LIFE & CARE
High blood pressure, also known as HBP or hypertension, is a health condition defined by an increased force of blood flowing through your blood vessels. About 25% of people with Type 1 diabetes and 80% of people with Type 2 diabetes have high blood pressure, which means that diabetes and hypertension are associated. People living […]
The hemoglobin A1C test is a common test requested by your physician 2 to 4 times a year. It tells your physician if your diabetes is under control or not A1C readings reflect the status of your diabetes in the past 3 months If your A1C value is below 7 % then this means that […]
Monitoring your blood glucose plays a major role in your diabetes management. It’s one of the best ways to keep track of how well your diabetes care plan is working. By checking regularly, the level of glucose in your blood you can figure out what happens to your blood glucose level when you eat certain […]
Hajj is one of the five pillars of Islam and is obligatory for all adult Muslims who can afford the journey and are in good health. There are several points to consider for Hajj and Diabetes. Hajj entails a marked increase in your usual physical activity which may affect your blood sugar readings and put […]