Beating Diabetes Updates Blog

Welcome to the Beating Diabetes Updates Blog. This page lists new and updated diabetes education pages from Beating Diabetes, including blood sugar guides, HbA1c explanations, diabetes medication safety notes, diabetes complications, diet tips, calculators, and patient Q&A answers from Dr. Albana Greca.

Sep 03, 2026

Diabetes Urine Test Results: Glucose, Ketones & Albumin

Learn what glucose, ketones, albumin, blood, leukocytes, nitrites, pH and specific gravity in urine may mean for diabetes and when to seek urgent care.

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Aug 09, 2026

Diabetic Nephropathy: Symptoms, UACR, eGFR & Treatment

Learn how diabetic nephropathy affects the kidneys, how UACR and eGFR detect diabetic kidney disease, and which treatments help slow CKD progression.

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Aug 09, 2026

Diabetes Skin Care: 8 Tips to Prevent Dryness and Infection

Use these eight diabetes skin care tips to prevent dryness, cracks and infections, care for minor cuts, protect your feet and recognize urgent warning signs.

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Aug 06, 2026

Type 2 diabetes with blurry vision

Question from Mary: I have type 2 diabetes and I do not take medication for it at this point. Initially, I was fine monitoring my sugar levels. Now my

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Aug 06, 2026

Why does blood sugar level go up after exercise?

Why Does Blood Sugar Go Up After Exercise? Question: Why does blood sugar level go up after exercise? Quick Answer Blood sugar can sometimes

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Aug 05, 2026

Diabetes Guidelines from ADA how to understand them.

QUESTION: I have had type 2 diabetes for eight years and use metformin and insulin. I keep hearing about new ADA and EASD guidelines, but I do not understand

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Jul 26, 2026

Coffee and Diabetes: Blood Sugar, Caffeine & Decaf

Learn how coffee and caffeine may affect blood sugar in type 1 and type 2 diabetes, whether decaf is better, safe limits, and what to add to your cup.

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Jul 19, 2026

Diabetic Nerve Pain: Symptoms, Treatment & Foot Safety

Learn how diabetic nerve pain feels, how doctors diagnose it, which treatments may help, and when foot symptoms need urgent medical care.

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Jul 16, 2026

Fasting Plasma Glucose 159 mg/dL but 2-Hour Blood Sugar 109 mg/dL: Am I Diabetic?

Question: My fasting plasma glucose was 159 mg/dL, but my blood sugar two hours later was 109 mg/dL. Does this mean I have diabetes? Quick Answer:

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Jul 16, 2026

Mood changes - Type 1 Diabetes Side Effect?

QUESTION: What happens when someone diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, suffer from mood changes :sometimes happy, then other times very angry? What happens

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Jul 15, 2026

Blood glucose level of 40mg/dl, what method of treatment is suggested?

Question: Blood glucose level of 40 mg/dL—what method of treatment is suggested? Quick Answer A blood glucose level of 40 mg/dL, or about 2.2 mmol/L,

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Jul 15, 2026

What raises blood glucose level and causes insulin response?

Question: What raises blood glucose, and what causes the pancreas to release insulin? Quick Answer Blood glucose rises mainly from carbohydrate absorbed

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Jul 12, 2026

Can I Prevent Gestational Diabetes Again in This Pregnancy?

Question: Is there a way to prevent gestational diabetes from coming back in this pregnancy? Quick Answer There is no guaranteed way to prevent gestational

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Jul 10, 2026

Aygestin and Mirena effect and Diabetes Podiatrist?

Learn whether Aygestin and Mirena may affect blood sugar or HbA1c, and when people with diabetes should see a podiatrist for foot care.

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Jul 10, 2026

Endocrine Hormones,Thyroid and Asthma Problems related to Diabetes

Learn how thyroid disease, endocrine hormones, insulin, the pancreas, and childhood asthma may relate to diabetes and blood sugar control.

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Jul 08, 2026

Does reducing blood level sugar reduce foot swelling in diabetics?

Answered by Dr. Albana Greca Hi there, Better blood sugar control is very important for people with diabetes, but lowering blood sugar one time usually

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Jul 07, 2026

Oral Glucose Tolerance Test: OGTT Results & Normal Range

Learn what an oral glucose tolerance test is, how OGTT results are interpreted, and what normal, prediabetes, diabetes, and pregnancy results may mean.

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Jul 05, 2026

Actos Side Effects: Pioglitazone Warnings, Edema & Heart Failure Risk

Learn Actos side effects, including swelling, weight gain, heart failure warning, bladder cancer risk, low blood sugar, liver symptoms, fractures, and when to call your doctor.

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Jul 01, 2026

Blood Sugar Below 54 mg/dL / 3.0 mmol/L: Severe Hypoglycemia

Blood sugar below 54 mg/dL, or 3.0 mmol/L, is dangerously low. Learn severe hypoglycemia symptoms, emergency steps, causes, prevention, and when to call a doctor.

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Jun 30, 2026

Is My Blood Sugar Normal? Fasting, After-Meal & A1C Ranges

Wondering if your blood sugar is normal? Learn fasting, after-meal, A1C, mg/dL and mmol/L ranges explained in a clear patient-friendly way.

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Jun 19, 2026

Why Is My Blood Sugar High in the Morning? Dawn Phenomenon & Causes

Waking up with high blood sugar can happen because of dawn phenomenon, late meals, poor sleep, stress, medication timing, or insulin changes. Learn what morning glucose means and when to call your doctor.

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Jun 15, 2026

Good Blood Sugar Levels: Fasting, After Meals & A1C

Learn common blood sugar targets for fasting, after meals, and A1C, including mg/dL and mmol/L values. Dr. Albana Greca explains what good blood sugar levels may mean, when to call your doctor, and why personal targets can differ.

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May 14, 2026

Glycemic Index Chart: GI Values, Foods & Diabetes Guide

Use this glycemic index chart to compare low-, medium-, and high-GI foods, understand glycemic load, and make safer food choices for diabetes.

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Mar 24, 2026

Best Diabetes Diet: Foods, Plate Method and Meal Plan

Discover the best diabetes diet for stable blood sugar, including the plate method, higher-fiber carbohydrates, foods to eat, foods to limit, portions, and sample meals.

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Feb 17, 2026

Fenugreek for Diabetes: Benefits, Blood Sugar Evidence & Safety

Discover what research says about fenugreek for diabetes. Learn whether it may help lower blood sugar, its possible benefits, side effects, dosage, interactions, and safe use with diabetes medications.

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Medical Disclaimer

This page is for educational purposes only and does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Always speak with your doctor or qualified healthcare provider before changing your diabetes medication, diet, supplement use, or treatment plan.