Diabetes Medical ID
Even if your diabetes is under control, having this disease is a serious condition and, therefore, should be treated that way. Thats why it is important to have some form of diabetes medical ID on you at all times.
In the old days, the only real options were the standard silver bracelets. But now things have changed. Fashion has taken over and given the diabetic a wide range of assortment to choose from. While you can still opt for the traditional versions, you also have the opportunity to go with something a little more stylish.
While the intended purpose is still to inform those around them of their condition, in the event that they are not able to do so, it doesn't mean that you have to give up flair and design in the process. The truth is that many of the newer designs are so attuned to fashion that they hardly resemble a medical ID device. That is exactly what some people want: function, without being blatantly obvious.
You can go with a simple necklace or, for those who wish to blend in more, they can try a colorful bracelet. From the use of different materials, to the varying styles, the choices for bracelets are quite extensive.
If you like leather, you have leather bracelets that snap together or braided designs with beads that tie into place. Other leather models resemble small belts with a buckle. Even different colors of leather are available.
Bracelets also come in band form or chain design. The band options are numerous and chain models can be found in a necklace design or something small and dainty for the ladies.
Whichever style you go with, the most important factor is to make sure that you have some kind of identification for your disease on you at all times.
More Articles
With its slightly nutty flavor, chewy texture, and nutritional punch farro is an ancient whole grain worth a place in our pantry.
Farro...
Having diabetes is cause for concern, however it doesn’t mean that you need to eliminate all of your favorite foods from your diet completely....
With diabetes becoming more of an epidemic each and every day, being knowledgeable about the disease, its effects on the body as well as ways to...
If you’re a diabetic or live with one, it can be tough trying to figure out the best foods to eat because your priority is to control your blood...
In this post, I will show you the 10 best ice creams for diabetics.
When you think of sweetened foods that a diabetic shouldn’t consume,...
More Articles
If you’re living with diabetes, snacking is a necessity because going for more than 3-4 hours without eating can be detrimental to your health....
For diabetics, choosing healthy snacks can be a daunting task.
A good rule of thumb is to pick out snacks that are rich in protein, fiber,...
According to information available through the National Institutes of Health, there’s an estimated 462 million people in the world who are...
Eleven Clinical Studies
After eleven clinical studies and 300,000 participants, researcher Vasanti Malik and her team of researchers...
Diabetic women often have a harder time losing weight than non-diabetic women. A study funded by Jenny Craig proved that diabetic women have an...
Many recent studies have proved that magnesium levels are lower in patients with diabetes than in non-diabetics. This magnesium...
Fluid retention, also known as edema, is a problem that affects many diabetics, especially those with type 2 diabetes...
Some of us might be thrilled if we could manage our blood sugar by sitting in a hot tub or sauna, instead of working up a sweat biking, or using...
Cooking and baking with the ancient cereal grain sorghum has health benefits for people with diabetes, and those with weight control issues....
When it comes to certain foods, there are always questions as to whether or not a diabetic can have them without...
Matcha tea is a rich, creamy, full-bodied beverage with amazing nutritional properties that address several diabetes health concerns.
The...
Salads are good example of foods that type 2 diabetics can enjoy with relatively low guilt. With the right greens and other elements added, salad...
Remaining gainfully employed is important to many people. Those who live with any form of diabetes may find that some lines of work are more...
Learning that you have diabetes does mean making some lifestyle changes. One of the areas that needs attention is your diet. Most people find that...
One of the more challenging aspects of life as a type 2 diabetic is managing your diet. There’s often the temptation to avoid certain foods...