SGLT-2 inhibitors are a type of oral medication that people with type 2 diabetes can use to lower blood sugar levels. How do SGLT-2 inhibitors work to lower blood sugar As our kidneys filter our blood ...

Insulin is a hormone made by the pancreas that faciliates glucose uptake into the body's cells. Most insulin is taken by injection or through a pump. SGLT-2 inhibitors are a type of oral medication ...

Hypoglycemia refers to low blood sugar levels. A blood sugar level below 70 mg/dl (3.9 mmol/L) is typically considered hypoglycemia, and you will likely experience symptoms when your blood sugar dips ...

Adam Brown’s acclaimed diaTribe column, Adam’s Corner, has brought life-transforming diabetes tips to over 1 million people since 2013. In this highly actionable guide, he shares the food, mindset, ...

Incretins are a medication class that can help people lower blood glucose, lose weight, and improve heart or kidney risk. Incretin-based drugs, often referred to in short as incretins, are a type of ...

Below are the most commonly used categories of diabetes devices. For more information, click the links below to learn how these devices work and what supplies you need to use them. Plus, you’ll find ...

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DPP-4 is an enzyme (a natural chemical) that breaks down hormone GLP-1. GLP-1 helps the body lower blood sugar levels by causing the pancreas to produce insulin after a meal. So, more GLP-1 means more ...

Type 2 diabetes occurs when the body has trouble processing glucose (or sugar) from the bloodstream to use for energy. It means the body isn’t using insulin effectively, and it’s characterized by high ...

Understanding the percentage of time a person spends with their blood glucose in a target range can help those with diabetes live a better life. What exactly is time in range, and why does it matter?

Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) devices show blood sugar trends over time. Consider some tips on how to raise the issue if your doctor hasn't yet suggested CGM use. There's a small but manageable ...

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