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Stephanie Dula

Stephanie Dula is a longtime content writer and editor who has worked across a range of diverse industries. She can take complex healthcare information and distill it down into simple, clear language that helps empower each reader as they navigate their own wellness journey. 

Glucose Monitoring Without Finger Pricks

Advances in diabetes care and technology have provided new, needle-free options to monitor blood glucose levels. These newer glucose monitoring devices are increasingly prescribed by healthcare providers as an alternative to the traditional blood sugar monitors.

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Diabetes-Friendly Grocery Shopping List

We’ve put together a downloadable, printable grocery list for type 2 diabetes full of healthy foods, the full range of food groups, and the right kinds of carbs. 

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Printable Blood Sugar Log Sheet

Easily stay in control of your blood sugar with our downloadable and printable blood sugar log.

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Blood Sugar Levels and Diabetes

The foundation of a good diabetes care plan is a set of target ranges for blood sugar levels. But what is considered a healthy range for blood sugar in people with diabetes?

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Diabetes Management Tips: Building Your Healthcare Team

When faced with diabetes diagnosis, there are plenty of people who can get you up to speed and ease your stress level. Building a supportive healthcare team should be a number one priority.

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Does Diabetes Cause Hair Loss?

Several factors may contribute to a negative impact on the hair growth cycle for people with diabetes, leading to hair thinning and hair loss. We’ve covered some of the most common causes here.

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Diabetic Hunger: Causes and Treatment

People with diabetes often experience polyphagia, or excessive hunger. This is the type of hunger that occurs when eating food doesn’t help curb hunger pangs. 

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Walking Your Way to Better Diabetes Control

Daily walking is often recommended as one of the best exercises for people with diabetes. It’s low impact and low risk, freely accessible for almost everyone, and simple to fit into a busy schedule.

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Can People With Diabetes Get Tattoos?

Piercing the skin poses health risks for anyone, but if you have diabetes, you are at higher risk for infection and other complications. Be sure to speak to your healthcare professional so they can evaluate your risk before you proceed.

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Blood Glucose Meters and Monitors: How to Choose

There are a few different types of systems, including blood glucose meters, also called glucometers, and continuous glucose monitors. We’ll explain how these medical devices work and what to consider when choosing the best product to meet your needs.

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