Diabetes News, Information & Resources
A recent study detected that woman who have been diagnosed with diabetes are 44 percent more likely to develop coronary heart disease (CHD) than men who have been diagnosed with diabetes.
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With the accessibility of fast food in today’s fast paced world, it is no surprise why so many people are finding themselves obese. In fact, there are more people overweight today than there were just ten years ago. According to the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) more than one-third of U.S. adults are obese.
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A new study has found that by consuming more a high protein breakfast, women maintain more control of their glucose levels.
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New Research reveals that dangerously low blood sugar levels can cause prolonged periods of heart rhythm disturbances and other associated heart issues in older patients with Type 2 diabetes. Because of this finding, information can be detected that could provide a clue as to which low blood sugar levels contribute to life-threatening irregular heart rhythms.
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Many people believe that diet soda is far healthier than regular sodas but the truth is, is that those diet sodas could be causing even more problems. A new study shows that diet drinks may lead to heart health issues for older women.
It has been believed that for years, diets low in saturated fat can help to not only decrease the risk of heart disease but to also lengthen longevity as well. However, new studies show, that might not be the case.
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Type 2 Diabetes affects over 300 million people globally and that number increases every year. While many people can adjust their lifestyles or even take medication to control diabetes, there is no cure for diabetes as a whole. However, medical science has come far in recent years in finding a better way to manage blood sugar.
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Most people look at nutrition labels and become quite confused about what is actually in the foods they are buying. Due to a new makeover, confusing nutrition labels just might be a thing of the past.
The Food and Drug Administration announced on February 27th, 2014 that there is a proposed change to nutrition labels, which will be the very first overhaul in over 20 years. The new labels proposed will show more calories and added sugars. This will make calorie counting easier while helping to highlight those sneaky sugars that slide right past the radar. It will also change required serving sizes like soda.
An estimated 25.8 million Americans have diabetes, and seven million of those may not be diagnosed has been recorded by the National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse.
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While many women find a need to exercise religiously, it may not be helping as much as they think. Researchers reveal that moderate exercise decreases risk of stroke in women. In fact, moderate exercise such as playing tennis or walking briskly can cut a woman’s stroke risk by 20 percent while also helping to offset the increased risk of a possible stroke caused by postmenopausal hormone therapy.
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