Let me know if there is anything I can do... we often tell a friend who lives with a chronic illness. I've offered this numerous times, but there are very few times someone has actually felt comfortable calling and asking me to help them out....

Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by high levels of sugar (glucose) in the blood, which can lead to a range of serious complications, including heart disease, nerve damage, blindness, kidney failure, and amputations. Currently, there is no cure for diabetes, but there are many treatments available that can help manage the condition and reduce the risk of complications. However, these treatments are not always effective, and many people with diabetes are still looking for better and more effective treatments....

Diabetes is a common disease carries both minor and major health risks. Have you ever wondered if you may have diabetes based on your health and energy levels? It is important to know if you have or are predisposed to the condition, since it affects how you live your life and could lead to significant illness or even death if left untreated....

Diabetes is a metabolic disorder characterized by elevated blood sugar levels over an extended period of time. Type 2 diabetes is diagnosed via a panel of blood tests which include a fasting blood sugar test, insulin levels, and a Hemoglobin A1c....

November is National Diabetes Month. Not cause for celebration, as far as I am concerned and I am a diabetes educator. If controlled properly, most people with diabetes can live relatively complication-free, but if left uncontrolled, diabetes can lead to major health problems like blindness, kidney disease, heart disease, stroke, nerve disease, and even amputations.....

Diabetes has become of the most common chronic diseases in the US and globally. According to the CDC, over 100 million US adults are now living with diabetes or pre-diabetes. Diabetes occurs when blood sugar levels are very high. It is important to understand the physiological and behavioral risk factors of type 2 diabetes in order to prevent and manage this disease....

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is a chronic, relapsing and remitting condition characterized by inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract. There are two main forms of IBD: Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. While the exact cause of IBD is not known, it is believed to be related to a combination of genetic, environmental, and immunological factors. IBD can lead to a range of complications and can impact the quality of life of those affected....

Ulcerative colitis is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that affects the colon and rectum, causing symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, and rectal bleeding. While there is no cure for this condition, making certain lifestyle changes can help alleviate symptoms and improve overall health. In this article, we will discuss some of the most important lifestyle changes that individuals with ulcerative colitis should consider making....