We have always depended on traditional western medications for all our aches and pains. It is our fallback when we are faced with illness regardless of whether it is serious or minor. It is common knowledge that some of these medicines do cure but they can also be the cause of other disorders that can [...]

Type 1 and type 2 are two variations of this common disorder among the elderly. They are two different forms of diabetes but have symptoms that are common to both. Either way, cells aren’t getting the glucose that they need. If you go on frequent trips to the bathroom, is always thirsty, experience weakness and [...]

The American Diabetes Association reports that about 21 million people in the US have diabetes with around 90 to 95% having type 2 diabetes. In type 2 diabetes, the body either doesn’t produce enough insulin or cells are resistant to effects of insulin. As a result, sugar, in the form of glucose, builds up in [...]

Diabetes is a disease wherein the body cannot produce or cannot properly use and store glucose. Glucose, which is a form of sugar, then backs up in the blood stream. This causes a person’s “sugar” to rise too high. Anybody can have diabetes, but people with a family history of this disease will most likely [...]

Knowing someone you love, like a family member or a close friend, has diabetes can be pretty concerning. It is, after all, a disease that affects the way our bodies handle the food it ingests. But it is a controllable condition with proper care. In fact, most people who have diabetes can live like how [...]

It is important to treat high blood pressure because it increases the risk of coronary heart disease and stroke especially when there are other risk factors such as diabetes present. If a person has high blood pressure and diabetes, the risk for cardiovascular disease increases significantly. Conversely, complications of diabetes can also be prevented by [...]

Diabetes is a dangerous condition if left untreated. Being diabetic means you really need to watch what you eat. Regulated food intake, no cakes, no ice cream, no sodas But what can you do when the temptation is just so great and you get carried away? You always have to have diabetes supplies in stock [...]