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Posts Tagged post-meal blood sugar spikes

Inhaled Insulin: If You’re Too High, Take a Hit of This!

By Steve Edelman, MD on September 14, 2020   /   A Dose of Dr. E, Afrezza, Inhaled Insulin, Insulin, Video   /   28 Comments

Inhaled insulin has been around for years, but in many ways it still feels like the new kid on the block. Dr. Edelman and Dr. Pettus answer the most common questions about Afrezza, and they offer tips on when and how to use it.

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Strike the Spike: Controlling Blood Sugars After Eating

By Gary Scheiner, MS, CDE on October 15, 2019   /   Blood Sugar Control, Diabetes Management, Type 1, Type 2, Type 2 Glucose Control   /   84 Comments
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It’s normal for blood sugar to rise after eating, but if the spike is too high it can affect your mood in the moment and contribute to health problems down the road. Here are a few strategies to keep it under control.

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