You may feel helpless and trapped if you have diabetes. This article should help you understand what diabetes is and how you can manage this condition. Follow these steps to find better results.

Foods have a “glycemic index” number which says how much they will affect blood sugar based on what is in them. Remember, the lower the GI number, the better for a diabetic!

If you do the same task the same way each time, your life will be more organized and easier. For instance, put your insulin and meter in the exact same place every evening so you know where it is in the morning. When you are testing your blood sugar, write down all your levels in a log.

Add a few walnuts to your salad for some extra nutrition and a bit of crunch! Walnuts can help keep your sugar levels where they should be because …