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Neighborhoods Can Increase the Risk for Diabetes
Individuals living in neighborhoods conducive to physical activity and providing access to healthy foods may have a lower risk of developing Type 2 diabetes in a five-year period, according to a report.
"The worldwide epidemic of Type 2 diabetes is largely driven by the combined rise in obesity, intake of energy-dense or nutrient-poor foods and physical inactivity," the authors write as background information in the article. Interventions to reduce risk on the individual level --... read more
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Metabolic Syndrome and Psoriasis are Linked
A small study found that more than half of patients with psoriasis met diagnostic criteria for metabolic syndrome.
Dr. Anna Ravella in Barcelona, Spain, studied 91 patients with psoriasis. Body Mass Index (BMI), waist circumference, blood pressure, glucose tests, and lipid profiles were obtained from each patient. Of the 91 participants, 54% met criteria for metabolic syndrome.
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What We Didn’t Know About Protein
We’ve all heard that protein in our diets is a good thing – especially if it is ‘good’ protein. In order to completely understand the idea of ‘good’ protein we consulted with WebMD and discovered that they recognize the following as good protein; “Fish & seafood, white-meat poultry, milk, cheese, yogurt, eggs, beans, pork tenderloin, soy and lean beef.”
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Good and Bad Fat Proteins and What They Mean for Diabetes
Two studies just released deal with fat proteins in your blood system that can either be a marker for diabetes development or a signal that diabetes may be avoided. This apparently hinges on the type of fat proteins found in your system.
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Glucose Management: The Carnitine Connection
What if blood glucose could be flushed from the system using a common nutrient found in many foods? But what if eating some of those foods might in turn make you more liable to develop diabetes? This is a puzzle potentially solved in the nutrient carnitine.
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The Type 1 Diabetes Wheat Link
Research partially funded by the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) suggests a possible link between the consumption of wheat products and the development of Type 1 diabetes in certain individuals.
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How To Treat Your Diabetic Nerve Pain at Home
The good news is that there are treatments and steps you can take at home to relieve some of the symptoms you're experiencing and prevent further problems
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8 Super Foods for Diabetics
Reviewed by QualityHealth's Medical Advisory Board
You're probably aware of some of the bounty that has gained the nickname of "diabetic food" such as whole grains, fish and vegetables. But some pack more of a punch when it comes to fighting your disease. Add these eight super diabetic foods to your diet today.
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Sugar Shockers: Seemingly Safe Foods that Aren't
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Whether you've been diagnosed with pre-diabetes, type 1 diabetes, or type 2 diabetes, monitoring your blood glucose levels is extremely important. According to the American Diabetes Association (ADA), what you eat is a key factor in keeping glucose levels in check and managing diabetes. And sugar is a surefire way to send blood glucose levels spiraling out of control. Here are some seemingly innocuous foods that pack... read more
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