Could a Little Alcohol Lower Your Diabetes Risk?
THURSDAY, July 27, 2017 (HealthDay News) New research that included data from over 70,000 people from the Danish Health Examination Survey contends that daily, moderate alcohol consumption might lower the risk of type 2 diabetes in some individuals.
Blood glucose testing. Is it valuable or not?
Some say many patients with type 2 diabetes consider finger-prick blood tests key for keeping blood glucose levels under control. But according to a new study, they are unlikely to be beneficial for patients who are not receiving insulin therapy.
Healthy Blood Glucose Levels
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Healthy Blood Glucose Levels As a diabetic, you have most likely already been ‘lectured’ by your various health care provides about the importance of keeping your blood glucose levels (BGLs) within a healthy range. There is a very good reason for this – uncontrolled BGLs can, and does, lead to many complications such as…
Hot and Cold Weather Safety for diabetics
Hot and Cold Weather Safety The weather, believe it or not, can have a big impact on the management of your diabetes. From your general day-to-day management and care, to how and when you exercise, the weather can, and does, get in the way. Thankfully, there are a few things you can do to keep yourself healthy…
The role of exercise in treating and managing diabetes.
The role of exercise in treating and managing diabetes. Regular exercise is essential for good health no matter who you are but as a diabetic it is even more important than ever. Exercise, in general, has many health benefits and for someone with diabetes, those benefits extend to helping you treat and manage your condition. …
Foot Care and Diabetes
Foot care is extremely important for people with diabetes. Ulcers and infections are very common and if left untreated can lead to serious complications. To help you avoid these nasty problems, here are some simple tips to keep your feet in great shape. See a podiatrist. A must for all diabetics, a podiatrist can take…
Type 2 Diabetes Explained
Approximately 90% of the people with diabetes have type 2. It usually develops later in life, when the pancreas doesn’t produce enough natural insulin for the body. The body needs insulin to help manufacture glucose that is essential for energy. Did you know that some people that don’t have diabetes just don’t handle sugar well. …
My Doctor Says I am Pre-Diabetic!
My Doctor Says I am Pre-Diabetic! Insulin Resistance, sometimes referred to as pre-Diabetes is a condition that occurs when your muscles and organs are not responding to insulin’s signaling function and your body becomes unable to balance blood glucose levels properly. Unfortunately, Insulin Resistance is also a precursor for Cardiovascular Disease so it is very…
