Spring Clean Diabetes Challenge

Think you're ready to face the challenge of freshening up your diabetes care routine? Take the dLife Spring Clean Challenge and see how you rate...and if it's time for a change!

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Looking for the Latest Diabetes Info?

Hey there, dLifers! Looking for the latest? Read about the first, large analysis of the research on cinnamon and decide for yourself — does it finally answer the question, "Does cinnamon work or not?" Also, watch the dLife chef whip up some low-carb chili that you can pair with a great recipe for cheese and basil scones. Also, you can talk about diabetes-friendly foods for a church buffet with other dLife members!

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Get Your Green On!

St. Patrick's Day is on Monday, so the celebrating starts this weekend for many Irish (and honorary Irish) Americans. Considering a tipple or two in honor of the day? Be sure to assess your alcohol IQ before ordering that green beer, so you stay safe while you get your Irish up.

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March is National Kidney Month

Diabetes is the number one cause of chronic kidney (or renal) failure in the U.S., and kidney disease among people with diabetes has more than doubled in the past decade. According to the National Kidney Foundation, approximately 30% of people with long-term type 1 diabetes (about one in three) will develop kidney disease. The good news is that with early detection and proper treatment, kidney disease can be slowed and, in some cases, reversed.

How much do you know about your kidneys and how they work? Take our quiz to find out! Also, learn more about the prevention and treatment of kidney disease.

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