Insulin resistance occurs when specific cells, such as your fat, muscle, or liver cells, ignore the signals from the insulin hormone. Insulin controls the glucose in your blood. If your cells ignore the hormone, glucose does not enter the cells as it should do normally and accumulates in the blood. This can cause type 2 … Continue reading Insulin Resistance Puts You at Risk of Diabetes
When it’s time to get up to date information on diabetes, but you are out on your daily walk, tune into these podcasts for the most up to date diabetes information. Each podcast, supported by medical professionals, authors and surprise guests provides you with nutrition, medication, and options to help you stay healthy. 1. Get … Continue reading 5 Podcasts You Need Now for Diabetes News and Support
Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) is a dangerous complication that occurs when your blood sugar is extremely high and your body builds up ketones. Ketones are substances made in your liver when your body is not making enough insulin. The ketones are acidic and will build up in your blood. This is an emergency! Call your medical … Continue reading The Dangers of a Diabetic Condition Known as Ketoacidosis
Diabetes is a debilitating disease that affects a patient’s entire life. From reduced circulation and the fear of amputation, to heart trouble and related problems, diabetes is a disease to avoid at all costs. One of the major contributors to diabetes is obesity. Scientists have been studying and searching for ways to help people control … Continue reading New Hope for Those Who Suffer From Diabetes
The pandemic caused by the novel coronavirus has wreaked havoc on the nation, and has had many unexpected consequences beyond the transmission of the virus and the health troubles that entails. For people who have already been dealing with diabetes, Covid-19 has offered additional hardships in a few critical ways. Larger Percentage of Deaths There … Continue reading Diabetes: The Effects of the Pandemic on an Already Difficult Disease
A healthy breakfast may be the best way to control your blood sugar throughout the day. A study by Dr. Daniela Jakubowicz from Tel Aviv University reported: “The rise in blood sugar levels was surprising. We found that participants experienced extraordinary glucose peaks of 268 mg/dl after lunch and 298 mg/dl after dinner on days … Continue reading 4 Breakfasts to Prevent a Blood Sugar Roller Coaster
The relationship between diabetes and sleep is an endless cycle. Diabetes affects sleeps, which then in turn affects diabetes and vice versa. What can we do to stop this cycle of one affecting the other? The relationships between Diabetes and Sleep We will start off with sleep first. Getting less than 7 hours of sleep … Continue reading How are Diabetes and Sleep Connected?
It’s hard enough to manage your blood pressure when you have diabetes type 2 but adding alcohol into the mix makes it extremely challenging. As a man with type 2, it is important to understand the risk of drinking when also have hypertension. A study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, expressed … Continue reading How Alcohol Affects Men with Diabetes Type 2 and Hypertension
You can’t find your wallet, forgot dinner with friends, or missed taking your daily medication. You’re struggling to understand why this is happening. Diabetes type 1 and type 2 can cause a decline in your cognition. You need to be able to analyze information, retain it, and use it in your work or daily life. … Continue reading The Link Between Diabetes and Cognition
Diabetes is a debilitating disease caused by the body’s inability to produce insulin. When blood sugar numbers run rampant, men with diabetes are more susceptible to a plethora of diseases including but not limited to high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, foot problems, and vision problems. Thirst One of the number one signs of diabetes … Continue reading Signs of Diabetes Men Shouldn’t Ignore
