It’s not unusual to crave a cold glass of water on a hot summer day or after you’ve eaten something particularly spicy. But there are multiple reasons why you may suddenly find yourself thirsty and some are more serious than others.
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The Top 10 Worst Foods If You Have Diabetes
What you eat (and don’t eat) can have a dramatic impact on your diabetes. Here are the worst and best foods for you.
Why You Need to Control Your Blood Sugar to Avoid Diabetic Neuropathy
If your blood sugar is too high or difficult to control, you are more susceptible to nerve damage. Get the facts from a Cleveland Clinic expert on how to avoid this debilitating pain or find the relief you need.
8 Possible Causes for That Metallic Taste in Your Mouth
Does your mouth have the taste of old pennies? The condition is more common than you might think. Find out what might be giving your mouth a metallic taste.
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6 Best Fixes for Pain and Swelling in Your Feet and Ankles
Feet and ankle swelling is a common issue that you can often handle effectively without your doctor’s help. Here are six ways to reduce swelling and pain at home.
Know Someone Who Has Diabetes? Learn to Recognize the Signs of Insulin Shock
Severe hyperglycemia can cause someone to become confused, weak or even unconscious. Here’s how to help them in an emergency situation.
Does Your Cut Need Stitches? Find Out How to Tell
Get tips on how to tell whether a cut or wound requires a visit to the ER or urgent care center. And find out how to prepare for an ER visit.
My Diabetes Is Controlled — But Why Am I Gaining Weight?
If you need insulin therapy to control your diabetes, one unfortunate side effect is weight gain. Try these practical tips as you work with your doctor to correct this problem.
Here’s Why You Should Be Working With a Formal Diabetes Education Program
If you have diabetes, you don’t have to go it alone. And actually, you shouldn’t. Our expert explains why you should consider a diabetes self-management program.
Have Diabetes? 5 Tips for Healthier Feet
If you have diabetes, you know how easy it is to injure your feet — without even realizing it.
