Diabetic Ketoacidosis - 98.33%
Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) can occur when you don't have enough insulin to meet your body's needs. Normally your body uses carbohydrate (glucose) for maintenance, but when there isn't enough insulin in your body, your cells can't access the glucose in your blood. Your body then resorts to burning fat in an unhealthy way. Your liver becomes involved in fat-burning, and the by-product is ketones. (Diabetic complications, High blood sugar level) (Complete Article)

Explaining About Diabetes - 97.94%
Diabetes - or to give it its full name, diabetes mellitus - is a common condition in which the amount of glucose (sugar) in the blood is too high because the body is unable to use it properly. This is because the body's method of converting glucose into energy is not working as it should. Learn more about the two main types of diabetes. (Type 1 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes, Diabetes Symptoms) (Complete Article)

Exercise and Diabetes - 97.94%
Exercise is very important in managing diabetes. Exercise improves your body's use of insulin. Blood glucose levels are affected by exercise, so be aware of general exercise guidelines and precautions for diabetics as you begin your fitness program. (Diabetes Information) (Complete Article)

Stress - 97.19%
Stress results when something causes your body to behave as if it were under attack. When stress occurs, the body prepares to take action. This preparation is called the fight-or-flight response. In people who have diabetes, the fight-or-flight response does not work well. Insulin is not always able to let the extra energy into the cells, so glucose piles up in the blood. (Stress, Diabetic Complications, High Blood Sugar) (Complete Article)

Waking Up With High Blood Glucose Levels - 97.19%
Morning readings can be so frustrating! Do you go to bed with a blood glucose of 120 mg/dL (6.6 mmol/L) and wake up with a blood glucose of 170 (9.4 mmol/L) or more? Is this happening in spite of following your diet, exercise and taking your medications as your doctor prescribed? Well, don't worry; all this may be happening due to the Dawn Phenomenon or the Somogyi Effect. (Diabetes Management and High Blood Sugar) (Complete Article)

Diabetic Neuropathies - 96.53%
Neuropathies lead to numbness and sometimes pain and weakness in the hands, arms, feet, and legs. Problems may also occur in every organ system, including the digestive tract, heart, and sex organs. An estimated 50 percent of those with diabetes have some form of neuropathy, but not all with neuropathy have symptoms.  (Types of Neuropathy, Proximal Neuropathy, Focal Neuropathy, Neuropathy Treatment) (Complete Article)

Diabetes Mellitus: Causes and Symptoms - 96.16%
Definition and Description of Diabetes Mellitus. Know the conditions that can be a sign of diabetes. Diabetes information with a Discussion of Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes. (diabetes type II) Risk factors for developing sugar diabetes. (Complete Article)

Type 1 Diabetes Management - 96.15%
Because your body no longer makes insulin, insulin injections play a big role in your diabetes care plan. News from the American Diabetes Association advises that your type of insulin therapy should relate directly to your health and your lifestyle choices. Diabetis care advice. (Complete Article)

Pediatric Blood (Sugar) Glucose Test - 95.73%
Concerned that your child's blood glucose levels may not be normal? The most common use of the blood glucose test is to check for diabetes mellitus. The test is also used to see how well the body is metabolizing glucose and the function of organs involved in that process: the pancreas, the liver, and the receptors that bring glucose into cells. (Blood Glucose Testing, Juvenile Diabetes, Type 1 Diabetes, Blood Sugar Level) (Complete Article)

Sustained High Blood Glucose May Damage Brain's Key Memory Center - 95.73%
An inability to quickly bring down high levels of sugar in the blood is associated with poor memory and may help explain some of the memory loss that occurs as we age, according to a new study by NYU School of Medicine researchers. The study raises the possibility that exercise and weight loss, which help control blood sugar levels, may be able to reverse some of the memory loss that accompanies aging. (Diabetes Research and High Blood Sugar) (Complete Article)

Diabetes & Alcohol Consumption Information - 95.27%
Did you know that drinking less that two alcohol drinks per week can bring on nerve damage?  In addition, alcohol spurs the liver to make more triglycerides and that even light drinking (two four-ounce glasses of wine per week) can raise triglyceride levels. (Information from the American Diabetes Association) (Complete Article)

Blood Sugar Levels - Guidelines for Diabetes - 94.17%
Whether you have type 1 or type II diabetes or gestational diabetes, the goals of achieving control of blood glucose levels are similar: to keep blood glucose as close as possible to that of a person without diabetes. (Complete Article)

Complications: An Introduction - 94.16%
Diabetes is a complicated disease--complicated to understand, complicated to treat. There are steps you can take to reduce your chances of developing complications, such as keeping your blood glucose and cholesterol levels in a healthy range.(retinopathy, diabetic neuropathy, diabetes management) (Complete Article)

Hypoglycemia In Youth With Diabetes - 94.16%
Hypoglycemia (also known as an "insulin reaction," or just "low blood sugar") occurs when blood glucose goes too low. Hypoglycemia can be caused by many things: too much insulin, not enough food, too much exercise, eating late, or eating too little carbohydrate. It's important to recognize the symptoms that are unique to you so that you can treat it before it becomes serious. (Symptom Juvenile Diabetes, Type 1 Diabetes) (Complete Article)

A Growing Epidemic: Taking Aim at Managing Blood Sugar - 92.82%
The loss of insulin sensitivity can be decreased with the right nutrients. Numerous vitamins, minerals, herb and antioxidants have been studied for their efficacy at promoting healthy blood sugar and protecting cells from the damage of elevated blood sugars with favorable results. (Chromium, Fenugreek, Gymnema sylvestre, Vanadyl) (Complete Article)

Foot And Skin Related Complications Of Diabetes - 92.82%
For people with diabetes, having too much glucose (sugar) in their blood for a long time can cause some serious complications, including foot and skin problems, as well as heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, eye damage, and other problems. (Diabetic Neuropathy, Diabetic Retinopathy,  Diabetes Complications) (Complete Article)

What Every Pregnant Woman Should Know - 92.82%
Pregnancy is an exciting time, but it can also be a trying time if mothers-to-be develop a condition known as gestational diabetes, caused by hormonal changes that occur during pregnancy. Gestational diabetes affects about 7 percent of pregnant women or more than 200,000 mothers a year in the United States. If you or someone you know is diagnosed with gestational diabetes, rest assured that with proper treatment, both mom and baby can have excellent health. (Gestational Diabetes and Diabetes Education) (Complete Article)

Blood Sugar Testing - 92.03%
What is a good blood sugar range for a person with diabetes? How do you check your blood sugar? When should you check your blood sugar? What is your A1c test? Learn the answers to these and other important questions regarding blood sugar testing. (Normal blood sugar level and Diabetes Management) (Complete Article)

Gymnema Sylvestre, Bitter Melon, Cinnamon Extract, Vanadium & Chromium - 92.03%
If you are trying to get your carbohydrate-craving and weight-storing chemistry under control, gymnema may be of benefit. Bitter melon can help by improving blood sugar balance and reducing the amount of sugars in the blood. A compound in cinnamon bark has been shown to increase glucose metabolism. Research on vanadium indicates that it may produce insulin-like activities in the body, making it of potential value for those with diabetes, insulin resistance, and metabolic syndrome. Chromium is thought to stimulate fat metabolism and to have a lowering effect on cholesterol and triglyceride levels. (Diabetic Nutrition, Diabetic Product) (Complete Article)

Insulin Resistance: When Things Go Awry - 92.03%
An easy-to-understand discussion of the cause of diabetes. Lifestyle choices can be a virtual prescription for Syndrome X, diabetes, and heart disease. (Complete Article)

Diabetes May Solve Puzzles Of The Brain - 92.01%
Glucose and the glucose-regulating hormone insulin have long been studied by scientists looking for a cure for diabetes. Now the substances are increasingly coming under the study of brain scientists because it appears they might just be golden keys to brain health as we age. (Alzheimers, Insulin, Diabetic Complications) (Complete Article)

Drive Diabetes into Retreat with Natural Remedies - 91.15%
Decades of research have shown the validity of minerals and herbs in lessening and even reversing the symptoms of diabetes. (Type I and Type II) Chromium, Vanadium, Gymnema sylvestre, Cinnamon and Fenugreek are discussed in this article on diabetic nutrition news. (Diabetic products) (Complete Article)

"Little-Known" Natural Remedies for Diabetes - 90.18%
There is extensive research regarding herbs that positively affect blood sugar. Learn about 5 important herbs for diabetic health. (Diabetes Management, Diabetic Product) (Complete Article)

Gymnema Sylvestre - The #1 Enemy of Diabetes - 90.17%
Studies show that Gymnema is a natural treatment for diabetes.  Case reports and studies involving both humans and animals suggest that it may work in several ways to help control both type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes. (Complete Article)

Blood Sugar Control Impacts Stroke Risk - 90.17%
Impaired glucose tolerance, a precursor to full-blown diabetes, is associated with an increased risk of stroke in non-diabetic patients who have already experienced a minor or mini-stroke, Dutch researchers report. (Diabetic Complications, Mini-Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack) (Complete Article)

Diabetes And Your Memory - Tips For Staying Sharp - 90.17%
As if you don't already have enough reasons to control your blood sugar, here's another: preserving your memory. Research has shown that uncontrolled diabetes can lead to mental decline, including memory loss. (Diabetic Complications, Memory Loss, Alzheimer's Disease) (Complete Article)

Fenugreek - Enhances Carb Metabolism for Diabetics - 90.17%
An extract from Fenugreek enhances carb metabolism showing promise for dieters and those with diabetes and insulin resistance. (Diabetes Food and Fenugreek) (Complete Article)

Diabetes-Related Skin Problems - 90.17%
Skin problems are common in people with diabetes. High levels of glucose in the blood provide an excellent breeding ground for bacteria and fungi, and can reduce the body's ability to heal itself.  Diabetic dermopathy, digital sclerosis, vitiligo, acanthosis nigricans and bullosis diabeticorum (diabetic blisters) are among the conditions discussed in this article. (Diabetes Information)   (Complete Article)

Choosing an Oral Diabetes Medication - 90.17%
Generally, you will not use an oral agent if you have type I diabetes. They are usually only prescribed for people with type II diabetes.  Not everyone with type II diabetes will be helped by oral diabetes medications. Cautions for use and for drug interactions are addressed.  (Diabetes type ii) (Complete Article)

A1C - An Important Blood Test - 90.17%
The fasting blood sugar test (FBS), which is still the most commonly performed test for Diabetes, does not reflect the true picture of diabetic control over a long period of time. The glycated hemoglobin a1c test is a more accurate diabetes test to reflect overall blood sugar control. (A1C or aIc, blood sugar testing) (Complete Article)

Zinc - 89.12%
Zinc, the second most abundant trace mineral in the body, plays critical roles in glucose regulation, the proper function of insulin, and weight control. (Syndrome X, Insulin Resistance, Diabetes Nutrition) (Complete Article)

Diabetes and Neuropathy - 89.12%
Diabetic Neuropathy can affect virtually every part of the body. Diabetic nerve damage eventually affects some 65 percent of people with diabetes. As with other diabetes complications, poor blood glucose control lies at the root of neuropathy. Symptoms and types of neuropathy. (Peripheral Neuropathy, Autonomic Neuropathy, Focal Neuropathy) (Complete Article)

The Natural Solution For Lowering Your Blood Sugar - 89.12%
Some of the most promising alternative treatments for high blood sugar come from nature's pharmacy, which isn't surprising.  Read more about these all natural alternatives, including Gymnema sylvestre, Fenugreek, Bitter melon, Chromium and Vanadium. (Diabetic Product, Herb for Diabetes and Diabetes Nutrition) (Complete Article)

Hitting A Nerve - 89.09%
Neuropathy is one of the best arguments to fight blood glucose control. It's a nerve disorder that can affect almost every system in your body. It results from bursts of high blood glucose that cause oxidative stress to the nerves. (Peripheral Neuropathy, Autonomic Neuropathy) (Complete Article)

Using Herbs to Manage High Blood Sugar - 87.92%
Sustainable blood sugar control is critical to a diabetic patient's health over time. Often, as a diabetic patient ages, insulin-reducing medications begin to lose their effectiveness. Treatment with herbs, along with carefully controlled nutrition and daily exercise, can help diabetic patients keep blood sugar levels under control over the long term. (Gymnema Sylvestre, Bitter Melon, Pterocarpus marsupium, High Blood Sugar) (Complete Article)

Mineral Deficiencies And Food Cravings - 87.92%
Clinicians note that deficiencies in certain minerals may trigger carbohydrate/sugar cravings. (Sugar Cravings, Diabetes Nutrition) (Complete Article)

Type 2 Review - 87.92%
If you've  become accustomed to the blood sugar roller coaster unleashed by refined sugars and processed foods, you've probably had fleeting thoughts about the possibility of developing type 2 diabetes. Perhaps other factors also put you at risk for diabetes. But you should know that relatively simple lifestyle modifications can prevent type 2 diabetes. ( Diabetic Risk Factors, Diabetic Symptoms, Preventing Diabetes) (Complete Article)

Causes of Type II Diabetes - 87.92%
Unlike people with type I diabetes who become unable to produce insulin, people with type II diabetes produce insulin. But, either the body does not respond to insulin's action-it's resistant-or there is just not enough insulin to go around-there's too much body for the amount of insulin that's made. Either problem leads to the same outcome: high levels of glucose in the blood. (Type 2  Diabetes and Diabetes Education) (Complete Article)

Balancing Blood Sugar Metabolism - 87.92%
Scientific evidence continues to mount regarding the effectiveness of natural substances in normalizing blood sugar in diabetics. Gymnema Sylvestre, Bitter Melon and Cinnamon Extract show significant impact on normalizing blood glucose levels. (Insulin Resistance) (Complete Article)

The Low-Carb Way to Weight Loss - 87.92%
Carbohydrates are one of three basic macronutrients needed to sustain life (the other two are protein and fat). But eating too many carbohydrates, especially refined carbs - can cause weight gain and can adversely affect your health.  Glycemic index guidelines to help you plan a healthy diabetes diet. (Diabetes type ii and Diabetes type i) (Complete Article)

Glucose Intolerance Reversed by Carnitine Supplement - 87.88%
Supplementing with the nutrient carnitine helps obese animals to clear the extra sugar in their blood, something they had trouble doing on their own, researchers at Duke University Medical Center, North Carolina, report. A team led by Deborah Muoio, Ph.D., of the Duke Sarah W. Stedman Nutrition and Metabolism Center, also performed tests on human muscle cells that showed supplementing with carnitine might help older people with prediabetes, diabetes, and other disorders that make glucose (sugar) metabolism difficult. (Glucose Intolerance, Carnitine, Prediabetes) (Complete Article)

Getting The Magic Back - 87.88%
High blood sugar damages the blood vessels and nerves that are necessary for normal sexual function and response. Keeping blood sugar under control is vital to preserving your sexual health. (Diabetic Complications, Sexual Health) (Complete Article)

Managing Hypoglycemia - Helpful Supplements (Part II) - 87.88%
This article lists many supplements that are suggested as useful for hypoglycemia in the literature. Outlines the importance of the B vitamins in  metabolizing fats, carbohydrates and proteins. Calcium, chromium, magnesium, manganese, selenium, vitamin C, vitamin E and zinc are discussed.  (Low blood sugar) (Complete Article)

Eating Right With Diabetes - 87.88%
Maintaining a healthy diet is important for everyone, but it is vital for people with diabetes. Diabetes diet suggestions start with an understanding of carbohydrates, fiber and fats. Tips apply to a gestational diabetes diet.  (Diabetic Food List & Diabetic Cooking)  (Complete Article)

Curb Sugar Cravings - 86.58%
Hunger suddenly strikes. You need food, and you need it now. You rummage for that long-lost candy bar buried somewhere in your desk - anything to get a sugar fix. That rapid rise in blood glucose, along with the attendant release of the "feel-good" hormone serotonin, may make you feel better temporarily, but when your glucose levels soon nose-dive, you'll return to your low-serotonin state - a prime candidate for yet more sugar cravings. (Complete Article)

Hard To Digest - 86.58%
Diabetes related nerve damage can cause mild to severe digestive problems. Neuropathy most commonly affects the arms and legs, but for around half of those who have diabetes, the digestive system is the affected area. Signs, symptoms and dietary solutions are discussed. (diabetic neuropathy, reflux, diabetes meal planning) (Complete Article)

Diabetes - The Inflammation Syndrome Connection - 86.58%
Many nutritional supplements can lessen the inflammation in diabetes, but it is essential that the underlying diet be corrected. That said, a key objective of supplementation should be to lower glucose levels and improve insulin function, which should in turn reduce inflammation. Helpful supplements include chromium, Vitamin E, Vitamin C and the omega-3 fatty acids. (Diabetes Nutrition, Inflammation, Arthritis, Heart Disease) (Complete Article)

Women and Diabetes - 86.58%
For women who do not currently have diabetes, pregnancy brings the risk of gestational diabetes. Gestational diabetes develops in 2% to 5% of all pregnancies but disappears when a pregnancy is over. Women who have had gestational diabetes are at an increased risk for developing type 2 diabetes later in life. (Complete Article)

Gymnema Sylvestre - 86.55%
Gymnema sylvestre, also known as gurmar is another herb from India's Ayurvedic medical traditions that has been used for centuries to neutralize excess sugar. As with many other Ayurvedic herbs, its properties have been confirmed by scientific studies. (Diabetes Nutrition, Insulin-Dependent Diabetes) (Complete Article)

Vitamin C: Important for Diabetics - 86.55%
Vitamin C protects against Syndrome X, diabetes, and their accompanying disorders in many different ways. It works most directly by blocking many of the deleterious effects of elevated glucose and insulin. Important information for diabetes management and diabetes nutrition. (Diabetic Nutrition) (Complete Article)

Men and Diabetes - 86.55%
Complications of diabetes in men can include sexual dysfunction, heart disease, diabetic retinopathy, intermittent claudication and neuropathy. Diabetes research has brought to light the importance of prevention;  including improved blood glucose control, blood pressure control and improved control of cholesterol and lipids. (Complete Article)

Bitter Melon Has Potent Anti-Diabetes Effects - 85.1%
Substances isolated from bitter melon, a plant eaten and used medicinally in much of Asia, could provide the basis of new drugs for treating diabetes and obesity, an international team of researchers reports. (Bitter Melon, Diabetes, Obesity) (Complete Article)

Nature's Sweet Benefits - 85.1%
Chalk up another one for Mother Nature. Most people with diabetes rely on drugs and lifestyle modifications to moderate their body chemistry. But a host of natural herbal supplements may further help them manage blood glucose levels, improve their vision, and alleviate a variety of diabetes-related health problems. (Complete Article)

Eye Disease In African Americans - 85.1%
Time and again, studies show that poor blood glucose control increases the risk of complications such as diabetic retinopathy, a common cause of blindness. Now, a new caveat-the risk is particularly high in African Americans. (Retinopathy, Diabetic Complications, Type 1 Diabetes) (Complete Article)

How Stress Affects People With Diabetes - 85.1%
With people with diabetes, stress can alter blood glucose levels, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) notes. It does this in two ways. First, people under stress may not take good care of themselves. Second, stress hormones may also alter blood glucose levels directly. (Type 2 Diabetes, Stress) (Complete Article)

Sorbitol: A Hazard For Diabetics - 85.1%
Conversion of glucose to sorbitol is greatly accelerated in diabetics, and that can cause dangerous complications over time. Since sorbitol can't exit from your cells very fast, and is not used in the body, it accumulates and attracts water. This causes the cells to swell, which can result in nerve, eye, kidney and blood vessel damage, as well as development of cataracts. (Sorbitol, Diabetic Complications, Type 2 Diabetes, Artificial Sweetener) (Complete Article)

Diabetes: Fact or Myth? - 85.1%
Sugar has long had a bad reputation, especially among people with diabetes. People used to think that eating sugar would cause blood glucose levels to rise much more rapidly than eating other types of carbohydrates, such as bread or potatoes. It turns out that sugar's bad rap is not entirely deserved. Researchers are now finding that simple carbohydrates, such as sugar, and complex carbohydrates, such as bread and potatoes, are digested at the same rate. (Diabetes Diet and Recipes) (Complete Article)

Addressing Womens Sexual Problems - 85.1%
Once researchers basically ignored women's sexual problems. The only area deemed worthy of study involved difficulties bearing children. The increasing number of people with diabetes encourages more researchers to focus on diabetes related problems, including sexual problems in women. (Diabetes Education) (Complete Article)

Treating Diabetes With Insulin - 85.1%
A discussion of the different types of insulin, where it comes from, insulin pumps and jet spray injectors. Diabetes education on how to mange your prescription and where to store your insulin. (Diabetes information) (Complete Article)

Glycemic Index: New Way to Count Carbs? - 85.1%
The latest news in diabetes diet planning is that even foods with the same carbohydrate content can trigger a wide difference in blood sugar levels. Diabetes researchers have developed a system for measuring  the glycemic index of foods. Healthy carbs are those with a low glycemic index.  This information takes the exchange diet to another level to help establish a diabetic food list that helps normalize blood sugar. (Complete Article)

Sleep Apnea and Diabetes - 85.1%
Sleep apnea is a disorder in which the throat muscles relax during sleep, obstructing the airway a causing brief but frequent breathing interruptions. Obesity-a common problem for people with type 2-is a major risk factor for developing this sleep disorder. Also, previous research has shown that sleep apnea is independently linked to glucose intolerance and insulin resistance-the primary characteristics of type 2.  Find out more about this interesting research. (Diabetes Research and Sleep Apnea) (Complete Article)

Diabetes and Omega-3 - 85.1%
The essential fatty acids also affect the ability of the body's cells to respond to insulin. In a 1993 study, Australian researchers learned that insulin resistance is related to what kinds of fatty acids make up the cell membranes. The more Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids there are in the cell membranes of adult diabetics, the more their tissues respond to insulin.  Learn more about how the essential fatty acids can help in managing diabetes. (Diabetes Nutrition and Diabetes Research) (Complete Article)

Herbal Approaches to Diabetes and Hyperglycemia - 85.1%
Ayurvedic botanicals often succeed where conventional medicine fails. Helping improve indicators associated with hyperglycemia and diabetes is one such area. Three herbals important in this effort are Gymnema sylvestre, Momordica charantia, and Tinospora cordifolia. (Gulvel and Bitter Melon) (Complete Article)

Diabetic Complications - 85.1%
Persistently high blood sugar levels can lead to long-term complications such as accelerated development of cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, cardiovascular disease, diabetic neuropathy, nephropathy and foot problems. Diabetes education on how to recognize signs and symptoms. Details diabetes symptoms of eye problems, nephropathy, cardiovascular disease, neuropathy and foot ailments. (Complete Article)

Low Blood Sugar - Hypoglycemia - 85.1%
When people first encounter the diet prescribed for hypoglycemia, they are often baffled by the ban on sugar. They have been given a diagnosis of low blood sugar and yet they must avoid sugar. Hypoglycemia is the opposite of diabetes, and diabetics cannot have sugar, therefore, surely the hypoglycemic sufferer must eat lots of sugar? This is a common misunderstanding. (Complete Article)

10 Tips For A Healthful Holiday - 83.51%
Follow these 10 suggestions to celebrate the season and enjoy your favorite foods while staying on top of your diabetes. (Diabetic Meal Planning, Exercise) (Complete Article)

Diabetics Can Count On Chromium - 83.51%
Chromium, an essential dietary mineral, plays a central role in how the body uses insulin to burn sugars, carbs, fats, and proteins for energy. Because of this insulin-enhancing role, chromium can be especially helpful in controlling, and sometimes reversing, some of the symptoms of prediabetes and type 2 (adult-onset) diabetes. (Chromium, Type 2 Diabetes, Syndrome X) (Complete Article)

6 Ways To Make A Difference - 83.51%
Taking control of diabetes is a team project. Here are some suggestions to help you support and help your family and friends with diabetes. (Diabetes Management, Diabetes Education) (Complete Article)

Fatigue: Why Am I So Tired? - 83.51%
If you have diabetes, your pancreas either stops making insulin or doesn't use it efficiently. With insulin resistance, your body can't absorb glucose properly, which means you won't have any energy. In addition to feeling tired, signs of diabetes include being very thirsty and hungry, having to urinate frequently, and losing weight. How can you get your energy back? (Complete Article)

Calcium and Vitamin D For Diabetes - 83.51%
While diet, exercise, weight loss, and medications are prescribed for people with diabetes, more Americans are turning to nutritional support for additional help. Studies confirm that vitamin D and calcium supplementation are associated with a reduced risk of Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. (Diabetes Nutrition, Type 1 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes) (Complete Article)

Menopause and Blood Sugar Control - 83.51%
If you have finally figured out how to control your blood glucose levels through a combination of meal planning, exercise, and oral diabetes medications or insulin, you should realize that menopause can throw your diabetes management plan out of balance. (Women's Health, Diabetes Management) (Complete Article)

Study: 2M Adolescents Have Pre-Diabetes - 83.51%
Roughly 2 million U.S. children ages 12 to 19 have a pre-diabetic condition linked to obesity and inactivity that puts them at risk for full-blown diabetes and cardiovascular problems, government data suggest. Read more about these alarming new statistics. (Pre-Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes, Diabetic Children, Cardiovascular Disease) (Complete Article)

Healthy Skin Made Easy - 83.51%
Diabetes can add to skin problems. High glucose levels are one reason; many bacteria thrive on sugar, making infections easier to get and harder to cure. Diabetic nerve disease and blood vessel disease are two other reasons; both can interfere with blood flow to the skin. In addition, nerve damage may dampen your ability to sense irritations and wounds, making it easier to injure yourself and not even notice. (Diabetes Education and Diabetes Management) (Complete Article)

Developing An Age Reduction Plan - 83.51%
Type I diabetics as well as Type II diabetics who take charge of their condition, vigilantly keeping their blood sugar levels within normal ranges, can significantly reduce the manifestations of premature aging. By managing diet, insulin, and exercise-- diabetics can avoid much of the aging that high blood sugar causes. No matter what ails you, the aging damage that a chronic condition causes is always improved by proper management. (Complete Article)

Sweet Sleep: It's Key To Your Quality Of Life - 83.51%
Research has shown that a lack of sleep causes a "sleep debt," which increases insulin resistance and causes more stress hormones to be released. The result: higher blood sugar levels. Sleep plays a critical role in your personal maintenance program. (Complete Article)

Obesity And High Blood Sugar Linked To Prostate Enlargement - 81.69%
The risk of developing benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH), a common condition in older men, increases with obesity and high blood sugar levels. (Obesity, High Blood Sugar, Prostate Disease, Diabetic Complications) (Complete Article)

The Power of Natural Supplements - 81.69%
Some of the most exciting - and underutilized - advancements being made in the optimization of healthy blood glucose metabolism involve the use of natural supplements.  (Diabetes Research, Nutraceuticals) (Complete Article)

The New Silent Epidemic - 81.69%
The number of American adults diagnosed with this disease annually has spiked 54% in the last decade and now stands at an estimated 21 million. At this very moment approximately one-third of those affected dont even know they are at risk and it takes an average of 4 to 7 years before they learn the truth. (Type 2 Diabetes, Heart Disease, PCOS) (Complete Article)

Red Wine Ingredient - Resveratrol - Fights Diabetes In Mice - 81.69%
Even relatively low doses of resveratrol--a chemical found in the skins of red grapes and in red wine--can improve the sensitivity of mice to the hormone insulin, according to a new report. As insulin resistance is often characterized as the most critical factor contributing to the development of type 2 diabetes, the findings "provide a potential new therapeutic approach for preventing or treating" both conditions, the researchers said. (Diabetes Research, Type 2 Diabetes, Insulin Resistance) (Complete Article)

Diabetes-Induced Dry Skin - 81.69%
Follow these tips to help you stay on top of your diabetic skin care. (Diabetic Complications, Skin Infections, Nerve Damage, Peripheral Vascular Disease) (Complete Article)

Diabetics Who Control Blood Sugar Today - 81.69%
People with diabetes who keep their blood sugar in check today will probably have a far lower chance of developing foot pain or other nerve damage tomorrow, according to new research results from a national study. (Diabetes Research, Neuropathy, Type 1 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes) (Complete Article)

Diabetes Tied to Enlarged Prostate - 81.69%
Researchers report that, BPH, or benign prostate hyperplasia, is a common condition in older men, but the risk of developing the condition seems to be increased by obesity and high blood sugar levels. (BPH, Benign Prostate Hyperplasia, Diabetic Complications) (Complete Article)

Vitamin C: An Efficient Way To Lower Sorbitol Levels - 81.69%
Attempts to prevent sorbitol accumulation with drugs have failed due to severe side effects. In contrast, vitamin C is able to accomplish what these drugs could not - safe and effective inhibition of sorbitol accumulation. (Vitamin C, Sorbitol, Diabetes Nutrition) (Complete Article)

Nature's Diabetes Defense - 81.69%
Taken regularly over time, certain herbs can help lower blood sugar, others improve cardiovascular health by lowering cholesterol and strengthening blood vessels, which are two crucial elements for people with type 2 diabetes. (Type 2 Diabetes, Cinnamon, Fennugreek, Gymnema) (Complete Article)

Get Clued In To Kidney Disease - 81.69%
For people with diabetes, kidney disease is often a silent complication that develops over many years, to devasting effect. The good news? You can prevent it or slow its progress. (Kidney Disease, Type 1 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes) (Complete Article)

All The Nerve - 81.69%
One of the most common long-term repercussions of high blood glucose levels is diabetic neuropathy, or nerve damage. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), about two-thirds of those with diabetes have some form of this complication. (Diabetes Management, Neuropathy Symptoms, Preventing Neuropathy) (Complete Article)

Reduce Your Risk of Memory Loss - 81.69%
Every essential nutrient (those not manufactured by the body) is important in brain function, but antioxidant nutrients which prevent the build-up of cell-destroying free radicals are crucial -- particularly vitamins C, E, selenium, grape seed extract, glutathione peroxidase, and superoxide dismutase (SOD). (Alzheimer's disease education) (Complete Article)

Physical Activity: Why Exercise? - 81.69%
Increasing your physical activity is one of the most helpful things you can do for yourself, especially if you have diabetes. This doesn't necessarily mean joining a health club and working out, but rather adding daily routines that can boost your activity level, from walking the dog to taking the stairs instead of the elevator. (Exercise and Diabetes Education) (Complete Article)

Glucosamine & Diabetes - News Update - 81.69%
Recent Diabetes news reports that oral glucosamine supplementation does not result in clinically significant alterations in glucose metabolism in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.(Diabetic Nutrition) (Complete Article)

Gastroparesis & Diabetes - 81.69%
Gastroparesis, also called delayed gastric emptying, is a disorder in which the stomach takes too long to empty its contents. It often occurs in people with type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes. Gastroparesis can also complicate efforts to control blood sugar levels with medication because it disrupts the timing of the digestive process. (Complete Article)

Those With PCOS Can Benefit from Lo Carb Diet - 81.69%
Women with Polycystic ovary syndrome have an increased risk of developing insulin resistance, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, lipid abnormalities and endometrial carcinoma (cancer). Many non-medical approaches can relieve or reduce specific symptoms. Many women with PCOS follow a low-carbohydrate diet designed to lose or maintain their weight. (Complete Article)

High Blood Pressure and Diabetes; A Deadly Duo - 81.69%
High blood pressure (or hypertension) isn't called "the silent killer" for nothing. Oftentimes people will have it and not even know it until it's too late.  For most people with diabetes, keeping blood pressure below 130/80 will help prevent problems. (Complete Article)

Relationships Between Hyperglycemia and Cognitive Performance - 81.69%
Hyperglycemia is a common event among patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes. While the cognitive-motor slowing associated with hypoglycemia is well documented, the acute effects of hyperglycemia have not been studied extensively, despite patients' reports of negative effects. This study prospectively and objectively assessed the effects of hyperglycemia on cognitive-motor functioning in subjects' natural environment. (Diabetes Research and Hyperglycemia) (Complete Article)

It's Complicated - Spotting The Conditions That May Come With Diabetes - 81.69%
There is good news for those with diabetes. "People are living longer; there's less heart disease, fewer amputations and less eye disease," says Richard Jackson, M.D., senior physician at the Joslin Diabetes Center in Boston. The key is catching associated problems early. (Neuropathy, Retinopathy, Heart Attack, Stroke) (Complete Article)

Straight Talk: Diabetes And Intimacy - 81.69%
It's easy to pin a lagging libido on stress, depression, age, or lack of sleep. But when you have diabetes, there may be an underlying factor - symptoms related to diabetes. (Diabetic Complications, Erectile Dysfunction, ED, Depression) (Complete Article)

A Quick Primer on Sugar Alcohols - 81.69%
Sugar alcohol is neither a "sugar" nor an "alcohol." Sugar alcohols affect the blood glucose levels less dramatically than regular table sugar which is why some diet plans allow a certain amount of them. In most people, they quickly add up to too many carbs. (Diabetes Diet, Diabetic Nutrition, Low Carbohydrate Diet) (Complete Article)

Slight Weight Loss Reduces Diabetes Risk Dramatically - 81.69%
When a person is overweight, insulin cannot work as effectively to keep blood glucose levels normal because the body becomes resistant to the action of its own insulin. Lifestyle modification can reduce the incidence of type 2 diabetes by 58% in people at high risk for the disease. (Type 2 Diabetes Diet) (Complete Article)

The Diabetic Exchange List (Exchange Diet) - 81.69%
Diabetic meal planning and diabetic menus can become much easier to manage with the use of the exchange lists.  Detailed diabetic food lists with the Starch/Bread List, Meat List, Vegetable List, Fruit List, Milk list, Fat list.  Specifics on how to plan for a low carbohydrate diet. (Healthy carbs)  (Complete Article)

Chromium - 81.69%
In addition to helping to create normal blood sugar levels and regulating your cholesterol - without the side effects of diabetes medication - chromium may also improve muscle tone and burn fat, according to studies published in Sports Medicine. (Complete Article)

Glucose and Immunity - 81.64%
Eating sugar also reduces the body's ability to fight infections. In 1908, researchers noted that diabetics were more susceptible than non-diabetics to infection. It took researchers until 1942 to discover that the bacteria-engulfing white blood cells of diabetics were essentially sleeping on the job. (Blood Sugar and Glucose and Diabetes Diet) (Complete Article)

Shedding Light On An Enlarged Prostate - 79.67%
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), an enlargement of the prostate gland, affects more than half of men in their 60s and as many as 90 percent of men in their 70s and 80s, according to the National Institutes of Health. (Enlarged Prostate, Bladder, BPH, Diabetic Complications) (Complete Article)

Diabetes Damage Linked To Vitamin B1 Shortage - 79.67%
Diabetics have three-quarters less vitamin B1 in their blood than healthy people, research has shown. The experts found the shortage was linked to damage to the kidneys, retina and nerves in the arms and legs-common in diabetics. (Kidney Disease, Retinopathy, Neuropathy, Vitamin B1, Thiamine) (Complete Article)

Diabetes Health Tricks - 79.67%
No magic bullet can stop our epidemic of type 2 diabetes, but certain supplements may help cut risk and alleviate symptoms. (Alpha-lipoic Acid, Neuropathy, High Triglycerides, Insulin) (Complete Article)

Liver Disease: Are You At Risk? - 79.67%
Generally, when you think of someone who has liver disease, you think of someone who abuses alcohol. You may be surprised to learn that fatty liver disease is often present in people who drink little or no alcohol. Nonalcoholic fatty liver is present in approximately 10 to 20 percent of Americans, and the incidence in type 2 diabetes may be as high as 50 percent. (Liver Disease, Diabetic Complications, Type 2 Diabetes) (Complete Article)

Vitamin B12 - 79.67%
Vitamin B12, also called cobalamin, is one of eight water-soluble B vitamins. All B vitamins help the body to convert carbohydrates into glucose (sugar) which is "burned" to produce energy. (Heart Disease, Neuropathy, Stress) (Complete Article)

Antioxidant Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA) - 79.67%
A collaborative study between Mayo Clinic and a medical center in Russia found that alpha lipoic acid (ALA) significantly and rapidly reduces the frequency and severity of symptoms of the most common kind of diabetic neuropathy.  (Neuroathy and Diabetic Complications) (Complete Article)

Good Fats and Bad Fats - 79.67%
Some fats are bad such as saturated fats and trans-fats. However, there's another kind of fat called essential fatty acids - and they are indeed essential. These unsaturated fats, including omega-3 and omega-6 fats, make our cell membranes more flexible, lower blood pressure and cholesterol, and reduce mortality from heart disease. (Diabetic Nutrition, Essential Fatty Acids, Heart Disease, High Blood Pressure) (Complete Article)

Nutritional Management of Diabetic Retinopathy - 79.67%
Diabetic retinopathy is the leading cause of blindness in the United States. Fortunately, diabetic retinopathy is a nutritionally responsive disorder. Natural agents can be used to reduce the initial damage to the blood vessels in the retina and enhance integrity. (Diabetes Nutrition and Retinopathy) (Complete Article)

Plants As Means Of Blood Sugar Control - 79.67%
Before the advent of insulin, diabetes and hypoglycemia were treated with plant medicines. In the last 20 years scientific investigation has, in fact, confirmed the efficacy of many of these preparations, some of which are remarkably effective. (Diabetic Product, Herb for Diabetes, Gymnema Sylvestre, Bitter Melon, Fenugreek, Bilberry, Pterocarpus) (Complete Article)

Eye Disease Before Diabetes? - 79.67%
Eye disease (retinopathy) commonly associated with diabetes may actually develop in people before the diabetes itself, say researchers. (Retinopathy, Diabetic Complications) (Complete Article)

Alpha-Lipoic Acid Improves Neuropathy Symptoms - 79.67%
In people with diabetes, alpha-lipoic acid appears to enhance insulin action and blood vessel circulation, protect against diabetic neuropathy (nerve disease), and inhibit protein glycation (a reaction between excess glucose and protein that impairs the protein's function and forms harmful end products in the body). (Diabetic Neuropathy, Alpha-Lipoic Acid) (Complete Article)

Diabetic Neuropathy - Nerve Pain and Numbness - 79.67%
An estimated 60 percent of all people with diabetes have some form of diabetic neuropathy, the nerve damage caused by long-term effects of diabetes. Symptoms can include numbness, tingling, prickling, and sometimes pain, burning, cramping, or extreme sensitivity to touch.(nerve pain, neuropathy causes, neuropathy symptoms) (Complete Article)

Smoking May Increase Risk of Diabetes - 79.67%
Smoking may increase the risk of developing diabetes, according to new research by investigators at Wake Forest University School of Medicine and colleagues. The surprising finding emerged when researchers examined the relationship between smoking and diabetes among participants in a major national study. (diabetes research, insulin resistance, cause of diabetes) (Complete Article)

Carnosine, Acetyl L-Carnitine and Alpha-Lipoic Acid - 79.67%
It is well known that diabetics age prematurely. There is strong evidence that the proper dose of carnosine may help to prevent age-related conditions such as muscle atrophy, eye problems, and neurological degeneration. Numerous studies also reveal the  direct antiaging effects of acetyl-L-carnitine. Alpha-lipoic acid is a vital antioxidant that boosts the power of other antioxidants. Many studies document the benefits of alpha-lipoic acid in treating diabetes. (diabetic neuropathy, diabetic nutrition, diabetes management) (Complete Article)

Alpha-Lipoic Acid - 79.67%
Researchers say that alpha-lipoic acid is important for diabetics. It is possible that it not only prevents nerve damage from oxidation, but also promotes glucose metabolism. In a study published in Diabetes Care, patients with adult-onset diabetes who were given lipoic acid experienced slight nerve regeneration, while patients taking a placebo showed continued deterioration. (diabetic neuropathy, neuropathy treatment) (Complete Article)

Eat Healthy - Diabetes - 79.67%
You can help control your blood sugar (also called blood glucose) and diabetes when you eat healthy, get enough physical activity and stay at a healthy weight. Using the Food Guide Pyramid helps you eat a variety of healthy foods. Variety means eating foods from each of the food groups every day. Read more about the six food groups. (Diabetic Menu, Diabetic Food List, Diabetes Diet) (Complete Article)

Diabetes and Colorectal Cancer - 79.67%
People with diabetes may be three times more likely to develop colorectal cancer, a recent study shows. Almost 10,000 adults between the ages of 45 and 79 were tested for a marker in the blood sugar, then were followed up six years later. Researchers found that those with diabetes or abnormal glucose metabolism were more likely to develop bowel cancer. (Diabetes Research) (Complete Article)

LADA or Diabetes 1.5 - 79.67%
Latent Autoimmune Diabetes in Adults (LADA), also called slow-onset diabetes or diabetes 1.5, has similarities both to type 1 and type 2. Often it is not recognized as LADA or type 1.5, because at first it looks like and reacts positively to treatments for type 2. However, it ends up revealing itself as an autoimmune form of diabetes, more like type 1. (Type 1 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes, Diabetes Education) (Complete Article)

Eating Healthy on $7 A Day or Less - 79.67%
NO DOUBT ABOUT IT. Diabetes is an expensive disease. When a family member has either type 1 or type 2 diabetes, the family's income has to cover medications or insulin and syringes, monitoring equipment and strips, medical visits, diabetes books and magazines, and, of course, healthful foods. No wonder it's tempting to shortchange the last item. But healthful foods are actually a blue chip investment. Good nutrition will help keep your blood glucose in balance now and will likely help prevent costly complications and expensive medical care later. (Diabetes Meal Planning and Diabetes Menu) (Complete Article)

Talking About Sex - 79.67%
No question about it: Blood glucose fluctuations, poorly controlled diabetes, and related complications can all affect sexual interest and ability. But when problems arise, don't assume that a long-feared complication is here to stay. Sexual problems can happen for a variety of reasons and often are temporary or easily resolved. (Diabetes Education) (Complete Article)

Study Finds Link Between Alzheimer's, Diabetes - 79.67%
A statistical analysis found that people with diabetes had a much higher rate of developing Alzheimer's disease than those who don't have diabetes. Age is still the greatest risk factor for developing Alzheimer's. One in 10 Americans over 65 and nearly half of those over 85 have the incurable, progressive brain disease. (Complete Article)

Prevent & Protect - Control Blood Sugar To Prevent Diabetic Complications - 79.67%
Three out of five people with diabetes have one or more complications from the disease. In the United States, more than 200,000 people a year die from all types of diabetic complications. (Diabetic Complications, Heart Disease, Stroke, Neuropathy) (Complete Article)

An Avoidable Aging Bombshell - 79.67%
It's impossible to hold on to your youth if excesses of insulin are raging through your bloodstream.  Insulin resistance doesn't happen just because you're aging and you don't have to get it.  Approximately 25 percent of all seemingly normal, healthy nondiabetic older Americans have so-called insulin resistance. If you do have it, you can correct it before it does irreversible damage. (Diabetes education-- hyperinsulinemia) (Complete Article)

Why You Need the Bs - 79.67%
B-complex vitamins are essential for your body to convert sugar and starches to energy, a chemical process called carbohydrate metabolism.  A shortage of any one of them can cause problems.  Vitamin B6 deficiency has been linked to glucose intolerance, which is an abnormally high rise in blood sugar after eating. (Diabetes Nutrition and Diabetes Management) (Complete Article)

Insulin Pumps - 79.67%
If you use insulin frequently, you have probably thought about getting an insulin pump from time to time. But maybe it seemed too costly or inconvenient. Now is the time for a second look at this diabetic product that has changed with the times. (Complete Article)

Cinnamon - 79.61%
Cinnamon appears to fight inflammation and help insulin, a hormone that controls blood sugar. (Type 2 Diabetes and Diabetes Research) (Complete Article)

Low Blood Sugar Symptoms - 79.61%
Low blood sugar occurs much more frequently in people with Type I diabetes, whose bodies don't produce any insulin, than in people with Type 2 Diabetes. Exceptions to this may include people with Type 2 diabetes who are taking hypoglycemic agents, and particularly those who are taking insulin. (Complete Article)

Benfotiamine: Protection Against Diabetic Complications - 77.42%
Benfotiamine, a little-known fat-soluble form of vitamin B1, has been shown to help prevent the development and progression of many diabetic complications. Used for decades in Europe as a prescription medication, benfotiamine fights against the progression of diabetic nerve, kidney, and retinal damage, and relieves the painful symptoms of diabetic neuropathy. (Supplements, Diabetes, Diabetic Complications, Neuropathy, Nerve Function) (Complete Article)

Special Mind Boosters - Super Energizers For The Mind - 77.42%
By taking these mind-energizers or super antioxidants you can restore optimum function and vitality to your brain. (Alzheimer's, Dementia, Brain Fog, Age-Related Memory Loss, Vitamin B12 Deficiency, Mental Focus) (Complete Article)

Low Vitamin D Levels Post Large Threat To Health - 77.42%
Researchers at Johns Hopkins are reporting what is believed to be the most conclusive evidence to date that inadequate levels of vitamin D, obtained from milk, fortified cereals and exposure to sunlight, lead to substantially increased risk of death. (Vitamin D Deficiency, Heart Disease) (Complete Article)

Promoting And Protecting Brain Health - 77.42%
In addition to choosing fresh, organic foods and using brain-healthy ways to prepare them, it is possible to further boost the health of our brains by supplementing our daily menu of foods with vitamins, minerals, and other supplements that specifically target and enrich the function of the brain. In truth, it can be hard to get the optimal levels of the vitamins and minerals we need through diet alone. (Alzheimers, Memory, Concentration, Alpha GPC, Alpha-glycerylphosphorylcholine, Phosphatidylcholine, Mental Focus) (Complete Article)

The Right Choices: How To Keep Those Holiday Pounds At Bay - 77.42%
The holidays are here and it is time to celebrate with family and friends. This is a wonderful time of year, but it is the 5 - 7 pounds that hang around after the holidays that we could do without. This season doesnt have to be fattening, however. With a little advance planning, you can enjoy all the festivities without sacrificing your waistline. (Weight gain, diabetic lifestyle, healthy diet) (Complete Article)

Health Experts Caution - Type 2 Diabetes Management Compromised During Holidays - 77.42%
The Harris Interactive survey, conducted among Americans with type 2 diabetes aged 45 and older, showed that 48 percent say the emotional stress of the holidays caused them to engage in at least one negative behavior, such as eating unhealthy foods and overeating. (Type 2 Diabetes, Diabetic Diet) (Complete Article)

Even Diet Soft Drinks Are Associated With An Increased Risk Of Heart Disease - 77.42%
Diet soft drinks are lower in calories, but are still associated with a greater risk of heart disease as are sugar-laden sodas, according to a new study. (Diabetic Diet, Metabolic Syndrome, Artificial Sweeteners, Diet Soda) (Complete Article)

Living With Diabetes? Save Your Heart! - 77.42%
People who have diabetes are more likely to have a heart attack or stroke than they are to lose a limb. Despite that fact, 60 percent of those with diabetes don't consider cardiovascular disease a serious complication, according to a survey conducted by the American Diabetes Association and the American College of Cardiology. (Diabetic Complications, Cardiovascular Disease, Heart Attack, Stroke) (Complete Article)

10 Terms To Learn By Heart - 77.42%
When assessing cardiovascular health, here are ten terms you will want to be familiar with. (Heart Attack, Stroke, High Cholesterol, High Triglycerides) (Complete Article)

Coenzyme Q10 and L-Carnitine - 77.42%
Coenzyme Q10 is especially abundant in heart muscle, and it is an excellent antioxidant, about four times more potent than vitamin E in some studies. Another supplement that helps the heart is L-carnitine. (Cardiovascular Disease, High Blood Pressure, Angina) (Complete Article)

Omega-3 - More Than A Fish Tale - 77.42%
Eating a diet rich in omega-3 fats seems especially important for people with diabetes, whose risk of heart disease is three times higher than normal. (Heart Disease, Diabetic Complications, Omega-3 Fats, Fish Oil) (Complete Article)

Ten Dietary Principles To Live By - 77.42%
Reverse Metabolic Syndrome is a nutritional disease, the most straightforward way to prevent or reverse it is by improving your eating habits.  (Reverse Metabolic Syndrome, Syndrome X, Insulin Resistance) (Complete Article)

Carbohydrate Counting - 77.42%
I am a diabetic and I just don't know how to count carbs. (Diabetic Diet, Low Carbohydrate Diet, Diabetic Meal Planning) (Complete Article)

The Importance Of A Daily Multivitamin - 77.42%
In research conducted in Germany, diets of type 2 diabetic patients were analyzed and found to be deficient in one or more of 22 nutrients evaluated. More alarming, a whopping 97 percent of the diabetic patients did not obtain three to seven nutrients in the recommended amounts from their diets. (Diabetes Nutrition, Type 1 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes) (Complete Article)

Alpha Lipoic Acid Reverses Nerve Damage In Diabetics - 77.42%
Nerve damage is one of diabetes' most devastating complications and affects more than 50 percent of all diabetics. Its typical course is relentlessly downhill and there are no effective medicines to treat it. But now there is hope. A study recently published in Diabetes Care reports that the antioxidant nutrient alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) can partly restore diabetic nerve function. (Diabetic Neuropathy, Diabetic Complications) (Complete Article)

Frozen Shoulder - 77.42%
A body in motion tends to stay in motion, and a body at rest tends to stay at rest. Such is the case with your shoulder and a condition called adhesive capsulitis. Adhesive capsulitis is more commonly known as frozen shoulder.  Diabetes is a risk factor for frozen shoulder, although precisely why that's so is a subject the medical community is still researching. (Diabetic Complications, Diabetes Care) (Complete Article)

De-Stress To Decrease Risk Of Diabetes - - 77.42%
Researchers are slowly zeroing in on the long-suspected link between stress and type-2 diabetes, which accounts for 90 percent of all diabetes cases. Anxiety is now believed to exacerbate diabetes by raising levels of the stress hormone cortisol, which regulates insulin and blood-sugar levels. (Stress, Type 2 Diabetes) (Complete Article)

Alpha Lipoic Acid - 77.42%
A little known but extremely powerful antioxidant nutrient is available in supplemental form called alpha lipoic acid. Alpha lipoic acid appears to be a wonder nutrient and it seems to work particularly well in diabetic patients. (Alpha Lipoic Acid, Diabetes Research, Diabetic Complications, Neuropathy) (Complete Article)

Bladder Neuropathy - Neurogenic Bladder - 77.42%
Three different types of nerves control how your bladder functions. Damage to any of these nerves can cause problems with the way the bladder functions. This type of problem is often called bladder neuropathy, bladder dysfunction, or neurogenic bladder. (Autonomic Neuropathy,  Diabetic Complications) (Complete Article)

All About Peripheral Arterial Disease - 77.42%
Peripheral arterial disease, also called PAD, occurs when blood vessels in the legs are narrowed or blocked by fatty deposits. Blood flow to your feet and legs decreases. If you have PAD, you have an increased risk for heart attack and stroke. An estimated one out of every three people with diabetes over the age of 50 have this condition. However, many of those with warning signs don't realize that they have PAD and therefore don't get treatment. (Diabetes Complications, Heart Attack, Stroke) (Complete Article)

Breastfeeding Appears To Reduce Diabetes Risk - 77.42%
Women who breastfeed for more than six months might reduce their risk of developing type 2 diabetes, says a new study thought to be the first to make such a connection. (Type ii Diabetes, Diabetes Prevention) (Complete Article)

Higher Body Iron Stores Predict Future Risk of Women Developing Type 2 Diabetes - 77.42%
In the first large study to assess iron stores and risk of type 2 diabetes in an apparently healthy population, researchers from the Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) found that higher iron stores were associated with significantly elevated risk of type 2 diabetes, independent of other known diabetes risk factors. (Diabetes Research, Type 2 Diabetes) (Complete Article)

Magnesium Deficiency - 77.42%
If you have type 2 diabetes and are experiencing leg cramps, chances are your body is screaming for magnesium. In fact, up to 80% of type 2 diabetics have a magnesium deficiency. (Leg Cramps, Magnesium Deficiency, Type 2 Diabetes) (Complete Article)

A Natural Approach to Diabetes - 77.42%
Many diabetics have low blood levels of B6. Levels are even lower in diabetics with nerve damage. Supplementation with Vitamins B6 and B12, including a form of B12 called methylcobalamin, play an important role in the prevention and treatment of many forms of diabetic neuropathy. (Diabetes Nutrition, Polyneuropathy, Peripheral Neuropathy, Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate) (Complete Article)

Alpha-Lipoic Acid- Nature's Perfect Antioxidant - 77.42%
Alpha-lipoic acid is an approved drug in Germany for the treatment of diabetic neuropathy. Although alpha-lipoic acid's primary effect in improving neuropathy is thought to be the result of its antioxidant effects, it has also been shown to lead to an improvement in blood sugar metabolism, improve blood flow to peripheral nerves, and actually stimulate the regeneration of nerve fibers. (diabetes treatment, diabetic nutrition, preventing neuropathy) (Complete Article)

Inositol - 77.42%
Inositol is a water soluble B vitamin that is essential for helping the cells in the body communicate and is involved in cellular responses to the actions of certain body hormones and chemicals that are released from nerves, called neurotransmitters. Experiments are currently looking at altering the levels of inositol and other chemicals to reduce nerve damage in diabetes. (Diabetic Neuropathy, Diabetic Nutrition, Prevention Neuropathy) (Complete Article)

Alpha-Lipoic Acid and Peripheral Neuropathy - 77.42%
There are probably more studies attesting to the benefits of  alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) for dealing with peripheral neuropathy than studies for any other nutrient. ALA is known as a "universal antioxidant." In addition to its remarkable abilities as a natural antioxidant, it is noted for protecting nerves from oxidative damage and inflammation. (preventing neuropathy, neuropathy product, diabetic nutrition) (Complete Article)

Alpha-Lipoic Acid Battles Diabetes - 77.42%
An analysis of recent studies confirms that alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) supplements reduce a variety of neuropathic symptoms common to diabetes, including pain, burning sensation and numbness, and may be even more effective when combined with other antioxidants. (preventing neuropathy, diabetic nutrition, diabetic neuropathy) (Complete Article)

Formula For A Healthy Smile - 77.42%
Having higher than normal blood sugar levels increases your risk of developing dental problems, such as tooth decay and loss, gingivitis (inflammation of the gums), periodontitis (infection of the gums), and other infections. Read more about what you can do to maintain healthy teeth and gums. (Diabetic Nutrition and Diabetes Care and Sign of Diabetes) (Complete Article)

Type 1/Type 2 - Cold Weather Increases A1Cs - 77.42%
A team of researchers working in Veterans Health Administration centers across the country has found a link between cold weather and higher A1C levels. Read more about this study of more than 272,722 veterans with diabetes. (Diabetes Research, blood sugar level, alc) (Complete Article)

Understanding Insulin Resistance - 77.42%
In people with type 1 diabetes, the beta cells in the pancreas are destroyed by the body's own immune system and can no longer produce any insulin. In type 2 diabetes, the problem is somewhat more complex. The pancreas produces insulin-sometimes more than normal. But the insulin doesn't work properly. The result is the same: the sugar remains in the blood in high concentrations, setting you up for a number of health problems. ( Diabetic Symptoms, blood sugar levels, Syndrome X) (Complete Article)

Diabetes Alert: Halt Digestion Distress - 77.42%
If you've got diabetes and also have digestive discomfort--such as tummy pain, gas, bloating, heartburn, constipation, or diarrhea--don't overlook this hidden cause: uncontrolled blood sugar. Read more about what you can do. (Diabetes Education and Diabetic Meal Planning) (Complete Article)

Fish Oil Lowers Triglycerides - 77.42%
The results of 18 trials conducted over a 10-year period show that fish oil supplementation for patients with type 2 diabetes lowers triglycerides but has no significant effect on blood sugar. (Diabetes Research and Essential Fatty Acids, EFAs, Omega 3) (Complete Article)

Sugar Alcohol - 77.42%
Sugar-free candy as well as as other products using the term "sugar-free" should be evaluated for total carbohydrate content.  Sugar alcohols, though listed by their weight content within the food as listed in the Nutrition Facts panel, are not metabolized (broken down and used for energy) the way true sugars are.  Because sugar alcohols are incompletely absorbed, the FDA allows the labeling and assignment of less energy per gram to these nutritive sweeteners. (Diabetes Diet and Nutrition) (Complete Article)

Acetyl-L-Carnitine Improves Diabetic Neuropathy - 77.42%
Study shows that acetyl-L-carnitine not only improves the symptoms of diabetic neuropathy, but also helps regenerate nerve fibers and vibration perception. (Diabetic Neuropathy and Diabetes Research) (Complete Article)

Why B1 May Protect Diabetics - 77.42%
Can taking thiamine help prevent diabetic kidney disease? Recent studies show that high-dose supplementation with vitamin B1 prevents the development of diabetic kidney disease (nephropathy) in rats with toxin-induced diabetes. This study, combined with others with similar results, lends support to taking high dose thiamine supplements to ward off diabetic complications. (Diabetes Education) (Complete Article)

Walk For Your Heart - 77.42%
Exercise doesn't have to be strenuous to be effective. The "no pain, no gain" attitude can sometimes discourage people from exercising at all. While it's true that aerobic exercise (dancing, swimming, jogging, and bicycling) gives the heart and lungs a continuous workout, brisk walking is also beneficial-and much easier to work into anyone's schedule. (Diabetes Education and Exercise) (Complete Article)

Sugar Substitutes - 77.42%
Sugar substitutes may taste sweet and cut down on calories, but are they creating an excess release of insulin in your body. Learn what artificial sweeteners may be setting off your insulin trigger. (Diabetes Diet and Diabetes Management) (Complete Article)

Beat Diabetes! - 77.42%
Gymnema Sylvestre certainly could serve as the backbone of a natural diabetes program. In one recent study , Gymnema showed the potential for pancreas repair, raising output of insulin to normal levels.  This herb for diabetes is getting serious attention in an integrated approach to diabetes management. (Diabetic Product News) (Complete Article)

Heart Disease & Diabetes - 77.42%
A high level of homocysteine in the blood is now being recognized as a new, independent risk factor for heart troubles.  But the good news is that a high level of homocysteine can be treated with modifications to your daily diet or by supplementation. If you are getting plenty of folate, B6 and B12 from your food, they "detoxify" the homocysteine, driving levels down and keeping you safe from heart troubles. Important information for a diabetic diet. (Complete Article)

Health Consequences of Too Much Fast Food - 77.42%
Eating fast food regularly increases the odds of becoming obese and/or a type 2 diabetic. That's the conclusion of the CARDIA study (Coronary Artery Risk Development in Young Adults), which followed 3,031 young adults for 15 years.  (Diabetic Meal Planning and Type 2 Diabetes) (Complete Article)

Managing Hypoglycemia - Basic Guidelines (Part I) - 77.42%
Hypoglycemia can be the precursor to Type II diabetes and other insulin resistance related ailments. The good news is that treatment is easy  to understand, and you can manage it yourself.  Best of all, the treatment is without risk, whether or not you actually have hypoglycemia because the treatment is simply a change in diet. (Low blood sugar) (Complete Article)

Peripheral Neuropathy Explained - 77.42%
Perhaps because it's poorly understood and not commonly discussed, peripheral neuropathy is sometimes called the "silent disease".  Yet it affects more people than rheumatoid arthritis-a much better known ailment-with just as severe consequences in its worst form. (Neuropathy and Diabetes Education) (Complete Article)

Constipation - 77.42%
Constipation is the most common digestive problem. Some estimates say up to 60 percent of people with diabetes may have reported bouts of constipation (constipation is generally considered less than three bowel movements per week). (Diabetes Diet, Irregularity) (Complete Article)

1/3 of Americans Have Pre-Diabetes Syndrome - 77.42%
A condition called insulin resistance syndrome puts people at high risk of diabetes and heart disease. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and acanthosis nigricans (a skin condition) are linked to insulin resistance syndrome. In insulin resistance syndrome, also known as metabolic syndrome or syndrome X, a person loses his or her ability to manage insulin effectively. Know the conditions that can be a sign of diabetes. (Complete Article)

The Diabetic Diet - 77.42%
Your diabetic diet should be a well-balanced meal plan tailored to your individual needs, tastes, activity level and life style. Good diabetic meal planning  will include carbohydrates, proteins and fats in amounts that will promote good diabetes control.  Your dietitian may use diabetic food exchange lists to help you plan meals and snacks. (Diabetes Food and Diabetes Cooking)  (Complete Article)

How to Read Food Labels - 77.42%
Food labels not only help you choose healthy foods, they can help you control your diabetes (diabeties). Learn what to look for in planning your diabetes diet. (Complete Article)

1/3 of Americans Born in 2000 will get Diabetes- Type 2 Diabetes is on the Rise - 77.42%
New diabetes statistics reveal the steadily increasing incidence of diabetes. The report, based on U.S. health data, highlights the "urgent need" to make diabetes prevention a priority. Early diabetes diet control can bring long-term benefits by helping to prevent diabetic complications. (Complete Article)

Borderline Diabetes - 77.42%
Although borderline diabetes is not classed as diabetes,  the risk of developing other diabetic complications such as coronary heart disease is equal to that of any patient in the diabetic category. (Complete Article)

Hyperglycemia (in Juvenile Diabetes) - 77.42%
Diabetic adolescents are especially susceptible to hyperglycemia, since hormonal levels are in flux and many adolescents exhibit erratic eating and sleeping patterns. Be able to recognize the signs of hyperglycemia. (Diabetic child)  (Complete Article)