The Anemic Cycle of an Impaired KidneyOne of the problems most often associated with diabetes is a decrease in kidney function and disease that often accompanies kidney decline. It appears the kidneys may have more responsibility for good health than you may have thought.A recent report from the National Anemia Action Council suggests,... Read more
Getting Proactive About DiabetesIf, in most cases, type 2 diabetes is a preventable illness why do we wait to treat the illness instead of working harder to prevent it? That’s a question posed by the UK based diabetes.org. They’ve come up with a solution.As of this report there are around 2,000 individuals signed up to raise funds,... Read more
A Diabetic’s Birthday GiftIn a slight twist on an old story one young man is providing an example to others that giving means more than getting. The beneficiaries of his idea are diabetics and his ability to give rests on the celebration of his birthday.
A Diabetic’s Guilt-Free ThanksgivingThanksgiving Day has traditionally been thought of as a day of indulgent feasting. We rationalize the overeating as a minor indiscretion that can be made up by eating less before and after the big day. For diabetics this may not be a choice that promotes good health.The truth is there’s a lot to... Read more
The Restrictions of a Diabetic Diet?Some readers may find it interesting to note that a diet designed for those who are diabetic may not be significantly more restrictive than diet plans simply designed to provide a healthy lifestyle.WebMD suggests, “A diet for diabetes is really a healthy diet, controlled in calories, fat, sugar,... Read more
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