Approximately 37 million Americans live with some form of diabetes, and between 90-95% of those who have it have type 2 diabetes.  Estimates vary, but about 1 in 3 people with diabetes require insulin to manage their condition.   The longer you have type 2 diabetes, the more likely you are to need insulin to manage... The post Insulin for Type 2 Diabetes Management appeared first on Diabetes Strong ..read more

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a popular medical technology used to diagnose diseases and track the effectiveness of medical treatment. Doctors use MRI scans to help accurately image parts of the body to determine the root cause of symptoms. This article will outline what people with diabetes need to know before getting an MRI.  What... The post Getting an MRI When You Live with Diabetes: What You Need to Know appeared first on Diabetes Strong ..read more

Weight loss pills and supplements seem like a tempting way to lose weight quickly. However, many of these pills can cause adverse side effects, which can be dangerous—especially if you live with diabetes.  This article will explain everything you need to know about taking weight loss pills if you live with diabetes. The growing popularity... The post Diabetes & Weight Loss Pills: Everything You Need to Know appeared first on Diabetes Strong ..read more

When you live with diabetes, navigating alcohol can be complicated—but it is not impossible!  In 2022, nearly 63% of Americans reported consuming alcohol on a regular basis. It’s so common that it’s likely you’ve wondered if it’s possible to enjoy it safely.  If you do decide to imbibe, there are so many alcoholic beverages to... The post The Best and Worst Alcoholic Drinks for People with Diabetes appeared first on Diabetes Strong ..read more

If you live with diabetes, you know that managing your blood sugars within a tight range can be difficult.  Especially if you’re struggling to decipher between what hyperglycemia (high) and hypoglycemia (low) blood sugars feel like.  Even more confusingly, the symptoms of both conditions can be very similar. So how do you tell the difference... The post Hyperglycemia vs. Hypoglycemia: What’s The Difference? appeared first on Diabetes Strong ..read more

You may have a lot of questions if your doctor asks you to take a glucose test. One of the top questions is: “What can I eat beforehand?”  This can depend on many factors, including why you’re being asked to take a glucose test and what kind of glucose test you’re getting.  This article will... The post What to Eat Before a Glucose Test appeared first on Diabetes Strong ..read more

1 in 3 American adults have prediabetes—and nearly 80% of people with prediabetes don’t even know they have it!  Prediabetes is incredibly common. However, it’s important for you to know the causes so you can delay or prevent it, especially if you are at a higher risk of developing it.  This article will explain what... The post What Causes Prediabetes? appeared first on Diabetes Strong ..read more

1 in 3 American adults have prediabetes—it’s just that common!  A nutritious diet and increased exercise are some of the common ways that people manage their prediabetes.  However, sometimes people with prediabetes are prescribed medications to help lower their blood sugar levels and insulin resistance or to lose weight.  This article will explore everything you... The post Prediabetes Medication: What are the Options? appeared first on Diabetes Strong ..read more

Nearly 1 in 3 American adults have prediabetes—and many people do not even realize that they have the condition!  The good news is that prediabetes can be reversed. While in many cases, type 2 diabetes can be delayed and even prevented entirely.  So that begs the question: What is the most effective way to reverse... The post What is the Most Effective Way to Reverse Prediabetes? appeared first on Diabetes Strong ..read more

One of the most common questions people ask after receiving a prediabetes diagnosis is what is the best prediabetes diet to follow.  With lifestyle changes, including a healthy diet and increased physical activity, it is often possible to prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes. This article will explore everything you need to... The post Prediabetes Diet: What to Eat & What to Avoid appeared first on Diabetes Strong ..read more