Diabetes information
Worldwide rates of diabetes among the 65-plus population are on the rise, and have increased dramatically in the past 40 years. The US, China, and India have the highest rates of diabetes around the world. Diabetes puts seniors at a much higher risk for chronic wounds — including life-threatening diabetic foot ulcers. Diabetic foot ulcers…
Pancreatic cancer is a devastating disease that affects millions of people worldwide, and September is designated as Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month. Pancreatic cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the pancreas, a vital organ located behind the stomach that plays a crucial role in digestion and glucose regulation. What are the risk factors…
Diabetes Symptoms – Diabetes, also regarded as diabetes mellitus, may generally be classified as a class of ailments wherein an individual has high blood glucose levels. This could be either because insulin production in one’s body is not sufficient, or the body fails to respond to the insulin necessarily. In this article, we’ll go over type…
The pancreas produces a hormone called Insulin. It is responsible for the reduction of glucose or sugar levels in the blood. When there’s a decreased production of insulin, or when the body is no longer able to use the insulin produced, diabetes has occurred. So you’ll need a good amount of basic diabetes knowledge. Risk factors…
Dr. Peter Attia speaks to diabetes specialist Jake Kushner M.D. about how to thrive with type 1 diabetes in this very insightful podcast interview during The Peter Attia Drive! Listen to the full podcast here and let us know your comments below and in our forum!
Vitamin D Boosts Immune System in Diabetes I’ve had T1D for over 20 years and can tell you from experience that vitamin D boosts immune system in diabetes. There are many vitamin D benefits. About 8 years ago I used to often get sick, like coughs and bad colds. Then I discovered vitamin D3 from…
I had to get surgery to repair a torn tricep tendon in my arm this past August but recently had a small setback. The incision developed a stitch abscess that had to be removed. While having the minor surgical procedure with diabetes I had to check my blood sugar and make sure it was in…
November only rolls around once a year, meaning it’s Diabetes Awareness Month. And, since I’m a Type 1 diabetic, this time of the year means a lot to me. So, let’s look into what this month is all about and why it matters. What is Diabetes Awareness Month? It’s a time when we crank up…
This past weekend I was spurred into action by my boyfriend to exercise. My lack of motivation was definitely apparent, therefore I had to get motivated quickly. I am a professional fitness trainer while he has type 1 diabetes. Consistent exercise is important for both of us, and sometimes we all need something or someone…