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Friday, October, 23, 2009

Diabetes Mellitus Diet

Health Encyclopedia: Diabetes Diet Introduction

Introduction


The two major forms of diabetes are type 1, previously called insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM) or juvenile-onset diabetes, and type 2, previously called non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM) or maturity-onset diabetes. [For more details, see In-Depth Report #9: Diabetes - type 1 and Report #60: Diabetes - type 2.]

Insulin

Both type 1 and type 2 diabetes share one central feature: elevated blood sugar (glucose) levels due to absolute or relative insufficiencies of in...

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Expert & Community Posts

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Diabetes, High Blood Pressure and Cholesterol: How One Condition Impacts the Other
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I was diagnosed with Diabetes Type II in 1999. Prior to that date my blood pressure readings... Read more »

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Comparing Low-Carb and Low-Glycemic
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...low-glycemic index diet on glycemic control in type 2 diabetes mellitus," appeared on December... Read more »

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Diabetes Health in 2008, Tip 4: Slow Down...What's Your Hurry?
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...you to keep your New Year's Resolutions by giving a diet and fitness tip of the day from our... Read more »

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Diabetes Incidence On The Rise
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"Estimates of the incidence of type 1 diabetes mellitus (DM) show an increase in incidence... Read more »

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Atkins, Ornish, WeightWatchers: How to Choose a Diet that Works
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...and white rice or bread will reduce your risk for diabetes.  Including fish and nuts in your... Read more »

Health Guide

Gestational Diabetes Mellitus
What is gestational diabetes mellitus?Pregnancy has typically been viewed as a statement of health, as it should be. In the midst of morning sickness, heartburn, exhaustion, and the excitement of... Read more »
Where can patients get additional information about diabetes and living with diabetes? "
There are many organizations that have diabetes information and can help with diabetes management. The following organizations distribute materials and support people with diabetes, their families... Read more »
Calories
...labelType 2 diabetic? Read about Calorie Restriction here. The dietitian department: Questions about diabetes diet answered. “Eating to Lose Weight,” by David Mendosa Read more »
Questions about Diabetes and Nutrition
I have a family history of Type 2 Diabetes, if I reduce my sugar intake will I reduce my chances of getting the disease? If you have not been diagnosed with Diabetes than your body is making... Read more »
Diabetes Diet: References
ReferencesAmerican Diabetes Association. Diabetes Care. Standards of medical care in diabetes--2006. 2006 Jan;29 Suppl 1:S4-42.Appel LJ, Sacks FM, Carey VJ, Obarzanek E, Swain JF, Miller ER 3rd, et... Read more »

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Weight loss and obesity

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Medications

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...(fen-oh-FYE-brate)Uses Fenofibrate is used along with diet and exercise to help control... Read more »

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...that come with obesity, including heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and a shorter... Read more »

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...is identical to human insulin. It is used to treat diabetes mellitus. Like other insulin... Read more »

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