prevention

Davor Skeledžija
Editor of the portal diabetesABS.com. Long-time volunteer of the Big for Little with Diabetes Association. Former president of the Zagreb Diabetes Association. Former member of the executive board of the Croatian Federation of Diabetes Associations, and the HZZO Commission for General and Medical-Technical Aids.

How Alpha-Lipoic Acid Reduced My Leg and Foot Symptoms

Although I’ve had diabetes for over 30 years, fortunately I don’t have any serious complications. My eyes are fine, my “frozen shoulder” is gone, but recently I started feeling...
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I visited the Microtech factory of new sensors and pumps

Someone came up with an interesting idea to try and present to us Westerners the notion that China is no longer a technologically backward country — and to do...
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From Fearing Carbs to Consuming a Kilo of Sugar in One Race

Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Nebojsa Nikolic, I am 47 years old and I am from Croatia. When I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in...
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Expert’s Insight: Peripheral Vascular Rehabilitation with CO₂

The goal of diabetes treatment is to prevent and/or delay the onset or progression of micro- and macrovascular complications. Among macrovascular complications are peripheral artery disease (PAD), coronary artery...
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Corticosteroids and Managing Diabetes: My Personal Journey

In this text, I will share my several-month experiences with various doses of corticosteroids, how I brought my blood sugar under control, and what helped me the most and...
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New Libre Study and Hypoglycemia - news from Amsterdam

At the recent ATTD 2025 conference in Amsterdam, new data was presented confirming the high quality of the FreeStyle Libre continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) system. One of the most...
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What Did Abbott Present at the Vienna Conference?

Anyone who cares about themselves and their diabetes should know what the market leader in continuous glucose monitoring is up to. As we know, FreeStyle Libre 2 is a...
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Check-ups with Your Diabetologist – Why They Matter to YOU

Life with type 1 diabetes isn’t easy. Every day we count carbohydrates, monitor insulin, track glucose… But there’s another crucial part of self-care – regular check-ups with your diabetologist....
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How (Dis)Organized Time Sabotages Your Diabetes

Type 1 Diabetes Has Never Been Just a Number on a Glucometer. Diabetes is a condition that tests your physical endurance—but even more, your mental strength. While the numbers...
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Challenges in the Nutrition of People with Diabetes

Fresh fruit is a food group that entices with its colors and flavors. It represents a recommended source of sugar in the diet because of its favorable nutritional composition...
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Hyperbaric Chamber and Treatment of Diabetes Complications – Focus on Wounds and Diabetic Foot

Diabetes is a chronic disease that often leads to permanent complications, primarily affecting blood vessels and nerves. These changes significantly increase the risk of one of the most severe...
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Omega-3 Fatty Acids – An Ally for People with Diabetes!

Omega-3 fatty acids are often called the “good fats,” and their importance for heart and brain health is already well known. However, a growing body of research confirms their...
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Dietary Supplements – Support in Diabetes Management and Complication Prevention

Elevated blood glucose levels gradually damage blood vessels and nerves and can lead to numerous complications. Keeping glucose within the normal range is based on proper nutrition, regular physical...
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Peripheral Neuropathy in Summer: How to Protect Your Feet

Summer brings sunshine, movement, and lighter clothing — but also certain challenges for people living with diabetic peripheral neuropathy. High temperatures, increased activity, and reduced sensation in the feet...
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Latest update: integration of the insulin pump with both glucose and ketone sensors!

This article will be of particular interest to advanced diabetes patients, especially parents of children with diabetes, who are generally better informed than the broader diabetes community. A completely...
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Kidneys – Can They Be Saved or Is Dialysis Inevitable

Sadly, the Numbers Speak for Themselves According to alarming statistics, one in three individuals with diabetes is at risk of ending up on dialysis. Dialysis is an unpleasant process...
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