Diabetes information
The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that around 422 million people have diabetes worldwide. Compared to high-income countries, prevalence has been increasing more quickly in low- and middle-income countries. Moreover, the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) predicts that by 2045, every one in eight individuals will have diabetes, translating to a 46% rise. These figures are…
Natives of the Lone Star State love indulging in BBQ sauce, corn dogs, Dr. Pepper, and ice cream. Texans are extremely friendly and know how to enjoy life. One thing they are passionate about is food, most importantly, junk food. But that habit is turning out to be a curse for the state’s residents. According to…
Public health is a diverse and expansive field. It’s the cornerstone of societal wellness, dedicated to improving the overall health of communities. As we turn the lens to more specialized areas, the importance of expertise in diabetes health and fitness comes into sharp focus. With the rise in diabetes cases worldwide, there’s an increasing demand…
Previously Published on TheStarPress.com — A program through Novo Nordisk now allows low-income and uninsured diabetics to receive insulin for free or at a low cost. In the 1980s, Jerry Henkle’s father noticed that he was drinking more water than usual, which led them to suspect diabetes. They went to the doctor for an A1C test, which rates…
Previously Published on Ksat.com – Research shows that if you have more than three sugar-sweetened beverages per week, your chance for developing prediabetes, the condition that leads to diabetes, increases by 46%. More than one in three people in the US have prediabetes. “Often, if the blood sugars are borderline, people don’t know,” said Dr. Amber Champion,…
If you’ve been following my blog, you’re probably aware that I was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease called RA, rheumatoid arthritis. That’s why I relate so well with so many of you out there who are living with an autoimmune disease. The pain, the weight gain, insomnia, need I go on? Like RA, type 1…
No two people are the same; this includes people who have diabetes. The best way to manage your diabetes will look very different for every person. There are even several different types of diabetes. Nonetheless, some things are a good idea for pretty much everyone. We should all eat more fruit, for example, and get less…
Previously Published on EatingWell.com – Can People with Diabetes Consume Sugar? You might assume the answer to that question is no, but what experts say should be a sweet surprise. Sugar is often considered a four-letter word when it comes to diabetes prevention and management. That, of course, makes sense, given that elevated blood sugar is…
What is Glucose? Glucose is one of the body’s main energy sources. It is a natural type of sugar obtained from carbohydrate foods such as flour foods and fruits. The body, including brain and nervous system cells, needs glucose for energy production. If glucose values are balanced, the body continues its normal functioning. However, if the amount of glucose in…