Experiencing leg and calf cramps and pains on a regular basis can be debilitating for anyone. There are some who assume that they must accept this regularly occurring pain as part of their life. However, there are steps you can take to address your leg and calf cramps. Advocate Cramp ER is a leg and […]
We are excited to announce the addition of the full line of Dexcom G6 continuous blood glucose monitoring (CGM) system to Diabetic Outlet. You can now enjoy discounted retail price plus free shipping on all Dexcom G6 supplies including sensor, transmitter and receiver. Want to save ever more? Checkout our Dexcom G6 bundle. What is […]
Summertime can make diabetes more difficult to manage for some people. The heat can cause many complications that exacerbate symptoms, making it even more important to be sure you are staying on top of your medications. For that we have put together some 6 summer diabetes management tips. The heat of summer can be much […]
Ketones are present in the blood when there is insufficient insulin in the body to change sugar into energy. When this happens, the body draws on fat and muscle for energy, which then produces ketones. Because ketones are a type of acid, they can kick your body’s natural functions out of balance, the extreme outcome […]
Whether you’ve been recently diagnosed with diabetes or have had the condition for years, it doesn’t have to prevent you from enjoying a healthy, happy life. In fact, there are many things you can do to reduce your symptoms by improving your health. This includes some simple (and affordable) lifestyle adjustments, as well as some […]
People living with diabetes have to pay close attention to their overall health and well-being because various complications can arise from the disease. Diabetics are at increased risk of cardiovascular disease, nerve damage, and other health-threatening issues. Another complication that arises from diabetes is an increased risk for periodontal disease, an infection of the gum […]
This morning while sipping on my morning coffee scrolling through my Facebook newsfeed, I came across a video by the American Diabetic Association that featured one of my favorite singers Tim McGraw. Tim is currently working with the ADA on a new diabetes awareness program called “America’s Diabetes Challenge.” In this video Tim presented a simple question about […]
Diabetes management can be a daunting task, and traveling with diabetes can be quite challenging if you’re not prepared especially during the holiday season. But that does not mean you cannot travel. With a little bit of preparation and planning, traveling with diabetes during the holidays can be as safe and enjoyable as any holiday events. Here […]
Are you a habitual nap-taker? Do you take long naps every day? A new report shows people who nap more than an hour each day are 45% more likely to develop Type 2 diabetes! I will be honest with you. Being nocturnal, I stay up late to keep an eye on my surroundings. To make up for that, I take […]
I use my cell phone to keep track of my credit cards, maintain my calendar, surf the the web and social media, save all my contact information, send and receive text messages and more, but I am not really an APP person. A friend of mine recently introduced me to an app called Fooducate. I find fooducate useful in […]
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