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11/26/2025

Tips for managing your diabetes during Thanksgiving.

Ask A Diabetes Expert 🩺Q: What are the current recommendations for diagnosing and managing gestational diabetes?Gestatio...
11/25/2025

Ask A Diabetes Expert 🩺
Q: What are the current recommendations for diagnosing and managing gestational diabetes?
Gestational diabetes can develop during pregnancy when blood glucose (sugar) levels become higher than normal. The good news is — with early testing and the right care, both mom and baby can stay healthy! 🌸
💡 Key recommendations:
👩‍⚕️ Screening is usually done between 24–28 weeks of pregnancy.
🥗 A healthy diet, regular activity, and blood glucose (sugar) monitoring are key.
💊 Some women may need insulin or other medicines if glucose levels remain high.
🫶 Regular follow-up after delivery helps reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes later.
Every step you take toward balanced blood glucose (sugar) supports a healthier pregnancy and baby. 💕

✨ It’s time for expert advice — and let’s learn together!
11/24/2025

✨ It’s time for expert advice — and let’s learn together!

🩵 Ask A Diabetes Expert 📘 Another great question! Let’s see what our expert has to share today.
11/21/2025

🩵 Ask A Diabetes Expert
📘 Another great question! Let’s see what our expert has to share today.

🍏 Key recommendations for planning meals for people with type 2 diabetes.👩‍⚕️ Our expert explains it best — let’s take a...
11/20/2025

🍏 Key recommendations for planning meals for people with type 2 diabetes.

👩‍⚕️ Our expert explains it best — let’s take a look!

👣💙 Take Care of Your Feet People with diabetes are more likely to develop foot problems, but daily care can help prevent...
11/19/2025

👣💙 Take Care of Your Feet
People with diabetes are more likely to develop foot problems, but daily care can help prevent serious complications. 🌿

Here are some simple tips to protect your feet:
🧼 1. Check your feet every day
Look for cuts, blisters, redness, or swelling. Use a mirror or ask someone to help.
🧦 2. Keep your feet clean and dry
Wash gently with warm water and mild soap — dry well, especially between toes.
👟 3. Wear comfortable shoes and clean socks
Avoid tight shoes and always wear socks to prevent blisters or sores.
💅 4. Trim nails carefully
Cut straight across and file the edges — or ask a podiatrist for help if needed.
🚭 5. Don’t smoke
Smoking reduces blood flow to your feet and slows healing.
🩺 6. See your healthcare provider
Get your feet checked at every clinic visit — even small problems matter!

Every step counts when it comes to your health. 💙

🔍 Curious to know what our expert recommends? Let’s find out!Foot ulcers are one of the most serious complications of di...
11/19/2025

🔍 Curious to know what our expert recommends? Let’s find out!
Foot ulcers are one of the most serious complications of diabetes — but the good news is that they can heal with proper care! 💙

Today’s Ask A Diabetes Expert question is:🩺 What is the relationship between diabetes and heart failure? ❤️‍🩹💙 Let’s see...
11/18/2025

Today’s Ask A Diabetes Expert question is:
🩺 What is the relationship between diabetes and heart failure? ❤️‍🩹
💙 Let’s see what our expert has to say! 👩‍⚕️✨
💡 The good news?
Lowering blood glucose (sugar), managing blood pressure, and maintaining a healthy weight can help protect your heart and reduce your risk of heart failure. ❤️
🌐 Learn more about diabetes management at: DiabetesDEFA.org

💙 🩺 Ask A Diabetes ExpertQ: What is the latest guidance on managing blood pressure in people with diabetes?
11/17/2025

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🩺 Ask A Diabetes Expert
Q: What is the latest guidance on managing blood pressure in people with diabetes?

💙 November 14 — World Diabetes Day 🌍Let’s 🤝 unite for a world aware of diabetes.Together, we can recognize, prevent, and...
11/14/2025

💙 November 14 — World Diabetes Day 🌍
Let’s 🤝 unite for a world aware of diabetes.
Together, we can recognize, prevent, and manage diabetes through 📚 education and 🍏🏃‍♂️healthy living.

🔗 Learn more and access free diabetes education resources at: DiabetesDEFA.org

💙 Diabetes Awareness Month! 🌍❓ 'Ask A Diabetes Expert' is your space to get reliable, clear and simple answers — directl...
11/13/2025

💙 Diabetes Awareness Month! 🌍
❓ 'Ask A Diabetes Expert' is your space to get reliable, clear and simple answers — directly from diabetes educators and healthcare professionals.

🗓️ Throughout November, we’ll feature your top questions and expert insights on our page.
📩 Drop your questions in the comments or send us a DM!
🌍Together, we can make diabetes education accessible to all. 🌿

🔗 Access free educational material and resources at: DiabetesDEFA.org

💙 Diabetes Awareness Month! 🌍Have a question about diabetes but not sure where to start?DEFA's healthcare experts are he...
11/12/2025

💙 Diabetes Awareness Month! 🌍
Have a question about diabetes but not sure where to start?
DEFA's healthcare experts are here to help!
❓ 'Ask A Diabetes Expert' is your space to get reliable, clear and simple answers — directly from diabetes educators and healthcare professionals.

🗓️ Throughout November, we’ll feature your top questions and expert insights on our page.
📩 Drop your questions in the comments or send us a DM!
🌍Together, we can make diabetes education accessible to all. 🌿

🔗 Access free educational material and resources at: DiabetesDEFA.org

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