Type 2 Diabetes and Sleep Troubles
Sleep is important for everyone, but it’s especially important when your body experiences changing blood sugar levels and other symptoms of type 2 diabetes. “Sleep deprivation causes changes in the effectiveness of the body’s control of appetite, which can lead to weight gain, higher blood sugar, and increased resistance to insulin,” says Richard Castriotta, MD, director […]
Type 2 Diabetes and Sleep Troubles
Sleep is important for everyone, but it’s especially important when your body experiences changing blood sugar levels and other symptoms of type 2 diabetes. “Sleep deprivation causes changes in the effectiveness of the body’s control of appetite, which can lead to weight gain, higher blood sugar, and increased resistance to insulin,” says Richard Castriotta, MD, director of […]
Sitting Time Associated with Increased Risk of T2 Diabetes, Other Chronic Diseases
The more you sit, the higher your risk of chronic diseases. Kansas State University researcher Richard Rosenkranz, assistant professor of human nutrition, examined the associations of sitting time and chronic diseases in middle-aged Australian males in a study that is published in the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity. Collaborators include University of […]
Controlling Type 2 Diabetes With Mindful Eating
Eating right is the key to managing type 2 diabetes. Good food choices are critical for people with diabetes who want to reduce their risks for heart disease, stroke, and other health problems caused by diabetes. “When someone is diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, they often have a sense that eating and food are things to […]
10 Morning Mood Boosters
Have you ever noticed that what happens during the morning hours often sets the tone for the rest of the day? When things go smoothly, you tend to feel more relaxed and ready to face whatever the day may bring. However, when things get bumpy before you’ve even managed to get dressed, you’re more […]
Dry Mouth and Diabetes
Dry mouth is the term used to describe a lack of moisture in the mouth, which can be brought on by diabetes and it’s symptoms in particular. As well as feeling unpleasant, a dry mouth can also promote a breeding ground for bacteria in the mouth. It is important to minimize the chance of oral or dental […]
Driving and Hypoglycemia
If you are diabetic and treat your diabetes with insulin, hypoglycemia whilst driving may be one of your biggest concerns. Having a hypo whilst driving is both frightening and dangerous so it’s important that hypoglycemia is avoided. If you have type 2 diabetes and treat your diabetes with certain tablets, there is also the chance that […]
Taking Insulin for T2 Diabetes Could Expose Patients to Greater Risk of Health Complications
Patients with type 2 diabetes treated with insulin could be exposed to a greater risk of health complications including heart attack, stroke, cancer and eye complications a new study has found. Examining the UK Clinical Practice Research Datalink (CPRD) – data that characterizes about 10 percent of the UK population – a team of […]
6 Ways to Treat Excessive Gas
Aside from the social embarrassment of belching and passing gas, excessive gas in your stomach can be rather painful. If you experience this common digestive health concern, your first step in treating it is to find the cause. Excessive Gas Types and Symptoms Many terms are used to describe excessive gas: burping, belching, flatulence, bloating. […]
7 Pains You Shouldn’t Ignore
Experts describe the types of pain that require prompt medical attention. No. 1: Worst Headache of Your Life Get medical attention immediately. “If you have a cold, it could be a sinus headache,” says Sandra Fryhofer, MD, MACP, spokeswoman for the American College of Physicians. “But you could have a brain hemorrhage or brain tumor. […]