Diabetes Community, Support, Education, Recipes & Resources
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Blood Sugar Level Ranges - Diabetes
WEBJan 15, 2019 · For the majority of healthy individuals, normal blood sugar levels are as follows: Between 4.0 to 5.4 mmol/L (72 to 99 mg/dL) when fasting [361] Up to 7.8 mmol/L (140 mg/dL) 2 hours after eating. For people with diabetes, blood sugar level targets are as follows: Before meals : 4 to 7 mmol/L for people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes.
What is Diabetes? Overview - Types, Symptoms, Control
WEBJan 15, 2019 · Nausea. Vomiting. Type 2 diabetes symptoms include thirst and regular need to urinate, tiredness, irritability and nausea. Skin infections, blurry vision, tingling or dry skin are also relatively common symptoms. With type 2 diabetes, the symptoms can come on very gradually and it’s important not to be tempted to dismiss the symptoms as ...
HbA1c Test for Diabetes - Diagnosis, Target HbA1c, Home Tests
WEBJan 15, 2019 · HbA1c between 42 and 47 mmol/mol (6.0–6.4%): Impaired glucose regulation (IGR) or Prediabetes. HbA1c of 48 mmol/mol (6.5%) or over: Type 2 diabetes. If your HbA1c test returns a reading of 6.0–6.4% , that indicates prediabetes. Your doctor should work with you to suggest appropriate lifestyle changes that could reduce your risk of ...
Type 2 Diabetes - Symptoms, Causes, Treatment
WEBSep 8, 2022 · These include: Being overweight or obese. Having a waist size of 31.5 inches or more (women) or more than 37 inches (men) Eating an unhealthy diet. Physical inactivity. Having a first-degree relative with type 2 diabetes. Having high blood pressure or raised cholesterol levels.
Diabetes Calculators and Tools
WEBJan 15, 2019 · BMR Calculator. Calorie Calculator. Cost of Drinking Calculator. Cost of Smoking Calculator. Food Exchange Calculator. Insulin. Target Heart Rate Calculator. Waist to Hip Ratio Calculator. Diabetes Test.
Symptoms, Causes, How To Bring Down High Sugar Levels - Diabetes
WEBJan 15, 2019 · The main 3 symptoms of high blood sugar levels are increased urination, increased thirst and increased hunger. High blood sugar levels can also contribute to the following symptoms: Regular/above-average urination. Weakness or feeling tired. Loss of weight. Increased thirst.
How To Control Diabetes - Foods, Diet, Blood Testing & Motivation
WEBJan 15, 2019 · A blood glucose monitor is an excellent tool for managing diabetes. Some of us will be very familiar with using a blood glucose meter but for others it will be something new. Testing before and after meals can be a useful technique for measuring how different meals affect our sugar levels and help to improve our diet and dosage decisions. Read ...
Foods For Diabetes - What Food Can/Should I Eat?
WEBSep 8, 2022 · Nuts, herbs and spices. Nuts can be a good food choice. Avoid salted nuts and try to limit the quantity of nuts you eat as they have a high calorific value. Don’t let the calories put you off completely though, nuts are a great source of fibre and vitamins and can be beneficial for cholesterol. Walnuts, almonds, brazil nuts and macadamia nuts ...
Blood Glucose Testing Times - When Should I Test My Blood
WEBJan 15, 2019 · Shorter acting insulin. People on shorter acting insulins should test their blood glucose on a regular basis. Insulin dependent diabetics will fairly typically test anywhere between 2 to 8 times a day. Unless blood sugar levels are particularly stable (this can happen shortly after being diagnosed in people with type 1 diabetes), it is ...