A1C is a blood test for type 2 diabetes and prediabetes. It measures your average blood glucose, or blood sugar, levels over the past 3 months. Learn more. READ MORE
Your body processes the food you eat into glucose. Your blood carries glucose (blood sugar) to all of your body's cells to use for energy. Learn more. READ MORE
Diabetes is a chronic health condition in which your blood glucose levels are too high. There is no cure, but diet, exercise, medications, and weight control can help. READ MORE
Some women already have diabetes before they get pregnant. When the disease develops during pregnancy, it is called gestational diabetes. It can be managed. READ MORE
Diabetes affects body functions. Complications include skin problems, digestive problems, sexual dysfunction, and problems with your teeth and gums. READ MORE
If the pancreas doesn't make needed insulin, causing blood sugar levels to be too high you have type 1 or juvenile diabetes. Learn the signs. READ MORE
If you have diabetes, healthy eating helps keep your blood sugar in your target range. Learn how you can still have great tasting food with diabetes. READ MORE
Diabetic eye problems such as diabetic retinopathy can harm your vision and sometimes cause blindness. It is important to manage your diabetes and get regular eye exams. READ MORE
Over time, high blood sugar from diabetes can damage your nerves or blood vessels. This can lead to foot problems. Know how to care for diabetic feet. READ MORE