Diabetes Student Resources

American Diabetes Association
The American Diabetes Association is the nation's leading nonprofit health organization providing diabetes research, information and advocacy. The mission of the organization is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. To fulfill this mission, the American Diabetes Association funds research, publishes scientific findings, provides information and other services to people with diabetes, their families, health care professionals and the public. The Association is also actively involved in advocating for scientific research and for the rights of people with diabetes.
http://www.diabetes.org/main/application/commercewf

Diabetes Nutrition Series - National Institute of Diabetes & Digestive & Kidney Diseases
Series of pdf formatted information regarding diabetes.  Diabetes Nutrition Series
http://www.niddk.nih.gov/health/diabetes/pubs/nutritn/index.htm

National Institute of Diabetes & Digestive & Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)
The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases conducts and supports research on many of the most serious diseases affecting public health. The Institute supports much of the clinical research on the diseases of internal medicine and related subspecialty fields as well as many basic science disciplines.
http://www.niddk.nih.gov/index.htm

NIDDK Weight Control Information Network
Research consistently shows that regular physical activity, combined with healthy eating habits, is the most efficient and healthful way to control your weight. Whether you are trying to lose weight or maintain it, you should understand the important role of physical activity and include it in your lifestyle.
http://www.niddk.nih.gov/health/nutrit/pubs/physact.htm