When your blood glucose level falls below average levels, the consequence is hypoglycemia or abnormally low blood sugar. The typical cause of this condition is either an overabundance of insulin or an inadequate diet. But, hypoglycemia can also be triggered in diabetics by a delay in eating a meal or as a result of over-stressing the body from too much exercise. Many people refer to hypoglycemia as “insulin shock” because of the (more…)

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Diabetes puts you at risk for cardiovascular complications which, can then put you at risk for heart attacks, cardiac arrest and strokes. These are serious complications that can strike without warning. They require immediate emergency medical treatment.

What do you need to know about the warning signs of heart attack, cardiac arrest and stroke?

If you have diabetes, be aware of the risks of these complications. (more…)

Tags: Arrest, Attacks, Cardiac, Heart, know, Signs, Strokes, Warning