Metabolic syndrome may lead to a variety of health problems including diabetes. Improper diet, lifestyle habits and other risk factors may cause metabolic syndrome. Get the facts to avoid this health condition that can influence diabetes.
People with diabetes use artificial sweeteners to enhance the flavor of food and beverages with no sugar and fewer calories. But is one artificial sweetener better than another? There are a variety of artificial sweeteners with their own unique qualities.
Goal setting with diabetes reduces your risk of developing serious health problems. Create a plan of action to develop healthier lifestyle habits. Self-management of diabetes is easier and more successful when you set clear goals.
People with diabetes have problems with insulin production and without enough insulin to move sugar into your cells; your muscles and organs become depleted of energy. This triggers intense hunger, which makes it almost impossible to stay on your diet.[1] Studies show that diet is the biggest problem cited by people with type 2 diabetes.[2] Consuming […]
Hypoglycemia is also known as low blood sugar. People with diabetes monitor their blood sugar levels to avoid this condition. From diabetic testing to using glucose tablets, there are ways to avoid hypoglycemia.
Can anyone really help prevent chronic diseases such as diabetes, pre-diabetes, high cholesterol and high blood pressure? (See below the Action of the Week section.)
Research gives us hope to believe prevention is possible.
ADW Diabetes has launched the latest addition to their diabetes foot care product line – Dr. Scholl’s Diabetes and Circulatory Health Socks.
Dr. Scholl’s has been engineering products designed to help people with their foot […]
ADW Diabetes Interviews American Idol Alumni Elliott Yamin to Help Spread Diabetes Awareness.
ADW Diabetes recently had the opportunity to talk to American Idol alumni and recording artist Elliott Yamin. Yamin is […]
People with diabetes need a yearly checkup to maintain optimum health. Early detection of various conditions is essential. Several exams and tests should be included in an annual diabetes checkup.
Now there’s another reason why you should be getting your daily dose of omega-3. In a study published in the Feb. 28, 2012 issue of the journal Neurology, researchers measured the red blood […]