Archive for the 'Diabetes 2' Category
Myths About Diabetes – Preventing Type 2 Diabetes Complications
Yazan: YvonneAJones | 07 January 2011 | 40 Comments
Categories: Complications, Diabetes 2
There are myths and ‘old wives tales’ associated with just about any illness or disease. Admittedly, many of these ‘old wives tales’ have some validity because they were based on home remedies that often proved effective when medical treatment was not available. Diabetes is no exception. Myths about diabetes prevail and knowing the facts can [...]
Risk Factors for Type 2 Diabetes – Are You at Risk for Diabetes?
Yazan: YvonneAJones | 23 November 2010 | No Comments
Categories: Diabetes 2
It’s important to know that Type 2 diabetes research reveals that there are specific factors that put some persons at higher risk for diabetes. The following are risk factors to be aware of: Diabetes and Family History: Family history is critical because research indicates that the closer your link is with members of your family [...]
Signs and Symptoms of Diabetes 2 – How to Stay Alert to the Signs
Yazan: YvonneAJones | 15 November 2010 | 4 Comments
Categories: Diabetes 2, Symptoms
An estimated 23.6 million people in the United States or 7.8 percent of the population have diabetes. Of those, 17.9 million have been diagnosed, and about 5.7 million people have not yet been diagnosed. Each year, about 1.6 million people aged 20 or older are diagnosed with diabetes. Unfortunately many persons remain totally unaware that [...]
Different Types of Diabetes – What is Diabetes 2?
Yazan: YvonneAJones | 14 November 2010 | 7 Comments
Categories: Diabetes 2
The American Diabetes Association defines diabetes as a group of diseases characterized by high blood glucose levels that result from defects in the body’s ability to produce and/or use insulin. There are different types of diabetes; the main ones being type 1 or formerly known as juvenile diabetes, type 2 diabetes, and gestational diabetes. Our [...]
