Ask Dr. E: I’m prediabetic and not on medication…why do my blood sugars drop after eating certain foods?

glucose meter with a low blood sugar reading of 56 mg/dL next to a plate of pasta

If you aren’t on diabetes medications and your blood sugar suddenly spikes and then crashes after eating something sweet or high in carbs, you may have reactive hypoglycemia. Here’s what’s going on (and what to do about it).

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The Many Faces of Diabetes: Yes, There Are More Than Just 1 and 2!

Think diabetes is just type 1 or type 2? Think again. There are over ten different types…and counting! Discover what sets each one apart, learn where you (and your pancreas) fit on the spectrum, and understand why it matters.

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Prediabetes: It’s Not Too Late for an About-Face!

Dose of Drs. E+P: Prediabetes

What the heck is prediabetes? If you have it, does it mean type 2 is knocking at your door? Is there anything you can do to stop it from coming in? There’s a lot of fear and confusion surrounding prediabetes. Drs. E+P explain the risk factors, testing methods, and early treatment options that can help prevent or delay it from developing into type 2.

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Facebook Live: Diabetes & Cardiovascular Care

Know Diabetes by Heart and TCOYD held a very important and informative Facebook Live with Know Diabetes By Heart ambassadors Jacqueline Alikhaani and Hyvelle Ferguson, who shared their personal stories dealing with diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

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