DIABETES MANAGEMENT WITH DIETARY FIBER
DIABETES MELLITUS Diabetes mellitus or diabetes is a condition when there is rise in blood sugar levels in the body. The body becomes unable to use blood sugar (via insulin) for energy. During type 1 diabetes mellitus, pancreas becomes unable to produce insulin due to which glucose remains in the blood instead of transferring to […]
DEALING WITH DIABETIC FOOT
DIABETIC FOOT Any ulcer or infection developed on foot during diabetic condition is termed as diabetic foot. It is one of the long-term complications of diabetes mellitus (rise in blood sugar levels). Ulcers or wounds most commonly occur at the bottom of the toe of the patient. Reasons: Diabetes from very long time causes the […]
DIABETES SELF RISK ASSESSMENT
DIABETES Diabetes is a long-term condition that causes a person’s blood sugar level to become too high. It is a metabolic disease and chronic disorder which results from defects in insulin secretion or action. Insulin is a hormone, which is secreted by pancreas and lowers the blood glucose level in the body. There are mainly […]
MANAGING TYPE 2 DIABETES & ITS NEUROPATHIC COMPLICATIONS, NATURALLY
TYPE II DIABETES Diabetes is a problem with your body that causes blood glucose levels to rise higher than normal. This is also called hyperglycemia. Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes. Cause of Diabetes: If you have type 2 diabetes your body does not use insulin properly. This is called insulin […]
5 Ways to Lower Your A1C
The A1C is a blood test that shows how well your blood sugar management plan is working. Here’s how to reach a healthy A1C number and avoid blood sugar complications. Taking the A1C Test If your blood sugar is well controlled and your blood sugar levels have remained stable, the American Diabetes Association recommends that […]
Acupressure points for diabetes
Acupressure is an alternative treatment to cure various diseases. There are hundreds of acupressure points in our body. By Putting physical pressure on the right acupressure points, one can not only relieve the stress and tension but can also get rid of various diseases including the rampant blood sugar. Acupressure is helpful for both the […]
Top 5 Diet Mistakes For Diabetics
How to avoid common problems of popular diet plans: You see a lot in the news about the supposed best and worst diet plans. Media folks typically rank diets for taste, amount of weight loss, safety, and nutrition quality. Results vary. But what I want to talk about are the common mistakes I see people […]
What You Need to Know About Type 2 Diabetes
The Facts Type 2 Diabetes, the most common form and also referred to as adult onset diabetes, is a problem in which blood glucose levels rise above normal. The pancreas produces more insulin in response however, over time, the pancreas cannot keep up and make enough insulin to keep blood glucose at a normal level […]
At Risk for Type 2 Diabetes? Here’s How to Change That
What is Diabetes? Diabetes is a medical condition that affects the body’s ability to use or produce insulin thereby affecting blood sugar levels. There are 3 types of diabetes including type 1, type 2 and gestational diabetes. Type 1 diabetes affects the body’s ability to produce insulin while type 2 diabetes affects the body’s ability […]
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 blood sugar who want to reduce their risks for heart disease, stroke, and other health problems caused by blood sugar. “When someone is diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, they often have a sense that eating and food are things […]