Diabetes Basics

Lipohypertrophy – Injections and Lumpy Skin
by diabetes.co.uk
Lipohypertrophy can be unpleasant for you from an aesthetic perspective and it can also affect the rate at which insulin is absorbed so can also lead to erratic blood glucose results.

Somogyi Effect and Dawn Phenomenon
by webmd.com
For people who have diabetes, the Somogyi effect and the dawn phenomenon both cause higher blood sugar levels in the morning. The dawn phenomenon happens naturally, but the Somogyi effect usually happens because of problems with your diabetes management routine.

Diabetes Eye Problems
By Paul Wynn for diabetesselfanagement.com
The eyes are not only our window to the world, but are the window into diabetes. Early signs of diabetes can sometimes be identified through the eyes. Abnormally high or low levels of blood sugar can cause changes in the shape of the eye lens, and this can impair your ability to focus and see clearly.

Too Much Added Sugar Is Linked to Inflammation
By healthline.com
Several animal studies have shown that a diet high in added sugar leads to obesity, insulin resistance, increased gut permeability and low-grade inflammation.