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According to the CDC, 34.2 million people have diabetes. The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke found that 60-70% of diabetes patients suffer from some level of peripheral neuropathy. What is Neuropathy? Peripheral Neuropathy is a condition where there is a disruption in the nervous system that prevents sensory…

Foot care is a fundamental part of living with diabetes. Wearing

If you have diabetes, it’s important to address health issues linked to your condition. One common health issue is problems with poor blood flow in your legs and loss of feeling in your feet. Many people with diabetes suffer from nerve damage in their lower legs and feet which can…

Diabetic neuropathy is a form of nerve damage that is common in diabetic patients. High blood sugar can weigh heavy on your nerves and cause some damage. The most affected nerves are those around the legs and feet. Depending on the nerves affected, the symptoms of diabetic neuropathy can range…

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Having trouble drifting off when your head hits the pillow? The problem might be with your feet. When our lower extremities get cold, our blood circulation drops. When we warm our feet, we send a signal to our brain that it’s time for sleep. One of the easiest ways to…

People with diabetes are often at greater risk of sustaining foot injuries or getting an infection due to potential nerve damage caused by high blood sugar. This nerve damage – known as diabetic neuropathy – decreases sensation, leading to a greater threat of injury, injuries that you might not even…

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When you live with diabetes, proper foot care is essential. Ignore injuries, skip your podiatry appointments, and you can end up dealing with serious health issues. It can even be something as simple as your choice of footwear. In this blog post we’ll look at how diabetic socks and compression…

Can people with diabetes drink alcohol? Yes, but only with an abundance of caution. As little as just two drinks in one day can affect blood sugar levels, while alcohol can aggravate diabetes symptoms and contribute to conditions that lead to diabetes, such as weight gain and pancreatitis. Heavy drinking…