Type 1 Diabetes or Type 2 Diabetes, Which Is Worse? Okay, before getting into the meat and potatoes of this post, it’s important to note that for most of us living with diabetes this question is a rather silly one. That’s because there is no “worse” when it comes to the differences between Type 1 […]
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Smoking and Type 2 Diabetes
Risks of Smoking with Diabetes Everyone knows that smoking can lead to serious health complications, including lung cancer, cardiovascular disease, stroke, COPD, and many other life-threatening conditions. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), smoking harms nearly every organ system of the body and is the leading cause of preventable […]
Diabetes and Dementia
Diabetes and Dementia: Is there a relationship and should you be concerned? It’s no secret to most of us living with diabetes that we run a higher risk for related health complications, such as cardiovascular disease, nerve damage, vision problems and kidney disease. Recently, doctors and scientists are adding a new concern to the list […]