The diabetes drug Avandia, manufactured by pharmaceutical giant GlaxoSmithKline, has been making headlines lately as FDA hearings evaluate the drug’s safety. Avandia has been under fire
With the flu season already in full swing and the incidence of the H1N1 virus (swine flu) rising, those with underlying medical conditions need to be especially vigilant. The following is
Does your teenager have a difficult time dealing with Diabetes? If so, share today’s Daily Living article with your teen. These tips from the National Diabetes Education Program can help
Smoking is bad news. It is the leading cause of avoidable death in the United States, accounting for nearly half a million deaths each year. Smoking increases the chance of developing Type 2
With the flu season already in full swing and the incidence of the H1N1 virus (swine flu) rising, those with underlying medical conditions need to be especially vigilant. The following is
Two types of weight loss surgery, or bariatric surgery, may help reverse Type 2 Diabetes in morbidly obese diabetics. One study showed that gastric bypass surgery and gastric banding surgery both resulted in the reversal of Type 2 Diabetes for a large percentage of patients.
Because your body uses glucose as energy throughout the day, you need a long-acting insulin in the bloodstream to help your body release glucose into your cells and produce energy.
People with Diabetes can develop any number of complications, including kidney disease (nephropathy). Kidney disease can occur in those with either Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes and can progress to end-stage renal disease (ESRD), or kidney failure, if blood sugar levels are not managed properly. According to the American Diabetes Association, Diabetes is the leading cause of ESRD, and those with Type 1 Diabetes are 12 times more likely to develop ESRD than those with Type 2 Diabetes.
Menopause is a rite of passage for women, but not always a pleasant one. And it can be even more troublesome for women with Diabetes. Menopause signals changes in a woman’s body beyond your control, but if you know to expect, you can better deal with the changes ahead.
There’s a new kid on the block in the Diabetes neighborhood. This past July, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Onglyza, an oral medication taken once a day to treat Type 2 Diabetes. When combined with a healthy diet and regular exercise, Onglyza helps to control blood sugar levels.
High blood pressure (hypertension) affects up to 60 percent of the diabetic population. If you do not have any of the complications associated with Diabetes (e.g., eye disease, kidney disease or nerve damage) high blood pressure can increase your risk of developing these conditions. If you already have one or more of these conditions, it can cause them to worsen. Managing blood pressure is just as important to your ability to manage your blood sugar levels.
If you have Type 2 Diabetes and meal planning, weight loss and exercise fail to regulate your blood sugar levels, your doctor may need to prescribe one or more oral medications.
You might have pre-Diabetes and not even know it. As the name suggests, this serious disease is a precursor to Diabetes, specifically Type 2 Diabetes. Pre-Diabetes, also known as impaired glucose tolerance, affects more than 57 million adults in the U.S. Those with pre-Diabetes have higher-than-normal blood sugar levels, but below the threshold to diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes.
Sleep deprived? Sleep has a huge impact on our overall health. Getting at least 8 hours of sleep each night can help you prevent and fight illness and improve your metabolism, among other benefits. The positive power of sleep is also linked to Diabetes. Studies have found that people who do not get enough sleep increase their risk for developing Diabetes. And for those who already have Diabetes, not getting enough sleep can make it more difficult to manage blood glucose levels.
If you suffer from nerve pain as a complication of Diabetes, you know it can take time to resolve. The best way to help keep nerve pain at bay is to carefully manage your Diabetes. That means controlling your blood sugar levels, exercising regularly and maintaining a healthy weight.
High blood sugar levels, or hyperglycemia, can be life-threatening to people who have either Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes. Other serious conditions related to high blood sugars, such as
FDA Warns that Certain Blood Glucose Meters Can Prompt Excessive Insulin Administration
According to the FDA, diabetic patients who are also receiving therapeutic products that contain non-glucose sugars should not use blood glucose meters that take GDH-PQQ test strips.
Gastroparesis is a common complication of Diabetes. It is a type of diabetic neuropathy that affects the vagus nerve, a long nerve running from the brainstem to the colon and controls the movement of food through the digestive tract, along with other functions. If the vagus nerve is damaged, the muscles of the stomach and intestines do not work normally, and the movement of food is slowed or stopped.
People with Diabetes are at higher risk for developing concurrent health problems and complications, particularly heart disease and stroke. That’s because Diabetics are more likely to have high blood pressure, high triglyceride levels and high cholesterol putting them at risk for these serious diseases.
If you have Diabetes, you are at greater risk for getting the flu because the disease makes you more susceptible to the flu virus. Viral infections such as influenza can increase the level of
Diabetes is a complicated disease requiring a comprehensive approach to treatment. If you were recently diagnosed with Diabetes, you would likely be surprised to learn how many health care
If you have Diabetes, you could be more prone to periodontal disease (infection of the gum and bone that hold your teeth in place) than someone without Diabetes. That’s because Diabetes
If you have Type 1 Diabetes, insulin is your lifeline. To survive, you need injections of insulin to digest and break
If you have Diabetes, it is likely that you will experience one or more episodes of low blood sugar, or insulin reaction, called hypoglycemia. Even if you actively manage your diabetes,
If you have diabetes, you know how important it is to control your blood sugar levels. If your blood sugar levels remain high for a prolonged period of time, this can lead to nerve damage
If you have diabetes, you may not have considered the effect stress has on your body. But it’s vitally important for you to be aware that stress has a different effect on your body
Most cases of Type 2 Diabetes are a direct result of obesity. If you are overweight and have recently been diagnosed with diabetes, there is some good news to report. A study published in the
If you have older relatives, chances are at least one of them has Type 2 Diabetes. Or will. As people age, their risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes increases. Not only does the risk increase,
Diabetic retinopathy, a leading cause of blindness in adults in the U.S., is a disease of the retina brought about by diabetes. It is caused by prolonged high blood sugar levels and usually gets
Clothes? Check. Shoes? Check.Check. Insulin? Check. If you have diabetes, it takes a little more preparation and planning to travel than for those who don’t have
Gestational Diabetes is a complication of pregnancy, occurring in a small percentage of expectant mothers. The condition usually goes away after the baby is born, but during pregnancy it can
Fighting an illness is never easy, but it can be even more difficult if you’re diabetic. When you’re sick, your body fights infection by releasing hormones that raise blood sugar levels
Double diabetes, also known as Type 3 diabetes, is a hybrid of Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, and is becoming more common. What exactly is double diabetes? To understand what it is, it’s
It’s one of the first things to pop into the mind of someone diagnosed with diabetes: What is the acceptable range of blood sugar for a diabetic?
The answer is not as clear cut as you’d think. So let’s start with looking at what’s considered a normal blood sugar count.
American Diabetes Services, Inc works with thousands of diabetics, we understand how difficult the transition can be for people who are just diagnosed with diabetes or may be at risk. In order
When checking your blood glucose at home on your glucometer, you are basically getting a “snapshot” picture of your blood sugar level at that specific moment. This is very important to
American Diabetes Services offers these valuable insulin and diabetic testing tips to help you with diabetes self management.
People with diabetes can experience a number of complications, including skin problems. If you are diabetic and you notice any changes in your skin, nails or scalp, it’s important to bring
Boosting your metabolism is a sure-fire way to help shed pounds. While some people are born with a metabolism higher than others, there are a number of things you can start doing today to help
According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), men who have diabetes are three times more likely to experience erectile dysfunction than men who do
If you have diabetes before you become pregnant, your pregnancy is considered high-risk, which means that both you and your developing baby are at risk for complications caused by diabetes.
High cholesterol increases your risk of heart disease, and more people with diabetes die from heart disease than any other cause. To reduce your risk of heart disease, keep your cholesterol in
If you have Type 2 diabetes, chances are your doctor has prescribed one or more oral
diabetes medications that you take on a daily basis to help control your blood glucose. Prescription medications for Type 2 diabetes lower blood sugar levels in one of two ways. Either they cause the body to release more insulin into the blood stream, or they help the body to use its own insulin more effectively.
If you have diabetes, exercising daily and eating a healthy low-fat, low-carb diet are essential for controlling your blood sugar levels. But it seems that not getting enough sleep can
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is known as the “silent killer” because you may have high blood pressure but not even know it. It can creep up without any symptoms or warning
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, nearly 10 percent of American adults suffer from some form of depression every year. While depression is a common mental illness among the
If you have diabetes, you are more at risk to develop complications that may make it harder for wounds to heal. That’s why it’s important to pay attention to every injury or wound
When you get your cholesterol checked, do you really know what the doctor is talking about when she delivers your results? This guide will walk you through the nitty-gritty of
Does this sound familiar? You have Type 2 diabetes and your doctor added insulin to your diabetes care plan because oral medications alone lost their effectiveness at controlling your blood
Sleep apnea is now recognized as a major risk factor for developing Type 2 diabetes. In fact, if you have sleep apnea, you are more than twice as likely to develop diabetes as those who do not
For a child with diabetes, school is not only a place to learn about history, math and reading, but it’s also a critical opportunity to learn how to manage their diabetes in an environment
An estimated 13 million Americans have diabetes or pre-diabetes and don’t know it.
Now, a potential new blood test may not only easily indicate if you currently have Type 2 diabetes, but may also serve as an early indication for people at risk of developing the disease, years before symptoms may be present.
When you have diabetes, maintaining your blood glucose levels are critical to preventing complications and long-term damage from the disease. Every individual reacts to conditions differently,
When you have diabetes, there’s no such thing as a small wound.
For diabetics, wounds not only heal more slowly but they can also get worse quickly and without warning. This is one of the reasons why as much as 45% of the limb amputations in the US are performed on people with diabetes.
Research continues to mount regarding the significant increase in diabetes and related illnesses. A new study has found that the incidence of metabolic syndrome, a condition closely related to
If you have diabetes, you represent less than 10% of the population. However, over the next few decades, you’re likely to have more company then anyone previously forecast until now.
While continuous glucose monitoring systems (CGMS) are relatively new to the market, they are growing significantly in popularity. Industry experts estimate that total sales of CGMs nearly
The arrival of November signals an important observance for anyone suffering from or at risk of Diabetes…and we’re not talking about Thanksgiving.
National Diabetes Month kicks off this week, serving as an important reminder that we all can help prevent the debilitating disease and get closer to finding a cure.
If you have diabetes, making it through a holiday feast without wrecking your blood sugar can be difficult. But there are ways to keep a balanced approach to eating at holiday gatherings and limit the damage. Here are a few tips to get you through a day of festivities:
With the alarm over much of the potential flu outbreak more measured this year than in the past, you might be inclined to skip the protection of a flu shot this year. But if you have
For many diabetics, the most difficult activity in managing your condition is not the multiple finger pricks required to test your blood glucose. Instead the hard part is tracking everything
As the health care community continues to brace for an onslaught of new diabetes cases, more and more scientific research is being geared toward preventing or reducing the effects of this
If you have Type 1 diabetes, the day-to-day challenges you face are often far more difficult than that of a Type 2 diabetic.
For one thing, the onset of Type 1 diabetes is abrupt and
If you’re like most people, it’s easy to let life’s daily distractions get you off track from leading a healthy lifestyle. But if you have diabetes, the long-term consequences
A new study from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality suggests that as much as 6.4% of all births in the U.S. are impacted by some form of diabetes, either pre-existing or
From sharing a toast at an office party, sipping a traditional family drink or celebrating a special occasion with a glass of bubbly, it can be difficult to resist drinking alcohol in many
If you have diabetes, there is a good chance you also have hypertension, or high blood pressure. Heart disease is the leading cause of death among those with Type 2 diabetes, and high blood
SUPPORTER