The American Diabetic Association is one of the leading informational organizations for those who have diabetes as well as those who live with diabetics. The American Diabetic Association provides a wealth of information about the disease, symptoms related to the disease, how to cope with the disease and the latest news about the disease. The majority of the American Diabetic Association's resources are free and accessible on the Web.

What is Diabetes?

People who use the American Diabetic Association's services are usually suffering from diabetes. Diabetics either do not produce enough insulin or their body doesn't correctly react to the insulin it produces. Insulin is actually a hormone that's necessary to break down sugars so the body can use them.

So why does it matter if a person's insulin is out of whack? Well, your body doesn't just produce insulin for fun. If your insulin isn't produced or processed correctly, it can have a negative impact on your vision, your skin and your heart. It can also make you more susceptible to heart disease, kidney disease and depression to name just a few ailments. Those with diabetes may also faint or go into what is called a diabetic coma.

However, don't let these symptoms scare you. There are millions of diabetics in the country who are leading happy, healthy lives. This is because diabetics can take medication and use insulin to regulate their body's aversion to the hormone.

What Does the Web Site Include

The ADA has a great Web site that helps diabetics, their families and their friends understand the diseases. One key feature on the site is a section that breaks down each type of diabetes. This section provides links to information about children's diabetes, type one diabetes and type two diabetes. For each type of diabetes, there is also an informational section about the disease, advice on how to cope with it and additional resources for those suffering from the disease.