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Cold + Flu information The common cold and flu has an enormous impact on our social and economic lives. How can you tell if you're suffering from a cold or the flu? Listen in with Rexall family pharmacist Tracey Phillips as she educates listeners on the pesky cold and flu. _{cold and flu, rexall, health, wellness, podcast, news, source, pharma plus, pharmacy, tracey phillips, pharmacist, cough, cold, flu, treatment, tips, prevention, medicine, sick, virus, myths, avoid, spreading, stuffy nose,}

Sun Care Listen in as Tracey Phillips shares tips and advice on proper sun care in this Rexall health and wellness podcast. _{sun care, rexall, health, wellness, podcast, pharmacy, news, information, tips, deals, offers, tracy phillps, sun, safety, outdoors, heat, winter, season, summer, skin, care, cancer, melanoma, diagnosis, death, uv rays, protection, treatment, prevention,}

Diabetes When it comes to understanding diabetes, it's best to start with the basics. Listen in and learn more about the risk factors involved, the different types of diabetes and other sources of valuable information. _{diabetes, death, risk, factors, treatment, glucose, blood-sugar, pancreas, insulin, hormone, heart, kidney, eye-disease, erectile, dysfunction, nerve, damage, type one, type two, pre-diabetes, juvenile, onset, causes, preventable, adult, borderline, manag}

Medicine Cabinet Cleanup When you're spring cleaning, the best place to start is your medicine cabinet. Even if it isn't spring, it's good to have a well organized cabinet with essentials and up-to-date medication. _{rexall, pharma plus, pharmacy, advice, heart, health, stroke, men, women, seniors, teens, kids, life, family, travel, medicine, cabinet, clean, up, vacation, organize, spring, safety, radio, tracey phillips, advice, tips, tricks, first, aid, medication, e}

Heart Health Heart attacks are the leading cause of death in Canada. Tune in to hear great advice about risk factors, prevention methods and more with host Tracey Phillips. _{heart health, heart, health, stroke, blood pressure, tips, tricks, heart month, medication, prevention, risk, factors, treatment, life, wellness, tracey phillips, obesity, cholesterol, food, diet}

Preventative measures for stress relief during the holidays How do you avoid getting sick during what is considered by many a stressful time of year? Here are some common sense preventative measures you can relieve stress and keep your odds of illness low from Jamie West & Dr. Angelo Zizzo. _teens

How much is enough? SPF Suncare With the sunshine of summer right around the corner, protecting yourself is critically important. So how high is too high when it comes to SPF? The answer might surprise you as we hear from Dr. Ron Vender with Rexall Radio host Jamie West. _general

Healthy routines for the holiday season With the Holiday Season comes the stress of trying to be in multiple places at once. That can lead to giving up healthy routines we've created for ourselves like regular exercise. Rexall Radio Host Jamie West with Fitness expert Ernie Schraymayr. _general

Protect yourself from the H1N1 virus Lots of new things to consider around the spread of the H1N1 virus and how best to protect yourself. Jamie West speaks here with Dr.Donald Low, Chief Microbiologist at Toront's Mount Sinai Hospital. _general

Tips to deal with Holiday Stress The Holiday season can be very hectic and demands on our time and can leave us feeling drained. Good news is that with some practical tips you can help avoid a lot of holiday stress. Rexall Radio's Jamie West with Clinical Psychologist Dr.Guy Grenier. _general

Holiday season eating tips The Holiday season is a time when many of us over-eat and put on a few extra pounds, but if you follow this advice you can enjoy your favourites without stressing or feeling guilty. Rexall Radio's Jamie West with Helen Van de Mark. _general

Holiday spending tips Holiday spending can be a huge source of stress. How much to spend? Who to buy for? What to buy? Lots of questions, and now some practical advice from Debt and Credit Counselor Nina Lewin in conversation with Rexall Radio’s Jamie West. _general

Salt intake concerns A recent article in the Canadian Medical Association Journal says cutting Canada's dangerously high salt intake is one of our most urgent public health matters. More now from Dr. Kevin Willis of the Canadian Stroke Network with host Jamie West. _diabetes

Limb sparing surgery vs. amputation for cancer patients Limb sparing surgery for cancer patients may not be the best choice compared with amputation according to new research. More now from Rexall Radio Host Jamie West with Dr. Ronald Barr of McMaster University. _ronal

Shingles vaccine There's good news in the form of a new preventive vaccine against a painful condition known as Shingles. If you've ever had chicken pox you need to listen to this chat between Dr.Jefferey Ashley and Rexall Radio Host, Jamie West. _general

Ovarian Cancer Ovarian Cancer is the most fatal gynecologic cancer there is. Each year 2500 women are diagnosed with it in Canada. 1700 will die as we hear in this conversation host Jamie West & Oncologist Dr. Laurie Elit and Ovarian Cancer Patient Helen Martin. _general

Prostate Cancer: Part 1 Prostate Cancer is the number one cancer threat to Canadian men but there are things that men can do to lower their risk as we hear from Rexall Radio Host Jamie West in conversation with Urologist Dr. Bobby Shayegan. _men

Prostate Cancer: Part 2 Prostate Cancer is the number one cancer threat to Canadian men but there are things that men can do to lower their risk as we hear from Rexall Radio Host Jamie West in conversation with Urologist Dr. Bobby Shayegan. _men

Anesthesiologist Interview Did Michael Jackson accidentally kill himself? That question has been raised by Dr.James Erlich a Board Certified Anesthesiologist and Clinical Professor at the University of Colorado. With Rexall Radio Host Jamie West. _rexall

Ear Infections Ear infections can be scary for both parents and kids. In the past, antibiotics were widely used to knock out ear infections but that's changing as we hear from Rexall Radio Host Jamie West with Family Doctor Angelo Zizzo. _general

H1N1 Flu Prevention The arrival of H1N1 flu is a serious concern to everyone around the world. By keeping ourselves informed and using good prevention measures many of us will be able to avoid H1N1. Listen in to Rexall Radio Host Jamie West and Tracey Phillips. _general

Access to cancer drugs The Canadian Cancer Society has released a report about the disparity of access to cancer drugs across Canada. Kidney cancer has been singled out as a disease with major disparities. Jamie West in conversation with Tony Clark of Kidney Cancer Canada. _rexall

Sperm Shortage There appears to be a donated Canadian sperm shortage in this country. Out of 12 million adult men there are only 33 sperm donors while thousands of infertile couples look for help. The answers from Dr. Ed Hughes of One Fertility in Southern Ontario. _general

Eye irritations and infections Eye irritations and infections come from a variety of sources and can be scary especially with children. The treatment is simple and easy and recovery happens fairly quickly. Rexall Pharmacist Hilton Silberg with Rexall Radio Host Jamie West. _general

Breast Cancer: Part 1 Rethink Breast Cancer. It's not just a phrase but an organization that is looking for young women who had breast cancer to bring their stories and ideas forwards as we hear from Rexall Radio Host Jamie West. _general

Breast Cancer: Part 2 Rethink Breast Cancer. It's not just a phrase but an organization that is looking for young women who had breast cancer to bring their stories and ideas forwards as we hear from Rexall Radio Host Jamie West. _general

Infertility Issues Fertility issues are front and center as the Ontario Government appointed Expert Panel on Infertility has released its recommendations. Listen in to Dr. Ed Hughes of One Fertility in conversation with Rexall Radio Host Jamie West. _general

Fresh foods grown in northern climates A recent report suggests that fresh, nutritious foods grown in northern climates can be very good for you. It can also help out the struggling agriculture sector in Canada. More now from Rexall Radio Host Jamie West with David McInnes. _general

Sugar consumption Our American neighbours are eating way too much sugar according to a study out of Texas. The same results can be found in Canada. How much is too much sugar, the answer now from Helen Van De Mark in conversation with Rexall Radio Host Jamie West. _general

Failed conception effects The anxiety and often heartbreak over failed attempts at conception can permanently affect normally loving relationships. Couples need to pay as much attention to their emotions as their bodies. Rexall Radio Host Jamie West with Dr. Guy Grenier. _general

Salt: A BIG health concern Salt: is it the big health concern that we've told it is for decades? The answer now from Rexall Pharmacist Hilton Silberg in conversation with Rexall Radio Host Jamie West _general

Inflamatory Bowl Disease An increasing number of Ontario children are suffering from Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, collectively known as Inflammatory Bowel Disease. The update now from Rexall Radio Host Jamie West with Dr. Eric Benchimol. _general

Improving Quality of Care A new method for improving the quality of care has been shown to significantly reduce hospital-aquired infections and respiratory distress in premature babies in neonatal intensive care units. Rexall Radio Host Jamie West with Dr. Shoo Lee. _general

Breast Feeding Breast-feeding is still considered the best form of nutrition for infants. Recently Rexall Radio Host Jamie West talked about all of the issues around breast feeding with U of T researcher Dr. Aimee Webb. _women

Cigarette Package Study When it comes to cigarette packaging, a new study says the prettier the package, the safer the smokes appear to the buyer. More now from Rexall Radio Host Jamie West in conversation with University of Waterloo researcher David Hammond. _{jamie west}

Birth Control and Contraceptive Technology It's been 40 years since the government legalized birth control for women in Canada. How far have we come in terms of options and contraceptive technology? The answers from Dr. Elyse Lackie of the University of Toronto. _general

Ginger: Health Benefits Ginger is more than just a spice to be used in gingerbread. As we hear from Rexall's Irene Hogan, it has a number of very potent and specific health benefits. _general

The Hormone Diet Lose fat, Gain Strength...Live younger longer. It's all in the new book THE HORMONE DIET...Rexall Radio's Jamie West has the details with author and Naturopathic Dr. Natasha Turner. _general

Financial Stress Relief Normal financial stress is being replaced these days with "recession obsession", causing the number of cases of Generalized Anxiety Disorder to increase. Find out more from Rexall Radio Host Jamie West with Dr.Richard Earle. _seniors

Body Mass Index Study A new study of Canadians' body mass index and mortality adds to existing research suggesting that people who are overweight live longer than people of normal weight. Rexall Radio host Jamie West with Dr. Yoni Freedhoof. _general

Psoriasis A new survey suggests that those who suffer from psoriasis also suffer from a diminished quality of life that ranks among cancer and heart disease. The story now from Rexall Radio's Jamie West with Dr.Charles Lynde. _general

Heart Attacks and the Emergency Room A new report from the Institute for Clinical Evaluative Sciences says that all too often, patients who appear in Emergency rooms in Ontario with Heart attack symptoms are poorly prioritized-details with Rexall Radio's Jamie West and Dr. Clare Atzema. _general

Cardiology - Mild Heart Attacks McMaster University researchers have settled the question of how long patients with threatened or mild heart attacks should wait before undergoing angioplasty or bypass surgery. Rexall Radio's Jamie West with Dr. Shamir Mehta. _general

Asthma Relief A new global study says an alternate treatment for asthma that doesn't involve puffers or drugs provides good relief from severe asthma. It's called bronchial thermoplasty. Rexall Radio's Jamie West with Dr. Gerrard Cox. _general

Teasing and Bullying Being teased or bullied in the middle and high school years shapes the sexual behavior of young adults, according to the results of a study which suggests it also affects boys and girls in opposite ways. Rexall Radio's Jamie West with Andrew Gallup. _teens

Too Much Iron Having not enough iron in your blood can cause health problems but did you know that having TOO MUCH iron in your blood can cause even more serious problems?... Bob Rogers, Executive Director of the Canadian Hemochromatosis Society. _rexall

Tuberculosis (TB) Vacination McMaster University researchers are about to launch Canada's first Tuberculosis vaccine clinical trial with a vaccine totally designed, manufactured and tested within the university. Listen in with Jamie West on Rexall Radio. _general

Cancer and Tumors The Ontario Tumour Bank now has a collection center in five locations across the province, one of them is at St.Joseph's Healthcare in Hamilton. The samples and data collected will be used by cancer researchers to develop improved diagnostic tools... _general

Effects of Obesity A huge new study out of the UK says being obese can take years off of your life and in some cases may be as dangerous as smoking! We get inside the study with Dr. Richard Tytus of The Canadian Obesity Network _general

Chronic Pain Chronic pain and persistent symptoms can be difficult to treat. This is frustrating for both the patient and the physician and many people are looking for alternatives to prescription medications... _men

Pharmaceutical Strategy The Health Council of Canada is reminding Canadians of the importance of the National Pharmaceuticals Strategy as we hear from Dr. Alex Gillis in conversation with Rexall Radio host Jamie West _general

Alzheimers Disease Being a caregiver for someone suffering from Alzheimer's Disease comes with a unique set of challenges and often those caregivers are fearful of the person they are caring for even if it's someone they've known all of their life. _general

Random Acts of Kindness In these tougher economic times random acts of kindness are going a long way to helping people feel better and better about themselves as we hear from Brad Stokes, the author of 'Cool to be Kind' in conversation with Rexall Radio host Jamie West _general

Emotional Effects of Cancer A photographer diagnosed with Cancer who spent a year in aggressive treatment is speaking out about the need for people to understand the emotional effects of Cancer and she's doing it through an online photo exhibit as we hear from Rexall Radio host Jami _general

Kidney Cancer Most Canadians know very little about kidney cancer. However Kidney Cancer Canada is trying to change that as we hear from Rexall Radio host Jamie West in conversation with Tony Clark, of Kidney Cancer Canada. _general

Tattoo Removal How do you get rid of the memories of that bad relationship when you literally have it tattooed all over your arm, back, legs...well you get the idea. The answer is, you turn to laser tattoo removal and as we hear from Dr. Marianna Switchuk, it might tak _general

Acne Treatment Acne is a problem the most people associate with the onset of puberty and the teenage years, but it can be a problem for a lot of other people in other age groups. Dr. Marianna Switchuk discusses options for treatment with the host of Rexall Radio Health _general

Prostate Cancer According to a new British study, men who are very sexually active in their early 20s and 30s are at greater risk for developing prostate cancer. However, Canadian urologist Dr.Bobby Shayegan is throwing cold water on the study itself and it's methods for _general

Live A Long And Delicious Life Dr. Robert Vogel is a world renowed cardiologist and consultant with the NFL. His new heart healthy book is called "The Pritikin Edge: Living a Long and Delicious Life" in this podcast he explains how? _general

Hormone Therapy Dr. Robert Reid, Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Queen's university in Kingston. He is a lead author of a medical update on hormone replacement therapy, which is now believed to be safe for women in the early stages of menopause. _{health advisor}

Robotic Surgery Dr. Mehran Anvari, Dir. Of the Center for Minimal Access Surgery at St.Joseph's Healthcare in Hamilton discusses technological advancements in robotic surgery techniques. _{health advisor}

Obesity and Blood Sugar Levels Here is part one of our interview with Dr.Michael Lyon from the Canadian Centre for Functional Medicine. He talks to Jamie West of Rexall Radio Health Matters about the benefits of controlling blood sugar and a new product PGX from Webber and how well it _general

Standing spine stretch This weight-bearing exercise will help you elongate the spine and stretch your back muscles. _Osteoporosis

Ball squat This is a lower-body strengthening exercise. It also helps you practice your neutral spine and engage your abdominals. _Osteoporosis

Wall push-up The wall push-up is a great exercise to help you practice your neutral spine, as well as engage the abdominals and strengthen the upper body. _Osteoporosis

Single-leg stance This exercise helps to improve your balance, which is really important for fall prevention. _Osteoporosis

Standing bicep curl This is an upper-body strengthening exercise. Resistance training is important -- whether you've been diagnosed with Osteoporosis or you're trying to prevent it. _Osteoporosis

Scapular retraction This is a great exercise for the postural muscles of the upper back. By doing it on an exercise ball, you can strengthen your abdominals at the same time. _Osteoporosis

Latissimus dorsi stretch The latissimus dorsi is a large muscle in your body. This exercise helps strengthen that muscle, and improve core activation. _Osteoporosis

Pelvic tilt This is an abdominal strengthening exercise. It's important not to do a sit-up or crunch if you've been diagnosed with Osteoporosis, so this is a great alternative. _Osteoporosis

Thoracic spine extension Compression fractures are common in the thoracic spine, particularly when you're bending forward. This exercise can help you maintain the thoracic spine mobility by encouraging backward bending. _Osteoporosis

Diagnosing Osteoporosis Many people don't even know they have osteoporosis, because there aren't any symptoms. _Osteoporosis

Eating well Whether you have osteoporosis or are trying to prevent it, diet is very important. _Osteoporosis

Staying active Physical activity is one of your best weapons against osteoporosis. _Osteoporosis

Neutral spine Your neutral spine is your body's most efficient, ideal alignment. It's important to practice this every day, until it becomes second nature. _Osteoporosis

Am I at risk for Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis generally affects older women and men, but it can occur in people as young as 35. It often strikes without any symptoms. _Osteoporosis

What is Osteoporosis? When you have osteoporosis, it means you have low bone mass, and your bone tissue is deteriorating. _Osteoporosis

What causes Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is when your bones deteriorate, putting you more at risk for fractures. _Osteoporosis

Maintaining a healthy weight Think about five of your closest friends. Chances are, three of them are overweight ... _Heart

Medication Your doctor might prescribe medication to give your body a hand, and protect your heart ... _Heart

Surgery Your doctor might recommend medication or surgery to keep youâ€”and your heartâ€”feeling your best ... _Heart

How to handle a stroke You need to take action immediately if you suspect someone around you is having a stroke ... _Heart

Recovering from a heart attack A heart attack is a significant event, and it could take time for your body to recover ... _Heart

Recovering from a stroke After you've had a stroke, it may take time for your body to recover ... _Heart

Fitness & nutrition: Healthy eating When you eat a healthy, well-balanced diet, it helps you heart in many ways ... _Heart

Fitness & nutrition: Lowering your cholesterol If your doctor has told you that you have high cholesterol, there's no need to panic ... _Heart

Metabolic syndrome When a person has "Metabolic syndrome," it means there are several reasons why they are more at risk for heart disease and diabetes ... _Heart

What do I do during a heart attack? A heart attack is scary, whether it's happening to you or to someone around you. But by recognizing the symptoms, you'll be able to seek help quickly ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Hormone, Type 1, Type 2, Levels, Medication, Blood Pressure, Diet, Eating, Salt, Cholesterol, Artery, Blood Flow, Physical Activity, Risk, Heart Disease, Stroke, Heart Attack, 911,}

What do I do during a stroke? When blood flow to your brain is stopped, it's called a stroke. It strikes suddenly, and it's important to act quickly ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Hormone, Type 1, Type 2, Levels, Medication, Blood Pressure, Diet, Eating, Salt, Cholesterol, Artery, Blood Flow, Physical Activity, Risk, Heart Disease, Stroke, Heart Attack, 911,}

What is pre-diabetes? Pre-diabetes is when your blood glucose levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to mean you have diabetes ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Levels, Medication, Metabolic Syndrome, Overweight, Apple, Pear}

What is the Glycemic Index? The Glycemic Index - _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Levels, Medication, Metabolic Syndrome, Overweight, Apple, Pear, Glycemic Index, GI, Scale}

Why is oatmeal heart-healthy? Oatmeal provides nutrients and keeps you full until lunchtime -- and it can also reduce your risk of heart disease ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Levels, Oatmeal, Heart-healthy, Fibre, Soluble, Cholesterol}

Where do I inject my insulin? Injecting in the same spot repeatedly can lead to pain, lumps and poor insulin absorption ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Inject, Injection, Type 1, Type 2}

Am I at risk for heart disease? People with diabetes are two to four times more likely to develop heart disease, but there are steps you can take to lower your risk ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Levels, Medication, Blood Pressure, Diet, Eating, Salt, Cholesterol, Artery, Blood Flow, Physical Activity, Risk, Heart Disease, Stroke, Heart Attack}

How do I know if I have nerve damage? Your nerves are responsible everything you feel. When you have diabetes, one of the complications you could face is diabetic neuropathy _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Levels, Medication, Foot, Feet, Injure, Circulation, Amputation, Neuropathy, Pain, Nerve Damage}

How do I make my cooking heart-healthy? By making a few simple changes to the way you cook - _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Levels, Medication, Blood Pressure, Diet, Eating, Salt, Cholesterol, Heart Disease, Stroke, Heart Attack, Restaurant, Dining, Healthy Eating, Cooking, Fat}

How does diabetes affect my oral hygiene? If you have diabetes, you have a higher risk of gum disease, and it might be harder for your mouth to fight off germs ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Levels, Medication, Oral, Hygiene, Brush, Floss, Teeth, Gingivitis, Gum Disease, Dentist}

Is there a healthy way to snack? Eating one or two healthy snacks a day will help keep your energy up and improve your overall health ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Levels, Medication, Blood Pressure, Diet, Eating, Salt, Cholesterol, Heart Disease, Stroke, Heart Attack, Restaurant, Dining, Healthy Eating, Snack}

What are the different types of insulin? When patients received the very first insulin injections back in the 1920s, there was only one kind _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Active, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Levels, Doctor, History}

What is the difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes? If your doctor recommends you start insulin, you might think "If I'm now on insulin, do I have Type 1 diabetes instead of Type 2 diabetes?" ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Inject, Injection, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Exercise, Hypoglycemia, Hyperglycemia, Pancreas}

What should I know before getting on an airplane? All vacations require you to plan ahead. But when you have diabetes, there are a few more things you should keep in mind ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Inject, Injection, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Exercise, Hypoglycemia, Hyperglycemia, Airplane, Travel, Safely, Trip, Vacation}

Will I be addicted to insulin forever? Many people with diabetes who take insulin wonder if they will be taking it forever ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Inject, Injection, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Exercise, Hypoglycemia, Hyperglycemia, Addicted}

Is it safe to take insulin that has frozen? Insulin freezes almost as easily as water, and can be damaged by too much heat, so it's important to keep it protected from the elements ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Inject, Injection, Type 1, Type 2, Exercise, Needle, Frozen}

How do I dispose of my needles? If you don't dispose of needles properly, they can be dangerous to other people and to the environment ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Inject, Injection, Type 1, Type 2, Exercise, Needle, Dispose, Sharps, Pharmacy}

How do I stay on a schedule? When you have diabetes, a schedule is important ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Inject, Injection, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Schedule}

How do I travel safely in a car? When you have diabetes, there are a few things to keep in mind whenever you buckle up ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Inject, Injection, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Car, Travel, Trip}

How will my exercise regime change? Exercise plays a big role in the balance of insulin and blood glucose, because it affects both of them ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Inject, Injection, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Exercise, Hypoglycemia, Hyperglycemia}

What happens when I change timezones? When you travel to a different time zone, it can throw your eating and sleeping schedules out of whack ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Inject, Injection, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Exercise, Hypoglycemia, Hyperglycemia, Time Zone, Schedule}

What happens when I get a cold or flu? Getting a cold or the flu makes you feel miserable. But when you have diabetes, a simple stomach flu can be very dangerous ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Nutrition, Exercise, Flu Symptoms, Cold Symptoms, Cold, Flu, Medication, Flu Shot, Cold Medication, Cold Drugs}

Do I really need to be on insulin? Since it's possible for some people with Type 2 diabetes to live their whole life without taking insulin, it's only natural to ask yourself "Do I really need this?" ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Inject, Injection, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Levels}

Why do I suddenly need to be on insulin? When your doctor told you they were putting you on insulin, you probably thought, "Why now?" ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Inject, Injection, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Levels}

Can I skip meals? Skipping a meal probably wasn't a big deal for you before you developed diabetes. You might have been a little hungry, but you felt fine until the next meal came around ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Inject, Injection, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Eating, Meals, Diet}

What is cloudy insulin? Insulins can be clear or cloudy, depending on the type you are taking ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Inject, Injection, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Cloudy}

Do I have to disclose my diabetes to my employer? Does your prospective employer need to know you have diabetes, or do you have the right not to tell them? ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Inject, Injection, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Employer, Disclose}

What is heart disease? When we talk about heart disease, we can be referring to a number of different conditions affecting the heart ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Heart, Disease, Stroke, Heart Attack, High, Cholesterol, Blood Pressure, Flow, Arteries, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Obesity, Coronary, Artery, Build-up, Plaque, Ruptures, Weight, Hypertension, Electrical Activity}

Benefits of insulin Insulin is the oldest medication used to treat diabetes, and has the fewest side effects ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Inject, Injection, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Levels, Medication, Overweight, Exercise, Physical Activity, Hypoglycemia}

Handling hypoglycemia Hypoglycemia occurs when your blood glucose levels drop too low ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Inject, Injection, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Levels, Medication, Overweight, Exercise, Physical Activity, Hypoglycemia}

How insulin works Insulin is a hormone produced by your pancreas. It controls the amount of glucose in your blood, and helps your body use glucose as energy ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Inject, Injection, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Levels, Medication, Overweight, Exercise, Physical Activity, Hypoglycemia}

How to store insulin Insulin is like most medications-it can be damaged if it gets too hot or too cold ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Inject, Injection, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Levels, Medication, Store, Freeze, Thermos, Temperature}

Types of Insulin We all have our own day-to-day routines, and that means the same injection schedule won't work for everyone ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Inject, Injection, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Levels, Medication, Rapid-acting, Short-acting, Intermediate-acting, Long-acting}

Side effects Insulin itself rarely causes problems in someone with diabetes. But you can run into trouble if you don't take it properly ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Inject, Injection, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Levels, Medication, Side Effects}

I feel like a failure Since Type 2 diabetes can sometimes be managed without taking insulin, many people feel like they have failed when they have to start ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Inject, Injection, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Levels, Medication, Failure}

What is coronary artery disease? Coronary Artery Disease is when plaque builds up inside the arteries that wrap around your heart ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Heart, Disease, Stroke, Heart Attack, High, Cholesterol, Blood Pressure, Flow, Arteries, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Obesity, Coronary, Artery, Build-up, Plaque, Ruptures, Weight, Active}

How to handle a heart attack If you suspect someone around you is having a heart attack, it's important to act quickly ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Heart, Disease, Stroke, Heart Attack, High, Cholesterol, Blood Pressure, Flow, Arteries, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Obesity, Coronary, Artery, Build-up, Plaque, Ruptures, Weight, Active, Hypertension, Medication, Emergency, 911, Ambulance, Nausea, Sweaty, Tired, Medical Attention}

What is a stroke? When someone has a stroke, it's because their brain has suddenly stopped functioning. ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Heart, Disease, Stroke, Heart Attack, High, Cholesterol, Blood Pressure, Flow, Arteries, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Obesity, Coronary, Artery, Build-up, Plaque, Ruptures, Weight, Recovery, Active, Hypertension, Medication, Emergency, 911, Medical Attention, Routine, Hospital, Therapy, Occupational, Psychological, Speech, Nerve, Damage, Brain Cells}

Getting physical activity Many adults find themselves getting little or no exercise ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Heart, Disease, Stroke, Heart Attack, High, Cholesterol, Blood Pressure, Flow, Arteries, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Obesity, Weight, Hypertension, Medication, Exercise, Physical Activity, Benefits}

Lowering alcohol consumption When it comes to alcohol -- as with most things in life -- moderation is key ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Heart, Disease, Stroke, Heart Attack, High, Cholesterol, Blood Pressure, Flow, Arteries, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Obesity, Weight, Hypertension, Medication, Wine, Alcohol, Red Wine, Blood Clot, Dissolve, Drinks, Drinking, Moderation}

Quitting smoking Cigarettes can give you chronic bronchitis, emphysema and lung cancer, but they also cause major damage to your heart ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Heart, Disease, Stroke, Heart Attack, High, Cholesterol, Blood Pressure, Flow, Arteries, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Obesity, Weight, Hypertension, Medication, Quit, Quitting, Cigarettes, Smoke, Smoking, Lungs, Damage, Clot, Exercise, Plan}

Cardiac arrest Sometimes when people talk about cardiac arrest, they think it's the same thing as a heart attack. But they are actually two different problems ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Heart, Disease, Stroke, Heart Attack, High, Cholesterol, Blood Pressure, Flow, Arteries, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Obesity, Coronary, Artery, Build-up, Plaque, Ruptures, Weight, Hypertension, Medication, Emergency, 911, Medical Attention, Hospital, Doctor}

Warning signs - Heart attack By recognizing the symptoms of a heart attack, you'll be able to get help quickly ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Heart, Disease, Stroke, Heart Attack, High, Cholesterol, Blood Pressure, Flow, Arteries, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Obesity, Coronary, Artery, Build-up, Plaque, Ruptures, Weight, Hypertension, Medication, Emergency, 911, Medical Attention, Hospital, Doctor, Sweating, Nausea, Tired, Chest Pain}

Warning signs - Stroke Strokes can be especially dangerous, because sometimes people don't even know that they're having one ... _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Heart, Disease, Stroke, Heart Attack, High, Cholesterol, Blood Pressure, Flow, Arteries, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Obesity, Coronary, Artery, Build-up, Plaque, Ruptures, Weight, Hypertension, Medication, Emergency, 911, Medical Attention, Hospital, Doctor, Numbness, Speaking, Balance, Headache, Blood Flow}

About your Diet: Salt and Cholesterol Lowering your cholesterol and reducing your salt intake could lower your risk of heart disease and stroke. _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Levels, Medication, Blood Pressure, Diet, Eating, Salt, Cholesterol, Artery, Blood Flow}

Foot care It is important for you to care for your feet, so a cut or sore doesn't get infected and lead to amputation. _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Levels, Medication, Foot, Feet, Injure, Circulation, Amputation, Neuropathy, Pain}

About Insulin Insulin is a hormone which is needed to convert sugar from the food that you eat into the energy that your body needs. _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Inject, Injection, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Levels, Medication, Overweight, Exercise, Physical Activity, Hypoglycemia}

What causes a heart attack? Heart attacks are the leading cause of death in Canada, but how do they happen? Learn what's happening inside your body, and what you should do about it. _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Heart, Disease, Stroke, Heart Attack, High, Cholesterol, Blood Pressure, Flow, Arteries, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Obesity, Coronary, Artery, Build-up, Plaque, Ruptures, Weight, Hypertension, Medication, Emergency, 911, Medical Attention, Hospital, Doctor}

Fitness & nutrition: Dining out It is possible to eat "heart-smart" when dining out in a restaurant. Learn tips and tricks about enjoying a night out and still remaining heart-conscious. _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Heart, Disease, Stroke, Heart Attack, High, Cholesterol, Blood Pressure, Weight, Active, Hypertension, Healthy, Eating, Dining}

Fitness & nutrition: Heart-smart foods It's important to remember that "You are what you eat." Watching what you eat is an excellent way to decrease your chances of heart disease. _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Heart, Disease, Stroke, Heart Attack, High, Cholesterol, Blood Pressure, Weight, Active, Hypertension, Healthy, Eating, Dining, Fibre, Fruit, Vegetable, Salmon, Omega-3, LDL, HDL, Foods}

High cholesterol Your body needs cholesterol to rebuild certain cells and hormones. But what are the consequences when you have too much cholesterol in your bloodstream? _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Heart, Disease, Stroke, Heart Attack, High, Cholesterol, Blood Pressure, Flow, Arteries, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Obesity, Coronary, Artery, Build-up, Plaque, Ruptures, Weight, Hypertension, Medication, HDL, LDL, Lipoprotein, High-density, Low-density, Fibre, Vegetable, Fruit, Whole Grains}

Prevention of risk factors It's important to be aware of your risk factors when it comes to heart disease both the ones you can control, and the ones you are born with. It's natural to wonder, "Could I be at risk?" _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Heart, Disease, Stroke, Heart Attack, High, Cholesterol, Blood Pressure, Flow, Arteries, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Obesity, Weight, Hypertension, Medication, Quit, Quitting, Cigarettes, Smoke, Smoking, Menopause, 50, 55, First Nations, African, South Asian, Diabetes, Risk, Drink, Physical Activity}

How your heart works Your heart's job is to pump blood to the rest of your body through your blood vessels. But how does your circulatory system actually work? _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Heart, Disease, Stroke, Heart Attack, High, Cholesterol, Blood Pressure, Flow, Arteries, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Obesity, Coronary, Artery, Build-up, Plaque, Ruptures, Weight, Hypertension, Medication, Emergency, 911, Medical Attention, Hospital, Doctor, Liver, Kidneys, Carbon Dioxide, Waste, Nutrients, Oxygen, Pump}

Complications from Diabetes High blood glucose levels can lead to heart attack and stroke, blindness, kidney failure, and nerve damage. _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 2, Levels, Diabetic Neuropathy, Diabetic Retinopathy, Kidneys, Eyes, Nerves, Cholesterol, Medication, Blood Pressure, Complications, Risk, Diabetes Introduction, Diabetes Complications}

Blindness and blurry vision (Retinopathy) In the early stages of diabetic retinopathy, you may have blurred vision, or you might see small floaters that go away. _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Levels, Diabetic Neuropathy, Diabetic Retinopathy, Eyes, Medication, Blood Pressure, Complications, Risk, Eye Exam, Blood Vessels, Weaken, Diabetes Complications, Diabetes Introduction}

Nerve damage (Neuropathy) Nerve damage feels like numbness or tingling at first, and then leaves you with a complete loss of feeling. _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Levels, Diabetic Neuropathy, Diabetic Retinopathy, Nerves, Complications, Risk, Oxygen, Diabetes Introduction, Diabetes Complications}

Kidney Disease High blood glucose levels can lead to serious or fatal kidney complications. _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Levels, Kidneys, Kidney Disease, Medication, Blood Pressure, Complications, Risk, Toxins, Urine Albumin, Excretion, Damage, Diabetes Complications, Diabetes Introduction}

Heart Disease and Stroke Heart disease and stroke are two to four times more common in people with diabetes, and can also strike at a younger age. _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 2, Levels, Kidneys, Kidney Disease, Medication, Blood Pressure, Complications, Risk, Toxins, Urine Albumin, Excretion, Damage}

Your blood glucose target range As a person with diabetes, it is important to carefully manage the amount of glucose in your blood. _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Levels, Medication, Blood Pressure, Target Range, Complications}

Testing your blood glucose level Having blood glucose levels that are too high or too low can be dangerous. _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Levels, Medication, Blood Pressure, Target Range, Complications, Testing, Log, Blood}

About your Diet: Carbohydrates Carbohydrates are an important part of a healthy diet, because they store and transport energy throughout our bodies. _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Type 2, Levels, Medication, Blood Pressure, Target Range, Carbohydrates, Diet, Eating}

What is Type 1 Diabetes? Type 1 Diabetes is a condition where your pancreas produces little or no insulin. _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 1, Levels, Diabetes Introduction, Featured}

What is Type 2 Diabetes? Type 2 Diabetes occurs when your pancreas does not produce enough insulin and your body is resistant to the insulin that is produced. _{Rexall, Pharma Plus, Pharmacy, Video, Media Centre, Women, Men, Seniors, Advice, Health, Wellness, Diet, Nutrition, Weight, Blood Glucose, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Hormone, Carbohydrates, Energy, Cells, Range, Pancreas, Type 2, Levels, Diabetes Introduction, Featured}