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 >
Planning ahead is a good way to ensure that nutritional needs are met through a balanced diabetic diet. A nutritionist or dietician can design a meal plan that helps you control your diabetes and fits into your lifestyle. Ideally, each meal fills a portion of your nutritional requirements and over the course of an entire day you will eat a balanced diet. Plan Ahead Look at your meal plan, check nutritional... Read more >
Many doctors recommend exercising as a means of managing diabetes. Exercise helps control diabetes by helping you shed extra pounds and maintain an optimal weight. In addition, exercise can help regulate blood sugar levels and can strengthen your cardiovascular system. While many diabetics will need insulin to control their diabetes and will need to make certain changes to their diets, exercise is also a... Read more >
Once you or a loved one has been diagnosed with diabetes, you should arm yourself with a variety of diabetes tools to help achieve and maintain normal blood sugar levels. Diabetic supplies range from the mundane to the latest technological marvels. Whether you prefer simple, no-frills care or choose tools with all the bells and whistles, using diabetic supplies that are convenient and reliable is important... Read more >
NCERx recently asked diabetics' about their condition. Nearly 2200 responded to questions regarding their biggest concerns and their methods of managing their diabetes. Eighty percent of respondents suffer from type II diabetes and 88 percent are open about their condition. Thirty percent of respondents cited the long-term complications of diabetes as their biggest concern. Blindness, heart attack, and... Read more >
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