Terms to know Onset: How quickly insulin lowers your blood sugar. Peak time: When insulin is at maximum strength. Duration: How long insulin works to lower your…

Overview DKA is a serious complication of diabetes that can be life-threatening. DKA is most common among people with type 1 diabetes. People with type 2 diabetes…

Overview Blood sugar levels change often during the day. When they drop below 70 mg/dL, this is called having low blood sugar. At this level, you need…

What is type 1 diabetes? If you have type 1 diabetes, your pancreas doesn’t make insulin or makes very little insulin. Insulin helps blood sugar enter the…

Why oral health matters Taking good care of your mouth is important to your overall health and well-being. Good oral health habits can help prevent pain and…

The diabetes-brain connection Your brain is your body’s command center. To do all its work, your brain uses sugar in your blood for energy. In fact, the…

How your immune system works Your immune system recognizes and fights off germs that can make you sick. Many people think of the immune system as protection…

All about your liver Your liver is the largest internal organ in your body, and it’s responsible for many vital functions, including: Filtering your blood to remove…

What is gastroparesis? Nausea, heartburn, or bloating can have many causes. But for people with diabetes, these common digestion issues shouldn’t be ignored. High blood sugar can…