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Hypoglycemia and How to Treat It

Hypoglycemia, also known as low blood sugar, is when your blood sugar level drops below 72 mg/dL. Having low blood sugar is dangerous and needs to be treated right away. Left untreated, hypoglycemia c...

Hyperglycemia and How to Treat It

High blood sugar is also called hyperglycemia. It means that your blood sugar levels are higher than your target levels. Having high blood sugar levels over time can lead to long-term, serious health ...

How to Analyze Blood Glucose Meter Data

You don’t need to be an expert in your data—but it's helpful to be able to interpret how that Friday night out or killer workout impacted your blood sugar.

Severe Hypoglycemia Disaster Preparedness Plan

Severe hypoglycemia can strike when you least expect it and be disastrous. Know what to do in the case of an emergency.

Talking to Your Friends and Family About Type 2 Diabetes

Consider this guide to help you navigate type 2 as a friend or family member.

Medication Options for Type 2 Diabetes

There are so many treatment options for type 2 diabetes today—it can be a little overwhelming. But it’s really important to find what works for you!

All about Metformin

Metformin belongs to the family of biguanides which are the drugs that increase insulin sensitivity and therefore have a beneficial effect in blood glucose management, particularly in insulin resistan...

How to check blood sugar

Regular blood sugar monitoring is the most important thing you can do to manage type 2 diabetes. You’ll be able to see what makes your numbers go up or down, such as eating different foods, taking ...