Are you new to diabetes? Diabetes is a disease that can be very challenging for people to deal with as it requires a lifestyle change. If you’re someone who has just recently discovered they have ( #t1d ) type 1 or ( #t2d ) type 2 diabetes, it can be quite alarming. Hopefully, this article…
Previously Published on Timesnownews.com – Although diabetes can be managed with medication, experts recommend trying to do so by adopting lifestyle changes such as following a low-carbohydrate, sugar-free diet and getting ample workouts. In this article, you’ll learn how blueberries can help combat diabetes. KEY HIGHLIGHTS Insulin is a hormone that helps the cells absorb glucose…
Previously Published on HealthCentral – IF YOU’VE JUST been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, or you’ve been living with it for a while, your doctor has likely given you a prescription for insulin—and you’re likely a little less than thrilled at the prospect of being on this medication for the rest of your life. But what…
Previously Published on dnyuz.com – Brian Shelton’s life was ruled by Type 1 diabetes. Could it be a cure for Type 1 Diabetes? It Has Worked for One Man. When his blood sugar plummeted, he would lose consciousness without warning. He crashed his motorcycle into a wall. He passed out in a customer’s yard while delivering mail….
Previously Published on ArabNews.com – The revolutionary new type 2 diabetes pill introduced in Saudi Arabia is called GLP-1 RA. The drug controls blood sugar through 4 key mechanisms, removing the need for injections. JEDDAH: In Saudi Arabia, one in five people are diagnosed with the chronic progressive disease type 2 diabetes. This figure is double the…
Did you know that insulin was discovered one hundred years ago? In 1921, Canadian scientist Frederick Banting identified the medical potential of insulin in diabetes treatment. Since that time, the lives of people who have high blood sugar levels have drastically changed. Namely, their life expectancy has increased, as well as their standard of living….
Approximately half of all Americans have periodontal (gum disease), reports the CDC. However, around 91% of Americans over the age of 20 have had cavities at some point in their lives. The statistics are worrisome, considering both cavities and gum disease can lead to tooth loss and a plethora of other health issues. Diabetes oral…
People diagnosed with high blood pressure often fear taking drugs to keep their numbers low all their lives. However, this does not have to be the case. Incorporating lifestyle changes and activities provides a natural way to help regulate your blood pressure and help you live a life not pegged on heavy medication. Some activities…
Body mass index (BMI) is an analytical method used in most hospital environments. Though it has been widely used for decades as the go-to measurement for health based on body size, it has been highly derided for generalizing what it means to be healthy. Many people believe that BMI is outdated and incorrect and should…