by Eugene Arnold, MS LD RD CDE
Staying active has been a challenge for everyone during the COVID-19 pandemic. Concerns about contracting COVID-19 can be paralyzing, contributing to a decline in physical activity and a deterioration in glucose control for people with diabetes. While all...
by Mohammed Al-Sofiani, MBBS MSc
Are people with diabetes more likely to get the COVID-19 infection than others? There is no evidence, as of now, that people with diabetes are at higher risk of catching the COVID-19 infection compared to those without diabetes. However, people with consistently high...
by Eugene Arnold, MS LD RD CDCES
Who could deny that physical activity is a critical aspect of maintaining good health? A simple cost-benefit analysis paints a clear picture – exercise can be quite a bargain because it lowers blood glucose, cholesterol, and blood pressure; improves heart health...
by Mohammed Al-Sofiani, MBBS MSc
What is Hypoglycemia? Hypoglycemia, or low blood glucose, happens when blood glucose levels drop too low. For most people with diabetes this means a glucose less than 70 mg/dl. Hypoglycemia can be caused by skipping a meal or a snack, eating less than usual, taking...
by Mohammed Al-Sofiani, MBBS MSc
Do you remember the first time you or a family member was diagnosed with diabetes? Your healthcare provider probably asked you to stop eating the night before a blood test. The next morning, you may have had a fasting blood glucose test. This provides a snapshot of...
