6 ways to support a loved one with diabetes
Dr. Catherine Payne, a medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says support from friends and family can be a key factor in successful diabetes management.
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What you should know about type 2 diabetes medications for weight loss
Sarah Smith, a pharmacist with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, discusses drugs with brand names like Ozempic, Wegovy, Trulicity and Mounjaro., and what people should know before taking them.
Diabetes guide: Facts about type 1, type 2, gestational & prediabetes
Dr. Daniel Cusator, a medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says more than 30% of Tennesseans will be affected by diabetes at some point.
18 Healthy Snacks for People with Diabetes
Keep hunger at bay and your blood glucose steady with these delicious and healthy diabetic snacks.
4 Tips for Exercising Safely With Type II Diabetes
If you are planning on exercising with type II diabetes, follow these guidelines to ensure safety and health when getting started.
Healthy Eating Tips for Children with Diabetes
Here’s how to prepare a meal plan for a child with diabetes while still retaining normalcy for him or her as well as for the rest of the family.
Tips to Effectively Manage Diabetes and Exercise
Physical activity is important for everyone, but diabetes and exercise don’t always go hand in hand. If you have diabetes, your blood sugar level can drop to dangerous levels after you exercise. However, by learning to manage your condition, you can safely exercise and keep your blood sugar regulated.
Professional Athletes With Diabetes
You’d never know from watching them that these men reached their professional status with a chronic disease like diabetes. Find out how these four athletes with diabetes manage their illness along with their careers.
Should you walk before or after a meal?
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Registered Dietitian Shaina Gross explains how the timing of your walk affects your health.
Lighten up a homestyle dish: chicken and dumplings
Janet Seiber, a registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, provides tips for a healthier chicken and dumplings — or any dish.