July 18, 2008

• The Latest Developments in Treating Diabetes

  The last twenty years have seen radical advances in the treatment of diabetes, meaning the disease no longer acts a precursor to painful and life threatening complications such as blindness, amputation and kidney failure. Aided by modern science people with diabetes can now expect to lead long, rewarding lives, and these advances continue to accelerate [...]

July 14, 2008

• Holidaying with Diabetes

  Whether it’s a relaxing beach break or a long haul activity vacation, one of the most common concerns among diabetics is travel abroad. But with a little advanced planning and forethought there is absolutely no reason why sufferers should not enjoy travel just like anyone else. It’s all about the planning.
  Preparation depends on the nature [...]

July 11, 2008

• Footcare for Diabetics

  Diabetics run a greater than average risk of developing foot problems, making proper care an important part of managing the condition. Some of the effects of the disease mean that complications are more likely unless appropriate precautions are taken.
  However, with a little regular attention many foot problems can be addressed if not completely eliminated.
  Diabetes can [...]

July 4, 2008

• Exercise & Diabetes

  One of the best ways we can control diabetes is with a regular exercise program. Although it’s often the last thing we feel like doing, physical activity helps the body respond to insulin as well as being a proven method of reducing blood glucose. It can even eliminate the need for medication completely in Type [...]

June 16, 2008

• Complementary Therapy and Alternative Medical Help for Diabetes Sufferers

  Although we advise you to always consult your doctor before embarking on any ‘alternative therapy’, a growing number of diabetes sufferers are turning to natural medicines and changes in lifestyle, to combat their condition.
  Here is a brief look at five of the more popular therapies being sought by those living with diabetes:
  Acupuncture
  Acupuncture, believed to [...]

March 4, 2008

• Hypoglycemia: Symptoms, Causes and Treatments

  Hypoglycemia literally means "under-sweet blood". It is a condition caused by a severe drop in blood glucose levels and can stem from different causes. Many people suffer from one of the two forms of hypoglycemia and its effects can be frightening if you don’t know what’s happening. Hypoglycemia can be dangerous, especially when driving. Impaired [...]

February 26, 2008

• Drugs for Diabetes Treatment

  There is a variety of drugs available for the treatment of diabetes. With all the information overflowing the market it can be difficult to decide what drug does what and how it’s taken. Your doctor is the best source of information and you should consult your doctor on any concerns about your medications. They will be [...]

December 2, 2007

• Diabetes Treatment Depends On Patient Needs

  Diabetes can be caused by a number of factors. Appropriate diabetes treatment will be necessary to make living with the disease easier and more convenient regardless of the root cause. For Type 1 diabetes treatment has not changed from the need for insulin injections. Those suffering type 1 diabetes cannot produce their own insulin and [...]

November 5, 2007

• Diabetes Care Plan

  To have been diagnosed with diabetes, can be a scary diagnosis indeed. It is like the horror stories of people who have had limbs mutilated, gone blind or need kidney dialysis. While diabetes is a serious,continual disease, there are plenty of positive steps that can be taken to manage this illness adequately. With good diabetes [...]

September 15, 2007

• How Insulin Works

  Insulin is produced by beta cells of the pancreas. It is called anabolic because it promotes synthesis - synthesis of glycogen, protein and triglycerides.
  Regulation of insulin secretion in the body :
  Glucose - After ingestion of carbohydrate rich diet, there will be increased levels of glucose in the blood. Beta cells sense this increase and release [...]

September 9, 2007

• Gestational Diabetes - Fact Sheet

  What is gestational diabetes?
  A pregnant woman is unable to maintain normal fasting blood sugar levels and also blood sugar levels after glucose challenge test. Interestingly blood sugar levels comes to normal levels after the baby was born. So it is short lived condition. Developed in [...]

August 26, 2007

• Type 2 Diabetes - General Treatment Approach

  Main goals of treatment should be:

  Good glycemic control
  Prevention of acute complications
  Prevention of long term complications

  STEP ONE: DIET, EXERCISE, WEIGHT CONTROL, and HEALTH EDUCATION
  Diet:

  Fats - 30% of total energy intake
  Protein - 15%
  Carbohydrate - 50 - 55% of total intake
  Limit simple sugars like table sugar, fruits
  Eat complex carbohydrates like pasta, potato
  Multiple meals of smaller [...]

August 13, 2007

• Foods That Can Fight Diabetes

  Believe it or not some foods can really help you stay healthy especially in the case of a disease like diabetes. Diabetes is the evil child of overweight and inactivity. This is a slow killer that elevates the risk of a premature heart attack or a stroke. Diabetes is most prevalent among the people belonging [...]

July 4, 2007

• Pros and Cons of Insulin Pumps

  The insulin pump is a medical device that is used for managing insulin levels in the body to treat diabetes mellitus. With the help of this device, a patient can administer the right amount of insulin in his or her body, in order to maintain the right insulin level. Thus, this device helps to ease [...]

March 19, 2007

• Diabetes Treatment

  Diabetes is a disease that is found throughout the world. Millions of individuals are affected by this disease. It is diagnosed with imbalance in insulin levels, and may lead to future health risks. For diabetes treatment, there are dozens of methods available. But as individual cases vary, one cannot go on taking a drug that [...]

January 27, 2007

• Alternative Treatment for Diabetes

  Maybe your doctor recently broke the news that you have diabetes. Or you have learned that you are at risk of getting diabetes. And so now you are worried – scared of what diabetes will do to you. Worried about the drugs you have to take and their side effects. It’s not just you who [...]

January 22, 2007

• A1C Test

  An A1C test also known as the Glycated Hemoglobin test is an effective tool for determining how well a person is managing his blood glucose level. This test is different from the fasting blood glucose test which measures only the blood glucose level at any given moment. An A1C test indicates the average blood glucose [...]

January 10, 2007

• Medical Emergencies in Diabetes

  The short term complications are also called the medical emergencies in diabetes. There are three main medical emergencies that can occur in diabetes. They are:

  Hypoglycemia  or Low Blood Sugar
  Non-Ketotic Hyper Osmolar Coma or Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic State (HHS)
  Diabetic ketoacidosis or high levels of ketones

  Hypoglycemia
  A blood glucose level of less than 70 milligrams per deciliter is called [...]

December 2, 2006

• Keeping Control–Diabetes Treatment Options

  Diabetes is one of the most common serious diseases and afflicts millions of individuals.  The long term complications of diabetes can include nerve damage, blindness, heart attack, stroke, kidney failure, and other potentially fatal complications.  Fortunately for the millions of diabetes sufferers, there are now more diabetes treatment options than ever before.  These options range [...]

November 27, 2006

• The Importance of Diabetes Management and Diabetes Testing to Maintain Good Health

  The very worst thing that a diabetic can do is to underestimate the importance of diabetes management and diabetes testing in order to maintain and sustain their good health. Diabetes is an insidious disease that can have few apparently severe side effects, so diabetics often feel that they are not sick or at least have [...]