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People living with diabetes are told how the diabetes diet can help keep blood glucose levels under control.

People with type 2 diabetes write back to their younger selves, to share personal insights and reflect on their experience of living with diabetes and starting on insulin therapy.   In this post, Bernard reflects on living with diabetes.

Get tips for safe exercising while living with diabetes. Discover exercise guidelines for people taking insulin or oral medications, and get recommendations for checking blood glucose levels before, during and after exercise.

While scanning the discussion forum of Diabetes Care Community, I came across a post: “My dad is 74 with type 2. His doctor says he should be exercising. Well probably he should but he’s never really been a sporty or physically active kind of person. How can you make someone change at that age?”

If you are planning an adventurous trip that involves high altitude, such as mountain climbing, there are some things you should know about high altitude and diabetes management before you travel.

If you or your child are newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, it’s completely natural to feel overwhelmed. Here are eight quick tips that you can use to help you take control.