Diabetes Management

Diabetes affects your body's ability to either produce or properly use insulin and is categorized as Type 1, Type 2, or gestational. 

• A lifelong condition, Type 1 diabetes occurs when the body has difficulty producing insulin and can’t convert sugar to energy. This type is an autoimmune condition requiring lifelong insulin therapy paired with an individualized lifestyle approach 
• Type 2 diabetes typically occurs in adulthood and increases the body’s resistance to insulin. Often linked to lifestyle factors, this form can be managed through diet, exercise, and medication. 
• Gestational diabetes occurs during pregnancy and usually ends afterwards, however women with gestational diabetes are at an increased risk for developing Type 2 diabetes.

Diabetes is diagnosed by testing the level of glucose found in your blood. Three tests can measure your blood glucose level. 

• For a fasting blood glucose test, you will not eat or drink anything except water for at least eight hours before the test. Since food impacts your blood sugar level, this test enables your doctor to determine your baseline blood sugar level. 
• A random blood glucose test can be taken at any time, regardless of whether you have recently had food or drink. 
• An A1c test provides the average blood glucose level over a period of months.

Depending on which type of diabetes you have, our team will help you learn to manage your condition. Your specific plan may include: 

• Continuous glucose monitoring 
• Medication and insulin therapy 
• Personalized nutrition counseling 
• Mindful movement and exercise strategies 
• Stress management techniques