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Strawberries get an A+ rating as a healthy snack. Here's why.

You may have considered participating in a clinical trial. But are you a good candidate? And what's in it for you?

It's also called "double diabetes," and diagnoses are on the rise.

Here's how a food diary can help you and your doctor. Plus tricks to make keeping one easier.

Vacation may be relaxing and restorative, but it can set you up for failure when it comes to monitoring your blood sugar and keeping it in the normal range. Here's your summer must-read before you take your trip.

Taking an active role in your treatment is essential to receiving the care you need and deserve. Here's how you can guarantee a quality doctor's visit every time you enter the office.

Although dietary fiber is probably best known as a remedy to prevent or relieve constipation, it provides other important health benefits as well, including lowering your risk of diabetes and heart disease.

Following a balanced diet can help you lower your blood sugar and cholesterol, and it ensures you'll enjoy lots of delicious and healthy options. Here's how to do it.

Live it up at all the backyard barbecues and casual al fresco get-togethers this season has to offer, but keep these eight tips in mind so your blood sugar and your waistline won't reflect poor choices later.

Living with diabetes raises your risk of heart disease. What if the same drug you take to treat your diabetes symptoms also had benefits for your heart health?

What and how you eat could be hazardous to your health.

After a diagnosis, learning to cope with diabetes includes handling the emotions this lifelong illness can bring.

This juicy little fruit contains a substance that may help prevent obesity and type 2 diabetes.

As a part of diabetes management, taking off excess weight is important, but it's essential to do it the right way.

It's not just for salad anymore. This astringent condiment may actually help lower blood sugar.

Here's how to prepare delicious food that works for the diabetic in your life and doesn't leave anyone feeling deprived.

Taking a daily aspirin could be good for your health... or it could be bad for your health. There are advantages for those living with diabetes, but there are also risks.

By taking an integrated approach to disease management with a team of medical professionals, patients put themselves in the best position for long term health. Or, possibly they just wind up spending more time and money.

Mexican, Thai, Italian, Japanese, Chinese, Indian: All are delicious, to be sure, but they can also be potential minefields in terms of blood sugar control. So does this mean you should stay home? Definitely not!

New research suggests that a particular plant oil might be a powerful weapon in the fight against obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.

You may pass through several stages of grief and acceptance as you come to terms with your newly diagnosed, lifelong illness.

No soap and water handy? It might be time to try this approach to glucose testing.

If you've had surgery to remove part of your stomach or had gastric bypass surgery to help you lose weight, you may be susceptible to this condition.

Chances are that your doctor has never mentioned acupuncture as a potential part of your treatment. It's an unconventional approach, but some say it works.

Twenty-five percent of people with diabetes don't even know they have it and that means they're not getting the treatment they need or taking the important steps necessary to keep the disease in check.

What are the telltale signs of an insulinoma?

It's a great cause. If you'd like to get involved in finding a cure, raising awareness about the disease, or simply learning more about diabetes, here are some ways you can help out.

The Web offers many options for staying connected and keeping loved ones updated on your or your family member's health issues. These methods are fast, easy, and efficient, and you'll know your support network is right there with you as a part of your journey.

Overweight and slightly obese individuals with type 2 diabetes may one day qualify for an operation that would alleviate the symptoms of the disease.

This simple error can result in an inaccurate reading that's too high or too low.