By Kieran on August 19, 2010
Before discussing the subject of what causes type II diabetes, you might want to know how does the pancreas help to maintain sugar in the blood stream. The pancreas is located deep in the abdomen behind the stomach. It contains thin tubes joining to form a single opening into the intestine that is located just [...]
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By Kieran on July 23, 2010
Women at risk for developing diabetes type 2 can take a valuable tip from some recent news out of researchers at the University of Glasgow, UK. The British Heart Foundation study found that insulin resistance (a key biological risk factor for developing diabetes) in women identified as “high risk” dropped by 22% after just seven [...]
Posted in Diabetes Type II | Tagged aerobic exercise, british heart foundation, diabetes type 2, insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes |
By Kieran on May 22, 2010
It’s challenging to design a diabetes Type II diet that is sensible and healthy and comes as close as possible to being a “normal” diet. By “normal” we mean something that is familiar and as appetizing as most people’s standard fare. If you’ve been diagnosed with Type II diabetes, the first thing your doctor will [...]
Posted in Diabetes Type II | Tagged balanced diet, blood sugar, caveman diet, diabetes type II, food pyramid, physical activity, south beach diet, starchy vegetables, type II diabetes |
By Kieran on March 20, 2010
Exercise is a vital part of the management of diabetes. All diabetics should aim to make exercise a part of their daily routine. Exercise can help to improve the quality of life for diabetics. But there are some safeguards to consider before you start an exercise regime. It is wise to consult your health professional [...]
Posted in Diabetes Type II | Tagged blood sugar levels, diabetes management, diabetes type II, excessive weight gain, exercise, insulin sensitivity, type 2 diabetes, types of diabetes |
By Kieran on December 30, 2009
Diabetes Type 2, or adult-onset diabetes, is a chronic disease where either the body does not produce enough insulin or the cells do not react normally to insulin. This affects the way the body metabolizes sugar (glucose). Diabetes Type 2 may be present for years before the person knows it. People may have high blood [...]
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By Kieran on December 26, 2009
Type 2 diabetes is getting increasingly common in developed countries. Other developing countries are seeing a fast emerging trend of the disease. Diabetes type 2 is caused by insulin deficiency and hyperglycemia. Although this disease is more common in adults over 40, it is increasingly seen in young teenagers and even children. This worrying trend [...]
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By Kieran on December 14, 2009
Diabetes Type 2 : Myth about There has been a lot of research done over recent years about the causes of type 2 diabetes. For example, doctors now realize more than ever before that type 2 diabetes is prevalent in the bloodline of families. It is very common for a person that has type 2 [...]
Posted in Diabetes Type II | Tagged cause of type 2 diabetes, causes of type 2 diabetes, diabetes type 2, diabetes type II, insulin resistance, insulin resistant, signs and symptoms of type 2 diabetes |
By Kieran on December 2, 2009
Types Of Diabetes In medical parlance, this disease is known as “diabetes mellitus” – diabetes from the Greek word for siphon, to illustrate the excessive thirst and urination, which is characteristic of this condition, and mellitus from the Latin word for honey – as urine of a diabetic person contains sugar and is sweet. Commonly, [...]
Posted in Diabetes Type II | Tagged diabetes type 2, Gestational, gestational diabetes, insulin deficiency, juvenile onset diabetes, non insulin dependent diabetes, sedentary lifestyle, type 2 diabetes |
By Kieran on November 28, 2009
Diabetes is a metabolic disease that is caused when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin to naturally turn sugars ingested into your body into energy. There are three major types of diabetes. Type-1 Diabetes This type of diabetes is an autoimmune disease – which is a result of the body’s failure to fight infection. [...]
Posted in Diabetes Type II | Tagged diabetes type 1, diabetes type 2, diabetes type II, Gestational, healthy diet, lifestyle changes, symptoms of type 2 diabetes, type 1 diabetes, types of diabetes |
By Kieran on October 15, 2009
There are many things that can put you at risk for developing type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Some of these things you have the power to change – if you smoke or exercise – and some you don’t – your age or family history. Either way, you should know how all of these things [...]
Posted in Diabetes Type II | Tagged american diabetes association, blood glucose level, cholesterol level, diabetes and heart disease, healthier foods, type 2 diabetes |
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