As the leaves fall and winter weather creeps onto the horizon, the risk for catching a nasty cold or the miserable flu increases. For people with diabetes, catching the flu can be much more than an inconvenience. In fact according to the Centers for Disease control, a diabetic is three times more likely to die […]
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The Glycemic Index is a concept developed in the University of Toronto in 1981. The purpose of the Glycemic Index is to measure the effect carbohydrates have on blood glucose levels. The Glycemic Index is imperative for anyone who needs to monitor their glucose level due to diabetes or hyperglycemia.
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For people with diabetes, the approach of Halloween can bring a certain anxiety with it. Not only is the candy-fest on October 31st a challenge for those who must carefully monitor each gram of sugar and carbohydrates they eat, but Halloween also kicks of the whole holiday season. It seems there’s no escaping the extra-rich […]
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It is true that if you have diabetes there are limitations to what you can eat but that does not mean you will no longer be able to enjoy your food. Regrettably, to stay healthy it will require strict adherence to a special diet which for some people may be the grounds they contracted diabetes […]
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WHAT IS DIABETES MELLITUS?
Diabetes Mellitus is a disorder in which glucose, commonly known as “blood sugar” is not properly utilized by the body resulting in abnormally elevated levels. There are many hormones that the body uses to regulate blood sugar so that they remain in normal range. Hormones that elevate blood sugar include growth hormone, glucocorticoids, epinephrine, and others. However insulin is the only hormone in the body that lowers it making insulin an extremely precious commodity.Answer Diabetes mellitus is defined as hyperglycemia, i.e.
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You should not eat excessive amounts of breads or grains when you are aiming for calories loss across each day, but you do need to have some of these foods in your diet. Keep basic breads and grains around to use as snacks or for sandwiches and low calorie meals. Eaten in limited portions, they will provide your body with the energy it needs and still accommodate your weight loss plan.
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