Kidney disease: what you need to know
Dr. Ian Bushell, a family medicine physician and medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says if you catch kidney disease early, it can be managed effectively.
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Glycemic index 101
Reena Panjwani, registered dietitian-nutritionist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains this tool that can help people understand and manage blood sugar.
What is prediabetes?
WellTuned talked to Dr. Jennifer Gholson, a BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee medical director, about risk factors, symptoms, and steps everyone can take to improve their health, whether or not they have prediabetes.
8 Foods that are Secretly Full of Sugar
When you’re trying to manage your weight or treat a condition like diabetes or hypertension, even natural sugar may not be right for you. Here are 8 foods to look out for.
Diabetes & vision: 4 conditions you should know
Half of Tennesseans have blood sugar levels that put us at risk for diabetic eye disease. Here are 4 you should know.
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.