Have you ever heard the terms active insulin, insulin on board (IOB), or duration of insulin? They are commonly used with insulin pumps and are a very useful feature for injecting the correct insulin dosage and preventing hypoglycemia. Medtronic, or IOB, refers to the amount of insulin in your body that’s still working after a […]
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By Gabriela | Diabetes , Drugs , Type 2
For people with diabetes, every new research represents new hope. Well, there is one great news for people with diabetes. According to a recent study, the researchers made a new pill that could lower blood glucose in diabetes type 2, while at the same time help individuals lose weight. (1) More About This Medication The […]
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Cilantro is a famous herb worldwide. At first glance, this herb might remind us of flat-leaf parsley, but after we sniff it, the smell will transport us to India, the Mediterranean, Asia, and Mexico. The cilantro is used in almost everything from salsa and guacamole, to noodle dishes, chimichurri sauces, and curries. This bright, flavorful […]
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There is a divide between the conventional definition of type II diabetes and the ancestral one. For example, according to science, type II diabetes, as well as prediabetes, works almost as a synonym for high blood sugar, whereas the ancestral definition has the approach of a perfect body being in the incorrect and unfitting environment. […]
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Following a medication therapy is an absolutely suitable way of treating your diabetes. Taking your medication along with an exercise routine, as well as a carefully constructed and planned out diet is the only way to go for regulating and managing your blood sugar levels. The different types of meds work differently and trigger different […]
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Today, there are many programs that offer weight loss and blood sugar control. So, choosing the right diet is not simple. In fact, bodyweight is closely related to type 2 diabetes. If people have excess weight, they might have a harder time controlling blood sugar levels. That’s why it’s important to lose those excess pounds if […]
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If you’re someone who is currently just entering the world of these health issues, you probably are wondering what gastroparesis actually is. Gastroparesis is a disorder that stops the food you consume to go to the small intestine from your abdomen. The vagus nerve sends commands to your stomach muscles to move the food into […]
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Diet is extremely important for people with high blood sugar levels. They should be careful about the type and amount of foods, drinks, and snacks they consume. Generally, people with diabetes should avoid salt, sugar, and saturated fats, and consume a fair amount of fruits and vegetables. But, whole grains are another type of food […]
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Disasters happen all the time, whether small or big, and they don’t choose time nor place, and certainly, they don’t warn us. Being unprepared for an emergency will only increase your fear and panic, and you certainly don’t need this. We don’t want to scare you, but sometimes being prepared means higher chances of survival. […]
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There are numerous studies that suggest that coconut possesses a wide range of healing properties. But, even though coconut is one of the world’s superfoods, do we know if it’s good for diabetes management? The question of many people is should they consume coconut products if they have high blood sugar, or should they avoid […]
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