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Losing weight and improving fitness may ward off some of the mobility problems that older overweight people with type 2 diabetes often face, according to a new study. The lifestyle changes helped mobile people stay that way and eased severe mobility problems in others, at least over the short term. Lead author W. Jack Rejeski from [...]
Triglycerides are essentially a type of fat, which is found in the blood and is used by the body for energy and routine, ongoing activities. We all need a decent amount of triglycerides for day-to-day functioning. However, a high level of triglycerides can be a sign of metabolic syndrome and, most commonly, cardiovascular diseases that increase your [...]
Constantly picking out fat-free products off the shelf? Replaced the sugar in your tea with so-called sugar-free just because a sultry siren endorses it? If you answered yes to either of these questions, it’s time for you to do a rethink! We tell you how to separate the myths from the fats (oops, we mean facts!) and protect your [...]
Most people shudder at the thought of being diagnosed with diabetes. And while it’s definitely an undesirable disease, what many don’t realise is that living with diabetes is not as difficult as they may think. Diabetes is not so difficult to keep in control — all you need to do take in measured doses of patience and [...]
So if you have a sugar addiction and have been diagnosed by Diabetes Type 2, what’s the best option? Today most sweet treats you find have sugar-free alternatives. From colas and candy to halwas and pedas, they all come with a sugar-free option. But are these sugar-free foods a good idea for a diabetic patient?
Diabetes, specifically type 2 diabetes, is a lifestyle disease that has invaded the modern day lifestyle. Lack of proper nutrition, absence of portion control, and failure to exercise adds up to this debilitating and life threatening condition that is taken far too lightly by far too many. Additionally, unawareness about diabetes symptoms and [...]
Are you looking to meet your weight loss goals in 2012? Are you looking for that ‘spark’ that will trigger the motivation?
What can just 10% weight loss do for me? 10% weight loss gives you a good [...]
Today, we want to toast every success, new beginning, and special occasion. Drinking has become the ‘in’ thing now, since so many people have realised that smoking is not cool. The more pegs you gulp in, the more fashionable and elite you will be considered. But what if you are a diabetic?
Tips to Managing And Keeping Diabetes Under Control
Eat a balanced diet. Seeing a dietitian every one to two years can be helpful if you have diabetes, this will help you plan a diet that is right for you. Exercise at least [...]
