Many people have opted for a low-carb diet. But perhaps what they should be looking for is “slow carb” diet instead.
What are Slow Carbs?
Slow carbs are carbohydrates that digest slowly. They keep people feeling full for a longer time period and also release energy […]
Diabetes and depression often go hand-in-hand. According to many studies, diabetes and depression appear to be intimately linked. People with diabetes may be more likely to become depressed, while people who suffer from depression may have a greater risk of developing diabetes.
Next time you get that frothy latte at the corner coffee shop, sprinkle some cinnamon on top – it just may help your diabetes. In several studies from recent years, cinnamon has been shown to improve glucose levels and lower cholesterol, both critical health factors for people with diabetes. It may also help reduce blood pressure, […]
Looking good has long been a national obsession in the United States, prompting many people to do whatever it takes to stay thin. The result? Eating disorders. But what happens when a person with diabetes also has an eating disorder? The results can be deadly, as a February 2008 study of women with Type 1 diabetes […]
Every year, new studies are published touting the beneficial effects that various herbs, supplements, and foods can have for people with diabetes. One such food that’s been the focus of attention in the last few years is bitter melon.
People with diabetes weigh their options carefully when it comes to what they eat. Sugar and sweeteners are no exception to that rule.
Some people may prefer the taste of table sugar (sucrose) to other sweeteners. But, they also know the harmful effects that sugar can have. When people with diabetes eat too many sugary foods, blood […]
Why Exercise?
Physical activity is definitely important for people with diabetes. Exercise helps control blood sugar, blood pressure, and weight. It also increases blood circulation, which in turn can help prevent problems with your heart and nerves.
How Do I Get Started?
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.
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 […]
One of the leading long term complications of diabetes is chronic kidney disease. In fact diabetes is the number one cause of chronic kidney disease as well as the biggest reason people are placed on dialysis. Diabetes causes injury to the small blood vessels located in the kidneys which results in these future issues. “30% of […]