Every cell in the body requires energy to perform its functions. One of the primary fuels the body uses to supply energy to cells is glucose, a sugar produced in the body from food sources. Without glucose, the cell runs out of energy and dies. After eating, the level of blood sugar rises. A special molecule called insulin is required to transfer the sugar from the blood into the cells for the production... Read more >
People with diabetes have to take special care of themselves in order to manage their condition and prevent serious complications from arising. Although diabetes can cause vision loss, heart disease and kidney failure, with the proper care, diabetics can effectively ward off these complications. Living with diabetes means that people have to regularly check their blood glucose levels and possibly inject... Read more >
The thought of having to convert to eating a diabetic diet can be intimidating, especially to someone who is newly diagnosed with diabetes. After all, what makes a recipe appropriate for a person with diabetes? What's the best way to meet nutritional needs without compromising taste, convenience, and pleasure?In addition to managing your diet it is important to keep a close watch on your glucose levels. Find the... Read more >
You've just been told you have diabetes and your head is swirling with questions. The doctor said the most likely diagnosis is type 2 diabetes and that your symptoms will respond to proper diet and exercise. Or perhaps you've been diagnosed with gestational diabetes. The glucose tolerance test they had you take shows your body isn't able to keep up with its increased insulin demands now that you're... Read more >
Your diagnosis of diabetes may have been a surprise, and you may have more questions than answers at this point. You're not alone! Millions of Americans have diabetes and much research has been done on the subject. Answers exist for many of your questions, and those who've been there are often willing to share what works for them. Here are some frequently asked questions related to diabetes and diet. Will I... Read more >
A recent study shows great promise for those suffering from type-1 diabetes. Researchers were able to instigate insulin production in diabetic mice, effectively curing them of diabetes. Type-1 Diabetes is Caused by a Lack of Insulin Type-1 diabetes, sometimes referred to as juvenile-onset diabetes or insulin- dependent diabetes, is a lifelong disease caused by a deficiency in the pancreas. If the pancreas... Read more >
Fast Food Nutrition and Special Occasions for Diabetics Fitting diabetes and fast food — even junk food — into your diet may require a little extra creativity. Fortunately, many folks are conscious of what they eat these days, and eating fast food and following a diabetic diet are no longer completely incompatible as long as you know your fast food nutrition facts! Fast Food: Burgers and Fries? A four-ounce... Read more >
While researchers and doctors alike have long known the importance of omega-3 fatty acids in a heart-healthy diet, there has been some debate as to whether or not omega-3 fatty acids are beneficial for diabetics. Diabetes plagues people with high levels of triglycerides, a kind of fat carried through the bloodstream in packages known as lipoproteins. While omega-3 fatty acids do decrease the concentrations of... Read more >
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