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Diabetes and Depression: How to Manage Mental Health Conditions

For people with type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, or gestational diabetes, keeping up with the symptoms and complications of this disease can be exhausting. However, the impact diabetes can ...

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Diabetes and Depression: How to Manage Mental Health Conditions

Both diabetes and depression can be difficult conditions to manage – and that’s especially true when you’re dealing with both at the same time. Get advice on how to cope from US MED. 

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Diabetes and Sick Days: What Should I Do?

Many aspects of everyday life are more difficult when you’re managing diabetes, and that includes taking care of…

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Can Stress Raise Blood Sugar? | A Guide to Managing Stress and Diabetes

If you suspect stress may be affecting your ability to manage your diabetes, you’re not alone. Medical professionals…

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The Link Between Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease: What You Need to Know

Maintaining optimal cardiovascular health is paramount for individuals navigating life with diabetes. It’s a reality that those managing…

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How to Care for Diabetes: A Guide for Families and Caregivers

Navigating the journey of diabetes care can be complex, but with the right knowledge and support, managing diabetes…

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The Future of Diabetes Management: Why CGM and GLP-1s are a Symbiotic Pair

As a leader in the diabetes supplies industry, I have a front-row seat to the evolving landscape of care….

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Best Blood Glucose Meters for 2024 | A Curated Guide

For people with diabetes, blood glucose meters aren’t just helpful—these devices are an essential component of any worthwhile…

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Different Types of CGM: A Complete Guide

What is the Best Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) for Your Diabetic Needs? It’s a fact of life –…

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Dexcom G7 Compatibility with Tandem t:slim X2: What You Need to Know | US MED

In early 2023, Dexcom began offering the Dexcom G7 Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) System to U.S. residents with…

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Diabetes and Dental Health: How to Protect Your Smile and Prevent Complications

Diabetes and Dental Health: How to Protect Your Smile and Prevent Complications Diabetes management can undoubtedly be stressful,…

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The Role of Technology in Diabetes Management: From Apps to Continuous Glucose Monitors

Since its discovery in 1921, insulin has played a central role in treating type 1 (and, in some…

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Diabetes and Family Support: Navigating the Impact and Outcome Together

Living with diabetes presents its challenges, and as a family member or caretaker, your support is crucial. Diabetes…

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Recipes

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Grilled Cajun Salmon

This Gilled Cajun Salmon recipe is full of flavor and spice. It’s easy to cook on the grill and easy on your glucose levels.

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Tortillas-less Grilled Flank Steak Fajitas

These low-carb fajitas are a healthy and delicious meal with minimal prep. This recipe is sure to be a new favorite

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Baba Ghanoush

Baba Ghanoush

This Baba Ganoush, Middle Eastern eggplant dip, recipe makes for a great healthy low-carb and Keto snack!

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Peach and Banana Cobbler

Sugar-Free Peach and Banana Cobbler

A delicious sugar-free version of peach and banana cobbler that is perfect for any occasion. Enjoy this tasty summertime treat!

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Shrimp Ceviche

Light and refreshing, this Shrimp Ceviche is perfect for any occasion, especially now for the summer months.

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Pork Stroganoff

This Pork Stroganoff recipe is a great diabetes-friendly version of the beloved comfort food. With smart swaps for lower carbs and calories, this recipe still retains it’s delicious flavor.

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Mediterranean Breakfast Sandwich

Mediterranean Breakfast Sandwiches

With 13g of protein and 7 ingredients, this Mediterranean Breakfast Sandwich recipe makes it easy to achieve a healthy start to your day.

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Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

With only five ingredients this gluten-free peanut butter chocolate chip cookie recipe is not only delicious, but also easy to  make.

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Chickpea Spinach Stew

Hearty Chickpea & Spinach Stew

Warm yourself up with this hearty chickpea & spinach stew recipe. With 32g per serving its flavorful and nutritious.

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Low-Carb Blueberry English Muffin Bread Loaf

Low-Carb Blueberry English Muffin Bread Loaf

With only 118 calories per serving, this recipe Low-Carb Blueberry English Muffin Bread Loaf ensures that your mornings start with delicious yet healthy  treat.

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Avocado Hummus

Avocado Hummus

With the addition of avocado to this hummus recipe, you can get the perfect twist on a classic and it only has 149 calories per serving. Perfect for a party appetizer or a healthy snack!

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Raspberry Fig Linzer Cookies

Raspberry-Fig Linzer Cookies

A low-calorie, low-fat cookie recipe that is perfect for the holidays. These Raspberry-Fig Linzer Cookies are sure to make your day brighter.

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Diet & Fitness

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The Link Between Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease: What You Need to Know

Maintaining optimal cardiovascular health is paramount for individuals navigating life with diabetes. It’s a reality that those managing…

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Diabetes and Dental Health: How to Protect Your Smile and Prevent Complications

Diabetes and Dental Health: How to Protect Your Smile and Prevent Complications Diabetes management can undoubtedly be stressful,…

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Intermittent Fasting and Diabetes: Potential Benefits and Consideration

In this article we take a closer look at Intermittent Fasting and share with you the risks and benefits.

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Is There a Link Between Diabetes and Stress?

Are you interested in improving your diabetes management strategy by taking steps to deal with the physical and mental side effects of stress? If so, keep reading for a comprehensive overview of the link between diabetes and stress.

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Mushrooms and Diabetes: How Can Mushrooms Help with Blood Sugar Levels?

Learn more with US MED’s guide to adding mushrooms to your diabetes diet and discover how this food can help keep your blood sugar in check. 

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Staying Active with Diabetes: How Yoga for Diabetes Can Help

Following a yoga regimen could help you deal with the stress related to diabetes management. If you have type 2/type 1 diabetes and yoga sounds like something you might enjoy, keep reading for the information you need on starting a yoga routine.

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The Top 20 Best Foods For Diabetes Control

Sick of always being told what NOT to eat? Well, there are foods out there that can help regulate blood sugar so consider this list in the DO category. Here we share the top-20 foods good for the diabetes diet.

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Pre-existing Diabetes and Pregnancy

Have you been looking for information on pregnancy and diabetes? If so, there’s a good chance you’re already…

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What Body Shape Says About Health | Diet & Fitness

Learn all about different body shapes and what each shape might reveal about your health and well-being.

Product Information

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The Future of Diabetes Management: Why CGM and GLP-1s are a Symbiotic Pair

As a leader in the diabetes supplies industry, I have a front-row seat to the evolving landscape of care….

best-blood-glucose-meter

Best Blood Glucose Meters for 2024 | A Curated Guide

For people with diabetes, blood glucose meters aren’t just helpful—these devices are an essential component of any worthwhile…

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Different Types of CGM: A Complete Guide

What is the Best Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) for Your Diabetic Needs? It’s a fact of life –…

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Dexcom G7 Compatibility with Tandem t:slim X2: What You Need to Know | US MED

In early 2023, Dexcom began offering the Dexcom G7 Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) System to U.S. residents with…

Diabetes Supplies Online

The Role of Technology in Diabetes Management: From Apps to Continuous Glucose Monitors

Since its discovery in 1921, insulin has played a central role in treating type 1 (and, in some…

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Main Differences Between the Freestyle Libre 3 vs 2

Learn the key distinctions between Abbott’s latest continuous glucose monitoring systems in this guide with US MED.

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What Is a Closed-Loop System?

Learn all about closed-loop diabetes management solutions, combining the use of a CGM and insulin pump, in this guide from US MED.

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Medicare Benefits: Does Medicare Cover Diabetes Supplies | US MED

Are you wondering if Medicare will cover your purchase from US MED? Find out more about Medicare coverage and our wide selection of diabetes supplies.

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Dexcom G7 Release Date, Features & Cost Insights

Are you interested in learning more about the Dexcom G7 and what distinguishes it from other CGMs available today? If so, you’re in luck. Take a look at our complete overview of this exciting new product!