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- Normal Glucose LevelsMaintaining normal glucose levels is essential to managing diabetes. While glucose is a necessary part of cell function, too much or too little of it can have an adverse effect on your body.
- Blood Sugar TestBlood sugar tests are used to diagnose and regulate diabetes. There are four types of blood sugar tests, one of which your doctor may request if a patient shows signs or symptoms of diabetes.
- Recommended Blood Glucose NumbersDepending on where you look, recommended blood glucose levels can vary. Checking your blood glucose levels often through out the day will help you to figure out how to keep good control.
- Saving All Diabetics FingertipsDiabetics fingertips take a beating, they become calloused, and this is because most diabetics are not taught the correct way in doing a finger stick. Read further to find out the correct way to finger sticking and saving the fingertips.
- Guidelines in MedicineI have the impression that those who draw up these guidelines will not stop until there is even a single healthy person. Everyone should have at least one disease and everyone should feel guilty and to be afraid.
- Glycemic IndexThere are three types of simple sugars and carbohydrates that make up food, and each one has a different molecular structure that determines the rate of its entry into the blood
Testing for Gestational DiabetesGestational diabetes is typically done with the use of a highly concentrated sugar drink. There are other ways, however, to determine whether or not blood glucose levels are concerning.- Lost Glucose?Glucose in the blood starts to rise when there is not sufficient insulin or when the insulin is not working as it should. If glucose is elevated more than 180 mg/dl, glucose starts to flow into the urine and a sweet odor may be detected.
Diabetes - Know Where You Stand14 November is World Diabetes Day and with more than 171 million people suffering from the disease it is fast becoming a worldwide problem. The amount of affected patients is expected to double by the year 2030.- The Importance of Hormones in Glucose HomeostasisDiabetes, commonly treated with insulin, is a widespread ailment for many people, but insulin treatment only provides one of the compounds used in glucose homeostasis. This article discusses the importance of several hormones in glucose homeostasis.
Canine Hypoglycemia Causes, Diagnosis and TreatmentHypoglycemia affects animals and humans alike. The condition is a result of low blood sugar. Smaller dogs are more susceptible though large dogs can be affected. Treatment is necessary for control of the condition.
Preparation and Analysis of Banana Starch Content of Glucose, Ascorbic Acid as Functional FoodDeveloping the production of banana starch manufacture- HCG Diet & Ketosis - What's the Connection?You have probably heard the term "Ketosis" thrown around allot lately but few really know what it is or why you might want to be "in Ketosis". Quite simply Ketosis is a process where our body begins burning fat for energy.
- Diabetes - How Proper Diet and Exercise May Reverse DiabetesProper diet and exercise can prevent high glucose levels in the blood stream. Type 2 diabetes is the direct result of improper diet and lack of exercise. Learn why diet and lack of exercise causes many metabolic dysfunctions.
Effects of Hypoglycemia on Your DogLow blood sugar can affect our dogs and is more common than we think. Small pets are most often affected. Just as with humans that are diabetic, a small dog may need a little sugar to raise the blood sugar and avoid lethargic results.- Living with DiabetesThese are the two arms of diabetes. If you are having symptoms of one or the other, call your doctor or 911 immediately, or ask someone to do so for you. One arm is ketoacidosis which is when your body is using fat instead of glucose as fuel,
- Normal Blood Glucose Levels, Range, Chart and Reading to KnowRise in blood glucose is a cause of diabetes or diabetes mellitus. Read this article to know about blood glucose levels, range.
- Glycemic Index Food List, Chart - Information that You Should KnowWhen glucose collects in blood stream, the condition is referred to as glycemia. Read this article to know about glycemic index information.
False Readings from Glucose MetersWith the recent recall of 359 glucose test strips, diabetics may be worried they are getting true glucose readings.- Understanding Diabetic KetoacidosisDiabetic ketoacidosis is a dangerous condition that individuals with diabetes must be able to recognize.
- Uncommon Causes of High Blood GlucoseThere are many causes of high blood sugar besides diabetes.
FDA - Recall of Abbott Glucose Test StripsThe FDA announced December 22, 2010 that it is working with Abbott Diabetes Care to recall 359 lots of glucose test strips used for 6 of its diabetes testing machines.- Difference Between Glucose and SucroseArticle describes the difference between glucose and normal table sugar (sucrose) and how they are treated differently inside the body
- Difference Between Fructose and GlucoseArticle describes the different health aspects of the two sugars, Fructose and Glucose, and how the body uses them differently
Abbott Diabetes Care Recalls Certain Lots of Blood Glucose Test StripsDiabetics who are using blood glucose test strips by Abbott Diabetes Care need to check lot numbers to see if their test strips have been recalled. Approximately 359 million strips have been recalled due to possible faulty results.
Abbott Labs Recalls Blood Glucose Testing StripsAbbott Labs has issued a recall of blood glucose testing strips as they may give incorrect readings.- Causes of Type 2 Diabetes in ChildrenIn recent years, children are suffering more often from Type 2 Diabetes. The precise reason for Type 2 Diabetes in children is unknown. It starts in children in the same way as it starts in adults.
- What Does the A1C Test Show?The A1C test evaluates blood glucose (sugar) levels of a diabetic person for the last 3 months to provide a general view of if the glucose levels are under control or not.
- Dextrose/ Glucose is Not the True EnemyIn an attempt to educate people on the fact that sugar (glucose) a carbohydrate is crucial to the body, it is actually the body itself that rejects different kinds. This article uses facts from experience and a reference to the Tabors Medical Dictionary
Culinary Corner: Foods to Help Your Blood SugarStaying healthy is very important. For diabetics or ones having issues with their blood sugar, there are ways to maintain a satisfactory blood sugar level naturally. Here's a few everyday foods that matter. fla- Vote for Your Health, Avoid DiabetesWhat is diabetes type II disease? Diabetes is a condition in which glucose resulting from the breakdown of foods that we eat, is not able to enter the cells of the body to provide the body with the energy needed
- Avoid Diabetes: It's Worse Than You Think!What is diabetes type II disease? Diabetes is a condition in which glucose resulting from the breakdown of foods that we eat, is not able to enter the cells of the body
- Glucose: A Brief IntroductionGlucose is an essential simple sugar for life function. However, it is greatly misunderstood by the general public. This brief overview of glucose strives to rescue ruined reputation.
- Diabetic? Keep Your Blood Glucose Levels Stable During the Holiday SeasonDon't let your blood glucose levels go haywire during the holidays. Use these 7 tips to keep them on track and stay healthy.
Keep Your Blood Glucose Levels in CheckFor diabetics, keeping blood glucose levels within normal limits is extremely important. Consuming nuts and high fiber rich foods will help keep blood glucose levels down.
Why Some Diabetics' Glucose Levels Are Too HighBy understanding why their glucose levels are too high (ten plausible reasons contained herein), diabetics may be given some insight into how to get their levels back to normal again.- Glucose: A Source of Energy for Medical DevicesGlucose is a source of energy of the cells in our body.
- Common Lab Values You Need to Know to Administer MedicationsThe when and why of looking up certain lab values for medication administration. Impress your clinical instructor.
- Overview of Hypoglycemia in DogsHypoglycemia in dogs is a condition that occurs when the body's glucose levels fall abnormally low. This can result in life threatening complications if not treated right away.
- The Future of Diabetes TreatmentRecent advances in diabetes treatment technology is paving the way for a much easier life for those individuals with diabetes. Some are even already available.
