Diabetes, also known as diabetes mellitus, is a chronic and life-threatening health condition wherein the body produces an inadequate or no amount of insulin that will respond to the blood glucose (sugar). But, what is insulin? And what are the right oral medication for diabetes? Insulin is a hormone that regulates blood sugar that has been […]

It’s a widely-known guide that people with diabetes should be careful with their diet. In most cases, they need to count their carbs and be careful with sweets, including fruits. What kind of fruits can be added to a diabetes-friendly diet? Find out here. What is the Diabetic Diet? Why go for fruits? Fruits contain carbohydrates, so people […]

To manage their condition, people with diabetes need to monitor their glucose levels regularly. For this, they often use a glucometer. But, how does a blood glucose monitor work and are there other monitoring kits available in the Philippines? Find out here. Who Needs to Use a Blood Glucose Monitor? To better understand the science behind how […]

Managing type 2 diabetes in adults doesn’t rely on medications or insulin therapy alone. To keep your blood sugar levels within the target range, you need to transition to a healthier diet and lifestyle. Beat type 2 diabetes with the following strategies: Common Myths About Type 2 Diabetes, Debunked Consult a nutritionist or dietitian   People with diabetes know […]

A recent study has proven the connection between insomnia and type 2 diabetes. People are found to have a greater risk of developing diabetes if they suffer from a lack of sleep. But how does insomnia cause diabetes? Can diabetics take sleeping pills to address this? Let’s find out. Studies on the connection between insomnia and […]

One of the first things we think about when someone mentions diabetes management is insulin. Since its advent in the early 1920s, it has saved countless lives. Decades have passed since then. And the crude extracts from the pancreas of cattle paved the way for the purer and refined forms of life-saving insulin that are […]

Many Filipinos suffer from diabetes, a disease characterized by increased blood sugar levels. Because its complications could be life-altering, it’s important to understand why this can happen. What are the causes and risk factors of diabetes type 2? Insulin Resistance: The Cause of Type 2 Diabetes Before we discuss the non-modifiable and modifiable risk factors of type […]

If you’re experiencing the symptoms of type 2 diabetes or prediabetes (or at risk of developing it) you may want to talk to your doctor about screening tests. Here’s what you need to know about the diagnostic tests for type 2 diabetes and how they are used to diagnose the disease. Type 2 Diabetes: All You […]

Is frequent urination a sign of type 2 diabetes? There are different ways to determine whether the urinary frequency is an early sign of type 2 diabetes. One way to make sure if you’re a possible candidate for this chronic disease is to undergo urine tests for diabetes. Here’s what you need to know. What is […]

Hypoglycemic and hyperglycemic episodes are complications that can happen to people with type 2 diabetes. Both of these are serious conditions, but between hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia, which is more dangerous? And what can diabetics do about these conditions? Type 1 Diabetes: All You Need To Know What is a hyperglycemic episode? A hyperglycemic episode is when a person’s […]