Every Type 1 diabetic should know what DKA is, it’s symptoms and how serious it can be. It might save you a trip to the hospital.
DKA (Diabetic Ketoacidosis) is usually caused Read the rest of this entry »
Metformin may be beneficial for high risk patients
According to a study in the Archives of Internal Medicine in November 2010, metformin was shown to decrease mortality in patients with pre-existing arterial disease. It decreased the risk of death Read the rest of this entry »
Researchers in Australia have determined that diabetes may be prevented by a simple thing: walking. After a 5 year study using pedometers, it was found that inactive people who increased their step count Read the rest of this entry »
In the morning, in that pleasant state, halfway between sleep and wake, I program my thoughts for the day. This will be a breakthrough, victorious day for my fitness plans.
What will Read the rest of this entry »
In past years, several short studies have found that adding metformin to the treatment plan of Type 2 diabetics who are already on insulin improved diabetes control, reduced the amount of insulin needed, and reduced Read the rest of this entry »
Most everyone with diabetes knows how important tight glucose control is. However, many are concerned with their hospital health care professionals who are not overly concerned with Read the rest of this entry »
Diabetics have to take special care of their feet, or they can become more susceptible to problems in two ways: reduced blood circulation and nerve damage.
Here’s what to look for and some prevention ideas. Read the rest of this entry »
If your are on the drug metoclopramide (brand name Reglan) for intestinal problems like gastroparesis (delayed stomach emptying due to nerve damage) or other GI problems, you should be aware of Read the rest of this entry »
The Juice That Can Lower Blood Sugar Levels
Did you know blueberries may help lower your blood glucose levels and insulin resistance?
A study in Canada had overweight men that were at risk of heart disease and diabetes, drink 1 Read the rest of this entry »
Can Having Diabetes Increase the Chance of Having A Traffic Accident?
Is it possible that diabetes could affect a person’s driving ability to the point that it would increase your risk of having a traffic accident?
According to a Read the rest of this entry »
