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William Lee Dubois

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Can smoking cause diabetes?

Diabetes is caused by a combination of genes and triggers. If your DNA, the genetic blue print

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How can I keep my kidneys healthy if I have diabetes?

Most diabetics know that high blood sugar will totally trash our kidneys in time. What many of

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How does being overweight affect people with diabetes?

Being overweight can, especially over time, can have negative effects on diabetics. Don’t... Full Answer

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How many people in America get diabetes?

More than 4,000 Americans were diagnosed with diabetes on the same day you were. And the same... Full Answer

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What is the A1C test for diabetes?

An A1C test is a quick lab test that allows your doc to get a sense of your average day and... Full Answer

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Who should be on my diabetes healthcare team?

When it comes to diabetes, I push self-reliance, self-management, and your personal... Full Answer

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How do I check my blood sugar levels if I have diabetes?

People with diabetes once had to test their urine to find out what their blood sugar had been... Full Answer

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Is it safe to drink alcohol with diabetes?

Science has shown that red wine is an effective potion to help increase good cholesterol. But... Full Answer

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Why should I avoid smoking if I have diabetes?

Diabetes doesn't do most of us in. Heart attacks do. Remember that diabetes is a huge risk... Full Answer

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How can I quit smoking?

Nicotine gum and patches, as well as other medications, can help. But in reality, it's not the... Full Answer

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Is dental health really that important with diabetes?

Getting your teeth cleaned twice a year will do more to lower your blood sugar than any of our... Full Answer

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Why is foot care important if I have diabetes?

If your foot gets cut, it can get infected. This matters because diabetes makes infections

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How can I get my family to help me manage my diabetes?

Your family is going to be either the best medicine for your diabetes or the worst medicine for... Full Answer

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How can gaining or losing weight affect my diabetes treatment?

Insulin resistance dictates how much medication it takes to control your blood sugar. Insulin... Full Answer

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Why is exercise beneficial if I have diabetes?

Exercise is good for your diabetes because it makes sugar move out of your blood. It also helps... Full Answer

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