As of 2007, there is no cure for either type 1 or type 2
diabetes. This may seem like a dim outlook for many people,
but the fact is that even though there is no cure, there
certainly are ways to manage your diabetes.
Proper management can give you many years of healthy
living.
Diabetes management starts with a visit to your doctor.
first, finding out you have diabetes, what type you have
then arming yourself with as much information as possible
about the diabetes you are diagnosed with.
All management begins with controlling the glucose cycle.
The glucose cycle is affected by two factors, entry of
glucose into the bloodstream and blood levels of insulin to
control the transport out.
Your glucose levels are very sensitive to both diet and
exercise, so change in either should first be discussed
with your physician. Proper management of diabetes can be
very intrusive to the patient.
Proper management requires a complete lifestyle change and
frequent, sometimes multi-daily checks of glucose in the
blood.
It can change as people grow and develop and no two cases
are ever really the same. Today it is easier to measure the
blood sugar level.
Glucose meters are readily available and are quite easy to
use with a little practice and patience.
With a small drop of blood to the testing strip attached to
the glucose meter, the user is given the number, which
represents their blood sugar level. This in turn will let
the user know if and when insulin is needed.
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Monday, July 25, 2011
Diabetes treatment methods
Regular testing of blood sugar has proven to be the one thing that greatly assists in determining whether one has diabetes, or not, and in the event that they have it, what to do and how to go about the situation. To be on the safe side, people are usually advised to constantly check their blood sugar levels, to ensure they are operating within safe parameters of their healthy lives. Today, there are so many solutions that professionals have come up with that are meant to treat diabetes; however the conventional insulin injections and implantable insulin pumps are the most sought out. It is wise to remember that diabetes comes in two common strands, the type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes. Most researchers regard type 1 as the easiest type of diabetes to deal with as compared to type 2 diabetes.
As a matter of fact, if you are keen on your routines, you can fight diabetes on your own way, while at the same time carrying out your own exercises, which will benefit you alone in the long run. Treating type 1 diabetes can usually be done using insulin injected into the bloodstream to boost the body's insulin levels. Another way of treating this type is by doing a lot of exercises, and the most basic is to have a balanced diet whenever you take your meals. On the other hand, type 2 diabetes can usually be treated by encouraging weight reduction through most of the methods available, like hitting the gym, or meditating. A patient can also be put on a diabetic diet, whereby they are instructed to eat foods that will assist them in fighting the disorder. When someone is put on a diabetic diet, it means that they have to stay away from junk foods. Junk foods usually have a lot of fat, which when broken down by the body, release contents that are so rich in sugar levels. This type can also be dealt with through encouraging the patient to engage in some routine exercises.
Some people usually ask how and of what value is exercising or cutting down on some weight to them when it comes to treating diabetes? Doctors have stated over and over in the past that when you exercise, or engage in some weight loss activity, your body acts in such a way that its response and sensitivity to insulin is augmented. Through this process, the body eventually adapts to begin controlling unnecessary increases in blood sugar within the system. These are some of the basic methods of treating diabetes, though there are others, which can be resorted to when these fail. Often some oral medication is administered in the event that these methods do not bear fruit. In the event that the oral medications do not also succeed, the ultimate treatment is usually using insulin treatment. Type 1 diabetes is commonly cured by using insulin treatments, of which the common ones include DPP-4 inhibitors like Januvia, Incretin, Mimetics such as Byetta and Antihyperglycemic Synthetic Analogs such as Symlin.
As a matter of fact, if you are keen on your routines, you can fight diabetes on your own way, while at the same time carrying out your own exercises, which will benefit you alone in the long run. Treating type 1 diabetes can usually be done using insulin injected into the bloodstream to boost the body's insulin levels. Another way of treating this type is by doing a lot of exercises, and the most basic is to have a balanced diet whenever you take your meals. On the other hand, type 2 diabetes can usually be treated by encouraging weight reduction through most of the methods available, like hitting the gym, or meditating. A patient can also be put on a diabetic diet, whereby they are instructed to eat foods that will assist them in fighting the disorder. When someone is put on a diabetic diet, it means that they have to stay away from junk foods. Junk foods usually have a lot of fat, which when broken down by the body, release contents that are so rich in sugar levels. This type can also be dealt with through encouraging the patient to engage in some routine exercises.
Some people usually ask how and of what value is exercising or cutting down on some weight to them when it comes to treating diabetes? Doctors have stated over and over in the past that when you exercise, or engage in some weight loss activity, your body acts in such a way that its response and sensitivity to insulin is augmented. Through this process, the body eventually adapts to begin controlling unnecessary increases in blood sugar within the system. These are some of the basic methods of treating diabetes, though there are others, which can be resorted to when these fail. Often some oral medication is administered in the event that these methods do not bear fruit. In the event that the oral medications do not also succeed, the ultimate treatment is usually using insulin treatment. Type 1 diabetes is commonly cured by using insulin treatments, of which the common ones include DPP-4 inhibitors like Januvia, Incretin, Mimetics such as Byetta and Antihyperglycemic Synthetic Analogs such as Symlin.
Saturday, July 23, 2011
Diabetes In Children
Diabetes in children is also known as juvenile diabetes,
but more commonly known as type 1 diabetes. It is the most
common form of diabetes in children with ninety to
ninety-five percent of carriers being under 16.
Juvenile diabetes is caused by the inability of the
pancreas to produce insulin. It is an autoimmune disease,
which means the bodies own defense system attacks the
body’s tissues or organs.
In the last 30 years the number of juvenile diabetes had
increased three times over and in Europe and the US we are
now seeing type 2 diabetes in children for the first time.
Obesity easily explains type 2, but not why there is such a
rise in type 1 diabetes in children. It is believed that a
mixture of genetics and environmental factors are what
triggers juvenile diabetes. But the majority of children
don’t have a family history of diabetes.
The symptoms for juvenile diabetes are the same as in
adults. Thirst, weight loss, fatigue, frequent urination is
typical, but diabetes in children can also increase stomach
pains, headaches and behavior problems.
Doctors should consider the possibility of diabetes in
children who have unexplained stomach pains for a few
weeks, along with the typical symptoms.
If you believe your child may be experiencing these
symptoms you should schedule them for a thorough
examination and tell your doctor what you suspect your
child may have. Be sure to tell them about any and all
symptoms your child may be experiencing.
but more commonly known as type 1 diabetes. It is the most
common form of diabetes in children with ninety to
ninety-five percent of carriers being under 16.
Juvenile diabetes is caused by the inability of the
pancreas to produce insulin. It is an autoimmune disease,
which means the bodies own defense system attacks the
body’s tissues or organs.
In the last 30 years the number of juvenile diabetes had
increased three times over and in Europe and the US we are
now seeing type 2 diabetes in children for the first time.
Obesity easily explains type 2, but not why there is such a
rise in type 1 diabetes in children. It is believed that a
mixture of genetics and environmental factors are what
triggers juvenile diabetes. But the majority of children
don’t have a family history of diabetes.
The symptoms for juvenile diabetes are the same as in
adults. Thirst, weight loss, fatigue, frequent urination is
typical, but diabetes in children can also increase stomach
pains, headaches and behavior problems.
Doctors should consider the possibility of diabetes in
children who have unexplained stomach pains for a few
weeks, along with the typical symptoms.
If you believe your child may be experiencing these
symptoms you should schedule them for a thorough
examination and tell your doctor what you suspect your
child may have. Be sure to tell them about any and all
symptoms your child may be experiencing.
Monday, July 18, 2011
What does gum disease have to do with diabetes ?
Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is one of the leading causes of tooth loss among adults and is also frequently linked to the control of diabetes. The title sounds kind of odd doesn't it? But the fact remains that if you suffer from diabetes, chances are, your gums too would suffer. Most doctors who treat diabetic patients are either are unaware of the link between diabetes and gums or simply forget to mention it. The result is that problem with the gums are often overlooked or get misdiagnosed and mistreated.
When diabetes is poorly managed, it can lead to periodontal diseases in both children and adults. It has been recorded as affecting children as young as 10. Periodontal disease and diabetes may be classified as those infections which affect the bone holding the teeth in place, and the gums.
Last week one of my clients missed his appointment with me and turned up three days later stating that he had to do a root canal. It struck me as odd because this client was always fastidious about his hygiene so I asked if his dentist had specifically identified any cavity or infection that might have necessitated such a procedure. He said no, but that my client had complained of sensitive teeth and hence the dentist felt a root canal would help. Sounded a bit shaky to me but I thought it best not to argue the issue further especially since the deed was done and nothing I said would either reverse or make my client feel better. Besides, I only had my client's version of events.
Fact is, diabetes specialists have often noted increased incidences of gum infection amongst diabetics. The high blood sugar levels typically found amongst diabetics makes it difficult for their body to ward off bacteria and infection that causes oral diseases.
There are three ways to keep the threat of oral infection at bay – good oral hygiene, keeping your blood sugar levels under control and, by taking antioxidant supplements. Antioxidant supplements such as vitamin "C", bioflavonoids and grape seed extract s help combat bacterial infections in the gums.
I would also recommend inclusion of currants, blueberries, blackberries and cranberries, oranges, grapefruit and tangerines in your diet. These provide antioxidant and bioflavonoids naturally. In fact, if you have enough of these in your daily diet, you need not take antioxidant supplements at all – just make sure you take them in their natural form and not as a juice or jam. Remember these fruits lose their antioxidant the moment they are peeled or crushed or processed.
If you notice your teeth have suddenly become sensitive ask yourself if you also have a cold or nasal infection – the two are interconnected. The moment your cold or nasal infection is cured, your teeth will be back to normal. If a procedure has been specified and you have some doubt about it, you can always seek a second opinion – it's your right. In all cases, maintain your hygiene. It is cheaper to maintain our hygiene than paying for expensive cures.
When diabetes is poorly managed, it can lead to periodontal diseases in both children and adults. It has been recorded as affecting children as young as 10. Periodontal disease and diabetes may be classified as those infections which affect the bone holding the teeth in place, and the gums.
Last week one of my clients missed his appointment with me and turned up three days later stating that he had to do a root canal. It struck me as odd because this client was always fastidious about his hygiene so I asked if his dentist had specifically identified any cavity or infection that might have necessitated such a procedure. He said no, but that my client had complained of sensitive teeth and hence the dentist felt a root canal would help. Sounded a bit shaky to me but I thought it best not to argue the issue further especially since the deed was done and nothing I said would either reverse or make my client feel better. Besides, I only had my client's version of events.
Fact is, diabetes specialists have often noted increased incidences of gum infection amongst diabetics. The high blood sugar levels typically found amongst diabetics makes it difficult for their body to ward off bacteria and infection that causes oral diseases.
There are three ways to keep the threat of oral infection at bay – good oral hygiene, keeping your blood sugar levels under control and, by taking antioxidant supplements. Antioxidant supplements such as vitamin "C", bioflavonoids and grape seed extract s help combat bacterial infections in the gums.
I would also recommend inclusion of currants, blueberries, blackberries and cranberries, oranges, grapefruit and tangerines in your diet. These provide antioxidant and bioflavonoids naturally. In fact, if you have enough of these in your daily diet, you need not take antioxidant supplements at all – just make sure you take them in their natural form and not as a juice or jam. Remember these fruits lose their antioxidant the moment they are peeled or crushed or processed.
If you notice your teeth have suddenly become sensitive ask yourself if you also have a cold or nasal infection – the two are interconnected. The moment your cold or nasal infection is cured, your teeth will be back to normal. If a procedure has been specified and you have some doubt about it, you can always seek a second opinion – it's your right. In all cases, maintain your hygiene. It is cheaper to maintain our hygiene than paying for expensive cures.
Saturday, July 16, 2011
Diabetes control solutions through Diabetes Test Strips and Meters
Diabetes control solutions are used to determine the accuracy of your blood sugar monitor and diabetes test strips. Glucose control solutions work just as blood would with your diabetic meter and your blood glucose test strips. This is due to the fact that your diabetes control solution contains just enough glucose to react with the test strips similarly to when you perform a glucose blood test.
Why should you use Diabetes Control Solutions?
• To practice monitoring your blood sugar levels (important for recently diagnosed diabetics)
• To determine if a new meter is functioning properly, this serves as a way to calibrate your diabetes meter
• To make sure your blood glucose meter and diabetes test strips are not damaged, if your meter has fallen accidentally or if your vial of glucometer test strips have been left open or in the heat.
Things to remember when purchasing Glucose Control Solution:
• Each brand of Diabetes Control Solution is made for that specific brand of diabetes test strips, and not necessarily for that specific brand of diabetes meter.
• The Diabetes Control Solution range is usually found on the package of diabetes test strips
• If an error occurs, follow the manufacturer's instructions on how to isolate and correct the error
Calibrate regularly. Diabetic Control Solutions are important tools for ensuring the accuracy and reliability of your blood glucose monitor and your blood glucose test strips.
Glucose Test Strip
Diabetes test strips, also called glucometer test strips, are used with a Diabetes meter to help measure the level of sugar (glucose) in the blood stream. Test strips are designed to be paired with specific meters. In order to use a test strip properly, a small blood sample is drawn from the body using a lancet. The sample is placed on the blood glucose test strip and then run through the Diabetes meter.
Each Diabetic blood sugar meters and test strip system works differently; some meters use light reflected from the test strip to measure the amount of sugar in the blood, while other systems rely upon electricity generated from the chemical reaction in the test strip.
Blood glucose test strips vary based on which chemical, or reagent, is used to react with the sugar in the blood. The three chemical bases used to make test strips are: Glucose oxidase (GLOO-kohs ok-si-deys), dehydrogenase (DEE-hy-druh-juh-neys) and hexokinase (hek-SUH-Ky-neys). The manufacturer of each Diabetic meter determines which chemical is used for each particular style of Diabetic test strip.
Generic Test Strips
While all meter manufacturers make test strips that are designed specifically for use with their meters, you may be able to find generic test strips, that generally cost significantly less, to fit your meter. These generic test strips are called "generic glucose reagent strips." Be sure to check with the manufacturer of your meter to ensure that the generic test strips you purchase will be compatible with your Diabetes meter.
Why should you use Diabetes Control Solutions?
• To practice monitoring your blood sugar levels (important for recently diagnosed diabetics)
• To determine if a new meter is functioning properly, this serves as a way to calibrate your diabetes meter
• To make sure your blood glucose meter and diabetes test strips are not damaged, if your meter has fallen accidentally or if your vial of glucometer test strips have been left open or in the heat.
Things to remember when purchasing Glucose Control Solution:
• Each brand of Diabetes Control Solution is made for that specific brand of diabetes test strips, and not necessarily for that specific brand of diabetes meter.
• The Diabetes Control Solution range is usually found on the package of diabetes test strips
• If an error occurs, follow the manufacturer's instructions on how to isolate and correct the error
Calibrate regularly. Diabetic Control Solutions are important tools for ensuring the accuracy and reliability of your blood glucose monitor and your blood glucose test strips.
Glucose Test Strip
Diabetes test strips, also called glucometer test strips, are used with a Diabetes meter to help measure the level of sugar (glucose) in the blood stream. Test strips are designed to be paired with specific meters. In order to use a test strip properly, a small blood sample is drawn from the body using a lancet. The sample is placed on the blood glucose test strip and then run through the Diabetes meter.
Each Diabetic blood sugar meters and test strip system works differently; some meters use light reflected from the test strip to measure the amount of sugar in the blood, while other systems rely upon electricity generated from the chemical reaction in the test strip.
Blood glucose test strips vary based on which chemical, or reagent, is used to react with the sugar in the blood. The three chemical bases used to make test strips are: Glucose oxidase (GLOO-kohs ok-si-deys), dehydrogenase (DEE-hy-druh-juh-neys) and hexokinase (hek-SUH-Ky-neys). The manufacturer of each Diabetic meter determines which chemical is used for each particular style of Diabetic test strip.
Generic Test Strips
While all meter manufacturers make test strips that are designed specifically for use with their meters, you may be able to find generic test strips, that generally cost significantly less, to fit your meter. These generic test strips are called "generic glucose reagent strips." Be sure to check with the manufacturer of your meter to ensure that the generic test strips you purchase will be compatible with your Diabetes meter.
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Type 2 diabetes
Diabetes also known as 'Diabetes Mellitus' is a medical disease of metabolic characterized by increasing level of glucose (sugar) in blood followed by insufficient generation of insulin, in body or irresponsiveness of body cells to the insulin generated. Insulin is a hormone that is responsible for producing energy out of sugar, starches and other foods of the body. The natural process of producing blood sugar in body is at a narrow level which is done by insulin and glucagon, responsible for producing energy by releasing glucose from the cells of lever to the blood. Insufficient quantity of insulin in body causes abnormal production of glucose in the blood stream, a major factor for aggravating blood sugar levels with many subsequent health complications.
'Diabetes Mellitus is such lifelong medical disorder that needs proper medical attention together with diet cautions under the medical observation of expert dieticians and physicians.
There are three main types of diabetes such as Type 1 diabetes, Type 2 diabetes and Gestational diabetes. In this article we will highlight about type 2 diabetes.
What is type 2 diabetes?
Type 2 diabetes is medically a choric syndromes caused by increased level of sugar in blood followed by insulin resistance and its insufficient production in the body. Type 2 Diabetes is also known as NIDDM - Non-insulin-dependent Diabetes Mellitus. Dietary modifications and enough exercise are said to manage onset of diabetes in patients. The medical treatments of the patients are subject to their conditional situations and subsequent medical attention, accordingly.
Sign and symptoms
Patients affected with type 2 diabetes undergo with few medical symptoms like frequent urination, increased appetite, increased thirst, weight loss and exhaustion. Sometimes the patients also experience blurred vision and erectile dysfunction, a medical condition for inability to erect penis enough for sexual intercourse.
Cause
A number of improper lifestyles such as less healthy food intakes, minimum or no physical activity, too much smoking, and consumption of alcohol in abnormal quantity are said to be prime factors for type 2 diabetes. As per medical conditions, some factors are responsible for aggravating diabetes. They are obesity, hypertension, high blood sugar, insulin resistance and other metabolic syndromes. As per the genetic conditions some factors like relatives with type 2 diabetes, age more than 45 years, myotonic dystrophy – a medical condition of wasting of muscles, Friedreich's ataxia- it damages nervous system causing speech problems and heart disease, Wolfram syndrome – affecting brain stem and central nervous system.
Treatment
The medical treatment is primarily focused on diminishing high blood glucose level in the body. Constant long term medication for decreasing glucose level will eventually slows down diabetes related syndromes. In addition to that, proper healthy food intake and regular exercise are also said to be effective treatments of patients with type 2 diabetes syndromes. The patients should follow particular dietary chart for preventing blood sugar from getting higher or lower. They also make sure that their medication is properly done under medical observation of physicians and dietary experts. They should also change their unusual lifestyles causing a grave concern for aggravating diabetes.
Therefore, we can say that in spite of all the medical treatments available for type 2 diabetes, patients should follow all preventive measures lest the risk of aggravating the disease should slow down.
'Diabetes Mellitus is such lifelong medical disorder that needs proper medical attention together with diet cautions under the medical observation of expert dieticians and physicians.
There are three main types of diabetes such as Type 1 diabetes, Type 2 diabetes and Gestational diabetes. In this article we will highlight about type 2 diabetes.
What is type 2 diabetes?
Type 2 diabetes is medically a choric syndromes caused by increased level of sugar in blood followed by insulin resistance and its insufficient production in the body. Type 2 Diabetes is also known as NIDDM - Non-insulin-dependent Diabetes Mellitus. Dietary modifications and enough exercise are said to manage onset of diabetes in patients. The medical treatments of the patients are subject to their conditional situations and subsequent medical attention, accordingly.
Sign and symptoms
Patients affected with type 2 diabetes undergo with few medical symptoms like frequent urination, increased appetite, increased thirst, weight loss and exhaustion. Sometimes the patients also experience blurred vision and erectile dysfunction, a medical condition for inability to erect penis enough for sexual intercourse.
Cause
A number of improper lifestyles such as less healthy food intakes, minimum or no physical activity, too much smoking, and consumption of alcohol in abnormal quantity are said to be prime factors for type 2 diabetes. As per medical conditions, some factors are responsible for aggravating diabetes. They are obesity, hypertension, high blood sugar, insulin resistance and other metabolic syndromes. As per the genetic conditions some factors like relatives with type 2 diabetes, age more than 45 years, myotonic dystrophy – a medical condition of wasting of muscles, Friedreich's ataxia- it damages nervous system causing speech problems and heart disease, Wolfram syndrome – affecting brain stem and central nervous system.
Treatment
The medical treatment is primarily focused on diminishing high blood glucose level in the body. Constant long term medication for decreasing glucose level will eventually slows down diabetes related syndromes. In addition to that, proper healthy food intake and regular exercise are also said to be effective treatments of patients with type 2 diabetes syndromes. The patients should follow particular dietary chart for preventing blood sugar from getting higher or lower. They also make sure that their medication is properly done under medical observation of physicians and dietary experts. They should also change their unusual lifestyles causing a grave concern for aggravating diabetes.
Therefore, we can say that in spite of all the medical treatments available for type 2 diabetes, patients should follow all preventive measures lest the risk of aggravating the disease should slow down.
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Common signs and symptoms of diabetes
Nobody should suffer alone, be it under whatever circumstances. Diabetes is a severe metabolic disorder that is usually signified by an excessive urge for urination and a constant feeling of thirst. Diabetes is a disorder that has been around for as long as we can remember. Most of us either know someone who has diabetes or someone who has been affected by diabetes. Diabetes can be monitored and controlled especially if this is done in the early stages. The only way that this can be done however is through early recognition, which means you or the ones around you must be very observant so as to realize that someone's behavior pattern has significantly been altered, especially when it comes to passage of urine or an incessant urge to drink water.
There are some symptoms that should be closely monitored in an individual, which might lead to recommending them to seek specialist diabetic treatment. Though some of the symptoms are profound, some may be seen at the latter stages of the disorder. Generally both of the two types of diabetes, will have in common an excessive urge to quench your thirst, an increased rate of urination, some level of weakness to the body, a given degree of weight loss, and blurred vision, which if not treated may result in total loss of sight. It is important to deal with the symptoms as soon as they are discovered, since any delay will usually allow the disorder to propagate itself, and if this goes on for a long time, there could be severe implications, most common of which include failure of the kidneys, blindness, skin infections, which are usually dangerous like gangrene, diabetic neuropathy, heart diseases, stroke and birth defects for the mothers who are still on the family way.
One of the worst nightmares that most of us face today is that we may be having Type 2 diabetes, but live our lives oblivious to that fact. This is so because this type of diabetes can usually go unnoticed for a very long time period. Whenever you realize that you have been losing weight constantly, without ever making an effort in that context, be sure to contact your doctor, since chances are that you are experiencing diabetic symptoms, and you could really use some professional assistance. One of the other symptoms to look out for is neuropathy. This is the tendency of the hands legs or feet to start becoming numb. You tend to lose nervous sensation along the edges of the said body parts. One must also remember that it is at the nervous endings of these parts that the sensations of the body are usually highest, so naturally, you should feel anything around them. Some other symptoms that need to be watched out for include dried up skin, or itchy skin. If your cuts and bruises take a longer time to heal than normal, then you have a reason to fret. Being watchful of these symptoms is one of the best ways of enhancing the success rate of early detection.
There are some symptoms that should be closely monitored in an individual, which might lead to recommending them to seek specialist diabetic treatment. Though some of the symptoms are profound, some may be seen at the latter stages of the disorder. Generally both of the two types of diabetes, will have in common an excessive urge to quench your thirst, an increased rate of urination, some level of weakness to the body, a given degree of weight loss, and blurred vision, which if not treated may result in total loss of sight. It is important to deal with the symptoms as soon as they are discovered, since any delay will usually allow the disorder to propagate itself, and if this goes on for a long time, there could be severe implications, most common of which include failure of the kidneys, blindness, skin infections, which are usually dangerous like gangrene, diabetic neuropathy, heart diseases, stroke and birth defects for the mothers who are still on the family way.
One of the worst nightmares that most of us face today is that we may be having Type 2 diabetes, but live our lives oblivious to that fact. This is so because this type of diabetes can usually go unnoticed for a very long time period. Whenever you realize that you have been losing weight constantly, without ever making an effort in that context, be sure to contact your doctor, since chances are that you are experiencing diabetic symptoms, and you could really use some professional assistance. One of the other symptoms to look out for is neuropathy. This is the tendency of the hands legs or feet to start becoming numb. You tend to lose nervous sensation along the edges of the said body parts. One must also remember that it is at the nervous endings of these parts that the sensations of the body are usually highest, so naturally, you should feel anything around them. Some other symptoms that need to be watched out for include dried up skin, or itchy skin. If your cuts and bruises take a longer time to heal than normal, then you have a reason to fret. Being watchful of these symptoms is one of the best ways of enhancing the success rate of early detection.
Tuesday, July 5, 2011
The Food Pyramids and diabetes!
Good nutrition for Diabetes involves maintaining a well-balanced Diabetic diet plan that includes whole grains, protein, dairy, vegetables, fruit and some unsaturated fats.
Americans are accustomed to seeing the traditional Food and Drug Administration pyramid on every cereal box and FDA-approved publication. While the American food guide pyramid and Mediterranean food pyramid is by all means healthy and comprehensive, we thought it would be fun to share food guide pyramids reflecting the histories of many other ethnic beginnings, cultures and beliefs.
The importance of nutrition for Diabetics requires that we find all sorts of ways to help you create a useful Diabetes food pyramid. To meet that goal will keep working to bring missing pyramids to you. As an option, pick one and adopt it as your own. Eating in the ways of our traditions cannot be a bad thing.
Remember how much smaller plate sizes were, so watch your portions. Click to see Portion Control Plates Also, remember how physically active our great grand-parents were, so daily exercise is a must.
Below are the ethnic food guide pyramids.
Mediterranean diet pyramid - People with diabetes can create a very healthy menu with the Mediterranean Diet Pyramid. This pyramid is characterized by the relatively low presence of fat. All fats included in the diet are mono-unsaturated or poly-unsaturated fats, such as olive oil. You'll notice that the Mediterranean pyramid also includes generous portions of fruits, vegetables, beans, grains, nuts, and poultry. Surprising to some, the pyramid recommends at least one glass of wine a day along with a satisfying meal!
Asian diet pyramid - The Asian Diet is said to help reduce the occurrence of many chronic diseases that have become commonplace in Western societies. About 25%-80% of the calories in the Asian diet come directly from rice. You can notice that vegetables play an important role in the Asian diet, but meats are not quite as common.
The Latin American Diet Pyramid is characterized by the prevalence of corn, potatoes, and peanuts and dry beans other all other types of food. These foods have been common in the Latin American diet for centuries. In general, the Latin American diet is made of foods that are inexpensive, but tasty and easy to prepare.
Good nutritional practices involve maintaining a well-balanced diet and diabetes diet plan that includes whole grains, protein, dairy, vegetables, fruit and some fats.
Americans are accustomed to seeing the traditional Food and Drug Administration pyramid on the box of every cereal box and FDA-approved publication. While the American food guide pyramid is by all means healthy and comprehensive, we thought it would be fun to share food guide pyramids reflecting the histories of many other ethnic beginnings, cultures and beliefs.
Vegetarian diet pyramid - There are several types of Vegetarian diets, diabetic diet foods, including strict Vegan diets (no animal products may be consumed) and lacto-ovo diets, in which vegetarians may consume cheese, eggs, and other dairy products. It is essential that vegetarians carefully balance their nutrition so that they are able to obtain the proper amount of protein to stay healthy. Check here for our low fat dessert recipes.
Like most diabetic diet, physical activity plays a critical role in maintaining good health by burning excess calories. In the past the lack of automation and labor saving farming and manufacturing forced the people to burn excess calories in their daily lifestyle.
Physical activity and exercise with diabetic shoes is the key to making good diabetes nutrition work. We have to burn excess sugar and fat that we eat. If we choose the traditional approach to eating, it is important to note that we are choosing a way of life, not just the foods that we grew up with and love.
Americans are accustomed to seeing the traditional Food and Drug Administration pyramid on every cereal box and FDA-approved publication. While the American food guide pyramid and Mediterranean food pyramid is by all means healthy and comprehensive, we thought it would be fun to share food guide pyramids reflecting the histories of many other ethnic beginnings, cultures and beliefs.
The importance of nutrition for Diabetics requires that we find all sorts of ways to help you create a useful Diabetes food pyramid. To meet that goal will keep working to bring missing pyramids to you. As an option, pick one and adopt it as your own. Eating in the ways of our traditions cannot be a bad thing.
Remember how much smaller plate sizes were, so watch your portions. Click to see Portion Control Plates Also, remember how physically active our great grand-parents were, so daily exercise is a must.
Below are the ethnic food guide pyramids.
Mediterranean diet pyramid - People with diabetes can create a very healthy menu with the Mediterranean Diet Pyramid. This pyramid is characterized by the relatively low presence of fat. All fats included in the diet are mono-unsaturated or poly-unsaturated fats, such as olive oil. You'll notice that the Mediterranean pyramid also includes generous portions of fruits, vegetables, beans, grains, nuts, and poultry. Surprising to some, the pyramid recommends at least one glass of wine a day along with a satisfying meal!
Asian diet pyramid - The Asian Diet is said to help reduce the occurrence of many chronic diseases that have become commonplace in Western societies. About 25%-80% of the calories in the Asian diet come directly from rice. You can notice that vegetables play an important role in the Asian diet, but meats are not quite as common.
The Latin American Diet Pyramid is characterized by the prevalence of corn, potatoes, and peanuts and dry beans other all other types of food. These foods have been common in the Latin American diet for centuries. In general, the Latin American diet is made of foods that are inexpensive, but tasty and easy to prepare.
Good nutritional practices involve maintaining a well-balanced diet and diabetes diet plan that includes whole grains, protein, dairy, vegetables, fruit and some fats.
Americans are accustomed to seeing the traditional Food and Drug Administration pyramid on the box of every cereal box and FDA-approved publication. While the American food guide pyramid is by all means healthy and comprehensive, we thought it would be fun to share food guide pyramids reflecting the histories of many other ethnic beginnings, cultures and beliefs.
Vegetarian diet pyramid - There are several types of Vegetarian diets, diabetic diet foods, including strict Vegan diets (no animal products may be consumed) and lacto-ovo diets, in which vegetarians may consume cheese, eggs, and other dairy products. It is essential that vegetarians carefully balance their nutrition so that they are able to obtain the proper amount of protein to stay healthy. Check here for our low fat dessert recipes.
Like most diabetic diet, physical activity plays a critical role in maintaining good health by burning excess calories. In the past the lack of automation and labor saving farming and manufacturing forced the people to burn excess calories in their daily lifestyle.
Physical activity and exercise with diabetic shoes is the key to making good diabetes nutrition work. We have to burn excess sugar and fat that we eat. If we choose the traditional approach to eating, it is important to note that we are choosing a way of life, not just the foods that we grew up with and love.
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