Diabetes

Overview According to the American Dietetic Association (ADA), all foods can be part of a healthy lifestyle. The key to good nutrition is to follow a diet that focuses on variety, moderation, portion control and balancing food with regular physical…
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Glucose is a main source of energy for the human body. Normally, the body regulates the amount of glucose, or blood sugar, in the blood stream. However, in some cases your blood sugar level can be too low, a condition…
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Formerly known as juvenile diabetes, type 1 diabetes is a condition in which the pancreas no longer produces the insulin a person needs to keep blood sugar in check. Without insulin to properly break down blood sugar–known as glucose–the body…
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Inability of the body either to produce sufficient amounts of insulin or to efficiently utilize the insulin produced leads to a health condition known as diabetes mellitus in children and adults. The former is type 1 diabetes whereas the latter…
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Involuntary weight loss, also known as unintentional or unexplained weight loss, may mystify those who experience it, particularly when no additional symptoms appear and no dietary or lifestyle changes have been made. It may also result from more obvious triggers,…
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Overview Diabetes mellitus is a condition in which the body loses its ability to remove excess sugar, in the form of glucose, from the blood. Glucose comes from food, and the body’s cells use it for energy. But too much…
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High-fructose corn syrup is a sweetener produced by converting glucose into fructose to form a mixture of the two sugars. It is used in a variety of foods and beverages for its ability to lengthen shelf life and for its…
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A diabetes mellitus diagnosis occurs when a group of metabolic diseases affects insulin secretion. Insulin affects the balance of glucose, commonly called blood sugar and the body’s main source of energy. An excessive amount of glucose in the blood can…
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The body needs glucose for energy; it is especially critical for the brain and the rest of the central nervous system. While most cases of low blood sugar are due to the effects of medications for diabetes, some cases are…
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Though most anyone can experience high blood sugar (hyperglycemia), it is most common among people with blood sugar-related medical conditions, such as diabetes. According to the American Diabetic Association, lifestyle alterations, such as regular exercise and a diet aimed toward…
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The pancreas releases the hormone insulin. The job of insulin inside the body is to lower blood sugar levels. When the body becomes resistant to the effects of insulin, an individual’s health is in serious jeopardy. According the Mayo Clinic,…
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According to the American Dietetic Association, in order to maintain a healthy weight, your energy intake must be balanced. The best way to fuel the body is by choosing a variety of nutrient dense foods that are loaded with energy,…
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Overview High blood sugar, also known as hyperglycemia, is a common occurrence in people with diabetes. It results from a defect in insulin production or utilization. Hyperglycemia can be managed and treated. Biology Sugar in the blood is in the…
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Foot complications are common in diabetic patients and often are caused by the body’s poor circulatory system. According to PodiatryChannel.com, leg and foot problems are the primary cause of hospitalization for diabetics. Diabetes is also the main reason for amputations…
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Diabetes insipidus is entirely different from diabetes mellitus, or what most people refer to simply as “diabetes.” Diabetes insipidus is marked by the frequent production of large amounts of urine, which is typically clear and very dilute. Diabetes inspidus can…
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In the event of an emergency, you need to have food that is convenient, non-perishable, transportable and, above all, nutritious to sustain you until basic foods are available again. That is why Ready America, an initiative sponsored by the U.S….
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Overview People with diabetes have high levels of glucose in the bloodstream, and they often need supplemental insulin to help them properly absorb glucose into the cells. Unless cells absorb adequate amounts of glucose, cell functioning is impaired, because glucose…
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1. Foot Neuropathy Foot neuropathy is a fairly common problem faced by diabetics. Neuropathy causes tingling, numbness and eventual loss of feeling in fingers and toes. Diabetics with foot neuropathy lose sensation in their toes and the soles of their…
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Overview Adipose tissue is the anatomical name for fat. From a health standpoint, having excess pounds can open you up to a number of physical conditions. According to the American Heart Association, if you have too much fat–especially in your…
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Overview Diabetes is a chronic health condition that affects more than 220 million people worldwide, according to the World Health Organization. Complications related to diabetes include heart disease, stroke, kidney failure, blindness, and amputations. The good news is according to…
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According to the National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse, roughly 23.6 million, or 7.8 percent of Americans, had some type of diabetes in 2007. Of that population, 17.9 million were confirmed cases while the remaining 5.7 million went undiagnosed or untreated. Of…
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1. You Don’t Need Sugar Avoiding hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar as it’s commonly called, does not mean that you need to eat more sugar. In fact, eating more simple sugars or sucrose (white sugar) found in your sugar bowl,…
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When you are newly diagnosed with diabetes, there are many terms that might be new to you. It may be confusing when your doctor is talking to you about your condition and management of this very common but serious disease….
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Overview Gestational diabetes affects two to ten percent of all pregnancies, according to the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. It brings additional challenges to the experience of pregnancy. Your health care provider will prescribe treatments that will help you…
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A blood sugar level above 160 mg/dL can indicate that a patient has high blood sugar, a condition also referred to as hyperglycemia, explains the Joslin Diabetes Center, a leading diabetes research and clinical care organization in Boston. High blood…
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Banaba is used as a folk medicine. It has ellagic acid derivatives, which is a phytochemical found in many plants that acts as an antioxidant. It also has substances that are possible glucose transport enhancers, tannins, several amino acids and…
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Overview The condition known as hypoglycemia occurs when blood sugar, or glucose, levels drop too low. The condition is treatable, but causes serious complications when left untreated. Low blood sugar is a common reaction for diabetics from medicine, irregular diet…
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Amaryl (glimepiride) is a prescription medication indicated to help lower blood sugar levels in patients with Type 2 diabetes. This medication is administered orally and should only be taken as prescribed by your doctor. Amaryl is part of a class…
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Actos (pioglitazone) is a medication used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. It may be used in conjunction with other medications, dietary changes and exercise. Before taking Actos, tell your doctor if you have congestive heart failure or heart…
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Diabetes mellitus occurs when a group of metabolic diseases that affect insulin secretion, says “Understanding Medical Surgical Nursing” by Linda Williams and Paula Hopper. Insulin affects the blood glucose, commonly referred to as blood sugar, and the balance of glucose…
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