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Are You Diabetic? Learn How to protect your eye sight
(ARA) – For people with diabetes, proper nutrition can have a far-reaching effect on their health and wellness. It is important to note that problems with blood glucose and blood pressure from diabetes can damage the eye. Two national health associations, the American Dietetic Association (ADA) and the American Optometric Association (AOA), are collaborating to increase the public’s awareness about the importance of optometrists and registered dietitians as part of the health care team.
I don’t have to prick my finger to check my blood glucose (blood sugar) levels?
We’ve all seen those commercials proclaiming you no longer have to prick your finger to check your blood glucose. However, what the commercials are suggesting is not exactly true because there is still a needle involved. Only you have the option of testing your blood glucose using a site other than the finger tips. The medical term “alternate site testing”, refers to checking blood glucose levels using a sample of blood from the palm, forearm, upper arm, thighs, and even the calf.