Every individual who suffers from diabetes should be concerned regarding developing kidney disease as studies have stated that almost 45 percent of people who experience kidney failure had diabetes earlier. Some might say that their diabetes is controlled but the definition of control can vary from person to person. There are several reasons as to why kidney problems and diabetes is connected. The most obvious one is that improper working of insulin doesn’t allow the body to transport the sugar into the cells. The insulin hormone is produced by pancreatic cells and it acts as a trigger for the cells to consume glucose. Deficiency of this hormone can cause insulin [...]
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Healthy daily menu for a Diabetic
by on 02. Mar, 2010 in Diabetes
Having a proper and planned diet for a diabetic person will decrease the level of high blood pressure, strokes and disease of the heart. Many people tend to think that by stopping sweets will help to overcome diabetes, which is not true. Breakfast is very necessary as it helps to charge your body after a good night’s sleep and skipping that is a big NO for diabetics. The menu should not necessarily be colorless, dull and with restrictions but it should be healthy for the whole family. You cannot cook different food for the diabetic and the rest of the family members. One should have a balanced diet whether it’s [...]
61 Quick Simple Tips For Diabetes : Diabetics Must Know
by on 11. Dec, 2009 in Diabetes
Here is the Best collection of quick, easy and simple diabetes tips must be known by every diabetic on this planet to lead a healthy life. Let’s start – 1. Perfect way to keep your diabetes in control is frequent blood glucose testing. 2. Test strips and insulin must be protected from extreme cold and heat. 3. Before you go bed make sure that you check your feet. 4. Guidelines for blood sugar (glucose) test: a) Type 1 Diabetes: 3-4 times daily. b) Type 2 Diabetes: 1-2 times daily. 5. At each meal you can eat variety of foods 6. You must know the effect of sweets on your blood [...]
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