Diabetes Care
If you’re looking for advice and information on living well with diabetes, then you’ve come to the right place. Our diabetes blog is packed with helpful posts from experts in the diabetes field. Here, you’ll find tips on managing your diabetes and that of your lovely pets, staying healthy, and living a full life. Plus, we’ll keep you up-to-date on the latest diabetes news and research. So whether you’re just starting out on your diabetes journey or have been living with diabetes for years, the ADW Diabetes blog has something for everyone.
Diabetes Articles for Adults & Children
Our diabetes blog provides tips, insights, and expert views on diabetes management, health & wellness, diet & nutrition tips, and reviews of diabetes supplies, so you can make the most informed decisions for your diabetes care. This section is geared towards helping people of all ages learn how to manage their diabetes, live a healthier lifestyle, and avoid some of the common diabetes complications. The articles are well researched and offer practical information that can be used in everyday life so you can age gracefully with or without diabetes.
Whether you are looking for tips on how to control your blood sugar levels or information on the latest diabetes treatments, this diabetes blog section has something for everyone. Our goal is to provide you with the resources and support you need to live your best life with diabetes. Be sure to check back often for new articles.
Extreme Summer Heat & Diabetes
Extreme summer heat affects everyone, but it is more threatening when you have a chronic illness including diabetes. "People with diabetes feel the heat more [...]
Type 2 Diabetes: Tips & Tricks
Coping with type 2 diabetes may cause frustration, but once you learn the "how's and why's", you may be surprised at how well you can [...]
Be Mindful About Diabetes – Focus on Mental Health
June is Brain Health Awareness month and a great time to start focusing on helping your brain develop better habits. You can keep your sharpness, [...]
Obesity and Diabetes: Today’s Basic Challenges
Obesity is one of the biggest health problems in the world with over 90 contributing factors. There is no single solution to prevent obesity. In [...]
New Year, New Diabetes Questions
It's a new year and hopefully you are actively setting up new and realistic goals concerning your diabetes. Diabetes self-management can be challenging, but it [...]
Your Blood Sugar Readings: Be a Detective!
It is easy to understand why your blood sugars spike high after eating 2 or 3 sugar coated donuts when you have diabetes. Too much [...]
AlphaTrak Glucometer
AlphaTRAK is the diabetes glucose monitor used in most veterinary clinics. AlphaTRAK was determined to provide statistically equivalent blood glucose results compared to the results obtained through Antech Diagnostic Laboratory (a large, national, quality veterinary diagnostic laboratory).
Greenies Treats
Greenies treats are widely used in the veterinary community. Greenies products give pet owners the enjoyment of treating our dogs and cats with a treat [...]
Accubase A1C Test Kit
The AccuBase A1C Test Kit is a non-fasting method to check for abnormal homoglobins. The test reports an A1C answer and calculates average Glucose in [...]
Pet Diabetes & Pet Care
ADW Diabetes is committed to helping you care for your diabetes-affected pets. This blog section provides articles about pet health, pet grooming, pet dental needs, and more. By taking care of your pets, with or without diabetes, you are helping them lead healthier and happier lives and also ensuring that your own health is not at risk. We also review a wide range of products specifically designed to help you care for your pets.
Learn from pet owners like you and get expert tips on pet diabetes care. From food and nutrition to exercise and grooming, get the information you need to help your pet live a long and healthy life. We’re here to walk every step of the way with you and your pet. If you have any questions about the content on our diabetes blog or would like to suggest a topic for us to write about, please contact us. We would love to hear from you.
Summertime Heat And Pets
Oh boy is it hot outside! You know you live in South Florida when you can break a sweat and your sunglasses fog up while going from your house to your car. Even my receptionist at my vet clinic commented on the heat the other day.
July 4th Can Be Scary For Pets
I’ve always enjoyed the 4th of July. There’s nothing quite like a big firework display. The resounding ka-booms, the glorious colors, the crowds. They are great fun for people, but pets can find them downright scary. There are many ways to help your beloved pet get through the noise and bright lights of the holiday.
Thoughts on Checking Your Pet’s Blood Glucose
It never ceases to amaze me the love and care some folks take with regulating a diabetic pet. It gives me great joy when clients check their pet's blood glucose - whether before giving an insulin injection OR running a blood glucose curve OR even if it is when something doesn't seem quite right.