Category Archives: Diabetes

It seems like there’s not enough time in a day to get everything we need to do, done. So instead of putting tasks off until tomorrow, we stay up later impeding on our sleep time. It may not seem like a big deal now to skimp out on some shut-eye, but over time, you’re actually ...click here to read more

Diabetics have a lot on their plate. They’re thinking about blood sugar control, following their medication, exercising, watching their carbohydrates and eating right… The list goes on. But feet and diabetes are not always top of mind. We need to change that and put diabetes foot care on the radar. Good management of your diabetes ...click here to read more

Are you feeling shaky and weak? Nervous and sweating for no apparent reason? It could be hypoglycemia – low blood sugar – a symptom, just like fever, that signals something is wrong with your health. When it comes to the early signs of hypoglycemia, and what causes hypoglycemia, diabetics already have an understanding of the ...click here to read more

Undeniably, sugar is everywhere. It seems impossible not to consume sugar at any given moment. From naturally occurring sugar found in fruits to artificial sugars that can be found in junk food and soft drinks, we are living in a sugar-induced society. Reducing sugar intake to stay healthy But all this sugar can be problematic. ...click here to read more

It seems like there’s not enough time in a day to get everything we need to do done. So instead of putting tasks off until tomorrow, we stay up later, encroaching on our sleep time. It may not seem like a big deal now to skimp on some shuteye, but over time, this has a ...click here to read more

We all know that diabetes is a disease where there is excess sugar in the blood. Why is it there? How can I prevent it? Why does everyone not get it? All good questions. And I’ll try and answer all of them here. Let me start by explaining the causes of diabetes without getting too ...click here to read more

Just imagine: Instead of repeated blood tests and injections to keep blood sugar and diabetes in check every day, a single dose of “smart” insulin could circulate in the body and turn on whenever needed. Breaking it down: Insulin for type 1 and type 2 diabetes There are two main types of diabetes: Type 1 ...click here to read more

You’ve been diagnosed with diabetes and are still not quite sure how to handle all the challenges it brings. Well, that’s not surprising, because it can come as a shock to some people how far off the mark they’ve been with diet and exercise. Sitting too much and not getting 30 minutes or so of ...click here to read more

You may want to fill up on more sweet potatoes, butternut squash and those dark leafy greens. That’s because a lack of vitamin A – usually found in these foods – could be behind type 2 diabetes. A new study by New York’s Weill Cornell Medical College, published in The Journal of Biological Chemistry, has ...click here to read more

Do you keep apple cider vinegar in your kitchen cupboard? If not, maybe you should. That’s because the health benefits of apple cider vinegar are wide-ranging – rivaling those of other natural helpers like tea tree oil and garlic. Unlike white vinegar, apple cider vinegar has a yellowish-brown color. Known as “mother of vinegar,” it ...click here to read more

Dairy is good for your whole body – heart, bones, teeth – and a new study has singled out yogurt from the dairy food group for its ability to lower your risk of type 2 diabetes. I like the tangy flavor and creamy texture of a quality yogurt, and this is a great reason to ...click here to read more

It’s truly alarming how so many people with diabetes – or at risk for diabetes – are unaware of the damage the condition can do to their eyes. It’s serious. In fact, if you don’t get your eyes examined regularly, it can lead to complete blindness… Diabetes and blindness: Making the connection An estimated 25.8 million ...click here to read more

It is often said that our eyes are the gateway to our soul. Although this may be true, your eyes can reveal much more than that. Eyes not only provide us with the ability to see, but they can also tell us what’s going on inside our bodies. Whether it is matters of the heart, ...click here to read more

Diabetes and heart disease are two issues you may not have considered go hand in hand. They do. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), diabetes deaths are set to rise by more than 50 percent in the next decade alone. Gaining awareness about this disease and your risk factors has a special importance with ...click here to read more