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eFit for Individuals & Caregivers: Diabetes
Diabetes occurs when blood glucose, also called blood sugar, are too high. The body manufactures a hormone called insulin that helps use this sugar for energy. Diabetes keeps the body from producing insulin or affects how the body uses insulin. If left untreated, diabetes can lead to heart disease, kidney disease, vision loss, loss of erection (impotence) and nerve damage (loss of feeling). Type 2 diabetes is the most common for older adults and occurs if the body makes too much insulin or doesn’t use insulin well.
“ABATE” the stress: understanding the stress response ( Diabetes Canada ):
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7 Videos For People with Diabetes ( Diabetes Canada ):
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Are you at risk? ( Diabetes Canada ):
Questionnaire
Basic meal planning ( Diabetes Canada ):
Handout
Diabetes and Older Adults ( Hormone Health Network ):
Website
Inequalities in Diabetes in Canada ( Public Health Agency of Canada ):
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Lows and highs of blood sugar ( Diabetes Canada ):
Handout
Managing your blood sugar ( Diabetes Canada ):
Handout
Patient education: Diabetic kidney disease (Beyond the Basics) ( UpToDate ):
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Physical activity (Diabetes) ( Diabetes Canada ):
Handout
Resources for People with Diabetes ( Diabetes Canada ):
Website
Steps to Stress Management ( Diabetes Canada ):
Infographic
Supports and Services for People with Diabetes: Diabetes Resource Manual ( Diabetes Canada ):
Website
The Diabetes Canada Risk Questionnaire ( Diabetes Canada ):
Questionnaire
The glycemic index (GI) ( Diabetes Canada ):
Handout