Tag: Diabetes

Uncontrolled diabetes mellitus is a significant risk factor for complications of diabetes, including cardiovascular disease. Microvascular disease is when tiny blood vessels in the body get damaged due to high blood glucose levels. This can harm different organs, like the eyes (diabetic retinopathy), nerves (diabetic neuropathy), and kidneys (diabetic nephropathy). Diabetes can also damage bigger blood vessels, which is called macrovascular...

Millions of people worldwide are affected by diabetes, a life-threatening illness. However, by incorporating low-carb foods into their diets, individuals can take control of their health and manage the condition effectively. Because what we eat can significantly impact our blood sugar levels. A low-carb diet, in particular, can be effective in helping to control blood sugar for diabetics. This blog post...

Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects millions of people worldwide. While it is primarily known for impacting blood sugar levels, diabetes can also significantly impact a person's sexual health. Sexual dysfunction is common in diabetes. In fact, up to 50% of men and 20-25% of women with diabetes experience it. Unfortunately, this is often a topic that is not...

Living with diabetes can be a challenging and overwhelming experience. It requires constant monitoring of blood sugar levels, regular doctor visits, and strict adherence to a healthy diet and exercise regimen. In addition, the physical demands of the condition also have a significant emotional impact on those living with it. Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects millions of people worldwide....

Type 2 diabetes is a serious metabolic condition in which the body's ability to produce or respond to insulin is impaired, leading to high blood sugar levels. Preventing diabetes is important because it can help to reduce the risk of serious complications associated with the disease. It can also help to improve the overall quality of life and can help...

Healthy eating can be challenging for anyone, and it can be especially difficult for people with diabetes. In type 2 diabetes, the body cannot maintain the glucose balance due to low insulin levels or insulin resistance. Therefore, control of the dietary intake of glucose is essential. Glucose enters the bloodstream when carbs, such as rice, bread or potatoes, are digested. With...

Insulin is a hormone, and we cannot live without it. It helps to regulate blood sugar levels by guiding cells to uptake glucose from the bloodstream when it exceeds normal levels. When there are problems, it causes several disorders in the body. Type 1 diabetes is caused due to lack of insulin, and type 2 diabetes results from reduced production or its...

Type 2 diabetes is a disease in which your body does not produce enough insulin, or the insulin it produces does not work properly (insulin resistance). Insulin allows blood sugar (glucose) to enter cells, which is used as energy fuel. Over time, high levels of glucose can damage organs including blood vessels, leading to deadly complications like heart disease and stroke.What...

The story of diabetes and insulin resistance are two sides of the same coin. In fact, the underline cause of type 2 diabetes is insulin resistance. According to the Internation Diabetes Federation, the disease is quite common, and 537 million adults are living with diabetes globally.    Insulin resistance can be temporary or chronic, but in either state, this health problem...