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Higher blood sugar levels cause damage over time to blood vessels and nerves, which can affect your eyes, heart, kidneys, and other organs. It’s important to be aware of these diabetes-related health complications so that you can act now to avoid them or prevent them from progressing.

Salt is essential for regulating important body functions, but too much can be harmful. Here are some strategies to reduce sodium in your diet.
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Discover the hidden risks of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) in insulin-treated diabetes. Learn about euglycemic DKA, triggered by SGLT-2 inhibitors.
GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic show promise in addiction treatment, with ongoing research and clinical trials redefining recovery approaches.
Lesley Lyle's story intertwines diabetes and arthritis, showing autoimmune complexities and Dr. Chavez's management strategies.
Alpha-lipoic acid is an omega-3 fatty acid naturally found in food. Some studies suggest that supplementing with ALA may play a role in treating diabetic neuropathy.
Vertex pauses VX-880 trial after two deaths; fate of diabetes treatment uncertain as current participants continue therapy.
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Discover diaTribe's best 2023 diabetes articles on new treatments, advances in technology, lifestyle tips, and groundbreaking insights for better diabetes management.
Feeling shaky, tired, and irritable after a nighttime low? For people with diabetes, this phenomenon is known as a “low hangover.” Here’s how to manage.
Experts are advocating for universal screening for type 1 diabetes. Early detection can prevent complications like diabetic ketoacidosis. Advances like Tzield can also...
Learn about the link between diabetes and restless legs syndrome, plus causes, symptoms, and how to manage.
Explore the risks and precautions for diabetics using supplements like Vitamin E, St. John's Wort, Ginseng, Niacin, and Chromium, which can affect blood sugar levels and...
Cannabis use in people with type 1 diabetes can raise DKA risk and trigger a condition with similar symptoms called HK-CHS. Monitoring glucose, understanding effects,...
Discover advancements in diabetic macular edema treatment options, including anti-VEGF therapies and non-invasive drugs, for better management of this vision-threatening...
People with diabetes are at higher risk for health issues like chronic kidney disease, diabetic macular edema, and liver disease. Here are clinical trials studying ways...
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The FINE-ONE trial by Bayer investigates Kerendia's effectiveness in preventing kidney disease progression in people with type 1 diabetes. This pivotal trial could...
FDA approves Zepbound for obesity management alongside diet and exercise. A promising new option for weight control, it's the second once-weekly injectable after Wegovy...

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