How to Handle an Insulin Overdose
Learn about and understand insulin overdose in those with diabetes and what to do if it happens. Find out about other insulin complications, as well.
- What Is Gestagenic Diabetes Insipidus?
Gestagenic diabetes insipidus is a pregnancy-related condition with symptoms similar but unrelated to diabetes. Here are its causes, diagnosis, and treatment.
- Diabetes Insipidus
Diabetes insipidus is a rare disorder that causes your kidneys to make too much urine. It's a different disease than diabetes mellitus.
- Guidelines for Buying and Using Diabetes Supplies
WebMD helps you buy and use the diabetes supplies you need, including meters, pumps, lancets, test strips, medication, and more.
- How Sugar Affects Diabetes
Over time, high blood sugar can lead to many health problems. Learn more about what they are and how to prevent them.
- Types of Diabetes Mellitus
WebMD explains the different types of diabetes -- type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes.
- 7 Tips for Diabetes-Friendly Cooking
It's easy to modify your favorite recipes into diabetes-friendly dishes. Learn you how to plan meals that are tasty and low in fats, sugars, and not-so-good carbs.
- Best and Worst Foods for Diabetes
Food choices matter a lot when you have diabetes. Nothing is off-limits. But these healthier options can help you better manage your condition.
- How Weight Loss Surgery Helps Type 2 Diabetes
Here's information you can use to talk with your doctor about how weight loss surgery -- like gastric bypass and gastric banding -- can help people manage type 2 diabetes.
- Get Support for Your Type 2 Diabetes
As with any chronic illness, dealing with diabetes can be stressful. But you can learn to cope with the help of your health care team, family, friends, therapy, and support groups and organizations.
- Type 2 Diabetes and Sleep
People who have diabetes often have poor sleep problems. WebMD explains the reasons.
- Is it OK to Strength Train If I Have Diabetes?
If you have diabetes, you might want to consider strength training. Find out what it can do for you.
- Type 2 Diabetes Screening
Find out who should be screened for diabetes and how often.
- Heart Tests You Need for Type 2 Diabetes
If you have diabetes, you are at higher risk of developing heart disease. WebMD explains some of the heart tests you may need to determine damage to the heart muscle.
- Diabetic Nerve Pain: 10 Foot Care Tips to Protect Yourself
The right foot care can help you prevent problems like pain and numbness from diabetic peripheral neuropathy.
- When Diabetes Causes Stomach Problems
WebMD explains gastroparesis, a stomach problem associated with diabetes.
- On the Road: Traveling With Diabetes
Tips for traveling with diabetes that will help you stay well and enjoy your time away.
- Diabetes Complications
Understanding some common complications of diabetes can help you recognize the early warning signs and take action to prevent more serious problems. Learn more from the experts at WebMD.
- Natural Remedies for Type 2 Diabetes
Are natural remedies safe and effective for treating type 2 diabetes? Read more about herbs, dietary supplements, acupuncture, biofeedback, and more.
- Easy Ways to Take Charge of Your Health
Learn safe and effective strategies for diabetes care at home.