Diabetes

Type 2 diabetes develops when the body stops responding well to insulin and the pancreas can no longer keep up. Here is…

Age, family history and ethnicity raise your risk of type 2 diabetes, but many of the biggest risk factors are ones you…

Type 2 diabetes often develops quietly. Learn the early signs to watch for, why many people notice nothing at all, and which…

A1C, fasting glucose, the glucose tolerance test and a random glucose test: what each one measures, the numbers that mean diabetes, and…

A1C is your three-month average; a glucose reading is a snapshot of right now; time in range shows the whole picture. Here…

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in people with type 2 diabetes. Learn why diabetes affects the heart, the ABCs…

Diabetes can affect the eyes, kidneys, nerves, feet and gums over time, but most damage can be prevented or caught early. Here…

Metformin, SGLT2 inhibitors, GLP-1 medicines, DPP-4 inhibitors, sulfonylureas, pioglitazone and insulin: how each type works, its main benefits and what to watch…

GLP-1 medicines lower blood sugar, reduce appetite and, for some, protect the heart and kidneys. Here is how they work, what the…

Cost, side effects, forgetting, pill fatigue and feeling fine are the most common reasons diabetes medicines get missed. Here are practical fixes…

Type 2 diabetes tends to change over the years, so a plan that worked at diagnosis may need updating. Learn why it…

Glucose meters, continuous glucose monitors, smart pens, apps and telehealth can make diabetes easier to manage. Here is what each tool does…

Serving size, total carbohydrate, fiber, added sugars, sodium and fats: a step-by-step guide to the parts of a food label that matter…

Carbohydrates raise blood sugar more than protein or fat. Learn what counts as a carb, the 15-gram carb choice, easy portion guides…

You do not need a complete diet overhaul. These simple ‘a little more of this, a little less of that’ swaps can…

From packing double supplies to airport security, time zones and hot weather, here is how to plan a trip with type 2…

Living with diabetes every day can be emotionally draining. Learn the difference between diabetes distress and depression, the signs to watch for,…

How to support a partner, parent or friend with type 2 diabetes without nagging: practical help, spotting and treating low blood sugar,…