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Blood Glucose Control

   

Blood glucose (blood sugar) is an essential measure of your health. If you're struggling to manage your blood glucose levels, we can help! With the latest tools and strategies, you can take steps today to monitor your condition, prevent serious complications, and feel better while living with diabetes. You may also be interested in our book, Diabetes Burnout: What To Do When You Can't Take It Anymore

Checking Your Blood Glucose

Keep a daily log and help your healthcare provider assess your diabetes treatment plan.  

Hyperglycemia (High blood glucose)

Watch for symptoms of hyperglycemia (high blood glucose) and learn how to treat it.

Hypoglycemia (Low blood glucose)

Respond immediately to early symptoms of hypoglycemia (sometimes called an insulin reaction).

Blood Glucose Meters

Choose the best meter for your needs, and make sure you know how  to use it correctly.

A1C

Get an overall picture of your average blood glucose for the past two to three months.

Estimated Average Glucose (eAG)

Estimated Average Glucose (eAG) is a new way to understand how well you're managing your diabetes.

Tight Diabetes Control

Find out whether this intense regimen of keeping glucose levels as low as possible is right for you.

Checking for Ketones

Start testing for ketones, a warning sign that your diabetes is getting out of control.

 

Stay in Touch with Us

Sign up for the latest news on diabetes research, food and fitness, and opportunities to support the American Diabetes Association.

Look and Feel Great!

Develop a weight-loss plan that works for you and your diabetes.

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What will YOU do? Check out how you can take action!

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