Healthy Meals for Diabetes

Your meal plan tells you when to eat your meals and snacks, what kinds of foods to eat, and how much of each food to eat. You don't have to give up all the foods you like when you have diabetes. But you do need to follow some guidelines.

Types of Insulin

Some types of insulin work fast. Other kinds work slowly and last longer. Learn about the different types and how they work.

Controlling High Blood Pressure

High blood pressure (hypertension) is called the silent killer. This is because many people who have it don't know it. You can take an easy test to see if your blood pressure is too high. If it is high, you can take steps to lower it. Doing so could save your life.

Diabetes: Inspecting Your Feet

Diabetes increases your chances of developing foot problems. So inspect your feet every day. This helps you find small skin irritations before they become serious infections.

Diabetes: Keeping Feet Healthy

When you have diabetes, your feet need special care. Even a small foot problem can become very serious. Practice self-care to protect your feet and keep them healthy.

Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)

Having too little sugar (glucose) in your blood is called low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). Diabetes itself doesn't cause low blood sugar. But some of the treatments for diabetes, such as pills or insulin, may put you at risk for it.

High Blood Sugar (Hyperglycemia)

High blood sugar (hyperglycemia) can be caused by eating too much food, especially carbohydrates, by not being active, or by not taking your medicine. Read on to learn more.

Long-Term Complications of Diabetes

Over time, high blood sugar levels can damage blood vessels, possibly leading to health problems (complications). Keeping your blood sugar in your target ranges can help prevent or delay complications.

Taking an Active Role in Your Medicines

Take the time to learn about your medicine. For instance, why are you taking it? What does it do? Work with your healthcare providers to get the answers you need.