Zinc, the second most abundant trace mineral in the body, plays critical roles in glucose regulation, the proper function of insulin, and weight control. (Syndrome X, Insulin Resistance, Diabetes Nutrition)
An estimated 246 million people in the world have diabetes, and within 20 years the disease could afflict 380 million people, the International Diabetes Federation reported. (Type 2 Diabetes, Diabetes Statistics)
Turn ordinary chicken, turkey and pork into a delicious dinner feast. Enjoy Chicken with Peaches and Red Wine, Apricot-Stuffed Pork Loin, Buffalo Chicken Bites and Savory Turkey Stroganoff. (Diabetic Meal Planning, Diabetic Diet)
Imagine! Taking fish oil for only a month cut the odds of sudden cardiac death due to arrhythmias by an astounding 71%, finds a new Australian study. (Fish Oil, Cardiovascular Disease, Sudden Cardiac Death, Omega-3 Fatty Acid)
Attempts to prevent sorbitol accumulation with drugs have failed due to severe side effects. In contrast, vitamin C is able to accomplish what these drugs could not – safe and effective inhibition of sorbitol accumulation. (Vitamin C, Sorbitol, Diabetes Nutrition)
Although treatment with the anti-diabetes drug metformin has greatly improved the prognosis of adults with type 2 diabetes, it appears to be associated with an increased risk of vitamin B12 deficiency. (Type 2 Diabetes, Metformin, Vitamin B12)
Taken regularly over time, certain herbs can help lower blood sugar, others improve cardiovascular health by lowering cholesterol and strengthening blood vessels, which are two crucial elements for people with type 2 diabetes. (Type 2 Diabetes, Cinnamon, Fennugreek, Gymnema)
Conversion of glucose to sorbitol is greatly accelerated in diabetics, and that can cause dangerous complications over time. Since sorbitol can’t exit from your cells very fast, and is not used in the body, it accumulates and attracts water. This causes the…
Looking for a decadent dessert without the guilt? Try a luscious shake or smoothie like Strawberry-Kiwi Smoothie, Caribbean Fruit Frappe, Peach-Pear Smoothie and Peanut Butter Ice Cream Shake. (Diabetic Shake, Diabetic Smoothie, Diabetic Dessert)
Enjoy delicious holiday favorites like Roast Herbed Turkey, Wild Rice Stuffing, Cinnamon Baked Pumpkin and Cranberry Phyllo Cheesecake. (Diabetic Recipe, Thanksgiving)