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Neuragen
Nerve damage can feel like numbness, itching or burning pain, and it's especially common in... Play Video
What is Type 1 Diabetes?
Type 1 Diabetes is a condition where your pancreas produces little or no insulin. Play Video
What is Type 2 Diabetes?
Type 2 Diabetes occurs when your pancreas does not produce enough insulin and your body is... Play Video
Complications from Diabetes
People with diabetes are at a higher risk of certain health problems. As a person with... Play Video
Retinopathy
There are several problems caused by having a high blood glucose level over a long period of... Play Video
Neuropathy
A common complication caused by prolonged high blood glucose levels, is nerve damage, known as... Play Video
Kidney Disease
High blood glucose levels can lead to serious or fatal kidney complications. Play Video
Heart Disease and Stroke
Heart disease and stroke are two to four times more common in people with diabetes. They can... Play Video
Your blood glucose target range
Glucose is always present in the bloodstream, to be used as your body's main source of energy.... Play Video
Testing your blood glucose level
Having blood glucose levels that are too high or too low can be dangerous. Play Video
Carbohydrates
A healthy diet is essential for the management of diabetes. The food you eat consists of... Play Video
Salt and Cholesterol
Heart disease and strokes are two to four times more common in people with diabetes than in... Play Video
Foot care
As a person with diabetes, it is important for you to care for your feet properly every day.... Play Video
Medication: Metformin
Metformin medication reduces the amount of glucose released by your liver. When you have... Play Video
Medication: Sulfonylureas
Sulfonylureas medication increases your body's production of insulin before you eat. Your... Play Video
Medication: Statin
Statin medication reduces the amount of LDL cholesterol in your body, which decreases your... Play Video
Benefits of insulin
Insulin is the oldest medication used to treat diabetes, and has the fewest side effects ... Play Video
How insulin works
Insulin is a hormone produced by your pancreas. It controls the amount of glucose in your... Play Video
How to store insulin
Insulin is like most medications-it can be damaged if it gets too hot or too cold ... Play Video
Types of Insulin
We all have our own day-to-day routines, and that means the same injection schedule won't work... Play Video
Side effects
If you miss a dose, or don't take enough insulin, the result can be high blood glucose levels... Play Video
Why insulin doesn't come in a pill
Have you ever wondered why insulin doesn't come in a pill? Play Video
I feel like a failure
Since Type 2 diabetes can sometimes be managed without taking insulin, many people feel like... Play Video
I'm afraid my life is changing forever
Starting insulin is an adjustment, because you need to change the way you care for your... Play Video
I'm worried about having a hypoglycemic reaction
Hypoglycemia can be scary when it strikes, because you can feel dizzy and shaky without... Play Video
I'm afraid of needles
Giving yourself a needle is a lot more comfortable than most people think ... Play Video
Do I really need to be on insulin?
Since it's possible for some people with Type 2 diabetes to live their whole life without... Play Video
Why do I suddenly need to be on insulin?
When your doctor told you they were putting you on insulin, you probably thought, "Why now?"... Play Video
Can I skip meals?
Skipping a meal probably wasn't a big deal for you before you developed diabetes. You might... Play Video
What is cloudy insulin?
Insulins can be clear or cloudy, depending on the type you are taking ... Play Video
Do I have to disclose my diabetes to my employer?
Does your prospective employer need to know you have diabetes, or do you have the right not to... Play Video
How do I stay on a schedule?
When you have diabetes, a schedule is important ... Play Video
How do I travel safely in a car?
When you have diabetes, there are a few things to keep in mind whenever you buckle up ... Play Video
How will my exercise regime change?
Exercise plays a big role in the balance of insulin and blood glucose, because it affects both... Play Video
What happens when I change timezones?
When you travel to a different time zone, it can throw your eating and sleeping schedules out... Play Video
What happens when I get a cold or flu?
Getting a cold or the flu makes you feel miserable. But when you have diabetes, a simple... Play Video
What is the difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes?
If your doctor recommends you start insulin, you might think "If I'm now on insulin, do I have... Play Video
What should I know before getting on an airplane?
All vacations require you to plan ahead. But when you have diabetes, there are a few more... Play Video
Will I be addicted to insulin forever?
Many people with diabetes who take insulin wonder if they will be taking it forever ... Play Video
I'm nervous about injecting myself
When you first start giving yourself insulin injections, it can be a little scary ... Play Video
Is it safe to take insulin that has frozen?
Insulin freezes almost as easily as water, and can be damaged by too much heat, so it's... Play Video
How do I dispose of my needles?
If you don't dispose of needles properly, they can be dangerous to other people and to the... Play Video
Where do I inject my insulin?
Injecting in the same spot repeatedly can lead to pain, lumps and poor insulin absorption ... Play Video
Am I at risk for heart disease?
People with diabetes are two to four times more likely to develop heart disease, but there are... Play Video
How do I know if I have nerve damage?
Your nerves are responsible everything you feel. When you have diabetes, one of the... Play Video
How do I make my cooking heart-healthy?
By making a few simple changes to the way you cook - Play Video
How does diabetes affect my oral hygiene?
If you have diabetes, you have a higher risk of gum disease, and it might be harder for your... Play Video
Is there a healthy way to snack?
Eating one or two healthy snacks a day will help keep your energy up and improve your overall... Play Video
What are the different types of insulin?
When patients received the very first insulin injections back in the 1920s, there was only one... Play Video
What do I do during a heart attack?
A heart attack is scary, whether it's happening to you or to someone around you. But by... Play Video
What do I do during a stroke?
When blood flow to your brain is stopped, it's called a stroke. It strikes suddenly, and it's... Play Video
What is pre-diabetes?
Pre-diabetes is when your blood glucose levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to... Play Video
What is the Glycemic Index?
The Glycemic Index - Play Video
Why is oatmeal heart-healthy?
Oatmeal provides nutrients and keeps you full until lunchtime -- and it can also reduce your... Play Video