Mangoes May Benefit Blood Glucose
The National Mango Board recently published a press release “Emerging Research Suggests Mango Consumption Holds Potential to Positively Impact Blood Sugar in Obese Individuals and Mango Polyphenols May Contribute to Anti-Inflammatory Activity in Cells” research presented at Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology in Boston. Mangoes may help regulate blood glucose levels and limit [...]
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May, 25, 2013
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- May, 24, 2013
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Connection between diabetes and oral health
While more than half of those people recently surveyed reported one or more symptoms of gum disease, the majority (67 percent) said they do not discuss their oral health with their doctor. Gum disease can contribute to the progression of a person’s diabetes, as it affects blood glucose control. People with diabetes are also at [...]
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- May, 24, 2013
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Twenty minutes of exercise cuts kids’ diabetes risk
A new study has confirmed that just 20 minutes of daily aerobic exercise significantly cuts a child’s risk of developing diabetes, across genders and race, with more exercise being even better. Interestingly, the 13-week study did not have the 222 overweight, inactive participants change their diets. With one-third of American elementary school children overweight, school-based [...]
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- May, 23, 2013
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Adults with diabetes may risk thinning bones
A study shows that osteoporosis is a complication in diabetes, with men who have Type 1 diabetes losing bone density at a rate similar to that of older, post-menopausal women with Type 2 diabetes. The findings suggest that young men with Type 1 diabetes should be doing weight-bearing exercise to strengthen their bones as well [...]
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- May, 22, 2013
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Pills, pills, pills: Too many vitamins?
How many vitamins does a person with diabetes need? Can a person with diabetes take too many? The over-the-counter supplements you may or may not find yourself taking can really add up. Women often include estrogen pills to keep hormone levels in balance along with their daily multi-vitamin and bone-strengthening Vitamin D/Calcium supplement. There may [...]
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- May, 21, 2013
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Lifestyle changes to prevent or control diabetes
If you are concerned that you may be considered with diabetes or even you if have already been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, there are two lifestyle changes you can make today that can help prevent or control the disorder. The first is to step up your oral hygiene. Studies show that gum disease increases [...]
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- May, 20, 2013
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Tips for Dining Out
The average American eats five meals per week at restaurants. Moderate portions and careful choices can help you make restaurant meals part of your overall plan for diabetes nutrition. Here are some tips * Ask for: -Half or smaller portions. -Healthy substitutions (for example, a double serving of veggies) in place of fried sides like [...]
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- May, 19, 2013
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Does my cat have diabetes?
Diabetes may be acquired by cats at any age, but it is more common among cats that are obese, aging, and of the male sex. Diabetes in cats actually occurs most commonly in the ‘mature’ life stage – that is, in cats aged 7–10 years. Just like in humans, two types of diabetes can also [...]
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- May, 18, 2013
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2 Ways to keep your blood sugar steady
Many people with diabetes struggle with making their blood sugars staying consistent. Sugar crashes can restrict our work and life, sometimes even safety of ourselves or those around us. Throughout history, doctors have given patients advice and here are a few tips that were originally published in Mind Body Green. We hope you find these [...]
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- May, 17, 2013
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