Per mayoclinic.org, “Diabetic nephropathy is a serious complication of type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes. It’s also called diabetic kidney disease. In the United States, about 1 in 3 people living with diabetes have diabetic nephropathy.” The National Kidney Foundation states, diabetes is the leading cause of kidney failure.
Diabetes Worksheet: https://bit.ly/4mIgj3g
Kidney Disease Symptoms: https://bit.ly/460XI9d
National Kidney Foundation: https://bit.ly/4mIgiMK
Diabetic Nephropathy: https://mayocl.in/2KqFfeg
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If you are diagnosed with prediabetes, maybe you are overwhelmed or maybe you don’t think it’s a big deal. Well, I am here to say it is kind of a big deal. However, the good news is prediabetes can be reversed. This part is up to you. Eating healthy food and getting regular physical activity is how this can be done. As the CDC says “Prediabetes = Prevent Diabetes”. Now’s the time to make the change.
Lifestyle change is hard. Little changes make a big difference. So give yourself grace and keep trying.
CDC: https://bit.ly/3FvEKQs.
American Diabetes Association: https://bit.ly/4jsArDs
My Plate: https://bit.ly/3J9lMM2
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High blood sugar (hyperglycemia) can cause long-term damage to your eyes, nerves, kidneys, and heart — and in some cases, lead to emergency situations.
The good news? It’s manageable. 
Regular checkups, medications, and monitoring your glucose levels can keep it in check.
Hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar, can affect how your brain and body function. Symptoms to watch for include:
Dizziness Shakiness Sweating Weakness or irritability Trouble concentrating
Stay informed — your brain depends on it!
Each year, 2–10% of pregnancies in the U.S. are affected by gestational diabetes. And for half of those women, it may lead to type 2 diabetes later on. 
Knowing the risk factors and warning signs is key.
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Type 1 diabetes is a lifelong autoimmune condition that affected 11.6% of Americans in 2021. But managing it is more than just monitoring blood sugar — it’s a daily practice in resilience, responsibility, and independence. 
Today, we’re sharing Tori’s story to shed light on what it’s really like living with this diagnosis.
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Did you know? Hearing loss is twice as common in people with diabetes! Over time, high and low blood sugar can damage nerves and small blood vessels in the ears, leading to difficulty hearing.
Signs of hearing loss:
-Asking people to repeat themselves
-Struggling to hear in groups
-Feeling like others mumble
-Turning up the TV or music too loud
Protect your hearing!
-Keep blood sugar in check
-Get annual hearing tests
-Avoid loud environments
