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Health From Heather Loeb, your About Health Editor The number of people with diabetes is on the rise -- chances are, if you don't have it yourself, you know someone who does. Top 7 Risk Factors for Diabetes While we can't change our genetics and family history, many of the risk factors for developing diabetes are within our control. Gestational Diabetes What Is Insulin Resistance? See More About:  diabetes early warning signs  types of diabetes  unexplained weight loss Is There a Cure for Diabetes? If you come across someone claiming a product can cure your diabetes, it's wise to take a skeptical view. Changing Lifestyle Habits to Manage Type 1 Diabetes See More About:  diabetes life  diabetes management  diabetes treatments Why Glucose Monitoring Is So Important Regular blood sugar testing is key for people with diabetes. It can help you spot dangerously low or high levels before serious problems develop, and can also give you an overall picture of how you're managing your disease. Choosing a Blood Glucose Meter See More About:  glucose tests  types of glucose meters  high blood sugar How to Help People with Diabetes If you have a friend or family member with diabetes, you may be wondering how you can help them. It starts with the right attitude. See More About:  diabetes management  diabetes support and resources  coping with diabetes Health Ads Diabetes Type 2 Diabetes Cure for Diabetes Symptoms of Diabetes Diabetes and Diet Featured Articles Follow About.com Health on Twitter Dealing With Annoying Gym-Goers Tips on Life With a Pacemaker Is Wheatgrass Beneficial? Gluten-Free Dining Out Causes of Nausea   More from About.com What is ADD? Learn more about Attention Deficit Disorder, a condition that affects approximately 2 million children in the United States. More> Living with ADD Distractibility, restlessness, and difficulty organizing oneself are just a few of the issues individuals with ADD must learn to cope with. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Free Health Tools from About.com Count Calories, Lose Weight Check Your Symptoms Understand Your Test Results Advertisement