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Sock Snobs

Posted on August 28, 2014 by janekdickinson

Socks are important for everyone – not just those with diabetes. The other day my son was preparing for a hike and I reminded him that “wool wicks; cotton kills.” Choose socks that don’t have seams that could rub or cause breakdown … Continue reading →

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Diabetes and Feet

Posted on March 18, 2014 by janekdickinson

Take care of your feet is something that people with diabetes hear often. I think of the feet as the last stop for our healing white blood cells. They travel throughout the body all day long, and the feet are … Continue reading →

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Vitamin B12 and Neuropathy: a vicious cycle

Posted on July 1, 2013 by janekdickinson

Stay with me on this one: 1.) Vitamin B12 deficiency (low levels) can lead to neuropathic symptoms (numbness/tingling or pain in the feet). 2.) Neuropathic means disease of the nervous system. 3.) Metformin (a diabetes drug) can lead to B12 malabsorption. … Continue reading →

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Shoes and Diabetes

Posted on September 28, 2012 by janekdickinson

Last week there was a discussion about feet and eyes on Diabetes Social Media Advocacy. One particular question came up that I think is an important one: Why do I have to wear closed shoes all the time? First of … Continue reading →

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Strange Reminders

Posted on July 16, 2012 by janekdickinson

I went for a walk this morning and got a rock in my shoe. Every time I took a step the rock poked into the bottom of my foot and really hurt. And I was so thankful for that. Whenever … Continue reading →

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