Feb 20, 2008

Advances in Diabetes Treatment – Islet Cells

By |2014-05-05T09:14:02-04:00Updated: February 20th, 2008|Newsletters, Recent Diabetes News|0 Comments

The Islets of Langerhans aren’t the latest posh getaway destination for the jet-set. They aren’t found on a map at all. They’re found in your body – in your pancreas, to be exact. Though there are five kinds of islet cells, the most common islet cell is the beta cell. This is the cell that produces […]

Feb 13, 2008

American Diabetes Wholesale attending BDCA Meeting

By |2018-06-18T14:12:36-04:00Updated: February 13th, 2008|ADW in the News|0 Comments

American Diabetes Wholesale will be attending the February 15, 2008 Broward County Dietetic Association's meeting. At this meeting the BCDA will be discussing such topics as pediatric obesity, cardiovascular disease, women's health issues, and GI issues.

Feb 13, 2008

C-Peptide May Help Diabetes

By |2014-05-05T09:14:10-04:00Updated: February 13th, 2008|Newsletters, Recent Diabetes News|1 Comment

C-peptide – you’ve never heard of it? You’re not alone. C-peptide is produced when the beta cells in the pancreas manufacture insulin. For every molecule of insulin produced, the body also produces one molecule of C-peptide. People suffering from Type 1 diabetes produce less insulin and less C-peptide than other people. Why? Their beta cells are […]

Feb 7, 2008

ExtendCrisps Baked Snacks – New Product Spotlight

By |2018-01-25T12:54:19-05:00Updated: February 7th, 2008|New Products|0 Comments

Product Spotlight Extend Baked Snacks

American Diabetes Wholesale is now carrying a new line of diabetic snacks by the popular ExtendBar brand – ExtendCrisps Baked Snacks! These crunchy and nutritious snacks were designed to help you control your weight, and maintain energy throughout your busy day. They are a all natural source of protein and fiber, and […]

Feb 6, 2008

Periodontal Disease

By |2023-09-28T15:06:48-04:00Updated: February 6th, 2008|Dental Health, Newsletters|0 Comments

In a recent study from Denmark, scientists found what they believe to be an unfavorable link between periodontal disease and pre-diabetes.[1] This 2007 study suggests that having periodontal disease may contribute to the progression of pre-diabetic conditions – and even to Type 2 diabetes itself.

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Jan 30, 2008

Insulin Resistance

By |2014-05-05T09:09:06-04:00Updated: January 30th, 2008|Health & Wellness, Newsletters|0 Comments

The last several years have seen a growing awareness of what insulin resistance is and how it affects the body. Insulin resistance causes various reactions throughout the body. In fatty tissue, it causes the breakdown of triglycerides, which leads to elevated fat levels in the blood. In the liver, insulin resistance prevents proper glucose storage, leaving […]

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