Medical Reference Related to Diabetes
-
Best and Worst Foods for Diabetes
Making healthy food and drink choices is key to managing diabetes. WebMD offers guidelines to choose the best and avoid the worst.
-
Types of Diabetes Mellitus
WebMD explains the different types of diabetes -- type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes.
-
How the Blood Sugar of Diabetes Affects the Body
Why are high blood sugar levels bad? WebMD examines the role of sugar in the development of diabetes and related conditions.
-
Helping a Loved One Cope With Diabetes
Caregiving for a person with diabetes can be challenging. WebMD looks at ways caregivers can help a person with diabetes manage the illness and find emotional support.
-
Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus
Nephrogenic diabetes insipidus is a kidney-related condition that causes excessive thirst and urination. WebMD explains its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
-
Symptoms of Type 2 Diabetes
Knowing the signs and symptoms of type 2 diabetes -- and getting early medical intervention -- can help you prevent more serious complications. WebMD tells you what to look for.
-
Type 2 Diabetes Risk Factors
Find out more from WebMD about the risk factors for type 2 diabetes.
-
Cinnamon and Diabetes
WebMD looks at the possible benefits of cinnamon in managing diabetes.
-
Gestagenic Diabetes Insipidus (DI)
Gestagenic diabetes insipidus is a pregnancy-related condition with symptoms similar but unrelated to diabetes. WebMD explains its causes, diagnosis, and treatment.
-
Type 2 Diabetes
Get the facts about type 2 diabetes from WebMD, including symptoms, causes, and complications.
Is This Normal? Get the Facts Fast!
Answer:
0-69
70-130
131+
Your level is currently
If the level is below 70 or you are experiencing symptoms such as shaking, sweating or difficulty thinking, you will need to raise the number immediately. A quick solution is to eat a few pieces of hard candy or 1 tablespoon of sugar or honey. Recheck your numbers again in 15 minutes to see if the number has gone up. If not, repeat the steps above or call your doctor.
People who experience hypoglycemia several times in a week should call their health care provider. It's important to monitor your levels each day so you can make sure your numbers are within the range. If you are pregnant always consult with your health care provider.
Congratulations on taking steps to manage your health.
However, it's important to continue to track your numbers so that you can make lifestyle changes if needed. If you are pregnant always consult with your physician.
Your level is high if this reading was taken before eating. Aim for 70-130 before meals and less than 180 two hours after meals.
Even if your number is high, it's not too late for you to take control of your health and lower your blood sugar.
One of the first steps is to monitor your levels each day. If you are pregnant always consult with your physician.
Did You Know Your Lifestyle Choices
Affect Your Blood Sugar?
Use the Blood Glucose Tracker to monitor
how well you manage your blood sugar over time.
This tool is not intended for women who are pregnant.
Step: of
Today on WebMD
Health Solutions From Our Sponsors
©2005-2014 WebMD, LLC. All rights reserved.
WebMD does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. See additional information.