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    Things You Should Know About Canine Diabetes
    2008-07-04 00:00:00
    Canine diabetes, often referred to as “sugar diabetes” is generally speaking, quite a common ailment in dogs, it is not difficult to identify as a simple urine test will reveal the cause of the problem. It is the most common canine endocrine problem and is sometimes believed to be more prevalent in overweight dogs, but [...]
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    Exercises for Diabetes - Helpful in to Control Diabetes
    2008-07-04 00:00:00
    diabetes means that your blood glucose (also called blood sugar) is too high. Your body uses glucose for energy. But having too much glucose in your blood can hurt you. When you take care of your diabetes, you will feel better. You will reduce your risk for problems with your kidneys, eyes, nerves, feet and [...]
    By: Resources Zone
     
    Gestational diabetes Causes, Symptoms, Cure or Treatment
    2008-07-04 00:00:00
    Gestational diabetes is a condition characterized by high blood glucose (sugar) levels that is first recognized during pregnancy. About 7 percent of all pregnant women in the U.S. are diagnosed with gestational diabetes. Most women who have gestational diabetes give birth to healthy babies, especially when they control their blood sugar, eat a healthy diet, exercise, [...]
    By: Resources Zone
     

    How To Assess Your Diabetes Health Risk
    2008-06-28 00:00:00
    Preventing a diagnosis of diabetes is much easier than one might think, especially when it comes to the diagnosis of Type 2 diabetes. If you think that you may be among the millions of individuals who are at risk for developing either Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, it would be best to make an [...]
    By: Resources Zone
     
    Herbal Solutions For Diabetes And Pre-Diabetes Conditions
    2008-06-28 00:00:00
    Herbal remedies have been used in diabetes over the ages and can have practical applications for the modern era also. There are a number of plant species known to have insulin-like acting substances. This article aims to tackle these various natural plant remedies for diabetes. To understand all the plants and how they interact would of [...]
    By: Resources Zone
     
    Understanding The Problem Of Diabetes
    2008-06-24 00:00:00
    Anyone who has the condition known as diabetes has a condition that creates a situation where the conversion of energy from the food they eat is faulty. We use glucose, which is transported around the body by blood, as a form of energy which comes from food containing sugar. As glucose is the fuel our [...]
    By: Resources Zone
     

    All This Talk of Diabetes Mortality Is a Downer
    2008-06-23 05:56:00
    By Sean Kelley Last week I went to San Francisco for the American Diabetes Association’s Scientific Sessions, a huge annual gathering of endocrinologists, scientists, nurse educators, and... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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    Diabetes Diet, What Are The 10 Best Fruits And Vegetables For Diabetic Patients
    2008-06-22 05:05:18
    This is the question my diabetic patients always ask. Hopefully this article will enhance your knowledge about diet for a diabetic patient.AVOID THESE FOODSIf you are a diabetic patient try to avoid following list of foods.1-Sugar, artificial sweeteners and honey. However you may take sweetner like stevia. It is difficult to omit sugar from your diet at-once, I will recommend you to decrease sugar in your diet gradually.2-You should stop taking sweets and chocolates. If you are in a party and want to take chocolate, then preferably try to take Continental dark chocolate with at-least 70% or more cocoa solids, and try to avoid chocolates where sugar is the first named ingredient3-Try to avoid foods containing ingredients end in (ol) or (ose) as these are mainly different forms of carbohydrates like fructose, glucose, dextrose.4-Avoid grains like cakes, biscuits, pies, tarts, breakfast cereals, wheat, rye, barley, corn, rice, bread, pasta, pastry,5-Avoid vegetables which contain larger a
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    Cardiovascular risks in Type-2 Diabetes
    2008-06-19 16:04:10
    In order to reduce the Cardiovascular complications in Diabetes, it is necessary to control cholesterol and blood pressure rather than controlling blood sugar, which reduces kidney and eye complications. This is what researches have found that are conducted on patients of Type-2 Diabetes. Intense control of blood glucose levels in type 2 diabetes helps reduce the risk of kidney and eye complications, but not cardiovascular risks such as heart attacks and strokes, researchers said at a news briefing during the annual meeting of the American Diabetes Association in San Francisco.Hemoglobin A1c is a measure representing average blood glucose control for the previous three months. The American Diabetes Association recommends A1c levels of less than 7%. People without diabetes have an A1c of about 5%.Lowering blood glucose levels does help reduce kidney and eye complications from diabetes, but paying attention to blood pressure and cholesterol levels is crucial to reduce the heart attack an
    By: Complete Health Blog
     
    Evening primrose oil for Eczema, Diabetes, Menstrual Disorders, and Joint Pains
    2008-06-19 04:36:25
    This supplement is a boon for women who experience the trauma of menstrual cramps every month. It is known by its name because its light yellow flowers open at dusk. The oil of evening primrose is very rich in polysaturated comega-6 fatty acids, which are necessary fatty acids that body needs to complete numerous functions including insulin absorption, regulating the heart, and regulating mood. The body does not manufacture these fatty acids on its own, so they have to be taken as food or food supplements. Aside from the omega-6 fatty acids, evening primrose oil has linoleic acid and gamma-linolenic acid (“GLA”). Both of these acids are very important and very beneficial to general well-being. GLA accounts for most of the supplement's therapeutic effects. Eczema: One of the leading uses of evening primrose oil is to treat eczema, an allergic skin condition that may develop if the body has trouble converting fats derived from food into GLA. In a study of 60 people with eczema GLA i
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    Diabetes Weight Loss Still An Unanswered Question
    2008-06-17 21:23:06
    The number of cases of people who are at risk of developing Type 2 diabetes is on the rise. Some doctors believe this is not at surprising, especially when one considers how things are. More and more people in developed countries are suffering from poor weight control and even worse diets. These two factors, more than even the genetic propensity for the problem, are what doctors believe to be the main cause behind these problems. The simplest answer is to engage in weight loss programs and increase physical activity for the people at risk, but there are more than a few voices saying that things aren't that simple. The main problem of this is that there is no single, guaranteed way to keep the weight loss motivation going long enough to have an appreciable long-term effect. It doesn't always help that weight loss tips and dietary advice related to diabetes are not always in perfect agreement with one another. Most information found would conflict with one another, frustrating man
    By: Health Care Guide
     
    Diabetes Diet and Recipes
    2008-06-17 21:22:34
    Diabetes has risen in recent years. More cases of Type-2 diabetes are being diagnosed every week across the world. Many more cases are being diagnosed in younger children. There are two main forms of diabetes. Type-1 diabetes is an auto-immune disorder which attacks B-cells in the pancreas. There is no practical cure for this form of diabetes and cannot be prevented. Type-2 diabetes on the other hand is an insulin resistance. There is no specific cause for this to develop, however those who are overweight have an increased chance of developing the condition. Although it is fairly common, the onset can be delayed for years. A healthy diet and lifestyle can prevent the onset of Type-2 diabetes for years. There are three main symptoms for diabetes. Ployuria, Polydipsia, Polyphagia, and other symptoms have been reported also. Symptoms such as blurred vision, weight loss prolonged blood glucose levels. Diabetes can be detected by screening.�, Screening can be requested when someone
    By: Health Care Guide
     
    The long term complications of diabetes
    2008-06-17 21:22:34
    COMPLICATIONS The long term complications of diabetes involve many different systems in the body. These may be found at time of diagnosis of diabetes, or many years after the onset of diabetes. Many of the long term complications of diabetes are thought to be due to persistently elevated levels of blood glucose and it has been shown, that controlling blood glucose levels and blood pressure may minimize or prevent the onset of these complications. It is difficult to predict who is likely to develop chronic complications of diabetes which may sometimes occur regardless of the level of control. What are the complications of diabetes? The complications of diabetes may be categorised as Acute Metabolic complications - Diabetic Ketoacidosis and Hypoglycaemia 'Macro-vascular' (involving large blood vessels) complications - Coronary Heart Disease, Strokes, Peripheral Vascular Disease 'Micro-vascular' (involving small blood vessels) complications - Diabetic Retinopathy, Neuropathy, Diabetic N
    By: Health Care Guide
     
    Diabetes And Yoga: Alternative Diabetes Management Techniques
    2008-06-13 22:12:35
    Yoga is an ancient practice of moving the body into different poses (asanas) to achieve a healthy body, an attentive mind, and a relaxed spirit. Yoga can be used to help treat many different illnesses, including diabetes. There have been numerous clinical studies that prove the benefits that yoga has for diabetics, because many yoga poses can positively impact circulation and help regulate body systems. Like with any other exercise regime, when you begin yoga, begin slowly at your own pace. Don’t push yourself too hard. If you find a pose difficult, maintain it for a shorter length of time. Increased flexibility and strength will come from practice. Monitor your blood glucose levels before and after any period of exercise. If you feel lightheaded, or experience any unexpected symptoms during exercise, stop to monitor your blood glucose and act accordingly. Here are a few poses that have been found to be beneficial for people with diabetes. Uddhiyana Banda: the stomach lift Stand with
    By: Health Care Guide
     
    Diabetes Care Begins With Apt Diabetes Diet!
    2008-06-13 22:12:35
    Diabetes people are special people. They need a special diet. Diet is one of the most important part of your diabetes treatment. Perhaps, more important than the medicine itself. For, if you take proper medicines but neglect the diet, the result would be counter-productive! It is no exaggeration if you (being diabetic) are advised to take care. Maintain the desirable body weight. Shed it, if in excess. Maintain the level, if you are underweight. Always remember, your blood glucose level should be normal. The disease diabetes has a team behind it. Blood vessel diseases and heart problems await in its wings. So always take necessary care. You have to understand your body and health related matters in the proper perspective. You have the services of two doctors—yourself and your family doctor. Both of you have to live like good friends. You have to follow his advice and he will of course understand your difficulties. A doctor and a dietitian become the permanent friends and advisers of
    By: Health Care Guide
     
    Diabetes Completely Explained : Types, Symptoms Of Diabetes, And Prevention
    2008-06-13 22:12:35
    Diabetes is a disease where the body does not produce or properly use insulin. Insulin is needed to change sugar, food, and starches into energy that is needed for day-to-day life. There is no clear answer for why diabetes exists, although it seems that genetics and everyday struggles such as lack of exercise and being overweight play significant roles in determining whether or not you will be diagnosed with diabetes. There are an astounding 21 million adults and children in the US that have been diagnosed with diabetes. That’s seven percent of the total population! It’s estimated that 15 million people have been diagnosed with diabetes, but about 6 million are unaware that they are living with the disease. How could six million people be unaware that they are living with diabetes? It’s known as a stealth disease in which people are living with it for years, sometimes decades, without knowing it. Diabetes has quickly been described as a worldwide epidemic. The definition of an ep
    By: Health Care Guide
     
    LIVING WITH DIABETES
    2008-06-13 14:14:00
    If you have just found out that you have diabetes, or maybe you know a friend or family member that has it?Then you will be able to find out all the basic information you need on theRD.com - Managing Diabetes site.You can even read about strategies on how you can stay on top of your blood sugar, and trying to be as healthy as possible.The following subjects are available to you:*Understanding Glycemic Index*Exercising with Diabetes*Foods to Stabilize Blood Sugar*Diabetes-Friendly RecipesThe major factor that tends to hit people most is what food you can and cant eat, and how do you know which food is best?Well on Readers digest you can find out all about RD.com - Diabetes Friendly FoodsYou can even get some fantastic recipes on their designed especially for diabetics.My favourite being the Turkey Stir-Fry supper. I would cook that meal diabetic or not anyway because it looks delicious.Some people may think that you would have to eat unusual foods, but its really not the case. You can e
    By: Mummy Diaries
     
    Combinación de drogas puede ser la clave para revertir la diabetes de tipo I
    2008-06-13 00:30:20
    Prometedores resultados de un estudio que puso a prueba un nuevo enfoque para revertir la diabetes tipo I se han presentado a la American Diabetes Association’s 68a Sesión Científica Anual en San Francisco. El estudio probó la combinación de Lisofylline (LSF), un fármaco que se está desarrollando para detener el daño inmunológico a las células productoras [...]
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    Reversing type 1 diabetes
    2008-06-10 21:27:23
    Promising results from a study that tested a new approach for reversing Type 1 diabetes are being presented this week at the American Diabetes Association's 68th Annual Scientific Session in San Francisco. read more
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    Healthy Ways To Deal With Diabetes
    2008-06-09 22:25:58
    When the food we eat is digested it provides us with energy and growth but the condition called diabetes does not allow this process to work as it should. Glucose is the body's natural fuel source provided by the food we eat. Diabetes causes problems with the distribution of glucose in the bloodstream. Owing to this condition, excessive levels of glucose build up in the blood stream instead of absorption into the cells. There are two main types of the condition; both are discussed briefly in this article. Juvenile onset diabetes is known as type one and usually, but not always, affects children and young adults and is where the body's production of insulin has ceased; this means insulin must be given to the diabetic on a daily basis for them to live. Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas that enables the body to use glucose to produce energy as it gets sugar into the cells. Type two affects adults and is also called late onset diabetes; it results when the body either cannot pr
    By: Health Care Guide
     
    Knowing More about Diabetes will Help You
    2008-06-09 04:17:26
    Do you think you know enough about Diabetes?Read about the things you never knew about diabetes & things related to it like eating healthy foods, insulin in your body, & etc. More knowledge for you will help you stay away from the disease. At RD.com - Managing Diabetes, there are many articles on diabetes, healthy foods, blood sugars, & hundreds of recipes at RD.com - Diabetes Friendly Foods to have you start off on the correct foot into a healthy living lifestyle. The site will also help those with the disease to manage diabetes which includes topics like Understanding Glycemic Index, Exercising with Diabetes, Foods to Stabilize Blood Sugar, & etc.Have you ever heard of Blood Sugar?One particular article which I like & find engaging to read about is the article entitled Why Blood Sugar Matters. Before reading the article, I had not known about the concept of Blood Sugar. The articles touches on how high blood sugar can cause damage to the human body even for health
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    How to Prevent Diabetes Care and Treatment best tips
    2008-06-06 09:33:19
    Lifestyle changes that you can make to help averting diabetes and slash blood sugars. Determine if you want to elude loading with a BMI chart. If your BMI is greater than 25, you could gain from influence failure. As little as 5-7% import pasting or typically 10-15 pounds is enough to shock seeing some changes in wellbeing.Eat breakfast inside 1 hour of getting up in the morning. Then try to eat a meal or snack every 4-5 hours, avoid untaken a long time without ingestion. The helps to keep blood sugars height and foil overeating. Weight string or do power-resistance exercises most living of the week (5 or more). Muscle cells claim for fuel and, hence help to speed up your metabolism. Muscles also heighten insulin sensitivity, and then help to reduce blood sweetie. Increase food stranded contents of your foods. Aim for at least 25 grams of dietary roughage per day. The norm American eats about 11 grams of filament daily. Fiber helps to stupid down how briefly food curve into blood baby.
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    Early Insulin Hit Leads to Diabetes Remission
    2008-05-28 10:11:12
    GUANGZHOU, China, May 22 -- Giving newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes patients intensive insulin therapy for a few days or weeks can drive the disease into extended remission and at least partly restore β-cell function, researchers here said. Action Points Explain to interested patients that insulin therapy is usually not initiated in patients with newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes until diet and lifestyle changes and oral hypoglycemics have been tried. Note that this study suggests that early, intensive insulin treatment might restore normal blood glucose and allowed extended remission without the need for treatment other than diet or exercise. In a randomized controlled trial, patients treated with intensive insulin achieved normal glucose levels faster than those treated with oral hypoglycemic agents, according to Jianping Weng, M.D., of Sun Yat-Sen University, and colleagues. Once
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    Eating to Keep Diabetes in Check
    2008-05-24 04:17:58
    By PETER JARET One in four people born today are expected to develop Type 2 diabetes during their lifetimes. Shedding excess weight and exercising more can cut Type 2 diabetes risk by 58 percent. Favoring foods in their unrefined state — brown rice and whole grains, for instance — can help keep blood sugar levels from spiking. Exercise improves [...]
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    Does Stress Lead to Increased Diabetes Risk?
    2008-05-21 00:54:01
    by Jacob GanIt is believed that improperly unmanaged stress is a major determinant in almost all illness conditions. Does stress also leads to diabetes? Let us investigate. There are two major types of diabetes: type 1 diabetes mellitus and type 2 diabetes mellitus. Type 1 diabetes mellitus is also known as juvenile diabetes because it starts in children and young adults. It is due to insufficient amount of insulin being produced (known as insulin deficiency). Since it does not start later in life, we can safely conclude that type 1 diabetes mellitus is unlikely to be caused by stress. Type 2 diabetes mellitus usually occurs later in life, after the age of forty. Type 2 diabetes mellitus is the most common form of diabetes. In type 2 diabetes mellitus, the problems arise because 1. Either the body does not produce enough insulin, or 2. The insulin produced is ignored by the cells in the body (known as insulin resistance), or both. Discussion on what insulin is and what the roles
    By: Danta's Articles
     
    Cats And Feline Diabetes
    2008-05-21 00:53:33
    by Ryan HorneCats are one of the most popular pets in North America. They are loving pets, capable of providing you years of companionship. Like other pets, cats can sometimes get sick. There are several different types of ailments that cats can get, one of which is feline diabetes. Feline diabetes is a serious disease, although it can be treated by a veterinarian. Diabetes is more common with humans than with cats or other animals. The cause of diabetes is actually quite simple. Sugar, or glucose, is found in the blood. The level of blood sugar in the body or the animal is kept under control by hormone insulin, which the pancreas produces. When the pancreas doesn’t produce enough insulin, diabetes is to blame. The symptoms of feline diabetes will vary. The most common symptoms include an increase in urine and an increase in thirst. Other symptoms of feline diabetes include a loss of appetite, weight loss, and a poor coat. An increase in thirst is easy to detect, as you can easily no
    By: Danta's Articles
     
    Diabetes insipidus (water diabetes)
    2008-05-21 00:50:53
    by Andrew SelvarajDiabetes insipidus (water diabetes) Diabetes insipidus is sometimes called water diabetes and is completely different to diabetes mellitus (sugar diabetes) which has just been discussed. Diabetes insipidus occurs when the pineal gland in the brain is not producing enough of the chemical ADH (anti-diuretic hormone). This chemical is produced by the pineal gland in the brain and is carried by the blood stream to the kidneys where it stimulates the kidneys to reabsorb water in the process of producing urine. Water is a precious commodity for the body and thus the water in the body is constantly being purified and recycled by the kidneys. Very little water is released from the body by the kidneys in the form of urine. The ADH is produced by the pineal gland in the brain which acts like a control centre for regulating the amount of water in the body. The ADH is simply a messenger chemical which is produced by this control centre (the pineal gland) to tell the water-recycli
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    Depression Related to Diabetes
    2008-05-21 00:41:12
    by Cathlene MartinezA recent study by the Feinberg School of Medicine at Northwestern University has found that the risk of acquiring diabetes is much greater in people that suffer from depression. The study states that adults who report suffering from higher levels of depression symptoms are more likely to acquire diabetes over time than individuals who report fewer symptoms of depression. The studies lead researcher Dr. Mercedes R. Carnethon assistant professor of preventive medicine commented, “We need to carefully evaluate older adults for depressive symptoms, and they need to be taken seriously because of the potential impact.” Although depression increases the risk of acquiring diabetes, it is still unknown whether the risk is reduced when depression is treated. According to HealthDay News, “The researchers scored symptoms of depression on a scale of zero to 30, with scores of eight or higher indicating high levels of symptoms. When the study began, the average symptom scor
    By: Danta's Articles
     
    The Most Important Facts About Diabetes
    2008-05-21 00:38:33
    by Bill ByrneIn order to appreciate the cause for the condition known as diabetes, one must first look at what occurs in the body of a healthy individual, particularly after such an individual has recently eaten a food that is high in carbohydrates (sugar or starch). Digestive juices rapidly act on a starch, changing it to a simple sugar. All sugars in digested food mix with all the foods in the stomach. That mix in the stomach then enters the intestines.The nutrients in the fluid of the intestine must reach the cells of the body. The intestinal wall allows passage of sugar from the intestinal cavity into the bloodstream. That passage takes place in both a healthy individual and in an individual with diabetes. Once the bloodstream has acquired sugar from the intestines, then special endocrine cells in the pancreas get a signal. That signal tells those cells, located in the Islets of Langerhans, to release insulin (a chemical that acts on the body’s cells). The specific pancreatic cel
    By: Danta's Articles
     
    Glyco Nutrients And The Diabetes Myth
    2008-05-21 00:37:23
    by Spencer HuntDiabetes is a term that has been used to describe a condition that can affect the way that the body is able to process glucose. Even though glucose is important to your health since it is your body's primary source of fuel, too much of it can result in minor to major health problems. Scientific research conducted over the years has led to hopeful findings that have shown us how to prevent and effectively treat diabetes. One such aid that is gaining popularity is the use of pharmaceutical grade glyconutrients supplements. Glyconutrients are eight essential carbohydrates that have just recently been discovered to be essential for cell-to-cell communication. These simple sugars are actually monosaccharides which are responsible for cell-to-cell communication. Through these simple sugars, glyconutrients, allow your cells to communicate or "talk" with each other. This is extremely important because the body's cells are the building blocks of its entire structure and physiolog
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    Diabetes, What’s In A Word? Why Overcomplicate Things?
    2008-05-21 00:36:14
    by The Health WarriorNow I know that conventional wisdom says that you are Diabetic because it is hereditary or that they still have not discovered the cause of Diabetes in you. What a load of baloney! How can someone who calls themselves a medical ‘professional’ get this simple thing so wrong? Well my friend, the answer is simple. They overcomplicate everything there is to know about medicine. Everything that we know about disease is nothing more than the huge pharmaceutical giants trying to fool you into thinking that you know nothing about disease. And why not? If a person is made feel as if they know nothing, then they will obviously go to the people who they think know what is going on, their physicians and the Pharmaceutical industry! What does the word Diabetes mean to you? What images does it conjure up in your mind? And why are these images so hurtful to you and to the people who love you? The answer is simple, because people are afraid of the things that they do not under
    By: Danta's Articles
     
    Review: Diabetes Nutritional Supplement
    2008-05-21 00:35:26
    by Keith StandiferVitamin E is one of the most important vitamins for people with diabetes. The role of vitamin E in the diet of the diabetic is to improve insulin activity and acts as a blood oxygenator by performing as an antioxidant. The onset of Type 2 diabetes is seen more often in diabetics that have been shown to have low blood levels of vitamin E. Vitamin E improves glucose tolerance in non-diabetic elderly and adults with Type 2 diabetes (NIDDM) . Damage caused by free-radicals in the blood stream is associated with a deficiency of Vitamin E. The lining of the vascular system can be damaged by the lack vitamin E. This damage to the vascular system may be prevented by the antioxidant activity of vitamin E. Increasing the vitamin E level in diabetics can protect the diabetic from diabetic cataracts.Diabetics should take mineral supplementation as well. Specifically the mineral selenium should also be taken as it acts with Vitamin E in a complimentary fashion. Please note that Di
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    Prevent Diabetes With Atkins Diet Induction Menu
    2008-05-21 00:34:41
    by Toni RokHigh protein diet invented by Dr. Atkins continues to be possibly one of the most widespread low carbohydrate, high protein diets ever used. Its attractiveness has helped start numerous look-a-like diets which apply the same workings of low carbohydrate, high protein diet. In the present day we have several low carbohydrate, protein high diets to select from. Medical studies have proven that protein high eating has countless helpful influences as well as produce substantial fat burning without the need to restrict calories. Countless people who utilize the low-carbohydrate, high-protein Dr. Atkins diet have also reported this. Many medical studies have reported that low carb intake enhances triclycerides, lowers blood glucose for people with diabetes problem and pre-diabetics and increases beneficial cholesterol (HDL). High-protein, low-carbohydrate diet plan has been continuously proven to increase insulin sensitivity, cuts down blood pressure and cut blood insulin levels.
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    Green Tea may prevent Diabetes
    2008-05-21 00:33:55
    by Laurent MikhailBesides the cancer prevention capabilities already attributed to Green Tea, a new recent studio has proved that it could help to prevent type-2 diabetes by improving glucose tolerance. The miraculous ingredient contained by Green Tea called EGCG, have shown capabilities to improve glucose tolerance in rodents, which resulted in prevention of type 2 diabetes in lab tests. Although this result was obtained in rodents, other benefits already attributed to Green Tea in humans may us infer that this will apply to humans as well, despite further research has to be made. The study who was made on a group of mice who were severely diabetic, showed that while different amounts of EGCG was added to their diet, they were able to reduce naturally up to 48 percent their glucose levels. The blood tests also showed that they reduced levels of fatty acids, triglycerides and cholesterol, improving general health. The well known weight loss capabilities of green tea, which are the prod
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    Watch Out, Diabetes Can Cause Blurred Vision or Even Blindness
    2008-05-21 00:33:02
    by Aron WalladHere we are in the age of speed. We want everything fast. Our food (and that could be another problem), our work and searching on the internet. Now where am I going with an article about blurred vision? With diabetes reaching epidemic proportions, more and more people like you and me are losing part or all of our sight. How will you be able to live in a faster world when eyesight is so important if your vision keeps decreasing? Diabetes is the number one culprit for vision loss and blurred vision in the United States. The American Academy of Ophthalmology claims that if you are a diabetic you have a 25 times more chance of losing your site or getting at least blurred vision than someone without the disease. I repeat a 25 times more chance of losing your sight with diabetes. This is scary. Initially blurred vision may come and go as your blood sugar levels improve or get worse. But over time higher blood sugar levels start to damage the blood vessels in the back of the eye
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    Diabetes Basics for Your Benefit
    2008-05-21 00:31:24
    by Aron WalladYou have just found out you have diabetes. No reason to be alarmed. You need to make some lifestyle changes to reduce the possibility of developing a serious situation from your new found ailment. A serious situation could be a heart attack, kidney problems, high blood pressure, vision loss, or an amputation of a limb, usually a foot. Do I have your attention? Taking the appropriate steps to care for yourself and you can live a long and prosperous life.Did you miss some of the signs associated with diabetes when you were a pre diabetic? With one of the symptoms being - there is no symptom - it might have been a little difficult to see your diabetes coming at you. That is why it is important to get physicals on at least a yearly basis to see what is happening with your body. Your doctor may have been able to point out that your blood sugar has been increasing and now you need to start adjusting your diet so you could lower blood sugar levels. Get your eyes checked out as w
    By: Danta's Articles
     
    Sports Drinks and Diabetes
    2008-05-21 00:29:08
    by Shannon HoovenHow many times have you been to a high school sports game? Have you ever noticed the amount of sports drinks they consume during a 40 minute basketball game? Have you ever wondered how much of that stuff they may drink in a day, even a week? Perhaps everyday for many years. Did you ever think it may cause Type2 Diabetes? I never did until it happened to me.In high school I played three sports and lifted weights everyday. I was very active and healthy. My body was not overweight, although I ate like most teens do. Fast food, junk food, whatever I could call a meal.Fast forward ten years. I was now over weight. I did not play sports anymore and I was still eating the same meals as before, Fast food. It was the same lifestyle I had ten years before, but without the exercise. What happened next was I got Type2 Diabetes. This may sound a little odd. After many talks with my doctor , we concluded that sports drinks may have been the underlying cause of my Type2 Diabetes. Whi
    By: Danta's Articles
     
    Tame Type2 Diabetes Without Drugs
    2008-05-21 00:27:47
    by Shannon HoovenHow many times have you left your doctors office with a new prescription? Always the excuse that the last pill was not working and lets try this new pill. After awhile you start to feel like a lab rat. Your medicine cabinet at home is starting to look like isle four at your local Target store. With all the new medication that is on the market or in clinical studies you start to wonder if there will ever be the right pill just for you. Chances are not in this life time.Being a diabetic myself, I have been bounced from one drug to the next. Each time the doctor claiming that this pill will be better for you. Could it be that the drug manufactures are paying doctors to push their new drugs? Over time I have started to think that maybe, just maybe, I could control my diabetes without the help of drugs. With a little searching for information and some serious will power I have begun my mission to become drug free.When I was first diagnoses with type 2 diabetes my A1C was at
    By: Danta's Articles
     
    Diabetes And The Wall
    2008-05-21 00:26:39
    by Shannon HoovenSo many times I’ve heard a diabetic say “ I give up”. For one reason or another, the toll of this disease has not only beaten them physically, but also mentally. The long months of diets and exercise with little or no results slowly convince them their efforts are useless. Before to long they are back to eating unhealthy and not exercising. There seems to be no way out. Stressed out and filled with anxiety they become depressed. They have hit the wall and cannot get over the top.We all have felt the Wall. In one point in our lives or another we have come across a time when we thought that we just cant go on. Physically and mentally. Marathon runners claim that they hit the wall midway through their grueling twenty six mile run. They also claim that the last half of the race was easier than the first. How could that be? The truth may be they have enormous amounts of adrenaline pumping through their system. Or perhaps they kept on fighting, knowing as soon as they
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    Diabetic Foot Care - How to Avoid Future Problems in Diabetes
    2008-05-21 00:25:20
    by Mary Rose AntonioAs more and more of the population struggles with their weight, it's not surprising that the incidence of diabetes is on the rise. With better medical testing, more and more cases of diabetes are being diagnosed.If you, or someone you love, have been diagnosed with diabetes, there are several things you should know about living with the disease.Two of the most significant side effects of diabetes are nerve damage and poor blood flow. Nerve damage results when the nerve cells' normal functioning has been disrupted by too much sugar in the blood. This changes the structure and behavior of the cells, causing them to respond poorly. Diabetics often lose sensation in their feet, making them prone to cuts and puncture wounds that they cannot feel. Left untreated, these cuts and puncture wounds can become infected and dangerous. The loss of sensation in any of the extremities is termed diabetic neuropathy.The second most significant side effect of diabetes is poor blood fl
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    Diet for Gestational Diabetes
    2008-05-19 14:30:18
    Approximately 4% of women who are pregnant in the United States will be affected by gestational diabetes. It is a misunderstood disease in that medical research has been unable to pinpoint why women suffer from it during pregnancy only to see it disappear after the baby is born. The stress and increased hormonal activity associated with pregnancy is thought to be a factor but women who are at risk will need to follow a diet for gestational diabetes. Expectant mothers who were already diabetic at the time of conception will also need to follow this type of diet. Any woman with gestational diabetes should consult with a registered dietician to help create the proper diet plan for her and her unborn baby. Control of blood sugar levels during pregnancy is of the utmost importance and modification of dietary intake is the best way to accomplish this.During a pregnancy the goal of the diet for gestational diabetes is to ensure the proper amount of calories and nutrients for the mother and ba
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    Brittle Diabetes Treatment Challenge In Many Ways
    2008-05-19 14:25:14
    Brittle diabetes treatment is fully discussed in the Annals of Endocrinology published in Paris. Lille University Hospital's Endocrinology and Metabolism Department reported this under the title Management Strategies for Brittle Diabetes. With the advent of SMBG (self monitoring of blood glucose), the term brittle diabetes treatment is not often heard although we still know it as the roller coaster swings of the blood glucose level. Although now rare, the few with type 1 diabetes have to live with this condition. That said, it is not the end of the world; it is just a challenge one has to meet. The key to achieving a blood glucose level to as normal target as possible without severe hypoglycemia is lifestyle. It is all about consistency in lifestyle, in carbohydrate intake, and insulin injections and exercise. If all the aforementioned are constant, chances are the blood sugar level will be stable. While brittle diabetes and so its treatment is sometimes not attended to except for hypo
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    Diabetes Exercise Prescription
    2008-05-19 14:12:24
    The exercise prescription involves four things: (1) the activity you choose, (2) the frequency with which you participate in it, (3) the intensity of your participation, and (4) the duration of the activity. These choices are based on your physical fitness, as determined by your physician. For the frequency, determine whether you are going to exercise three, four, or more times a week. Aim for a minimum of four times per week. Do not allow more than two days in a row to pass without taking some opportunity to exercise. Start slowly-every other day is recommended. Then add more days as tolerated. The intensity is determined by your target heart rate (the pulse rate above the threshold and below the ceiling). If you are able to sing or talk while you are exercising, then you can assume you are exercising at the proper intensity. Remember the Borg Scale of Perceived Exertion? What is the range of your perceived exertion scale?The older you are, the more slowly you should start the activit
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    Free Child Diabetes Wizdom Education Kit (USA)
    2008-05-18 20:07:57
    If your child suffers from Diabetes you can now help educate them further with a free kit from the American Diabetes Association. The kit puts a fun, yet educational spin on helping both you and your child learn more about living with diabetes. Click here to request your free sample
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    free download game G4H 2008: Serious Games For Improving Diabetes Self-Management
    2008-05-16 01:34:03
    Via: Games for Health 2008 - Early Content Preview and Changemakers.net - "Why Games Matter" CompetitionGames for Health Session - Diabetes in Context : How We Used High End Trivia Games to Target Adults with Diabetes Speaker: Tom Hunter, Glymetrix Diabetes is reaching epidemic proportions in the developed world. According to the World Health Organization: "Diabetes is a major threat to global public health that is rapidly getting worse, and the biggest impact is on adults of working age in developing countries. At least 171 million people worldwide have diabetes. This figure is likely to more than double by 2030 to reach 366 million."In this talk Tom Hunter of Glymetrix will speak about how they specifically built their diabetes management game to target adults with diabetes. Glymetrix not only targeted adults because they are a large patient population but also for aspects of adult cognition and how games fit into adult life. Glimetrix's Diabetes Self-Management ApproachGlymetrix hel
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    Diabetes cause caught 'red-handed' for the first time
    2008-05-09 21:19:08
    Scientists at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis working with diabetic mice have examined in unprecedented detail the immune cells long thought to be responsible for type 1 diabetes. read more
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    Turning My Black Thumb Against Diabetes
    2008-05-09 10:57:00
    Year 2 in my quest to use my organic garden as a tool for better health by Sean Kelley When my wife and I bought our farm eight years ago, it seemed out of place for us. Despite growing up in rural... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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    La grasa que se acumula en el trasero puede prevenir la diabetes
    2008-05-08 07:47:49
    Un tipo de grasa que se acumula en el trasero puede prevenir la diabetes, afirman científicos estadounidenses. Según un estudio publicado por la revista Cell Metabolism, la grasa situada justo bajo la piel aumenta la sensibilidad a la insulina, que regula el azúcar en la sangre. Transplantando grasa a las nalgas de ratones los investigadores descubrieron [...]
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    Jay Cutler diagnosed with Diabetes: He lost 32 pounds
    2008-05-02 14:59:17
    So ever wonder how to lose weight fast ladies? Just ask Denver Broncos Quarterback Jay Cutler. Cutler held a press conference today to talk about being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. Cutler says having his diabetes is “a relief” after being dogged by nearly months by severe loss of energy and weight. “It’s [...]
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    Broncos QB Cutler Has Type 1 Diabetes
    2008-05-02 05:56:54
    Bronco quarterback Jay Cutler has diabetes.  Team doctors recently diagnosed the most serious form of the disease, Type One, which means Cutler needs daily insulin shots.  Cutler is already on insulin, and taking part in offseason workouts.  The Broncos are confident that he’ll be able to play without complications.  Diabetics in sports history include Bobby [...]
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    Jay Cutler has type 1 diabetes
    2008-05-01 22:25:32
    Below is the Jay Cutler article from 7 news .    ****************************** Life as Broncos quarterback Jay Cutler once knew it has changed. Cutler was recently diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes, a Broncos source confirmed. While this is the most serious type of diabetes, making Cutler insulin dependent, the Broncos are confident it will not negatively impact his career performance. Cutler, who could not be reached for comment, has been taking insulin shots since he was diagnosed and has been participating in the Broncos' offseason workout program. Several athletes have enjoyed long professional careers while playing with Type 1 diabetes, including former big-league baseball stars Ron Santo and Jackie Robinson and hockey's Bobby Clarke. Among the former NFL players who played despite Type 1 diabetes were center Jay Leeuwenburg, who starred at the University of Colorado, quarterback Wade Wilson, and defensive back Mike Echols. "People need to understand this is very treat
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    Diabetes and Alzheimer's disease linked
    2008-04-30 12:50:38
    Diabetic individuals have a significantly higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease but the molecular connection between the two remains unexplained. read more
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    Diabetes Early Symptoms
    2008-04-27 09:09:00
    Diabetes is a condition featuring unusually high levels of glucose in the bloodstream. Insulin, produced by the pancreas, is used by the body to lower blood glucose levels. Insulin is manufactured in the pancreas by beta cells that are found in the Islets of Langerhans in the pancreas. This deficiency in the production of insulin and the resistance of some tissues from receiving insulin results to diabetes. Insulin, produced by the pancreas, is used by the body to lower blood glucose levels. If someone's pancreas doesn't generate enough insulin . Excess glucose is passed out of the body through urine. Excess urination appears because of the large quantity of sugar that are deversed in the urine. This will make a person urinate very often making him wake in the middle of the night. Excess urination are often associated with diabetes problems The cause of excess urination is high sugar content in the urine. It will make the person go to the bathroom often to urinate and often disrupts t
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    Herbs Vitamins Supplements Useful In Treatment Of Diabetes
    2008-04-23 13:50:54
    There are many natural herbs, vitamins, and supplements that can be used in the treatment of diabetes - here are eight of the more popular ones.Garlic Garlic has been shown in many studies to lower blood sugar by stimulating the pancreas to produce more insulin. It is believed that the anti-oxidant, allicin, which is found in garlic is responsible for these benefits.Cinnamon Research suggests that as little as 1 gram of cinnamon a day may lower both blood glucose levels and cholesterol levels.Bitter Melon Both the fruit and the seeds in bitter melon are known to decrease blood sugar levels in diabetics. It is believed that bitter melon increases blood glucose uptake into the liver and muscles.Chromium Chromium is also thought to help diabetics control blood sugar levels however evidence is mixed. Chromium is found in cheese, peanuts, apples, oranges, pineapple, most leafy vegetables, mushrooms, nuts, and grains.Zinc Low zinc levels has been found to impair the production of insulin by
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    Infectious Diabetes and Obesity New Genetically Engineered Plague?
    2008-04-23 13:49:07
    The following vital information is, frankly, frightening, as it means that we have entered into a new world of disease never before imagined. This is not a conspiracy theory. When you read what follows, you will understand why this issue may already be known by a select few, but kept from the public domain. The issue has to deal with obesity and type 2 diabetes. Over the last several decades, obesity and diabetes have become epidemic. Children, adults, poor people, wealthy people, Americans, Africans - all over the world people are becoming obese and developing diabetes. We are concerned that the current epidemic of obesity and diabetes may be caused by a new problem, never before considered because it never before existed. Of course, when you think of the cultural/lifestyle causes of obesity and diabetes, the answer quickly comes that these people need to eat less and exercise more. Our lifestyles have become sedentary, and people have become more spectators, and less doers. And cater
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    Cure For Type 2 Diabetes
    2008-04-17 12:55:22
    Now that type 2 has gone beyond the level of mere concern for people with obesity and has crept into the everyday domain of people who at first glance seem fairly healthy, re education against this terrible affliction is a must. Type 2 diabetes is here in record numbers and is now an epidemic. Only a few decades ago, the statistics for people suffering from type 2 or adult onset diabetes was tiny, records vary but somewhere in the region of 1 in every 100000 seemed to be the general consensus. Fast forward a few decades and the numbers are a little insane to say the least, again records vary but somewhere in the region of 1 in 20 are either diagnosed type 2 diabetic or as of yet pre diabetic and unaware - this is a ridiculous jump in figures in such a short space of time and to add an even bigger slant on the above figures - THESE ARE JUST FOR THE U.S!It is no exaggeration to say that this disease or metabolic disorder, depending on your angle, is probably the biggest growing health pr
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    Lower rate of Obesity and Diabetes in Vegetarians
    2008-04-16 00:28:49
    Approximately 65% of the U.S. population is overweight and 31% is obese. Vegans have much lower rates of obesity, and on average weigh 10% less than non-vegetarians. In addition to looking slimmer, being lighter reduces the risk of a myriad of health problems including respiratory problems, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease.In a study of over 25,000 Seventh Day Adventists, vegetarians were found to have significantly lower rates of diabetes. Among men in the study, risk for diabetes was a whopping 80% higher in men who ate meat, after adjusting for weight.
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    No More Type I or Type II Diabetes!
    2008-04-15 09:42:15
    I am so happy to share with you a pH Miracle case study for Type I Diabetes.The story begins two months ago with a 6 year old child named Gabriel who was diagnosed with onset Type I Diabetes. Through Gabriel's parents I had the honor to meet and work with Gabriel to help him reverse this condition.When I looked at Gabriel's live and dried blood he had all the markers for the condition he had been diagnosed with by his doctor - Type I diabetes.The blood showed:1) White spots on the red blood cells,2) Targets in the center of the red blood cells,3) Yeast cells, like candida in the blood plasma, and4) A dark protein ring in the center of the coagulated blood, indicating bowel congestion.I shared with Gabriel and his parents that diabetes starts in the bowel not in the pancreas. Balancing blood sugars has everything to do with restoring the alkaline pH of the small and large intestines by eliminating the congestion of undigested chicken, beef, pork and fish. I helped them understand that
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    More Vitamin D in Childhood Cuts Later Diabetes Risk
    2008-04-15 09:42:15
    (HealthDay News) -- Children who take vitamin D supplements may be less likely to develop type 1 diabetes later in life, according to researchers who analyzed the findings of five previously published studies.The researchers found that children who were given additional vitamin D were about 30 percent less likely to develop type 1 diabetes than children who didn't receive vitamin D supplements. The evidence also indicated that the higher and more regular the dose of vitamin D, the lower the risk of developing diabetes.The findings were published online in the journal Archives of Disease in Childhood.Type 1 diabetes, an autoimmune disorder, develops when insulin-producing cells in the pancreas are destroyed by the body's immune system, a process that begins in early infancy, according to background information in the review study.The incidence of type 1 diabetes is increasing by about 3 percent a year, and it's estimated that new cases of the disease will have increased 40 percent betwe
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    Recognizing the Signs Of Diabetes Could I have Diabetes?
    2008-04-11 11:36:59
    Many people who have not been diagnosed with Diabetes, or have not been told they are in the 'at risk' category are content to simply leave it at that. They may well be suffering from mild cases of diabetes and their lack of knowledge may be pushing them faster and faster towards a full blown case of Type Two Diabetes. Estimates of the number of Diabetes sufferers in the United State suggest that nearly six million of the 17 million diabetics do not know they have the disease. Diabetes comes in two forms known as Type I and Type II. When the pancreas is completely unable to produce Insulin the diagnosis is Type I diabetes. In type II diabetes the body is still able to produce Insulin, but not in sufficient amounts, or the body cannot process it properly. The classic symptoms of suffering from Diabetes include:1. Frequent Urination - Because high blood sugar levels increase the rate of bloodflow, urination becomes more frequent.2. Thirst - As a result of more frequent urination the body
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    Diabetes and Your Body
    2008-04-11 11:34:19
    Diabetes is a disease in which the body cannot produce insulin properly. Insulin is a hormone needed to convert sugars, starches and other food into energy that wee need for day to day activities. According to the American Diabetes Association (ADA), over 20.8 million children and adults in the United States have diabetes, while another 6.2 million people don't even know that they have the disease.Detecting Diabetes People are tested for diabetes through two types of tests: a fasting plasma glucose test (FPGT) or an Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT). Both tests are used to determine whether or not a person is predisposed to Diabetes or if the person already has Diabetes. FPG tests that result in blood glucose levels of 126 mg or higher indicate that a person has diabetes. OGT tests that result in blood glucose levels of 200 mg or higher indicate that a person has diabetes.Types of Diabetes There are several types of diabetes. The most commonly known ones are Type 1 diabetes and Type 2
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    Diabetes Myths Must for Every Diabetic to Know
    2008-04-11 08:58:26
    I and food are key components of diabetes care. Diabetics have many doubts and suspicions. It's no surprise that a lot of myths in diabetes revolve around these two topics. In this article I have tried to clear these myths so that more and more diabetics have the true knowledge to for better management.Myth No.1> No Symptoms of Diabetes Appear before Damage Has Occurred Diabetes is sometimes called "the Silent Disease," but this is not true. Diabetes actually has plenty of symptoms like increased urination, increased thirst, dry skin, fatigue, blurry vision, irritability, extreme hunger, eating without weight gain, unexpected and unusual weight loss, these symptoms aren't severe, so they often go unnoticed by parents and caretakers.Put simply, it's hard to accept the fact that there's something seriously wrong with body.Myth No.2> Type 1 Diabetes and Type 2 Diabetes Are the Same Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes share some common characteristics but they are hardly the same disease. They diff
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    Prevent Type 2 Diabetes with Green Tea
    2008-04-09 20:51:13
    Green tea extract may help prevent type-2 diabetes through improved glucose tolerance (NewsTarget) A new study by DSM Nutritional Products shows that epigallocatechin gallate, commonly known as EGCG, improves glucose tolerance in diabetic rodents and could be a positive addition to dietary prevention of type 2 diabetes, if the results can be applied to humans. “To our [...]
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    Reversing Type 2 Diabetes May Be Easier Than You Think
    2008-04-09 05:14:58
    Reversing Type 2 Diabetes May Be Easier Than You Think ��"By Paul Phillips www.HealthNewsLive.net What is type 2 diabetes? Type 2 diabetes is defined as the body’s inability to control and regulate blood glucose levels. Good effective insulin is produced, but the mechanisms whereby glucose is taken into the cells for metabolism fails. This results in high blood glucose levels. This ineffectiveness concerns every cell in the body. Thus, the cells are denied vital energy supplies. Type 2 diabetes could lead to some very serious illness or death. The current situation In the USA the American Diabetes Association reports there are well over 20 million people with type 2 diabetes. This represents around 7% of the population. Diabetes UK reports there are over 2 million in Britain; while three quarters of a million don’t yet know they have it (it takes about 6 or 7 years for the disease to manifest). -No doubts that this epidemic, mostly confined to the westernised world, has esc
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    Diabetes Frequency of Testing Diabetes
    2008-04-06 14:43:27
    Studies in various parts of the country have indicated that the single blood-glucose measurement, done in the physician's office every few weeks or months, is still the most common method of diabetes management in the United States. However, other studies have demonstrated the futility of this type of management, and more and more people are being treated by physicians who weigh the results of self testing of blood glucose (SMBG) and glycosylated hemoglobin of some form (such as HgAic or HgAi), rather than having a single blood-glucose measurement done. The philosophy of obtaining a fasting or postmeal blood-glucose measurement in the doctor's office is that blood glucose is relatively stable and that the measurement obtained thus reflects the level over the past few weeks and predicts the level for the next few weeks. Nothing could be further from the truth. We reviewed a patient's chart recently and found the following office blood sugars at 3-month intervals: 217, 67, 197, 46, and 1
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    Managing Diabetes with Diabetic Medical Supplies
    2008-04-02 15:13:41
    Left untreated diabetes can cause life threatening complications such as cardiovascular disease, nerve damage, kidney failure, high blood pressure, and vision issues. There is currently no cure for diabetes but by using proper management techniques built on medications, diet and exercise, and blood glucose monitoring you can see why diabetic medical supplies are so important. A working and well maintained blood glucose monitor is one of the most important pieces of equipment for managing diabetes. With out one of these handy little devices it would be nearly impossible to manage the affects of diabetes. Depending on the type and severity of their disease the diabetic will check their blood glucose levels anywhere from 3 to 7 times a day. Blood glucose meters can be bought at just about any pharmacy but a better way to get one is through an online diabetic medical supply company. Most of these companies will give you one for free when you sign up to use them as your testing supply provi
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    Relationship of Diabetes to Other Diseases and Conditions
    2008-04-02 15:12:26
    The Relationship of Diabetes to Other Diseases and Conditions The U.S. diabetes epidemic is more dangerous than most people realize. The Center for Disease Control recently indicated that more than 63% of Americans are at risk for diabetes due to a Body Mass Index (BMI) qualifying them as overweight. Diabetes not only causes other conditions and symptoms, but also is linked with kidney and cardiovascular diseases. To prevent complications, it's important to understand the relationship between diabetes and other diseases.Diabetic Retinopathy Retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes that causes decreased and blurry vision, and eventually blindness. The effect of diabetic retinopathy on vision depends on the stage of the disease. Diabetes' effect on the retina is a severe threat, mostly seen in elderly sufferers. People with diabetes also tend to experience long-term effects on the circulatory system. As diabetes progresses, the arteries in the retina weaken and form hemorrhages.
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    Diabetes, The Sillent Killer
    2008-04-02 12:52:00
    Banyak orang yang masih mengganggap penyakit diabetes merupakan penyakit orang tua atau penyakit yang hanya timbul karena faktor keturunan. Padahal, setiap orang dapat mengidap diabetes, baik tua maupun muda, termasuk Anda. Namun, yang perlu anda pahami adalah anda tidak sendiri.Menurut data WHO, Indonesia menempati urutan ke-4 terbesar dalam jumlah penderita Diabetes Mellitus di dunia. Pada tahun 2000 yang lalu saja, terdapat sekitar 5,6 juta penduduk Indonesia yang mengidap diabetes.Namun, pada tahun 2006 diperkirakan jumlah penderita diabetes di Indonesia meningkat tajam menjadi 14 juta orang, dimana baru 50 persen yang sadar mengidapnya dan di antara mereka baru sekitar 30 persen yang datang berobat teratur.Sangat disayangkan bahwa banyak penderita diabetes yang tidak menyadari dirinya mengidap penyakit yang lebih sering disebut penyakit gula atau kencing manis. Hal ini mungkin disebabkan minimnya informasi di masyarakat tentang diabetes terutama gejala-gejalanya.Sebagian besar kas
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    Sweet Treatment From Ayurveda For Diabetes
    2008-04-01 14:52:43
    Ayurvedic management of Diabetes depends on the strength of patient and type of diabetes he/she has. But some generalized management are mentioned below. If the patient has sufficient strength panchakarma treatment can be started with snehana followed by vamana and virechana. Virechana can be repeated frequently. Dhanwantharam Gritham is apt for snehanam. Pizhichil is good for a week. Takradhara can also yield good results. Internal medicines that can be used are katakakhadiradi kashayam, aragvadhadi kashayam, nisadi kashayam, mehari dravakam. Apart from these ayaskriti and lodhrasavam are good.Mehasamhari gulika, brihantmehantaka gulika, niruryadi gulika, svetagaunjadi gulika, haldi (turmeric), amalaki (gooseberry) choorna, nyagrodadhi churna, nisosiradi tailam,or eladi tailam can be added to the kashayams as the case may be. Shilajit, vasntakusumakara rasa, nag bhasma, vanga bhasma, and chandraprabha vati can be used favorably. Hyponidd tablets, Diabecon tablets, Mehanil tablets, Glu
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    Type 2 Diabetes Symptoms To Look Out For
    2008-04-01 14:50:32
    People who have a family history of diabetes as well as diabetes are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Also referred to as non-insulin dependent diabetes, type 2 diabetes is a condition wherein the body, over time, becomes resistant to insulin. This results to increased levels of blood sugar. The pancreas is responsible for producing insulin, a hormone. Insulin levels go up or down depending on how much glucose is present in the body. In general, insulin levels go up after eating, and go down when the stomach is empty. Insulin's primary function is to move glucose from the digestive system to the different parts of the body. If there is too much glucose in your body, the extra glucose is moved to the liver, where it is stored until the body becomes low on glucose. In essence, the pancreas, insulin, glucose and liver are all working together to achieve a highly complex balancing act. One of two things happen to people with type 2 diabetes. Either their pancreas stops producing enou
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    Important Diabetes Information To Know
    2008-03-31 15:30:45
    Diabetes is one of the health problems that people from all over the world are having to deal with. In the United States alone, about 20.8 million children and adults have diabetes, and that number continues to grow with each passing day. Although it is not clear as to what exactly causes diabetes, what is clear is that obesity and lack of exercise can increase a person's risk of developing diabetes. In order to function, the body needs some kind of fuel in the same way that cars need gasoline in order for it to run. The "gasoline" that our body needs in order to for it to function is called glucose. Without glucose, our body will cease to function. Every part of our body, including muscles and major organs, require glucose. When we eat, we supply our body with this fuel. Our body is able to convert sugar into glucose, but glucose is also the result of starches and carbohydrates that have been chemically broken down by the body. We now know that glucose is the fuel that makes our body
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    What Are the Different Types of Diabetes?
    2008-03-31 15:30:35
    There are two different types of diabetes; Type I and Type II. Type I Diabetes is usually diagnosed in children and very young adults. Type I Diabetes differs from Type II in that a person with Type I Diabetes does not produce insulin at all and insulin is needed to take sugar from the blood into the cells. Type I diabetes years ago used to be called Juvenile Diabetes as it was diagnosed in children at early ages. The symptoms of Type I and Type II Diabetes are very similar, frequent urination, frequent thirst, excessive hunger are three of the most common symptoms. A person with Type I Diabetes must be on insulin for the rest of his or her life. This does not mean that they cannot lead a long, productive life. In fact, people who are diagnosed young in life become accustomed to the treatment and are generally more compliant than those who are diagnosed with Type II diabetes later in life and who tend to ignore many treatment options. Years ago, a child who was diagnosed with Type I di
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    Gestational Diabetes: Best Health For Mom and Baby
    2008-03-30 00:43:00
    Expectant mothers take every precaution to ensure the very best health for their babies, and themselves. They must be aware of particular medical conditions, like gestational diabetes, that can affect the health of both mother and child. Fortunately, diabetes during pregnancy can be successfully moderated and treated. The American Association of Diabetes has indicated that there are two types of diabetes: Type II and I. Type I diabetes affects mostly children and adolescents, while Type II is often indicated in overweight adults. In some cases, diabetes is directly related to certain genetic problems. Another type of diabetes is of particular importance to pregnant women. Can a woman develop diabetes during pregnancy? Does a woman with diabetes need to take extra care during pregnancy? Is there a direct link between diabetes and pregnancy? Your healthcare provider can answer all of these important questions. There are particular considerations for a woman with diabetes to take into acc
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    Investigating the relationship between heart disease and diabetes
    2008-03-25 20:19:06
    Researchers from the College of Medicine, University of Arizona (USA) studied the relationship between heart disease and diabetes, which affects at very high levels to the Mexican-American community. “Diabetes is an epidemic that continues to grow every year and increasingly affects more people,” he said today in an interview with Efe, Betsy Dokken, which investigates the [...]
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    A link shown between antidepressants and type 2 diabetes
    2008-03-25 12:16:58
    While analyzing data from Saskatchewan health databases, Lauren Brown, researcher with the U of A’s School of Public Health, found people with a history of depression had a 30 per cent increased risk of type 2 Diabetes. read more
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    Symptoms of Type 1 Diabetes and Treatment
    2008-03-24 21:27:00
    What is diabetes? Diabetes is a disease caused by a lack of insulin (a hormone) in the human body. Insulin is needed by the body to metabolize (breakdown) the sugar that we eat. When insulin is not available the sugar levels in the body can rise to extremely high levels which can cause diseases of various body parts like the kidneys, eyes, nerves, hearts etc. There are two types of diabetes. Type 1 diabetes develops when the body can't produce the natural hormone insulin. If left untreated, symptoms include excessive thirst, passing excessive urine and weight loss. Symptoms of Type 1 diabetes Type 1 diabetes only takes a few weeks to develop. The initial symptoms include: • Increased production of urine (polyuria) • Excessive thirst (polydipsia) • Tiredness • Loss of weight If type 1diabetes isn't treated at this stage, the body begins to produce chemicals called ketones. This is because it tries to use energy sources other than glucose. The ketones build up in
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    11 genetic variations linked to type 2 diabetes
    2008-03-24 13:26:57
    Mathematicians at Michigan Technological University have developed powerful new tools for winnowing out the genes behind some of humanity’s most intractable diseases. With one, they can cast back through generations to pinpoint the genes behind inherited illness. With another, they have isolated 11 variations within genes -- called single nucleotide polymorphisms, SNPs or “snips” -- associated with type 2 diabetes. read more
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    Small Steps to Diabetes Prevention
    2008-03-21 02:25:00
    Recent studies have proven that people at high risk for type 2 diabetes can often prevent or delay the onset of diabetes with 30 minutes of physical activity 5 days a week and by losing 5 to 7% of their body weight. In other words, you don’t have to knock yourself out to prevent diabetes. The key is: small steps lead to big rewards. Here are some tips that might help.EASY STEPS to increase activity:Put away the TV remote control and get up to change the channel.Try walking around the house while you talk on the phone.Park the car farther away from stores, movie theaters or your office.Get off the bus one stop early, if you are in a safe place to walk.Visit museums, the zoo or an aquarium. These are great ways to be active with your family.EAT RIGHT. Try some of these tips to get started:You don’t have to cut out the foods you love to eat. Just cut down on the amount you eat, and eat them less often.Try to keep meat, poultry and fish servings down to three ounces - that’s about th
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    healing on diabetes
    2008-03-13 23:42:21
    Please pray for my side of te family and my husband’s side too.. to break the curse of diabetes. . . Let it be healing in the NAME of JESUS… thank you for your prayers support - Melina Montrose from San Diego, Calif
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    Are You at Risk For Diabetes? Take This Simple Quiz to Know
    2008-03-13 13:49:00
    My Health - Take this simple quiz to check yourself for your diabetes risk. Answer these questions:Are you overweight?Does anyone closely related to you by blood relation have diabetes?Are you over 40 years old?Have experience any of these symptoms regularly:Blurred visionUnexplained weight lossExtreme tirednessExcessive thirstFrequent urination during day or nightHave any of your children had a birth weight of 4.5 kilograms or more?Pregnant women and those who give birth to heavy babies can develop a temporary disorder named ' gestational diabetes ' which may increase a woman's risk of having type-2 diabetes later on.If your answer is YES for two or more of the above questions, you may be at risk or already have diabetes. Go to a nearby clinic for a blood sugar test, don't worry, it is painless. © My Health Some right reserved.
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