Preparing for a fasting plasma glucose (FPG) test can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re not used to skipping breakfast or adjusting your routine. However, understanding how to get ready ...
C. Ronald Kahn, M.D. President and Director, Joslin Diabetes Center What is the A1c blood test? The hemoglobin A1C test is a measure of what we call long term glucose control. The way this works ...
How often should you test your glucose and A1C? How do food, sleep and exercise affect blood sugar? Here’s what to know. Credit...Illustration by Andrei Cojocaru; Photos by Getty Supported by By ...
November is National Diabetes Month, a time when communities across the country seek to bring attention to diabetes. National Diabetes Month offers an opportunity to spotlight this critical public ...
Oct. 31, 2024 — Children who experienced sugar restrictions during their first 1,000 days after conception had up to 35% lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes and as much as 20% less risk of ...