Diabetes is a serious health impairment that interferes with other body functions and organs. Among a wide variety of potential diabetes-related abnormalities, frozen shoulder is one of the most common ones. The medical term adhesive capsulitis is defined by US National Institutes of Health as a pathological condition, associated with the disorder of the shoulder […]
Spotting diabetes when it is still at an early stage can help you treat it easier. However, early diagnosis of the disease is not a common thing, because few people recognize symptoms of it shortly after its onset. Here are the telltale signs that can help you realize you might benefit from a visit to […]
Although it would be a horrible idea to choose diabetes medication without a doctor’s recommendation, knowing what options there are can help you understand why your endocrinologist has prescribed a particular drug. Modern type 2 diabetes drugs are not limited to insulin, and the variety available is constantly being expanded. Why do type 1 and […]
Our brain is a very sensitive organ. It sharply reacts to the slightest changes in glucose that the body receives to replenish energy. And because of that the brain of the people who have diabetes suffers a lot. Diabetes is a chronic metabolic disorder that is characterized by a deficiency in the formation of insulin […]
Those suffering from diabetes have to prick their fingers several times a day, which is painful and inconvenient. Now it has been revealed that a team of researchers from MIT and Harvard is working on an innovative tattoo which can indicate blood sugar level and some other parameters. Blood money Regardless of whether your diabetes […]
Most post-menopausal women experience the so-called “hot flashes”, or periods of feeling intense heat with no external sources causing it. Such warmth attacks can irritate and make you feel worse, especially if night sweats are also experienced. Now researchers have revealed that hot flashes can indicate that the person experiencing them is likely to develop […]
The prevalence of Type 2 diabetes has risen by 300% since 1980 – the disease affects 450 million people worldwide. There is no definitive cure, but a new study suggests that a low-calorie diet may hold the key. The disease that comes unannounced Our body uses sugar to build muscles, produce energy, feed the organs […]
Type 2 diabetes is a condition which is both dangerous and debilitating. Most people have to take medicines to keep their sugar levels under control, but even such measures do not grant success. However, there seems to be a natural and more pleasant solution to treat the disease: a recent research showed that intensive weight […]
This type of diabetes develops as we grow older, and some people have no idea that they are ill. The disease is caused by pancreatic insufficiency. Failure to produce enough insulin results in poor absorption of sugar (glucose) into cells (insulin resistance). This causes sugar to build up in the bloodstream instead of becoming part […]
Diabetes mellitus is a chronic disease in which the body does not develop enough pancreatic hormone insulin. It is necessary to deliver glucose to the cells of the body, which enters the bloodstream from food and provides tissues with energy. When there is a lack of insulin or body tissues cannot use it, the level […]
Depression is an illness and, no matter that some may say, a pretty bad one. Not only it is a complicated thing on its own, but it frequently is connected with some other condition, being either the reason or a symptom. One of such cases is diabetes. It might sound strange but diabetes and depression […]
Curry is a very popular spice nowadays widely used in different cuisines. However, it originates from India, where it was a traditional part of South Indian cuisine as a flavor and spice for different dishes. Curry got its name from Kari-pattha, as it is called there. Thus, it actually has got a name of Murraya […]
To control diabetes it is essential to follow a proper diet plan. It is based on healthy and balanced eating that helps to keep the equilibrium of a person’s blood glucose and manage weight. Keeping the levels of sugar within the limits, you will avoid possible illness complications and live a healthy life without the […]
Saying a good diabetic diet we mean a healthy eating plan which helps to control the levels of sugar in the blood. A good diabetic diet plan with necessary amount of proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals can enhance your health. Although it might be challenging to follow a strict diet plan, it is effective for […]
Nowadays it is hard to find a person who hasn’t heard of diabetes. In fact, it is a very widespread disease and in the U.S. about 7% of the population has it. For those people who happen to face in at some period of their life it can be a complication as long as living […]
Every diabetic should understand the importance of diet in his or her life. In the USA there is a special Diabetes Association that worked out a special ADA diet that is able to help all the diabetic patients to lead a normal way of life. It is based on several principles of healthy eating and […]
Sugar is actually the main topic when anybody is discussing diabetes. To keep everything under control there are some guidelines. Diabetics are told to eliminate the intake of sugar. Sugar is a component in cookies, candies, soft drinks, cakes, cereals. However there is sugar in ketchup, baked beans, barbecue sauce, yogurt and different salad dressings. […]
Patients suffering from diabetes type 2 have to control the levels of blood sugar and also lose weight. This is important to lower the risks for complications. Diabetic diet is a crucial part of checking glucose levels striking the necessary balance between fats, carbohydrates and proteins consumed with every meal. Selecting healthy food is really […]
The most frequent diabetes type with which majority of people get diagnosed is type 2 diabetes. It is a shock, but there is no need to be miserable and despair. It is not a hopeless condition; however, there is now something that you will not be able to take for granted – your diet. If […]
Let’s talk about high pressure and the methods of its treatment. As one of treatment measures it is possible to use a particular diet. As far as this diet is concern it is composed with low fat products and rich in fruits and vegetables. It is adopted to name it as DASH diet which maintains […]