Diabetes is the most widespread “lifestyle disease”. According to a 2020 report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), an estimated 34.2 million people, or 10.5% of the U.S. population have diabetes and about 7.3 million people have diabetes but have not yet been diagnosed (2018). The American Diabetes Association (ADA) observes November …
Diabetes is a chronic medical condition that is caused by insufficient production of insulin in the body or when the body doesn’t use insulin well, leading to high blood glucose levels. Diabetes is the result of a combination of genetic and lifestyle factors. There are different types of diabetes such as type1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, …
Diabetes is one of the leading causes of disability and death in the United States. If left untreated, the disease can affect every body part and cause serious and life-threatening complications such as kidney damage, nerve damage, amputations and blindness. Every year, the month of November is observed as American Diabetes Month by the American …
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Diabetes is a chronic disease that causes higher than normal blood sugar levels. Excess sugar in the blood can cause serious complications such as kidney failure, heart attacks, stroke, amputations and blindness, and is linked to an increased risk for several cancers. A person with diabetes must follow an active lifestyle and a healthy diet …
Diabetes is a serious, sometimes life-threatening disease. It’s one of the leading causes of disability and death in the United States, because over time it can affect every body part and may cause kidney damage, nerve damage, amputations and blindness. So, to raise awareness about this chronic condition, November is observed as American Diabetes Month …
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A chronic disease, diabetes can lead to many serious medical conditions if not managed properly. There are three types of diabetes – type 1, type 2, and gestational. Type 2 is the most common type and develops when an issue within the body makes blood glucose levels rise higher than normal, causing the body to …
November is celebrated as American Diabetes Month to raise awareness about this chronic condition. November 14 is observed as World Diabetes Day by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) and the World Health Organization (WHO). This year’s theme for American Diabetes Month is “Everyday Reality”. The American Diabetes Association (ADA) explains, “For those who’ve been diagnosed, …
Diabetes is a chronic disease that can lead to many serious medical conditions if not managed properly. According to the American Diabetes Association (ADA), about 29 million people in the U.S. have diabetes, with another 8 million undiagnosed and 86 million considered pre-diabetic. Following a healthy eating plan that is naturally rich in nutrients and …
If you’re diabetic, it’s likely that you’ve been advised by many people not to eat fruits. Well, they’re wrong. It’s a myth that eating fruit is not good for diabetes. Fruits and vegetables play a key role in a diabetes diet. All fruits contain natural sugar, are fiber-rich, and contain many vitamins and minerals. Consumption …
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Type 2 diabetes is sweeping in the United States as more and more people are diagnosed with the condition. Good blood sugar control requires good blood sugar testing. Testing regularly shows how diet, exercise, and other factors affect your blood sugar. Many people check their blood glucose levels at home. However, making small mistakes when …
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