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Smart Ways To Save On Diabetic Products

Kim — Thu, 24 Dec 2009 16:35:16 +0000

The cost of having diabetes is financially draining. From buying a blood glucose meter to maintaining an ample supply of insulin, expenses just keep on adding up. You spend a few thousand dollars on test strips in one year alone and that still does not include expenses on blood monitoring supplies like glucometer that may need to be replaced from time to time, disposable insulin syringes, injections, needles, pens, foot care products, and frequent trips to the doctor. Needless to say, cutting back on your expenses is a welcome prospect. Here are some useful tips that can help you save on diabetic products: read more...

Must-Have Diabetic Products

Kim — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 16:35:16 +0000

After a diagnosis of diabetes, one fact becomes inevitable- change in lifestyle. Daily exercise is given emphasis along with keeping a close watch on the foods that are on the menu. Diabetic products are also in demand. There are a few that should not be missing in your diabetic kit and these should include: read more...

How To Choose A Blood Glucose Meter

Kim — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 16:35:16 +0000

Blood glucose meter or glucometer is a tool in your diabetic kit that you couldn’t live without. The majority of diabetics rely on this portable medical device to provide them accurate readings of their blood glucose levels on a daily, even constant, basis. But, with so many choices out there, it is easier to pick the wrong glucometer than to get the right one. Here are several things you should look for in a glucometer: read more...

How Artificial Sweeteners Benefit Diabetics

Kim — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 16:35:16 +0000

Sugar is often considered a bane in the diet of diabetics simply because this can cause blood glucose levels to rise. But, since sugar is a natural component of the typical diet, and many people want their cake and eat them too, people just can’t do without it. The good thing is sugar substitutes were invented. read more...

Everything You Need To Know About Insulin Pens

Kim — Sat, 12 Dec 2009 16:35:16 +0000

Insulin pen, or simply pen, is an insulin delivery system that allows the injection of insulin into the bloodstream of a diabetic. It comprises of an insulin cartridge, a pen needle, and a dial to measure the insulin dose. Its appearance is similar to that of a pen, only it is larger. Some of these parts are either disposable or non-replaceable. The insulin cartridge for one may need a replacement from time to time and the insulin needles are entirely disposable. read more...

Diabetic Foot Care Products: What Should Be Included In Your Diabetic Kit

Kim — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 16:35:16 +0000

Diabetics often have serious problems with their feet. This is partially because they usually lose sensation around this area, making it possible for blisters, cracks, and wounds to develop without the patient knowing it. If unattended, small wounds like these can exacerbate into severe complications such as gangrenes and ulcers. Needless to say, foot care products that were specially designed for diabetics are available to prevent any of these complications to appear. read more...

Continuous Blood Glucose Monitoring: Is It A Good Alternative To Glucometers?

Kim — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 16:35:16 +0000

Continuous glucose monitoring systems or CGM provide a more convenient alternative to typical glucose monitoring devices that compel diabetes patients to prick their skin a couple of times every day. These use a circuit of devices that is connected to a sensor inserted under the skin to continuously gather records of blood glucose values. CGM basically records fluctuations in blood glucose levels on a constant basis to determine whether changes in the diet, medication, treatment, or physical activity are needed. read more...

Pros And Cons of Sugar Substitutes

Kim — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 11:35:16 +0000

Weight loss fanatics are not the only people who are crazy about artificial sweeteners. There are also the diabetics. But, for them, replacing sucrose or table sugar with more intense sugar substitutes mean more than shedding off a couple of pounds. On many occasions, these are a matter of staving off diabetes symptoms or not. read more...