Diabetes Articles
The symptoms of diabetes are often difficult to identify. In some cases they can take years to develop and in other cases they are so moderate that they do not get noticed. In this article I will be outlining four of the most common diabetic symptoms which you should be on the lookout for.
Wed, 27 Aug 2008: Diabetes Control Made Easy With a Few Simple Steps
Master the secrets to controlling and preventing diabetes.
Tue, 26 Aug 2008: 4 Top Tests for Diabetes
In this article I discuss four of the tests that your doctor may use to diagnose you with diabetes. These tests include; the Fasting Plasma Glucose Test, The Oral Glucose Tolerance Test, the Random Blood Glucose Test and the Glycosylated Haemoglobin Test.
Tue, 26 Aug 2008: Dietary Needs of the Diabetic Part IV
The diabetic patient can help control their blood glucose levels in conjunction with a healthy diet. Not only can they help to control their blood glucose levels with a healthy diet, but their lipids and blood pressure as well. Nutrition recommendations are developed from the following table:
Tue, 26 Aug 2008: So, You Are A Diabetic?
So, you are a diabetic. If you have just been recently diagnosed, then there is much to learn. Be careful where you get your information. The doctor should be your first source. Your doctor should prepare you with literature and other teaching material, as well as give you referrals to help groups. Being a diabetic doesn't mean your life is going to change.
Thu, 21 Aug 2008: Helping the Diabetic Manage Their Diabetes With Family Support
The quality of life and health are greatly increased when those who are diabetic control their blood glucose levels consistently throughout the day. Tight glycemic control can prevent many of the illnesses associated with diabetes such as peripheral neuropathy, glaucoma, cardiovascular disease and hypertension.
Wed, 13 Aug 2008: What Are The Causes Of Diabetes?
As research into diabetes becomes increasingly advanced we are learning more and more about the disease. However, the exact cause of diabetes is something that has remained elusive. In this article I explain the likely causes of diabetes and the risk factors associated with the various types.
Wed, 13 Aug 2008: Glycemic Index, Blood Sugar and Diabetes
Diets that focus on reduced carbohydrate intake, diets that limit or reduce fat intake, low-caloric diets, combination diets, blood typing diets, genotype diets, and diabetic diets can all be very confusing.
Mon, 11 Aug 2008: What is Type 2 Diabetes?
Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes affecting 90% of sufferers. In this article I will discuss the symptoms of type 2 diabetes and how it can be properly managed.
Thu, 7 Aug 2008: What is Type 1 Diabetes?
Type 1 diabetes is a less common form of diabetes which affects 5% - 10% of all diabetics. In this article I will explain what it is, the possible symptoms and how it can be managed.
Tue, 5 Aug 2008: Walking Aids In Type 2 Diabetes And Weight Loss
Type 2 diabetes has risen to epidemic proportions in the industrialized countries. Recent research has shown that this disease is highly preventable, and that lifestyle interventions involving changes in diet and physical activity are effective in reversing many of the risk factors and disease processes associated with this condition.
Thu, 10 Jul 2008: Foot Care for the Diabetic
Proper foot care is very important for people who are diabetic. People spend a great amount of time on their feet. Knowledge of proper foot care can save the diabetic individual from many future complications that can arise from foot care neglect, such as open wounds, infection, and loss of toe nails, poor circulation, peripheral neuropathy, septicemia and gangrene.
Thu, 10 Jul 2008: Assessing the Diabetic Client
In assessing the diabetic client, the nurse should identify specific body systems that the disease effects. Always look first. Is the client obese, frail, emaciated or well nourished? Notice the client's face and skin color, are they pale, flushed or diaphoretic. Ask them how they feel. Are they hungry, thirsty, do they need to use the rest room? Offer them a drink of water if they are thirsty.
Wed, 2 Jul 2008: Dietary Teaching for the Diabetic Client
Once a patient is diagnosed as having diabetes, their world suddenly changes. Now they must monitor their glucose before meals and at bedtime, they must watch the sugars that they consume and be aware of the signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia and know what actions to take. This is a lot of information to process for a diabetic of any age.
Sat, 28 Jun 2008: Herbal Solutions For Diabetes And Pre-Diabetes Conditions
There are a number of plant species known to have insulin-like acting substances. This article aims to tackle these various natural plant remedies for diabetes.
Sun, 25 May 2008: A Guide to Understanding Diabetes
This article give a introduction to diabetes and what it means it also covers the different types of diabetes. Then It covers the symptoms and when to seek treatment.
Fri, 23 May 2008: Common Diabetes Symptoms and FAQ's
Information on identifying the most common of diabetes symptoms and actions to take in avoiding progression of the symptoms of diabetes.
Wed, 21 May 2008: Diabetes in Children and Adolescents
Diabetes can attack children at any age, including pre-school children and even toddlers. Diabetes has a distinct effect on children and their families. There are measures that can be taken to ensure the elimination of unnecessary death and disability.
Fri, 16 May 2008: Foot Care For Diabetics
Examining the relationship between foot care and diabetes.
Sun, 27 Apr 2008: Caffeine Causes Glucose Level Spikes In Type 2 Diabetics
Did you know that nearly 18 million Americans have been diagnosed as having diabetes, and this figure continues to rise?
Wed, 19 Mar 2008: Type 2 Diabetes - Symptoms and Diet
As a disease Type 2 diabetes is getting more and more common in Western society, mainly due to diet and the down turn in many peoples lives of the amount of time that they spend exercising.
Sat, 1 Mar 2008: Diabetes Treatment And Info: All You Need To Know
Diabetes is a critical health care problem for many people throughout the world. It decreases quality of life and, in many cases, it can also shorten one's life.
Mon, 25 Feb 2008: Pediatric Diabetes - Caring for a Diabetic Child
Statistics are showing gains in pediatric diabetes. Most cases are prevalent Type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes is increasing as well. Knowing how to care for a diabetic child can lessen episodes of seizures.
Sun, 27 Jan 2008: Things To Know About Your Diabetes
Diabetes is one of the occult diseases which needs widespread awareness among people It must be diagnosed as early as possible, especially in persons who have a family history of diabetes, are obese, in women who have given birth to overweight/ stillborn/ abnormal babies, and/or have elevated blood sugar, or pass sugar in urine during the period of pregnancy
Sun, 2 Dec 2007: Gymnema, Cinnamon and Cloves for Diabetes Managment
Studies show that gymnema sylvestre, cinnamon, chromium and cloves are all well-proven treatments that lower glucose levels thus assisting the control of Type 2 diabetes. In addition they also lower LDL cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
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