Diabetes information
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…
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…
MODY is a form of diabetes but most people find it very confusing because it shares some common characteristics from both types. Like type one that mainly affects young people, MODY is commonly found in youngsters. However, MODY reduces the production of insulin. It acts like type 2 diabetes and is caused by the genetic…
Do you have diabetes? You’re not alone! Diabetes FAQs – 28 Most Frequently Asked Questions, Answered. Diabetes is a global epidemic, and it affects millions of people around the world. It can be scary to learn that you have diabetes, but don’t worry – we’ve got your back! We know what it feels like to get…
Diabetes is a metabolic disorder having significant enhancement of blood glucose level or hyperglycemic condition. Diabetes is a chronic untreatable condition. Therefore, maintenance of normal blood glucose levels is the only way to keep your diabetes under control. World Health Organization (WHO) estimated more than 300 million people across the globe will be diabetic by…
According to the National Diabetes Statistics Report, 34.2 million Americans have diabetes. Among these Americans, a total of 88 million American adults, or, 1 in every 3 adults, face prediabetes. According to these reports, it’s evident that diabetes is a widespread disease. Thousands of cases are found yearly with people having diabetes, not just in…