Sexual dysfunction due to diabetes does not affect men only. Diabetic women can also experience sexual problems related to their blood sugar levels. Continue reading “Diabetes, Women and Sex”
Category: Blood glucose
Diabetes and a healthy mouth
Being diabetic increases your risk of tooth decay, gum disease, thrush, dry mouth and burning mouth syndrome. So what do you have to do to maintain the health of your mouth? Continue reading “Diabetes and a healthy mouth”
Diabetes and mouth diseases
People with poorly-controlled diabetes are more susceptible to mouth diseases such as cavities, gum diseases, oral infections and chronic bad breath. Here is an overview of the various diseases of the mouth that can plague some diabetics. Continue reading “Diabetes and mouth diseases”
Taking Control – How to lower your risk of diabetes complications
Diabetes can give rise to some very dire medical complications. However you can avoid these horrendous consequences by taking control of your blood sugar, blood pressure and cholesterol levels. It is not difficult. Here’s how. Continue reading “Taking Control – How to lower your risk of diabetes complications”
Diabetes, Sugar and Heart Disease
Diabetes, sugar and heart disease are inextricably linked. To reduce the risk of heart disease you need to control your diabetes. This in turn means reducing your intake of sugar. But what is the maximum amount of sugar you should ingest daily to minimise your risk of heart disease? Continue reading “Diabetes, Sugar and Heart Disease”
Snacks for beating diabetes
What do you do when you start feeling a little peckish between meals? As a type 2 diabetic you cannot give yourself a boost with a bar of chocolate, a few sweets or a sticky bun. Here are a few suggestions. Continue reading “Snacks for beating diabetes”
Diabetes and Sleep Quality
The quality of your sleep can affect your blood glucose levels and your blood glucose levels can affect the quality of your sleep. So how can you get a good night’s sleep? Continue reading “Diabetes and Sleep Quality”
Mixing Alcohol and Diabetes
Most of us enjoy a social drink now and then. Indeed, some of us have had more intimate experiences with alcohol. But is it OK to mix diabetes and alcohol? Continue reading “Mixing Alcohol and Diabetes”
Probiotics for Diabetics
Probiotics are a big buzz word in nutrition these days. But what are probiotics? How do they work? Are they safe? How are they helpful? Can they help you control your diabetes? Continue reading “Probiotics for Diabetics”
When to opt for a vegan diet
A plant-focused but non-vegetarian diet will enable most type 2 diabetics to control their blood glucose levels. But what do you do if your readings are nevertheless rising inexplicably? Continue reading “When to opt for a vegan diet”