For those with type 2 diabetes, getting control over your blood glucose levels must be a priority. For the first few months, it is imperative to monitor your levels constantly. This means taking blood glucose readings throughout the day every day. Eating a meal or snack can affect your glucoseglucose levels. It is important to [...]
People with diabetes have to always be monitoring their blood glucose levels during the day to be sure the glucose in their blood is at a normal level. This being said, a diabetic person has to use a blood glucose meter to help them keep a check on the blood glucose levels.
A blood sugar meter [...]
Pregnancy and Endometriosis – Background
Endometriosis is a medical condition that happens when the tissues that usually line the uterus multiply or attach themselves to the organs found outside. During the menstrual period itself, the uterual lining normally sheds by itself but the part that grows outside of the uterus stays. During ovulation and menstruation, the [...]
Diabetes often means that you have to take extra precautions when you come down with an illness. The symptoms of a cold or the flu can affect your blood glucose levels. Vomiting and nausea can lead to dehydration issues. Infections also trigger increased levels of blood sugar. It is extremely important to take steps to [...]
When you receive a type 2 diabetes diagnosis, don’t think that hiding your head in the sand will make it go away. It is here and you must deal with it to keep healthy for the long run. A vital piece to making that happen is developing the right relationship with your doctor. Whether you [...]
Understanding the Glycaemic Index of Foods, Helps Type 2 Diabetes
High sugar or glucose levels in the blood is referred to as Diabetes. There are several types of diabetes – a few ‘independent’, and others ‘dependent’ on ‘insulin’.
Type 2 diabetes is non-insulin dependent diabetes. Type-2 diabetes is popularly known as NIDDM in medical science which stands [...]
At what age do people develop type 2 diabetes? The answer a few decades ago was mainly as older adults. The answer today is anyone at any age can receive a diagnosis. A few decades ago, the Western diet was much healthier. It had more fresh vegetables and fruits in it. Meat didn’t contain all [...]
The symptoms of Type two diabetes often do not appear for years. They then build gradually and don’t appear until they reach critical levels. If you have a family history of diabetes or are severely overweight, be on the lookout for these symptoms. The first one to consider is frequent urination and increased thirst. Your [...]
Those with Type two diabetes face an increased chance of heart disease. It is very important for patients to watch the quantity and types of fat in their diets. The healthy fats are the mono and polyunsaturated varieties. Saturated fat falls squarely into the unhealthy fat camp. Fats in the saturated fats increase the bad [...]
When you start getting information on Type 2 Diabetes you may often hear the words insulin resistance thrown about. What exactly does that term mean? This medical term refers to the decreased ability of some body cells to use insulin to convert blood glucose into glycogen. In a normal situation, the body turns carbohydrates into [...]