ADA Backs Low-Carb Diets

The American Diabetes Association (ADA) has for the first time voiced its support of low-carbohydrate diets for weight management of people with diabetes. The endorsement was part of the ADA’s recently published 2008 Clinical Practice Recommendations, which are intended to guide diabetes health care providers.

Read more on this development, and check-out dLife's low-carb recipes in the dLife Recipe Box.

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Brrrrr-ing on the Cold Weather

With the chill of winter finally upon us and the first snow starting to fall, we want to make sure we don’t “flake out” about our diabetes management. From maintaining blood sugars while sledding to enjoying that holiday cocktail, it’s important to keep close watch on our health. Check out the dLife Winter Weather resources.

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Diabetes "Eye" Q

According to the World Health Organization, after 15 years of diabetes, approximately 2 percent of all people with diabetes worldwide become blind, and about 10 percent develop severe visual impairment. Don't let this be you. Take control today. See how you fare in this diabetic eye disease quiz and then schedule your next eye exam today.

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