Diabetes

MYTH: Insulin will make me gain a lot of weight. FACT: The benefit of helping to manage your blood sugar with insulin outweighs the risk of some weight gain. Some…

MYTH: Insulin causes atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries) and high blood pressure. FACT: Insulin does not cause these problems, and adhering to prescribed medications can actually help reduce the risk…

QUESTION: Not sure where to start…? ANSWER: Aim for a portion no bigger than a quarter of a 9-inch plate. MYTH: Can you catch diabetes from someone else? FACT: No.…

MYTH: No one in the family has diabetes, so I won’t get diabetes FACT: Many people with diabetes have no family members with diabetes. However, having a family history is…

MYTH: Diabetes is caused by eating too much sugar FACT: Type 1 diabetes is not caused by lifestyle choices or diets. It happens when the cells that produce insulin in…

What should I know about type 2 diabetes As a teen living with type 2 diabetes, you should know how often you need to monitor your blood sugar, what blood…

Home remedies and lifestyle modifications As a teen living with type 2 diabetes, make wise food choices, remain physically active, foster a relationship with your diabetes treatment team, wear a…

Regular medical check-ups Your doctor will review your blood sugar patterns, physical activity, weight, medications, typical eating habits, Blood pressure, feet, eyes, kidney tests, cholesterol levels and your growth. The…

Prevention Eating healthy foods with variety to prevent boredom that are low in calories and fat, a focus on fruit and vegetable and whole grain will go a long way…

Introduction Type 2 diabetes in children has increased due to the increased number of children and teens with obesity. It is a chronic disease that affects how your body processes…