Apps for people living with diabetes

According to the World Health Organization, there are more than 400 million people living with diabetes, having increased in prevalence drastically to affect 8.6% of adults over 18 years old. That’s almost twice as many people as in 1980. For the year 2030, it’s estimated that it will be the seventh most common cause of death due to the ever increasing lack of physical activity and poor eating habits, among other causes. November 14th is World Diabetes Day, and as such, it’s as good a time as any to talk about Android apps that make the lives of people with diabetes just a little bit easier.

Diabetes

Keeping track of blood sugar levels is a crucial practice for anyone with diabetes, and it’s the best indicator to see if treatment is working. Furthermore, if you’re receiving insulin-based treatment, it’s not uncommon to use a glucose meter multiple times a day to closely monitor your levels. Diabetes is an app that lets you keep track of these levels and then view the statistical tables with all your results. Plus, you can also export these in various formats for later analysis. Definitely an app that is as simple as it is essential. [Download]

Diabetes:M

If you need a more comprehensive monitoring tool, Diabetes:M is probably the best option available. It keeps a complete record of your daily activity beyond sugar levels. Allowing you to enter how many hours of sleep you get, what you eat each day (along with your amounts of protein, fat, and carbohydrates), the areas where you’ve given yourself insulin in case you need it. Not to mention other values taken from your regular tests. It’s an extremely complete health diary that offers many viewing options and a complete interpretation of your information. [Download]

 MySugr Diabetes Logbook

There’s no reason apps for keeping track of your diabetes should be serious and boring. MySugr is an award-winning tool that offers a pleasant experience without disregarding its features. Without a doubt, it’s the app with the best interface and the one that integrates the best features. And it’s compatible with various types of Bluetooth glucometers, letting you automatically synchronize glucose levels. Plus, it includes a “gamification” system that urges you to lead a healthy life and keep your levels in check in order to earn badges and achievements. In addition to storing this information, you can also log the food you eat, get all kinds of graphs, and you’ll have access to practical advice for your daily life. [Download]