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Use FENFURO and Reduce Your Risk of Type 2 Diabetes after Pregnancy

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Currently, one in twenty pregnant women will develop gestational diabetes and the risks to women and their children post-delivery are greater than most understand. What is gestational diabetes and how is it caused? Can it be prevented and treated?

From lowering cholesterol to aiding digestion, Fenugreek is a popular home remedy providing a treatment for a number of ailments. In particular, Fenugreek extract has shown to protect people from developing type 2 diabetes, including women with a history of gestational diabetes. FENFURO, a supplement made from Fenugreek extract, is making it easy for women to reap the benefits and prevent the onset of type 2 diabetes.  

This article will tell you what you need to know about gestational diabetes and the power of home remedies.

 The Disorder

Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that develops only in pregnant women. This means that your blood glucose or blood sugar is too high. While your body uses glucose for energy, too much in your blood is harmful to both you and your baby.

The disorder is commonly diagnosed during late pregnancy however, if you receive a diagnosis of gestational diabetes early in your pregnancy, you likely already had diabetes before you were pregnant. Receiving treatment immediately is essential for you and your baby to stay healthy. Taking action right away to control your blood glucose level will protect your baby from the risks associated with gestational diabetes.  

The Causes

Pregnant women will develop gestational diabetes when their bodies cannot make enough insulin, a hormone made in the pancreas. Insulin helps the body use glucose for energy and controls blood glucose levels.

Pregnancy causes the production of more hormones and other bodily changes such as weight gain. These changes can cause the body’s cells to use insulin less efficiently, a condition called insulin resistance. This disorder increases the body’s need for insulin and, if your pancreas can’t produce enough insulin, you will develop gestational diabetes.

The Risks

The risks of gestational diabetes can include hypoglycemia after birth, respiratory distress syndrome, jaundice, death and macrosomia, a condition where the baby is born with a larger than normal body which can make delivery more dangerous.

Your baby will also be more likely to become overweight and develop Type 2 diabetes later in life.

For women who developed gestational diabetes during pregnancy, the chances of having high blood pressure, preeclampsia, c-section and developing Type 2 diabetes are potential risks.

Fenugreek for Better Health after Delivery  

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Fenugreek is an herb derived from Ukraine, India, China and the Mediterranean region. The ripe, dry seeds found in fenugreek contain protein, vitamins, niacin, potassium, and disogenin as well as alkaloids, lysine, L-tryptophan and steroidal saponins. Studies suggest that fenugreek seed extract contains properties that can lower cholesterol and blood sugar.

FENFUROTM, a healthful supplement made from fenugreek extract, contains a rich variety of saponins and flavonoids, all substances known to lower blood lipid levels and a play valuable role in glucose regulation. FENFURO is a first of its kind product derived from a single herb with proven results for maintaining blood sugar levels. Patented and supported by scientific research, this product is non-toxic and processed without compromising the chemical properties of the active ingredient.

What’s an Indian kitchen without home remedies? Now, FENFURO has made obtaining the maximum benefits of Fenugreek extract quick and simple.   

While no amount of supplements can make up for a poor diet, consider adding a dietary supplement that will help you manage blood glucose.

For more information visit www.fenfuro.com

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10 Things Only a Diabetic would understand

  1. You have a space in your home dedicated to diabetes supplies

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  1. Being high means something completely different to you.

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  1. You can calculate insulin on board, carb factors, insulin to carb ratio without hesitation.

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  1. Everyone wants to know why you use a pager.

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  1. You have cases of juice boxes stashed in your house but they aren’t for the apocalypse.

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  1. The pharmacist is a contact in your phone and you both know each other by name.

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  1. Your fridge has never seen a stick of butter. The compartment is used for storing insulin.

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      8. You’re constantly offered sugar-free food that’s full of carbohydrates.

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  1. You click on articles that claim to help you improve glucose levels, only to find an article about prevention. Image 9
  2. You’ve been offered countless diabetes home remedies from friends and relatives. Seriously, why do people do this?

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Fenfuro is a leading provider of Fenugreek seed extract, which is growing in popularity as both a super food and an effective home remedy for diabetes. Studies suggest that fenugreek seed extract contains properties that can lower cholesterol and blood sugar. FENFURO, a group of furostanolic saponins derived from fenugreek seeds, contains a rich variety of saponins and flavonoids, all substances known to lower blood lipid levels and play valuable role in glucose regulation. Fenfuro is patented and clinically evaluated. For more information, visit www.fenfuro.com.

 

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Avoiding Diabetes Complications

 

Having diabetes can result in many other complications, such as damage to the heart, nerves, kidneys, feet, eyes, and skin. If you have diabetes, you may also have a greater risk for osteoporosis, cancer, and Alzheimer’s disease. Some diabetes complications are related to high or low blood sugar, while others are related to how long you’ve had diabetes.

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The best way to mange diabetes and avoid diabetes complications is by monitoring your blood sugar (glucose) with a glucose meter, or glucometer. “How often you monitor your blood sugar depends on the type of diabetes you have, if you have diabetes complications, and your diabetes treatment plan,” says Amber Taylor, MD, director of diabetes at The Center for Endocrinology of Mercy Hospital in Baltimore, Md.

Tips for Controlling Blood Sugar:

Spyros G.E. Mezitis, MD, PhD, an endocrinologist at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City, suggests these general healthy-lifestyle habits to make controlling your blood sugar easier:

  • Follow a low-fat, low-salt, low-carbohydrate diet.
  • Pass on processed foods.
  • Do at least 20 minutes of aerobic exercise three times a week.
  • Lose weight if you’re overweight.
  • Take any and all diabetes medications as prescribed.
  • Following your insulin treatment program if needed.

Work with your own doctor to personalize this general plan. “There isn’t a best way to manage diabetes — the right approach is the one that works well for you,” Dr. Taylor says. “Different people with diabetes need different treatment plans, and test results are used to watch for and prevent complications.”

There are many diabetes testing and management tools available to you for monitoring your blood sugar, such as glucometers, insulin pumps, and continuous glucose monitors.

At your doctor’s office, the A1C test is an important way to measure your average blood sugar control for the prior three months and gauge how good of a job you’re doing at home. “The A1C target for most people with diabetes is less than 7 percent, which is the lowest risk for complications from high blood sugar,” she says. “Some people, especially younger adults with diabetes, may have an even lower target to help prevent diabetes complications long-term.”

Use Supplement for Diabetes: FENFURO Regular intake of FENFURO can control the blood sugar level effectively. FENFURO is a first of its kind, safe nutraceutical derived from fenugreek seeds through a patented process.  Through its unique scientific process, FENFURO concentrates the bioactive part of plants into a manageable dose, while removing the inert parts such as cellulose. Also, since a lot of healthy botanicals are not palatable, consuming their concentrate in capsule form in small dosage is a lot easier. FENFURO contains a rich variety of saponins and flavonoids. These substances are known to lower blood lipid level and help in insulin sensitization and glucose regulation. FENFURO is the first dual action insulin sensitizer.

The A1C test is used to:

  • Confirm that other test results, such as those done by self-testing or by your doctor, are accurate.
  • Show if your treatment plan is successful.
  • Demonstrate that healthy diet and lifestyle choices can make a difference in controlling your diabetes.

Minimizing Diabetes Complications

The best way to prevent most diabetes complications is to see your doctor regularly, and to call him or her if you experience any new symptoms. Some complications, such as eye disorders, occur after many years of diabetes. “It’s essential for people with diabetes to see an eye doctor at least once a year whether they have vision problems or not,” Taylor says. “Ophthalmologists have tools to stop retinopathy and other diabetes-related eye disorders from progressing.”

Good self-care and immediate medical attention for even a minor symptom are important steps in preventing the type of amputations often associated with diabetes. For instance, you can help to prevent foot ulcers by practicing good foot care, but if an ulcer develops, see your doctor or a foot specialist (podiatrist) immediately. “Even small foot ulcers can grow quickly and lead to infection,” Taylor advises. Infections that resist treatment can lead to amputation to stop their spread.

Follow these other steps to better manage your diabetes and help prevent diabetes complications:

  • Make and keep all needed check-ups with your doctors and others on your diabetes team.
  • Keep your immunizations up to date to fight infections.
  • Wear a diabetes tag or ID bracelet so that you receive the right treatment in an emergency.
  • Have a glucagon kit handy in case of a low blood sugar emergency.
  • Take care of your skin and your feet to prevent infections, and check for any signs of infection every day.

“It’s easy to become overwhelmed with all this information,” Taylor says. “When you think of questions, write them down and bring them to your next visit with your doctor. Advocate for yourself, know your targets for A1C, blood pressure, cholesterol, and weight, and do everything in your power to achieve these goals.”

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Manage your diabetes with these essential tips

Eat the Foods You Like

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Having diabetes doesn’t mean you can’t eat your favourite foods. But you need to know how your choices will affect your blood sugar. A diabetes educator or dietician can help you learn skills — such as counting carbs, reading labels, and sizing up portions — that will let you keep your condition in check while still enjoying your favourite meals.

Define Your Plate

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Use a rule of three to build a healthy, satisfying meal. This can help you lose weight and manage your diabetes by eating more non-starchy foods. Divide your plate in half. Fill one side with vegetables like spinach, broccoli, carrots, or green beans. Next, divide the empty side into two halves. Use one for starchy foods such as potatoes, whole grains like brown rice or quinoa, or whole-grain bread or pasta. In the last section, add meat or another protein. On top of that, you can also have an 8-ounce glass of low-fat milk and a half-cup of fruit.

Write It Down

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Get in the habit of jotting down your important information. Record your daily blood sugar levels to track how food, exercise, and medicines affect your blood sugar and A1c test results. A written record can show you and your doctor whether your diabetes treatment is working and what about it can be changed. Writing down your goals and feelings in a journal might also help you stay on track and clearly discuss things with your health care providers.

Have a Sick-Day Plan in Place

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Common illnesses like colds, flu, and diarrhea can raise your blood sugar. Having diabetes, in turn, might make it harder to fight off infections. Have a plan in case you get sick. Store snacks that are easy on the stomach but can still give you enough fluids and carbs. Check your blood sugar more often. Also, know when to check for ketones and when to call your doctor. Get a flu shot every year.

Manage Your Medicine Cabinet

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If you take pills or injections to manage your diabetes, keep 3 days’ worth of your medicines and supplies on hand in case of an emergency. Also keep a list of everything you take. Since some of your diabetes drugs might affect other medicines — even ones that can be bought without a prescription — make sure to tell your doctor before you take any new medicine. And always take your list to your regular doctor and dental appointments.

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FENFURO Regular intake of FENFURO can control the blood sugar level effectively. FENFURO is a first of its kind, safe nutraceutical derived from fenugreek seeds through a patented process.  Through its unique scientific process, FENFURO concentrates the bioactive part of plants into a manageable dose, while removing the inert parts such as cellulose. Also, since a lot of healthy botanicals are not palatable, consuming their concentrate in capsule form in small dosage is a lot easier. FENFURO contains a rich variety of saponins and flavonoids. These substances are known to lower blood lipid level and help in insulin sensitization and glucose regulation. FENFURO is the first dual action insulin sensitizer.

Get Active to Fight Everyday Stress

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Living with diabetes can make you sad or unhappy at times. Stress not only affects your mood, but it can raise your blood sugar, too. Stress might also cause you to make poor food choices. But an easy way to feel better from everyday stress is to get active. Being active raises the levels of chemicals in your brain that make you feel good. If you don’t want to exercise in a gym, join a sports team or take dance lessons to keep moving.

Exercise in Short Sessions

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Three 10-minute walks are as good as 30 minutes at once. So don’t hold out to exercise when you have a lot of time. Moderate levels of physical activity (both strength building and cardio) done regularly will help you control your blood sugar, lower your blood pressure and cholesterol, and ease stress.

Try Strength Workouts

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You can benefit from all kinds of exercise. But training with weights or other resistance equipment might help you prevent muscle loss. (Lost muscle often leads to more fat.) Several studies suggest that strength training — lifting weights, for example — improves how your body uses insulin and sugar. Of course, regular strength training can also improve your muscle mass and help you lose weight, too.

Check Your Feet Every Night

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Use a hand mirror or ask someone to help you look for cuts, swelling, or color changes on your feet. Don’t forget to look between your toes, too. If you see unhealed cuts or broken skin, call your doctor right away. Make foot care part of your daily routine: Wash and moisturize your feet, and trim your toenails as needed. Talk to your doctor about treating corns or calluses. Have him check your feet during every visit.

Choose a Date to Quit Smoking

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If you smoke, pick a date to quit. That gives you the chance to prepare for it. You might need help beating the mental and physical parts of nicotine addiction. Stop-smoking programs, support groups, and wellness centers can offer professional help. Whether you quit cold turkey or use other treatments to help you kick the habit, having time to prepare for it might boost your chances of success.

Drink Alcohol Only With Food

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Your doctor might say it’s OK for you to have an occasional drink. If you drink, have alcohol only when you can eat something along with it, because alcohol can cause low blood sugar. Also, have some water handy in case you get thirsty. Mixed drinks can raise your blood sugar if you use juice or a regular soda as your mixer. Women should have no more than one alcoholic drink per day, and men no more than two a day.

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High Blood Glucose and obesity link to cancer

 

High Blood Glucose and obesity could make a person more vulnerable to certain types of cancers and the best way to counter the threat is to lose weight.

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“High Blood Glucose and obesity are associated with some types of cancer, including that of the pancreas, oesophagus and breast,” said Edwin Gale, professor of diabetes at Bristol University‘s division of medicine. He was in the city to address a conference organised byIntegrated Diabetes and Endocrinology Academy (Idea), Calcutta.

According to Gale, 40 per cent of these cancers are apparently caused by diabetes and obesity. “High Blood Glucose and obesity leads to insulin resistance in the body that can cause cancer. The best way to reduce insulin resistance is weight loss,” he explained.

Insulin resistance is a physiological condition, where the hormone becomes less effective at lowering blood sugar. This might increase blood glucose levels above the normal range.

“Fat and muscle cells need insulin to absorb glucose. But in an insulin-resistant person, these cells fail to adequately respond to circulate insulin and blood glucose levels rise,” said a doctor at the conference.

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Gale said an obese person had a 30 per cent increased risk of suffering from cancer than a person of normal weight.

“An obese person with blood sugar is more susceptible to cancer than one who is not. Although the exact cause is not clear, the common belief is that insulin resistance is the underlying factor,” said Subhankar Chowdhury, head of endocrinology, SSKM Hospital.

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FENFURO Regular intake of FENFURO can control the blood sugar level effectively. FENFURO is a first of its kind, safe nutraceutical derived from fenugreek seeds through a patented process.  Through its unique scientific process, FENFURO concentrates the bioactive part of plants into a manageable dose, while removing the inert parts such as cellulose. Also, since a lot of healthy botanicals are not palatable, consuming their concentrate in capsule form in small dosage is a lot easier. FENFURO contains a rich variety of saponins and flavonoids. These substances are known to lower blood lipid level and help in insulin sensitization and glucose regulation. FENFURO is the first dual action insulin sensitizer.

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Diabetes and Depression

According to NICE, people who are diagnosed with a chronic physical health problem such as diabetes are 3 times more likely to be diagnosed with depression than people without it.

Depression can have a serious impact on a person’s wellbeing and their ability and motivation to self-manage their condition.

Depression is the most common psychiatric disorder witnessed in the blood sugar community.

People with blood sugar suffering from depression are at greater risk of suffering from an episode of diabetic burnout which collectively can have adverse effects on physical health and potentially instigate more long term complications both to do with diabetes and independent from the condition.

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What exactly is depression?

Depression is the term given when an individual experiences a number of symptoms including:

  • Persistent sadness or anxiety, a feeling of hollowness
  • An overriding feeling of hopelessness and negativity
  • Feeling helpless and powerless to change your situation
  • Loss of interest in activities or pleasures
  • Lower energy and increased fatigue
  • Insomnia, oversleeping, awakening early in the morning
  • Concentration problems, memory problems and indecisiveness
  • Dwelling on death or suicide
  • Restlessness
  • Weight change and decreased or increased appetite

A diagnosis of depression is made if many of these symptoms are present, continuously, for a minimum of two weeks.

For people with blood sugar, dealing with a lifelong condition and managing the risk of complications can seem like an overwhelming task, particularly for newly diagnosed patients.

Many diabetics struggle to cope with the requirements, feeling overwhelmed and unmotivated.

If diabetes is not faced with an attitude of perseverance and defiance, often depression will prevail.

Depression is the perception of life situations as undesirable. Often, when individuals are faced with adverse events or conditions, they spend huge amounts of effort trying to escape or deny such circumstances.

Avoiding unpleasantness and expending energy trying to minimize discomfort can cause symptoms of depression.

The vicious cycle of depression

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How can depression affect diabetes?

Depression can affect a patient’s capacity to deal with their blood sugar, including managing blood glucose levels appropriately.

Research has found that people who suffer from both blood sugar and depression have poorer metabolic and glycemic control which has, in turn, been found to intensify symptoms of depression.

Additionally, anti-depressants have been found to have hypoglycaemic effects causing serious problems for self-management.

It has previously been reported that depressed people with blood sugar are likely to adherence to medication and diet regimens and subsequently have a reduction in quality of life and increased health care expenditure.

Research has shown that by addressing depression, glycemic control is enhanced, mood and quality of life is significantly improved.

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FENFURO Regular intake of FENFURO can control the blood sugar level effectively. FENFURO is a first of its kind, safe nutraceutical derived from fenugreek seeds through a patented process.  Through its unique scientific process, FENFURO concentrates the bioactive part of plants into a manageable dose, while removing the inert parts such as cellulose. Also, since a lot of healthy botanicals are not palatable, consuming their concentrate in capsule form in small dosage is a lot easier. FENFURO contains a rich variety of saponins and flavonoids. These substances are known to lower blood lipid level and help in insulin sensitization and glucose regulation. FENFURO is the first dual action insulin sensitizer.

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