Diabetes

Caring for Diabetes-Related Nerve Disorders (Neuropathy)
- DIABETES
It depends what kind of neuropathy you have, but symptoms often include pain, increased sensitivity, numbness, tingling, and decreased sensation in your feet.
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Cookbooks for People with Diabetes
- DIABETES, NUTRITION
When shopping for a cookbook, people with diabetes should think about what kinds of foods they really like to eat
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Diabetes and Alcohol
- DIABETES
Too much alcohol can make your disease harder to control and put your health at risk. If you don’t drink now, it’s best not to start.
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Diabetes and Depression
- DIABETES
Diabetics who are also depressed have a particularly hard time controlling their blood sugar and face a greater risk of such diabetic complications as blindness and heart disease.
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Diabetes in Denial
- DIABETES
Tina is suffering from denial, a common problem among diabetics and other people with chronic illnesses. “This can’t be happening to me,” is often someone’s first reaction after learning he or she has a serious medical problem.
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Diabetes Medications
- DIABETES
Regular insulin lowers blood sugar in 30 minutes after a subcutaneous injection and lasts for five to seven hours.
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Diabetes, Men, and Sex
- DIABETES, SEXUAL HEALTH
Diabetes doesn’t have to be a deathblow to your sex life. You can protect your sexual functioning by keeping your diabetes under control.
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Diabetes: Are Salt Substitutes Safe?
- DIABETES, NUTRITION
Filling your shaker with a low-salt or salt-free alternative can definitely help you cut back on sodium, especially if you’re the type who tends to use the shaker at every meal.
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Diabetes: Building Blocks of a Healthy Diet
- DIABETES
Good sources of protein include soy, meat, poultry, beans, eggs, and dairy products. The proteins found in nuts, grains, and vegetables aren’t quite as useful for the body.
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Diabetes: Cooking Tips
- DIABETES, NUTRITION
If you want to saute onions or vegetables, use small amounts of healthy fats such as olive oil or canola oil instead of butter, margarine, or vegetable oils.
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