The daily grind of watching carbs and counting calories and taking note of blood sugar and A1C levels — can be tiresome routine for diabetics. Well, in today’s modern age when a mobile phone and tablet app is available for just about anything you can imagine, the endless diabetes grind is being made a lot easier by the technology.
But with thousands of diabetes available at Apple’s app store and Google Play, it can be difficult to determine what app is right for you.
But because some apps are well designed and others are shoddy and complicated, determining what app is best for you can be overwhelming.
“It’s encouraging to see so many apps that attempt to ease the self-care tasks and tracking associated with all types of diabetes,” Kelly Rawlings, editorial director of Diabetes Forecast magazine, mentioned during an interview. “But the sheer number and range of usability make it a tricky product area to navigate for health-care providers and the people who use the apps.”
Apps can be a very worthwhile investment. But because some apps are well designed and others are shoddy and complicated, determining what app is best for you can be overwhelming. That’s why choosing apps that correspond to your individual goals are the key. While some people are concerned about weight control; others may be more focused on tracking blood glucose or require reminders about medication.
An app that makes data entry would automatic and seamlessly integrates with medical devices is the idea. So, based on the recommendations of diabetes experts and people with diabetes, here are some of the best and easiest apps to try.
For weight management
Lose It! is a weight-loss and calories counter that helps you track what you eat.
Weight Watchers This app features expert chat 24 hours a day seven days a week.
Blood glucose trackers
Glucose Buddy is an easy to navigate app that helps you manage your blood sugar, carb intake and insulin doses.
Ranked the number glucose tracker app by the American Journal of Preventive Medicine ranked this app, it provides an easy-to-follow educational component as well as blood glucose monitoring.
mySugr This app has a playful side that features diabetes “monster” that is designed to both scare and motivate you.
Support
Healthseeker was created in in conjunction with the noted Joslin Diabetes Center and the Diabetes Hand Foundation. Part social app this app is an excellent source for collaboration and cooperation with other diabetics.
Diabetic Connect allows you to share your successes, tips with others.
