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Cinnamon ResearchEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Scores of people with diabetes swear that cinnamon helps moderate their blood glucose, and they religiously sprinkle the spice on their oatmeal every morning. Many studies have shown positive effects — on blood sugar, insulin response, and even cholesterol — in people with diabetes. Get the full scoop on cinnamon and its effects on diabetes.
Source: This Week in Diabetes - March 24, 2008 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Join the Conversation!Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Catch up on the latest from the dLife Blogabetes bloggers. Play Diabetes Mad Libs with Carey, or read about Rebecca's battle against the Easter treats. How about Kim's diagnosis story? Join the conversation by leaving your comments! It's diabetes, unscripted over at Blogabetes. Check it out!
Source: This Week in Diabetes - March 24, 2008 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Spring Clean Your DiabetesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Diabetes is a daily reminder that your body needs special, ongoing maintenance. If you are newly diagnosed, there is probably still much for you to learn about incorporating diabetes management into your daily life. However, if you've been monitoring your blood glucose for a while, you may feel like you can't teach an old diabetes pro new tricks. Or can you? Let our quiz spark your imagination as you consider what you can do differently to maintain or regain control.
Source: This Week in Diabetes - March 24, 2008 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Get Cookin'Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
dLife serves up a variety of diabetes-friendly recipes to help you spice up your daily meal planning. With over 8,000 recipes to choose from, you are bound to find dozens that appeal. None of our recipes contains more than 45 grams of carbohydrates per serving, and those that contain 30 or fewer grams are labeled "carb safe" (look in the blue box on the right on each recipe page). Check out our diabetes-friendly recipe selection! Yum!
Source: This Week in Diabetes - March 17, 2008 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Tap Your Inner DivaEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Divabetic offers something to the diabetes community that is unique and essential – a serious boost in confidence. So much of diabetes management includes scrutinizing numbers and focusing on food, which can be overwhelming. By approaching daily diabetes duties with a smile and some sass, Divabetic helps give women the confidence they need to better handle their diabetes lives. Read about Kerri Morrone's experience at Divabetic, and check out the dLife calendar for more events coming to your area!
Source: This Week in Diabetes - March 17, 2008 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Should You Drink Green Beer?Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Should you be drinking green beer this St. Patrick's Day? Or should you be drinking any beer at all if you are living with diabetes? Take our diabetes and drinking quiz and see if you know enough to make an educated decision.
Source: This Week in Diabetes - March 17, 2008 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Changing With the TimesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
With the clocks either springing ahead or falling behind an hour, people with diabetes need to make sure they integrate the time change into their daily management. Check in with the dLife time change checklist to make sure your diabetes doesn't fall behind!
Source: This Week in Diabetes - March 10, 2008 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Celiac DiseaseEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
All people with type 1 diabetes have to pay close attention to diet, but those who also have celiac disease need to be extra vigilant. You think it’s tough counting carbs? Throw in a second, food-restricting disease, and the challenge is on. Read more from Christine Luff about diabetes and celiac disease.
Source: This Week in Diabetes - March 10, 2008 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Are You Your Own Worst Critic?Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
When it comes to managing your diabetes, are you your own worst critic? Take the dLife poll and see how your perceptions compare with other dLifers. Then be sure to check out the poll archive for more on how your fellow dLifers are doing with their diabetes management!
Source: This Week in Diabetes - March 10, 2008 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Cooking with dLife!Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Missed that cooking segment on dLifeTV? Catch it again here as dLifeTV chefs prepare culinary delights to satisfy the senses, diversify your diet, and keep your blood glucose under control.
Source: This Week in Diabetes - March 3, 2008 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

National Kidney MonthEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
For people with diabetes, the kidney is one of the main sources of potential complications. How much do you know about your kidneys and how they work? Take our quiz to find out!
Source: This Week in Diabetes - March 3, 2008 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Sweating With The OldiesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
It's never too late to start an exercise program! Regular exercise is important in keeping blood glucose levels, weight, and blood pressure at a healthy level. Read these tips on staying fit while aging gracefully and see if the sample workout works for your diabetes life.
Source: This Week in Diabetes - March 3, 2008 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Continuous Glucose MonitoringEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Maintaining good blood glucose control is the most powerful tool in preventing diabetes complications. Many people use a blood glucose meter to check their blood sugar level. Others may chose to use a continuous glucose monitoring system (CGMS) in addition to their glucose meters. Find out more about CGMs and how they can impact your dLife.
Source: This Week in Diabetes - February 25, 2008 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Low-Carb Research Round-UpEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Although many nutritionists and doctors claim low-carb diets, such as South Beach and Atkins, are unhealthy, the fact remains that researchers are discovering some remarkable things about controlled-carb diets that warrant a closer examination of what has too often been dismissed as “fad” dieting. Find out more about low-carb diets in our Research Round-Up!
Source: This Week in Diabetes - February 25, 2008 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Stay at Home FitnessEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Though you are sure to find people with diabetes working out in a gym or health club, many instead prefer the greater sense of safety they feel while working out in the comfort of their own homes. Read more about getting fit from the comfort of your own home.
Source: This Week in Diabetes - February 25, 2008 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Baking Low-CarbEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Who doesn't love the mouthwatering smell of a freshly baked cake, the perfect pie, or cookies right from the oven? The good news is that having diabetes doesn't mean that you can't enjoy your favorite treats. The problem with most desserts is that they are very dense in carbs (not to mention calories), which can make them tough to fit into a healthy diabetes diet. The secret to "having your cake and eating it too" while managing your blood sugar, is to learn how to creatively curb the carbs or mediate their impact on your blood glucose. All it takes is a bit of kitchen chemistry! Learn more about baking no-carb!
Source: This Week in Diabetes - February 18, 2008 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

A Response to the NY TimesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
dLife CEO Howard Steinberg responds to the NY Times article about the ACCORD trials - have you read it yet? Check out his response and then have your own say by leaving your opinion in the comments section!
Source: This Week in Diabetes - February 18, 2008 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Is Your Partner Bad For Your Diabetes?Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Some people keep their diabetes to themselves, and others wear their diabetes on their sleeve and make it part of their introductions. It can be a clumsy conversation or it can be handled with confidence, but being close with someone means they know what your "dLife" involves. Having a partner who supports you and your diabetes is important for your health. Take our quiz and see if your partner is bad - or good - for your diabetes!
Source: This Week in Diabetes - February 18, 2008 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

10 Ways to Lower Your CholesterolEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
By now you know that people with diabetes have a higher than average risk of developing coronary heart disease, so it’s especially important to maintain normal levels of cholesterol, a related blood fat. But drugs aren’t the only option for lowering cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Some foods and supplements work almost as well as meds — and without any risk of side effects. Learn more!
Source: This Week in Diabetes - February 4, 2008 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Vision SimulatorsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Diabetes is one of the leading causes of eye complications. Many eye diseases silently attack the vision, leaving no symptoms and no warning until it is too late. Don't get caught off guard. Get a glimpse at the progression of some common eye diseases using the vision simulator and then be sure to schedule your next eye appointment today! Check out the dLife Vision Simulators. *Note: Not all people will experience an eye disease in the same way. These simulators display the typical progression of various eye diseases but progression may be unique to the individual. For more information, ask your doctor.
Source: This Week in Diabetes - February 4, 2008 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Heart HealthyEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
February is National Heart Month, and dLife has the information you need to stay healthy and happy. Heart disease is the leading cause of death among people with diabetes. Love your heart and keep your health. Find our your risk for developing heart disease, and learn about diabetes-related cardiovascular complications.
Source: This Week in Diabetes - February 4, 2008 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Seven Tips for a Good dLifeEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Most of diabetes management falls on the person living with the disease. The American Association of Diabetes Educators (AADE) identifies 7 self-care behaviors that are key to diabetes management. Find out more about these Seven Self-Care Behaviors and how they can help make your diabetes life healthy and happy!
Source: This Week in Diabetes - January 28, 2008 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Get Fit!Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Whether you’re scaling mountains, working out with a trainer at the gym, or taking long walks around your neighborhood, making exercise a part of your daily routine helps you enjoy a healthier diabetes life. Check out these dLife fitness resources to help you start a new exercise plan or to mix up your old workout. And, as always, be sure to speak with your doctor before starting any exercise routine!
Source: This Week in Diabetes - January 28, 2008 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Make Your Vote CountEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
The campaign trail is hot as the presidential candidates make their way from state to state, debate to debate, stumping for the almighty vote. The issues are the same but the plans are as varied as the many candidates that are all vying for the title of President of the United States. For people with diabetes, one of the issues of concern is health care – rising costs, research, insurance. Who will be the one to garner your vote? Check out the dLife Election coverage for more on how the candidates stack up for PWDs.
Source: This Week in Diabetes - January 28, 2008 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Stressed?!Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Adding diabetes management to a life already full of work, family, and personal responsibilities can be stressful. And stress can make your blood sugars higher and your quality of life lower. Are you stressed out? Take the dLife quiz, find out ways to reduce stress, and read about how our Blogabetes bloggers deal with diabetes and stress.
Source: This Week in Diabetes - January 21, 2008 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

The Top 10 Anti-Inflammatory FoodsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
No, it doesn’t mean you can toss your Aleve — these foods fight the invisible inflammation that silently threatens our health. Many foods have anti-inflammatory benefits, and the only side effects are other stellar health benefits. Check out the top ten at dLife!
Source: This Week in Diabetes - January 21, 2008 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Coping with DiabetesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This week on an all-new dLifeTV: Practical advice for coping with the emotional ups and downs of diabetes; a Bishop who spreads the message of diabetes awareness to the homeless; and stirring up soup in the dLife kitchen. Plus, Jim Turner remembers his diagnosis day. Tune in Sunday night at 7 pm EST!
Source: This Week in Diabetes - January 21, 2008 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Fake FatsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Have you met the new generation of fake fats? In an effort to rid restaurants and supermarket shelves of harmful trans fats, food manufacturers have found a replacement that may be even worse. Interesterified (IE) fats, chemically modified oils used in baked goods, fried foods, and butter substitutes, appear to have the same harmful effects on cholesterol as trans fats, while also raising blood glucose levels, according to one recent study. Find out more by checking out the article!
Source: This Week in Diabetes - January 14, 2008 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Hey There, Sugar.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Have you checked in with your friendly, neighborhood Blogabetes bloggers lately? They're discussing real diabetes issues, from alternate site testing to scary low blood sugars. Read the latest from the bloggers, and join the conversation by leaving your comments. It's diabetes, unscripted.
Source: This Week in Diabetes - January 14, 2008 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Find an Educator!Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Finding all the right members for your diabetes team is an important step in living a full and active diabetes life. Thanks to the dLife MyDiabetesEducator websites, you have a great resource for finding an educator in your area and you also have the chance to check out their own, personalized websites. Start by locating a diabetes educator near you!
Source: This Week in Diabetes - January 14, 2008 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

ADA Backs Low-Carb DietsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
The American Diabetes Association (ADA) has for the first time voiced its support of low-carbohydrate diets for weight management of people with diabetes. The endorsement was part of the ADA’s recently published 2008 Clinical Practice Recommendations, which are intended to guide diabetes health care providers. Read more on this development, and check-out dLife's low-carb recipes in the dLife Recipe Box.
Source: This Week in Diabetes - January 7, 2008 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Brrrrr-ing on the Cold WeatherEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
With the chill of winter finally upon us and the first snow starting to fall, we want to make sure we don’t “flake out” about our diabetes management. From maintaining blood sugars while sledding to enjoying that holiday cocktail, it’s important to keep close watch on our health. Check out the dLife Winter Weather resources.
Source: This Week in Diabetes - January 7, 2008 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Diabetes "Eye" QEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
According to the World Health Organization, after 15 years of diabetes, approximately 2 percent of all people with diabetes worldwide become blind, and about 10 percent develop severe visual impairment. Don't let this be you. Take control today. See how you fare in this diabetic eye disease quiz and then schedule your next eye exam today.
Source: This Week in Diabetes - January 7, 2008 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

New Year's Eve with dLifeEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
It's almost time to watch the ball drop for 2008 - are you and your diabetes ready? Check out the dLife New Year's resources and be prepared with all the right information to ring in the new year!
Source: This Week in Diabetes - December 31, 2007 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Kwanzaa: A Diabetes-Friendly HolidayEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Nestled between Christmas and New Year’s is Kwanzaa, an African-American celebration and reaffirmation of community, culture, and family. Kwanzaa is a Swahili word for “first fruits.” Because it is not a religious holiday, it is often celebrated along with Christmas in many African-American homes. For the diabetes community, the celebration of Kwanzaa falls in line with the celebration of a healthy lifestyle. This is because Kwanzaa encompasses the whole life — mind, body, and spirit — as it pertains not only to the individual, but to the entire community. The weeklong holiday begins December 26th and ends New Y...
Source: This Week in Diabetes - December 31, 2007 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Year in Review: dLife ViewpointsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Happy New Year's Eve, dLifers! 2007 was a great year for diabetes advocacy and awareness, from the first UN-recognized World Diabetes Day to the increased influence of online diabetes support vehicles. The dLife Viewpoints columnists and Blogabetes writers – people who are living with diabetes every day – offer up their perspectives on the impact of the year past and their hopes for the year to come. Check out the 2007 Year in Review for more.
Source: This Week in Diabetes - December 31, 2007 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Have a Healthy Holiday!Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Whether you’re decking the halls, wrapping up gifts, or preparing to host the family meal, the holidays can be a time of great joy – and great stress. ‘Tis the season to take care of your health and to enjoy all that the holidays have to offer. Check out the dLife Holiday Resources page for more!
Source: This Week in Diabetes - December 17, 2007 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Diabetes 101Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Are you a newly-diagnosed person with diabetes who needs to know the basics? Or do you have several years of diabetes under your belt but are looking for a brush-up? Whatever the case, check out dLife's new series of videos - Diabetes 101, hosted by Nicole Johnson.
Source: This Week in Diabetes - December 17, 2007 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Holiday Grab Bag Quiz!Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Whether you're decking the halls, wrapping up gifts, or preparing to host the family meal, the holidays can be a time of great joy - and great stress. 'Tis the season to take care of your health and to enjoy all that the holidays have to offer. Dive into the dLife Holiday Grab Bag and test your holiday know-how!
Source: This Week in Diabetes - December 17, 2007 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Waging War Against the FluEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
When people with diabetes are sick with a cold, flu, or other infection, it can cause blood glucose levels to climb. It is important to have a sick day plan worked out with your medical team before you become sick. Taking your medications, testing your blood glucose levels, and staying hydrated are all parts of managing your diabetes while you are sick. Stay informed and stay healthy!
Source: This Week in Diabetes - December 3, 2007 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Athletes with DiabetesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This Sunday on dLifeTV: dLife looks at great athletes who’ve been impacted by diabetes – including Dallas Maverick Jerry Stackhouse. Plus, safe and effective exercise advice and a certified diabetes educator who blends spirituality with healthcare advice. And, diabetes-friendly cooking with a Spanish flavor, as Chef Michel Nischan cooks up some tapas.
Source: This Week in Diabetes - December 3, 2007 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Candid ConversationsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
It is not too late to have a candid conversation with your advocates about your individual benefit or risk of using Avandia (or Actos). Healthcare decisions should not be made on the advice of a self-proclaimed outsider, but between you and your trusted healthcare team — the people who have the most information about your health situation. Learn more about the politics behind the fall of Avandia from dLife expert columnist, Theresa Garnero.
Source: This Week in Diabetes - December 3, 2007 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Aging GracefullyEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
When it comes to taking care of your older parent or relative who is living with diabetes, there can be many difficult moments. How do you help your elderly loved ones deal with keeping track of their medication, remembering to monitor their blood sugar, and making sure they have their home stocked with diabetes-friendly foods? Read more about the special needs of aging parents.
Source: This Week in Diabetes - November 26, 2007 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Travel in Good HealthEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
With the holiday season comes the travel season. If you and your family are packing up to visit long lost relatives, or just walking down the street to greet your loved ones, make sure your diabetes is ready to make the journey with you. Prepare for the travel season with these dLife tips!
Source: This Week in Diabetes - November 26, 2007 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Great Gifts!Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
People with diabetes are more than their diabetes. They are first and foremost people, each with talents and interests unique to them. But if you are looking to give someone with diabetes the gift of encouragement and good health, check out some traditional and not-so-traditional ideas to help get you started.
Source: This Week in Diabetes - November 26, 2007 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Gobble This!Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Planning on hosting a big Thanksgiving dinner? Will your house be filled with family members and fun this November? Make sure you and your diabetes are prepared for the busy holiday season. Gobble up these Turkey Day tips and articles to be informed and stay ahead of the stress!
Source: This Week in Diabetes - November 19, 2007 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Drinking and DiabetesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Drinking is a loaded issue. For people with diabetes, alcohol can be both healthy and dangerous. Navigating this catch-22 takes a very educated patient. Check your knowledge with the dLife Diabetes and Drinking quiz and make sure you're doing what's best for you.
Source: This Week in Diabetes - November 19, 2007 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Fame!Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Who cares who's who in the world of diabetes? Well, sometimes seeing which famous (and infamous) people have lived with this disease -- in fact, thrived in spite of it -- can be inspiring. Check out the dLife fame pages and learn more about people who are living with diabetes - in the spotlight!
Source: This Week in Diabetes - November 19, 2007 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

Who Let the Blogs Out?Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Have you checked out the best and the brightest of the blogosphere in dLife's Blogabetes? If you have, you know that there are real people living with diabetes who are telling it like it is, daily, on their blogs. If you haven't, you're missing out on some of the most influential voices in the diabetes community. It's time to check it out.
Source: This Week in Diabetes - November 12, 2007 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info

World Diabetes DayEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
November 14, 2007 is World Diabetes Day. This year's campaign theme is Diabetes in Children and Adolescents. The campaign aims to raise awareness of the rising prevalence of both type 1 and type 2 diabetes in children and adolescents. Visit www.worlddiabetesday.org to find out more about the needs of children and adolescents who are both living with diabetes and at risk for developing this disease.
Source: This Week in Diabetes - November 12, 2007 Category: Consumer Health Advice Source Type: info