MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'diabetics'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:02:50 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3666161&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36985&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fsugarstats%2F%7E3%2FVqiaOkURsaU%2F Had a business lunch today and only had 3/4 of a club sandwich…maybe had 20 or 25 homemade potato chips….Took additional insulin to cover and 2 hours after lunch and I am pinging 244 on my Dexcom…..What the heck?  It is times like these that you question yourself and your ability to estimate carbs. I’m [...] (Source: SugarStats.com - Simple, Online Blood Sugar Tracking for Diabetes Management) SugarStats.com - Simple, Online Blood Sugar Tracking for Diabetes Management blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3666161 Tue, 15 Jun 2010 20:29:10 +0100 3666161 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3648740&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36985&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fsugarstats%2F%7E3%2FCOQJuhkJ34U%2F I was just interviewed by Kay Fontana who runs a site for Baby Boomers who are Grand Parents and for whatever reason are raising their Grandchildren. The emphasis of the interview was to speak to Grandparents who are raising Diabetic Grandchildren, or are diabetic themselves. You can hear it here …... http://www.talkshoe.com/tc/68906 Cheers,  Bob (Source: SugarStats.com - Simple, Online Blood Sugar Tracking for Diabetes Management) SugarStats.com - Simple, Online Blood Sugar Tracking for Diabetes Management blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3648740 Wed, 09 Jun 2010 19:43:01 +0100 3648740 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3641229&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36052&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.daily-diabetic.com%2F50226711%2Fbecton_dickinson_launched_the_worlds_smallest_pen_needle_for_diabetics.php Photo CreditThere is a misconception among both healthcare professionals and people living with diabetes that a person's body type or body mass index (BMI) dictates whether they need a longer needle to effectively inject insulin. The fact is that recent studies have shown that shorter, thinner needles are just as effective and less painful than longer needles, helping many people living with diabetes have a better injection experience. Becton Dickinson - a global medical technology leader - has just announced the launch of ... (Source: Daily Diabetic) Daily Diabetic blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3641229 Tue, 08 Jun 2010 02:40:40 +0100 3641229 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3570023&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36052&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.daily-diabetic.com%2F50226711%2Fdiabetic_information_photo_contest_for_novo_nordisks_flexpena_users.php Photo CreditNovo Nordisk is hosting a fun photo contest for FlexPen® users. The contest, called 'Where Have You Flexed' asks participants to submit photos showing the unique and interesting places they have gone with the FlexPen®. Anyone visiting the website can learn about FlexPen®, play a custom online racing game, and - between August 8 and 29 - vote on the contest entries too! Photo entries are being accepted now until July 18. The grand prize winner of the Where Have You Flexed ... (Source: Daily Diabetic) Daily Diabetic blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3570023 Mon, 17 May 2010 08:00:00 +0100 3570023 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3549520&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36052&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.daily-diabetic.com%2F50226711%2Fbayers_didget_meter_glucose_meter_just_for_kids.php Bayer has launched a new blood glucose meter with kids in mind. Bayer's DIDGET Meter is the first and only blood glucose meter that connects directly to Nintendo DS and DS Lite and helps kids manage their diabetes by rewarding them for consistent testing habits with points to unlock new game levels and options. Designed for kids aged 4 to 14, the DIDGET meter links play with purpose for children with diabetes by tapping into kids' existing passion for handheld gaming. According ... (Source: Daily Diabetic) Daily Diabetic blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3549520 Mon, 10 May 2010 08:00:00 +0100 3549520 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3216786&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2010%2F01%2Fthe-diabetic-partner-follies-act-23-life-in-the-supporting-role.html We have a special treat for today’s edition of The Diabetic Partner Follies, the series featuring partners and loved ones of diabetics. Today our guest is Andreina Davila, the behind-the-scenes partner at one of our largest online diabetes communities, TuDiabetes.org. Her husband is of course founder and diabetes advocate extraordinaire, Manny Hernandez. Andreina isn’t just a [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3216786 Thu, 28 Jan 2010 14:00:06 +0100 3216786 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3159932&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2010%2F01%2Fthe-diabetic-partner-follies-act-22-what-does-it-take-to-be-a-caregiver.html Welcome, partners and loved ones of diabetics. It’s been a while since we’ve visited this series by and for you all, where you can share your perspective on what it means to live with diabetes “from the other side.” First off, I’d like to announce that fabulous fellow D-blogger and author Wil Dubois is working on [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3159932 Mon, 11 Jan 2010 13:00:10 +0100 3159932 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3100852&cid=t_124622_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2009%2F12%2F18%2F7-ways-to-manage-your-diabetic-or-sugar-sensitive-waistline-during-the-holidays%2F This article isn’t just for diabetics. I found the tips by Frederic J.Vagnini, M.D., and Lawrence D. Chilnick, authors of “The Weight Loss Plan for Beating Diabetes” to be excellent guidelines for everyone who is sugar sensitive, and I’m putting most depressives into that camp (sorry about that). Here they are: During the holiday season many dedicated dieters or those who follow special diets for diabetes, heart disease or other conditions not only “fall off the wagon” but also leap into the deep end of the pool. Don’t feel guilty. This is a normal reaction to attending large family dinners where everyone makes food loaded with seductive carbohydrates. We also go to multiple parties — sometimes on the same day — where the hosts have hir... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3100852 Fri, 18 Dec 2009 13:24:43 +0100 3100852 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3101008&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2009%2F12%2Fwhat-to-do-about-unsupportive-partners.html A few days ago, I noticed an exceedingly active discussion thread over at DiabeticConnect that began with the header “Husband is not a supporter of diabetic food choices.” The woman who posted it explains how she struggles to cook separately for herself, her husband (a strictly meat-and-potatoes guy) and her two-year-old. This poor PWD mom is [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3101008 Fri, 18 Dec 2009 13:00:59 +0100 3101008 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2786111&cid=t_124622_111_f&fid=36048&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAHeartyLife%2F%7E3%2Fq6Wz4JKc4Ww%2F A new study suggests that diabetics are eating the wrong things. In general, there’s “too much fat and sodium” and not enough healthy foods like veggies, fruits, whole grains, and fiber. While the study may find this surprising, I certainly don’t. Diabetics are no different than any other part of society and people everywhere are wrecking themselves with a poor diet. But with diabetes, people need to be extra diligent about eating right. If someone is Type 2 diabetic, they can greatly improve their blood sugar by eating right and working out. Limiting fat and salt can help with things like high blood pressure, clogged arteries, and kidney disease. While other people have the “luxury” of eating poorly, diabetics don’t. In fact, no one really does. ... A Hearty Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2786111 Thu, 10 Sep 2009 23:08:43 +0100 2786111 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2741547&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36012&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FBattleDiabetes%2F%7E3%2FiTldgohj_TM%2F What is the leading cause of blindness in the United States of America? Diabetes. Researchers are now stating that diabetes related vision loss can be prevented if the disease is treated in time. The Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn. has reported that only 50 to 60 percent of people with diabetes get the recommended yearly eye exam. The effective treatments, including a dilated eye test, can reduce severe vision loss up to 94 percent. A persons risk for diabetic retinopathy increases with the length of time that they have had diabetes. It was once thought that diabetic retinopathy only affected diabetics who have had the disease for a long length of time. We now know that that is not the case. For some diabetics, retinopathy is one of the first signs of the disease. Diabetic retinopathy happ... Battle Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2741547 Thu, 27 Aug 2009 16:33:15 +0100 2741547 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2712316&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2009%2F08%2Fthinking-hard-about-the-siblings-of-diabetic-children.html Karen Talmadge is executive VP, co-founder, and chief science officer of Kyphon, a company focusing on cures for spinal fractures, which was acquired by Medtronic in 2007. She’s also an entrepreneur and mother of a type 1 daughter, turned diabetes advocate.  See my interview with Karen from last year here.  We were deep into [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2712316 Tue, 18 Aug 2009 13:00:12 +0100 2712316 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2424273&cid=t_124622_117_f&fid=36026&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.everydayhealth.com%2Fblog%2Fzimney-health-and-medical-news-you-can-use%2Fglymetrol-a-scam-targeting-people-with-diabetes%2F I’ve recently seen a number of TV commercials for a product called Glymetrol that are extremely troubling. In fact, I find the marketing of Glymetrol offensive on so many levels it’s hard to know where to begin telling you about it. First is the cavalier manner in which this “natural” product is being marketed to people with diabetes, a potentially life-threatening disease, with severe long-term consequences if not managed properly, even though it has neither been reviewed nor approved by the FDA. People with diabetes should be under the close care of a physician fully knowledgeable about their condition, their blood sugar levels, their diet, their weight, their insulin sensitivity and their medications. Only at the bottom of the Glymetrol FAQs page does it even remotely suggest co... Dr. Z's Medical Report blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2424273 Wed, 20 May 2009 17:02:59 +0100 2424273 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2405512&cid=t_124622_111_f&fid=36048&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAHeartyLife%2F%7E3%2FmX0rgUBGILc%2F If you’re diabetic and trying to eat right – and really, who isn’t? – the American Diabetes Association (ADA) has released its list of “superfoods” for all diabetics. They are: • Beans • Dark green leafy vegetables • Citrus fruit • Sweet potatoes • Berries • Tomatoes • Fish with omega-3 fatty acids • Whole grains • Nuts • Fat-free milk and yogurt These foods have high “fiber, potassium, healthy fats, magnesium and antioxidants.” And here’s a secret for those non-diabetics out there: these foods are good for you, too! Everyone should try and incorporate more of these into their diet. Image: sxc.hu. Share and Enjoy: Post from: Blisstree Diabetic Superfoods (Source: A Hearty Life) A Hearty Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2405512 Thu, 14 May 2009 22:21:30 +0100 2405512 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2405896&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36052&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.daily-diabetic.com%2F50226711%2Fbayer_diabetes_cares_contoura_meters_now_available_in_midnight_blue_and_orange_burst.php Earlier this month, Bayer Diabetes Care introduced two bold new colors to their line of CONTOUR® Color blood glucose meters - Midnight Blue and Orange Burst - that will provide people with diabetes mo... (Source: Daily Diabetic) Daily Diabetic blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2405896 Tue, 12 May 2009 08:58:51 +0100 2405896 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2389977&cid=t_124622_111_f&fid=36048&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAHeartyLife%2F%7E3%2FXfGBrj9l4qY%2F If you’re looking for a great Mother’s Day gift, consider giving money to the American Diabetes Association (ADA). The ADA offers several different types of giving initiatives, including honor gifts, stocks, and accessories. If your mom or someone close to her has diabetes, what better way to show them you care than by giving money toward a cure. It’s better than flowers! (But it’s always a good idea to get them anyway!) If giving a gift in honor of your mom, don’t forget to write out your reasons for doing so in a card. When your mom is able to understand why it was important for you to do that, she’ll appreciate the gift all the more. Image: sxc.hu Share and Enjoy: Post from: Blisstree Make a Diabetes Donation in Honor of M... A Hearty Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2389977 Mon, 04 May 2009 23:14:14 +0100 2389977 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2354008&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36052&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.daily-diabetic.com%2F50226711%2Ftips_for_accurate_blood_glucose_testing.php © jessicafm People living with diabetes test their blood glucose anywhere from weekly to three to seven times daily or more. When performed properly, regular and frequent testing is an important self-... (Source: Daily Diabetic) Daily Diabetic blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2354008 Tue, 21 Apr 2009 20:07:08 +0100 2354008 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2349384&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36985&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fsugarstats%2F%7E3%2FSBkg2nl9Y4s%2F Ran across this the other day, this is definitely a new one for me but perhaps this is old news. In the middle of the night in a “typical” family home in Florida, a 12 year old girl, named Hunter, sleeps, while her German Shepherd, Diva, lies close by, snoozing on her own bed. All is [...] (Source: SugarStats.com - Simple, Online Blood Sugar Tracking for Diabetes Management) SugarStats.com - Simple, Online Blood Sugar Tracking for Diabetes Management blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2349384 Mon, 13 Apr 2009 18:36:20 +0100 2349384 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2325068&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36052&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.daily-diabetic.com%2F50226711%2Ffree_bamboo_plants_and_air_filters.php © mutednarayan As you may know, people with diabetes suffer from diminished lung capacity. According to research published in the April 2008 issue of Diabetes Care - a journal published by the America... (Source: Daily Diabetic) Daily Diabetic blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2325068 Mon, 30 Mar 2009 17:50:34 +0100 2325068 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2260278&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36052&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.daily-diabetic.com%2F50226711%2Fafford_your_diabetes_device_with_bayer_simple_savera_program.php Having diabetes isn't cheap. Diabetes devices and testing is expensive. What if you can't afford it? Now, Bayer Diabetes Care has introduced Bayer Simple Saver™ Program - offering qualified... (Source: Daily Diabetic) Daily Diabetic blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2260278 Fri, 13 Mar 2009 03:22:51 +0100 2260278 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2260279&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36052&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.daily-diabetic.com%2F50226711%2Fresperate_overthecounter_device_lowers_blood_pressure_in_diabetics.php InterCure Ltd. recently announced that their device, RESPeRATE, significantly lowered blood pressure in non-insulin dependent diabetics. The study will be published in the May issue of the Journal of... (Source: Daily Diabetic) Daily Diabetic blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2260279 Tue, 10 Mar 2009 02:07:14 +0100 2260279 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2190960&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FxzyBm9FjExQ%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(320,480,622556,"http://cdn.pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() If you’re Type 2 diabetic, do you test your blood sugar? How frequently? I talk to many Type 2’s who aren’t very good about testing. While it’s true they don’t need to test as often as Type 1 diabetics, testing provides a guide for how they are doing with control, when they should time their meds, and how stress and exercise affect their blood sugars. Now a new program is helping Type 2’s manage their blood sugars by using the Internet. The program “gave patients access to the same medical records used by their primary care doctor, as well as the ability to e-mail health care providers. The program also prov... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2190960 Tue, 17 Feb 2009 14:04:44 +0100 2190960 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2167901&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FkzLYfhouFrE%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(320,480,582346,"http://cdn.pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() According to a new study, “about one diabetic in three never fills the doctor’s prescription for antidiabetic medication.” Of course I’m always a bit leery when it comes to studies, but if this one is even remotely true, it’s very upsetting. When a diabetic is first diagnosed that is the best time to take an aggressive approach in an effort to stave off complications. The study translated this finding into numbers: “For the estimated 1.5 million newly diagnosed diabetics in the United States each year, unwillingness to fill antihyperglycemic prescriptions is a costly problem. The estimated 35 percent non -fill rate co... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2167901 Sun, 08 Feb 2009 14:40:41 +0100 2167901 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2167904&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FYzOFmCEC5Ek%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(320,477,582318,"http://cdn.pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() Diabetics who were treated at the William Beaumont Army Medical Center from August 2007 to January 2009 may have received an injection from an insulin pen used on “multiple diabetics.” About 2,100 patients could be at risk for hepatitis or HIV, although staff at the medical center believes the risk is low that someone is actually infected. Tags: bad injections, diabetics, dirty needle, pen, william beaumont army medical centerShare This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2167904 Sat, 07 Feb 2009 02:31:56 +0100 2167904 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2167752&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36052&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.daily-diabetic.com%2F50226711%2Fwavesense_jazza_glucose_meter_now_available_in_the_us.php A product of Diabetic Care Services and Diabetic Express, WaveSense Jazz™ is now available throughout the United States. WaveSense Jazz™ is a no-code glucose meter from AgaMatrix, Inc. It has... (Source: Daily Diabetic) Daily Diabetic blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2167752 Fri, 06 Feb 2009 10:59:11 +0100 2167752 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2160611&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FXIDKD6ZxPGQ%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(320,320,576631,"http://cdn.pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() Diabetics often deal with one insurance headache after another. (Sad but true.) But I just found out that United Healthcare is offering a new plan for those who have or are at risk for getting Type 2 diabetes. According to Smart Brief, “Participants receive health coaching, free diabetes drugs and supplies, and reduced co-pays for doctor visits to help them control their blood sugar levels.” Now this MAKES SENSE. It always chapped me how insurance companies basically make it more difficult for diabetics to get strips, test blood, and work to prevent complications. That never made sense to me. Hopefully other insurance companies will f... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2160611 Thu, 05 Feb 2009 04:17:11 +0100 2160611 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2160612&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FbakOX8QBbFQ%2F Any Type 2 diabetics that would like to be interviewed? One of my fellow b5 health writers would like a Type 2 diabetic for one of their clients. Ironically, everyone I know is Type 1 diabetic (including myself.) If you are a Type 2 diabetic and would like to share some of your experience, please contact Marijke at marijke (at) medhealthwriter.com. Tags: interview candidate, type 2 diabeticsShare This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2160612 Thu, 05 Feb 2009 04:04:08 +0100 2160612 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2144727&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F92Hjg7MfrNE%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(320,480,550869,"http://cdn.pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() There is no doubt that exercise is GREAT for the body. But for warding off diabetes (Type 2, at least) doesn’t take THAT MUCH exercise. A new study has revealed that “brief but intense exercise every day or two may help reduce the risk of diabetes.” How little? As little as 30 seconds of exercise that intensely works the muscles. Apparently just that little amount of exercise can help with insulin resistance. While this study gives some light on insulin resistance, we shouldn’t forget that the real benefit of exercise (on our hearts and lungs) comes with 30-minutes of exercise three to four times a week. Tags: Diabetes Manage... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2144727 Thu, 29 Jan 2009 14:17:53 +0100 2144727 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2141538&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F4uo6Nsz3fSA%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(320,480,550727,"http://cdn.pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() You know a lot of diabetics? You should. Diabetes is on the rise. That’s not news, of course. It’s been steadily on the incline for quite a while now. A new study says that “13 percent of adults aged 20 and older have the condition” and another “40 percent of whom have not been diagnosed.” Yet with the bad comes the good. The number of people with undiagnosed diabetes is steady. That means that people are learning more about the disease, and medical professionals are learning how to diagnose it. That’s a good thing. I’ve heard too many horror stories about doctors who have treated patients badly and ... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2141538 Thu, 29 Jan 2009 04:41:16 +0100 2141538 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2141539&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2Fsv0--tiwoBU%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(320,325,550662,"http://cdn.pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() There’s been plenty of info circulating these days about the link between Alzheimer’s and diabetes. To put it simply, when you get diabetes you are at a greater risk for developing Alzheimer’s. Even when your blood sugars are in good control. This doesn’t have to be bad news. This link is providing researchers with a new angle to see how the body responds to insulin and a lack of glucose. A study in the latest issue of Diabetes Magazine highlighted research that involved, “thousands of Swedish twins reports that developing diabetes before age 65 corresponds to a 125% increased risk for Alzheimer’s.” These ar... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2141539 Thu, 29 Jan 2009 01:41:06 +0100 2141539 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2134857&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FZdFkTEWOABA%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(320,214,542497,"http://cdn.pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() Pigs have really meant a lot to diabetics over the years. After all, they’ve provided the first types of insulin, and they may be key to transplanting islet cells. I personally feel there is a lot of hope for diabetics in this line of research, and I hope more is found out about this. Islet cells help produce insulin. It could be a key to curing diabetes, and would be much more readily available to the general population as opposed to transplants. Tags: Diabetes Management, diabetics, islet cells, pigs, transplantShare This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2134857 Mon, 26 Jan 2009 23:17:52 +0100 2134857 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2131511&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FDkMifxumQvM%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(320,320,534868,"http://cdn.pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() Here’s a scary thought: With all the lay offs happening these days workers are finding it increasingly difficult to keep their health insurance. That’s ESPECIALLY frightening for diabetics. A survey over at CNN says that in 2007, “researchers found that two-thirds of workers, if they were laid off, would be eligible for COBRA. Data from 2006 data suggest that only 9 percent would opt into the program.” Since costs are higher now, that problem is probably even more prevalent. It’s difficult. I know one of my fears has always been that I wouldn’t have health insurance. I’ve stayed at jobs I hated because of t... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2131511 Sat, 24 Jan 2009 23:44:25 +0100 2131511 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2104621&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36052&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.daily-diabetic.com%2F50226711%2Ftrue2go_blood_glucose_monitor.php Home Diagnostics recently received FDA clearance for TRUE2go, the world's smallest, no-coding, blood glucose monitor. The ease of use is ideal for busy mom's on-the-go. Small enough to twist... (Source: Daily Diabetic) Daily Diabetic blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2104621 Thu, 15 Jan 2009 00:53:48 +0100 2104621 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2090475&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36985&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fsugarstats%2F%7E3%2F505564092%2F You might have heard, but if not please go over to http://www.healthefda.com to get more info and sign this petition. The FDA has its place for many things and I’m sure they have the best of intentions at heart. But they could be doing a whole lot better in regards to diabetes and new diabetic [...] (Source: SugarStats.com - Simple, Online Blood Sugar Tracking for Diabetes Management) SugarStats.com - Simple, Online Blood Sugar Tracking for Diabetes Management blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2090475 Wed, 07 Jan 2009 23:23:16 +0100 2090475 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2078318&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F7PbXLaIxrr4%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(420,630,464594,"http://cdn.pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() I was having a really bad day yesterday with my diabetes. REALLY bad. It wasn’t that I ate poorly or failed to exercise, but I still had a hard time controlling my blood sugar. I got up and my blood sugar was 150. I took the proper insulin dosage, didn’t eat any breakfast, and then went to work. A couple hours later I worked out. When I tested after my workout, my blood sugar was 250! Frustrating. But it didn’t end there. After my workout I was hungry finally, and now my blood sugar is high. I took my insulin, waited, and then ate lunch. A very healthy and sensible lunch. When I tested after that, my blood sugar was 228. Now here&... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2078318 Sat, 03 Jan 2009 20:38:42 +0100 2078318 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2074837&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FbMLR2DktWjg%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(420,409,377819,"http://cdn.pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() Happy New Year from Diabetes Notes! I salute each and every diabetic out there. I know it’s hard at times. I know it’s hard a lot of times, but I pray for each and every one of you. Let’s band together to make 2009 a year in which we work hard to check our blood sugars, take care of ourselves, and support each other. Happy 2009! Tags: checking blood sugar, Diabetes Management, diabetics, goals, happy new year, managing diabetes, resolution, supportShare This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2074837 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 14:34:02 +0100 2074837 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2075900&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36985&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fsugarstats%2F%7E3%2F499534526%2F I wanted to wish everyone a Healthy, Happy, and Prosperous 2009. I know 08 was a tough one, but the future is ours to make what we will of it. I believe that there is a lot of opportunity out there right now and in the upcoming year if we only choose to find it. [...] (Source: SugarStats.com - Simple, Online Blood Sugar Tracking for Diabetes Management) SugarStats.com - Simple, Online Blood Sugar Tracking for Diabetes Management blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2075900 Wed, 31 Dec 2008 15:40:07 +0100 2075900 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2065490&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FfeFwyXhJfk4%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(420,630,370562,"http://cdn.pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() A new study suggests that “reducing time spent watching television and increasing time spent walking briskly or engaged in vigorous physical activity may reduce the incidence of type 2 diabetes in African-American women.” I hate studies like this. Because the reality is that turning off the TV more and getting active is good for anyone. More than that, it suggests that television is bad. Any time scientists narrow research down to a point where information no longer seems helpful, it’s time to broaden the data. What they should say is African American Women are at an increased risk for diabetes, and as a result they should become ... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2065490 Wed, 24 Dec 2008 16:49:21 +0100 2065490 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2061399&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F1L1yDPSOhb0%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(420,631,370524,"http://cdn.pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() If you have diabetes, you may develop problems with arthritis at some point. New research suggests a connection between the two diseases. There are a couple reasons for this. As this article mentions, one is that if you are overweight you are more likely to get both diabetes and arthritis. But there’s an even more interesting link. Type 2 diabetes is “thought to be related to the most common form of arthritis, osteoarthritis, by chronic inflammation.” There’s also a link with Type 1 diabetes which can cause “high uric acid levels, which can cause gout, another type of arthritis.” Trying to treat arthritis can be ... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2061399 Tue, 23 Dec 2008 16:31:28 +0100 2061399 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2061400&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FGR-kWsS5GvM%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(420,633,370518,"http://cdn.pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() Since we’re coming up on the holiday season, I thought I’d remind all my fellow diabetics out there to be extra diligent about checking your blood sugar. If you’re anything like me, stress greatly affects your blood sugar. I was reminded about that this past weekend. We had some sad family news and then I had the added stress of trying to bake, finish Christmas cards, and deal with an extra work project. In trying to “fit it all in” I found my blood sugars somewhat up and down, despite eating and working out the same. My husband (smart guy that he is) suggested I take a rest. Ease up a bit. Change my attitude about &#8... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2061400 Tue, 23 Dec 2008 03:30:54 +0100 2061400 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2055769&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=35196&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdiabeticliving.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F12%2Fbook-review-of-what-to-expect-when-you.html The book has 170 tips for folks dealing with Diabetes. It is very much a low level reference book that is a good addition to any library. A lot of this information you see in there is easily available on various websites, but then this is a nice and neat compilation available to look up when ever you need to.I like the idea of having this book to quickly check on questions that arise as I deal with my diabetes. The thing with having a disease like diabetes is that you never know all about the disease at any one time. Various issues/complication arise over time. It is nice to have a source to look at questions.The book is not going to answer your questions in detail. But it sure is a nice place to start.The book is well organized and finding the answers to the questions is simple as looking... Living with Diabetes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2055769 Mon, 22 Dec 2008 03:03:00 +0100 2055769 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2056255&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FNSM2d3MaPlA%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(420,278,351946,"http://cdn.pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() When you get diabetes, it seems like you immediately hear about all the other things you are at risk for as well. That’s yet another reason why it can be such an emotional burden to get the disease. I hear about a lot of things because I choose to be educated about diabetes. You have take the knowledge and then move on from it. Use it if it helps you, but if it’s something you really can’t do anything about, deal with it as best you can. That’s the way I’d like you to deal with this news. Recent news suggests that non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma occurs in diabetics more than people without diabetes. 19% higher, to be exac... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2056255 Sat, 20 Dec 2008 12:19:05 +0100 2056255 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2021670&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F9msKx17Knps%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(420,630,329424,"http://cdn.pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() I read this story about Karen Daniel, who (as the story quotes) was “wider around than she was tall.” She weighed 375 pounds and has lost 200 of it, and has seemed to do it without surgery. Even though she is not diabetic, I think we all can take her story to heart. I urge you to visit her website and read her story, because it will surely encourage you to take charge of your own health. So many diabetics are feeling bad and overweight and simply don’t know where to begin. Here’s where you begin: with one small step. It leads to big changes. I was struck by something Karen said in her story, “It’s a lot harder to... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2021670 Mon, 08 Dec 2008 10:18:27 +0100 2021670 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2018055&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F2-1YiqTUfY0%2F Here’s a very inspiring story about a man known as Mr. Diabetes. His real name is Andy Mandell and he has made it his mission to walk around the “perimeter of the continental United States, a trek that has stretched over eight years, worn out 23 pairs of shoes and passed through 33 states.” ~source He was diagnosed in 1985 with Type 1 diabetes, and has started the Defeat Diabetes Foundation to help bring awareness to the disease. His mission was a large one, but you know what? We can all help the cause in little ways. It doesn’t always have to be so big. For example, just donating $20 can help. Just telling someone with diabetes you care about them can help. It all adds up. Still, we congratulate Mr. Diabetes on his awesome trek! Tags: , awareness, diabetics, found... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2018055 Sat, 06 Dec 2008 00:14:48 +0100 2018055 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1975581&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FM6Laq6VqjX8%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(420,630,272938,"http://cdn.pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() There is an interesting list of facts and figures related to diabetes from the Associated Press, including this one: “Total direct and indirect U.S. costs of diabetes are estimated at $218 billion a year.” Amazing. When non-diabetics hear this figure, they automatically think this is the cost of the general public. But guess what? Figure into that cost what diabetics themselves have to pay for: syringes, insulin (often more than one kind), test strips, testers, and more. Diabetes is a hardship in many ways, and cost is just one. Check out the rest of the figures here. Tags: cost of diabetes, cost of testing supplies, fact and figures abo... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1975581 Thu, 20 Nov 2008 14:23:15 +0100 1975581 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1955407&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F9ZZHOHx8eDA%2F We’re continuing our series in talking to people that have diabetes. I think it’s important to see all these great folks who deal with diabetes and learn about how they live a full and happy life despite having this disease. For this episode of Putting a Face on Diabetes, we talk to Diane Lau. Diane is an author and marketing communication specialist with a busy family life and lots of hobbies. I especially like her “Affirmations and Advice for Diabetics.” See if her positive attitude doesn’t inspire you as well! Enjoy this interview: What type of diabetes do you have? Type 1, but it was adult onset. I’m a really unusual case in that way. When I was 38 my pancreas just started dying, and no one knows why. It was some sort of auto-immune problem, but what se... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1955407 Thu, 13 Nov 2008 10:36:18 +0100 1955407 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1955408&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F-KPBiBSPw5s%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(420,284,257106,"http://cdn.pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() I always like studies directed especially towards Type 1 diabetics. I know the majority of people are Type 2 diabetics and so many studies need to be directed towards them. But, as someone that is a Type 1, it’s nice to see some research directed our way. So anyways, here’s an interesting study that came out regarding Type 1 diabetics and exercise. According BD Diabetes, “Intense exercise training can help normalize muscle metabolism in people with type 1 diabetes, which could result in “clinically important health benefits,” Australian researchers report.” What does that mean for us? That intensive exercise spurt... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1955408 Wed, 12 Nov 2008 14:31:35 +0100 1955408 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1952312&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FzYiU7duedzU%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(420,280,257067,"http://cdn.pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() According to BD Diabetes: “Doctors should not routinely give aspirin to people with diabetes to help guard against a heart attack or stroke, researchers conclude based on a study they conducted. While it was effective for those who had already developed heart disease or suffered a stroke, regular aspirin offered no benefit for patients with diabetes and a common circulatory problem, researchers said.” However, if you’ve already had a stroke or heart disease, aspirin remains an effective treatment. Tags: aspirin, Diabetes, diabetics, findings, heart-disease, prevention, Research, stroke, studyShare This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1952312 Wed, 12 Nov 2008 13:55:44 +0100 1952312 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1945415&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2Fd7R_Qr01HeA%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(420,278,246396,"http://cdn.pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() Have you even done water aerobics? I used to do it and really liked it. Any type of water exercise is a great way for diabetics to get into shape, especially if they are overweight or have joint problems. According to Diabetes Health Magazine, “Because the buoyancy of water mitigates the force of gravity, water exercise lowers the stress on joints, bones, and muscles. This is important for those who are experiencing weight gain or foot pain due to diabetes.” Water aerobics classes are available all over these days. Check your local YMCA, fitness center, or park and rec department. Tags: cardio, Diabetes, diabetics, exercise, exercising ... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1945415 Sun, 09 Nov 2008 10:42:34 +0100 1945415 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1943575&cid=t_124622_129_f&fid=36038&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblog.healthtalk.com%2Fmultiple-sclerosis%2Flife-with-ms%2Ffinally-a-smaller-needle-for-ms-injections%2F Part of my post-operative treatment was a course of injectable blood thinners for two weeks after my release. When I was in the hospital bed, the nurses came in with a pre-filled syringe and wanted to teach me how to give myself a shot (yes I laughed!). Nobody likes self-injecting it’s just something we’ve all come to terms with. So I prepped myself and took the cap off the needle and laughed again! This needle was so small! It was so thin and so short…why couldn’t MS needles be this small? Apparently, now a MS needle IS this small! The makers of Betaseron (interferon beta-1b) announced last month that they have changed the delivery equipment of their drug (not the formulation) to the thinnest needle in MS injections. This new syringe has a 30-gauge mosquito bite of... Life with MS blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1943575 Sat, 08 Nov 2008 00:14:23 +0100 1943575 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1939610&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FkPl3SmALbIM%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(420,280,241373,"http://cdn.pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() Man, diabetics have so many things to deal with. As if having the disease weren’t bad enough, they can also get complications. One of those complications is kidney disease. A new study finds that eating fish may help prevent the kidney disease associated with diabetes, however. According to the survey, “Adults eating fish more than once a week had less protein in their urine and those who ate less fish had more protein in their urine.” Less protein in the urine means the kidneys are doing okay. If you’re looking for a great fish recipe, I can personally recommend parmesan crusted tilapia. I buy the tilapia from Aldi, and the... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1939610 Thu, 06 Nov 2008 22:24:57 +0100 1939610 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1930365&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FAHehHffoEv0%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(320,513,235656,"http://pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() If you live in Idaho, you should know that the  ”number of Idaho residents diagnosed with diabetes has tripled in the past decade, outpacing rates that are soaring across the country.”  ~source The figures are from a large diabetes study that was released recently from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.  But what could be the cause?  One nurse in the study felt that some people are simply more aware of the signs of diabetes and are going in for treatment.  Others feel it’s just part of the trend where diabetes is, unfortunately, on the rise.  Tags: diabetes on the rise, diabetics, diagnosis, idaho, new patients, ... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1930365 Mon, 03 Nov 2008 14:54:36 +0100 1930365 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1921085&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36052&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.creative-weblogging%2Faudio%2F%2Fhttp%3A%2F%2Fwww.daily-diabetic.com%2F50226711%2Fheart_disease_diabetes_and_cardiocheka.php Did you know that 25% of Americans have diabetes or pre-diabetes? November is Diabetes Month and heart disease is the cause of death for the majority of diabetics. It's time for Americans to take control of their health. With just a small drop of blood, CardioChek® allows Americans to easily test their glucose, cholesterol and other cardiovascular health indicators at home. CardioChek® is the first and only handheld device cleared by the FDA for at-home testing of glucose, total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, triglycerides and ketone levels-which can indicate risk for diabetes, coronary heart disease, heart attack, stroke and chronic diseases. Unlike other at-home health tests, there's no need to mail a blood sample to a laboratory for results. The monitor and test strips produce... Daily Diabetic blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1921085 Fri, 31 Oct 2008 05:08:38 +0100 1921085 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1892421&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36985&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fsugarstats%2F%7E3%2F426926314%2F In our last post from our interview with Jennifer McCabe Gorman of the Health 2.0 movement and Health2con.com we hear about her own incredible journey of recovery from physical trauma and pain and how she utilized the internet to help navigate and motivate her through it all. You can find Part 1 here: http://www.sugarstats.com/2008/10/11/interview-with-jennifer-mccabe-gorman-pt-1-of-3-background-on-health-20/ and Part 2 [...] (Source: SugarStats.com - Simple, Online Blood Sugar Tracking for Diabetes Management) SugarStats.com - Simple, Online Blood Sugar Tracking for Diabetes Management blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1892421 Tue, 21 Oct 2008 03:35:45 +0100 1892421 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1841201&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2Flt_cezQOSPU%2F Flu season is upon us yet again… Just a little reminder for those that reside in the US, I am not certain about time frames in other countries, that it is time to receive your Influenza and Pneumococcal Immunization/Vaccine.Yes, if you hadn’t already guessed diabetics are in the “persons at risk” category. Make your appointment today and save yourself some troubles down the road. Better safe than sorry! That is what I always say. And no, I am not advising you to do so because I am a nurse and enjoy inflicting pain on people with needles. But that is always a perk when a patient misbehaves, hahahaha. Tags: at risk, Diabetes, diabetics, flu shotShare This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1841201 Wed, 01 Oct 2008 00:29:22 +0100 1841201 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1809862&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36052&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.daily-diabetic.com%2F50226711%2Flantus_solostara_now_available_in_the_philippines.php Lantus SoloStar® is the prefilled disposable insulin pen specifically for use in the administration of LANTUS® (insulin glargine) - the most prescribed insulin in the world - which was approved by the FDA in May 2007. LANTUS® is a once-daily 24- hour insulin treatment of hyperglycemia (high blood sugar levels) in people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. Now, Lantus SoloStar® is already available in the Philippines. Both LANTUS® and Lantus SoloStar® are products of Sanofi-aventis. This is definitely a good news for diabetes care in the Philippines. See full article. Related Entries: Obesity Leads to Type 2 Diabetes - 05 February 2007 New Prefilled Disposable Insulin Pen for LANTUS®: Lantus SoloStar®, FDA-Approved - 01 May 2007 SoloSTAR®: First Prefilled Disposable Insulin P... Daily Diabetic blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1809862 Sat, 20 Sep 2008 10:53:50 +0100 1809862 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1780251&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36985&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fsugarstats%2F%7E3%2F387599627%2F Here is one that I always liked that helps show the power of our minds….It is true of our diabetes management also….your mind and your thoughts have a huge impact on your diabetes control. “Aoccdrnig to a rscheearch at Cmabrigde Uinervtisy, it deosn’t mttaer in waht oredr the ltteers in a wrod are, the olny iprmoetnt [...] (Source: SugarStats.com - Simple, Online Blood Sugar Tracking for Diabetes Management) SugarStats.com - Simple, Online Blood Sugar Tracking for Diabetes Management blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1780251 Tue, 09 Sep 2008 12:13:10 +0100 1780251 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1750789&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36985&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fsugarstats%2F%7E3%2F380687762%2F Manny and the great folks at TuDiabetes and the Diabetes Hand Foundation are having a contest this month. They also have some great prizes (meters, supplies etc) for the winners. In case you haven’t had a look check it out: http://tudiabetes.com/profile/WordinYourHand Find out more about the Diabetes Hand Project here: http://tudiabetes.com/notes/Word_In_Your_Hand (Source: SugarStats.com - Simple, Online Blood Sugar Tracking for Diabetes Management) SugarStats.com - Simple, Online Blood Sugar Tracking for Diabetes Management blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1750789 Mon, 01 Sep 2008 18:28:34 +0100 1750789 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1677332&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FAoJTtMKZbUo%2F Soak your brown rice and eat it up! Researchers have found that a compound that is beneficial among brown rice consumption among diabetics is triggered to activate again after being submerged in water. Up to now we knew that brown rice was good for diabetics but did not understand exactly how and why this process took place. Germinated brown rice’s ability to help diabetics lower their blood sugar has been shown but how it works remained unknown. New research, published online in the Journal of Lipid Research, shows the growth factor acylated steryl glucosides or ASG, helps normalize blood sugar and enzymes that are out-of-whack in diabetes. Knowing this will allow us to manufacture this compound and sell it as such in order to benefit even more diabetics. Personally I love brown ri... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1677332 Wed, 30 Jul 2008 19:48:33 +0100 1677332 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1639578&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36985&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fsugarstats%2F%7E3%2F339779167%2F Andreina Davila, Manny Hernandez and the folks over at the Diabetes Hands Foundation (http://diabeteshandsfoundation.org/) have produced a great diabetes awareness video called Drawing Diabetes. Definitely an amazing and interesting perspective on diabetes and how it affects children. Something I think we can all learn something from. Check it out: Find more videos like this on [...] (Source: SugarStats.com - Simple, Online Blood Sugar Tracking for Diabetes Management) SugarStats.com - Simple, Online Blood Sugar Tracking for Diabetes Management blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1639578 Sat, 19 Jul 2008 10:40:10 +0100 1639578 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1639579&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36985&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fsugarstats%2F%7E3%2F339260547%2F Hi Everyone, this week we handle Myth Number 2: Diabetes only happens to old or really overweight people, or those with a family history-FALSE This is a favorite of mine because I hear it all the time, usually from a patient who just cannot believe they really have Diabetes. Now, it is true that many people with [...] (Source: SugarStats.com - Simple, Online Blood Sugar Tracking for Diabetes Management) SugarStats.com - Simple, Online Blood Sugar Tracking for Diabetes Management blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1639579 Fri, 18 Jul 2008 19:15:17 +0100 1639579 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1594268&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36985&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fsugarstats%2F%7E3%2F329174828%2F We’re pleased to welcome Dr. Anita Ramsetty, Endocrinologist as the newest blogger for SugarStats! We’re delighted to share her expertise and viewpoints with our community. She’ll be sharing her words of wisdom, her experience and professional/personal insights on diabetes with us regularly, so do stay tuned in. You can address questions to Anita at: [...] (Source: SugarStats.com - Simple, Online Blood Sugar Tracking for Diabetes Management) SugarStats.com - Simple, Online Blood Sugar Tracking for Diabetes Management blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1594268 Mon, 07 Jul 2008 21:24:06 +0100 1594268 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1526115&cid=t_124622_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2008%2F06%2F18%2Fdiabetes-treatment-depression%2F As we reported earlier today, if you’re diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes, your risk for depression is increased by 52 percent: “A diagnosis of diabetes or the burden of dealing with its complications might also lead to symptoms of depression,” the authors write. But here’s the kicker — the increased risk of depression isn’t from the diabetes itself. It is instead from the treatment of the diabetes! The researchers found that treated type 2 diabetes was associated with a 52 percent higher risk of developing elevated depressive symptoms. Individuals with untreated type 2 diabetes were not at increased risk. People with untreated diabetes don’t suffer from a higher risk of depression. So here’s a perfect example of where health professiona... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1526115 Wed, 18 Jun 2008 17:58:12 +0100 1526115 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1522383&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F312418209%2F A study with very mixed results was published earlier in the week. Lowering your bloodsugars may not protect against heart disease but will help with kidney disease down the road. This from the American Diabetes Association… But what may be most important is what the study results have in common - patients with the lowest blood sugar levels had just as many heart problems as diabetics who did not keep as rigid a cap on their blood-sugar levels. When results are confusing and contradictory like this- there is always backlash from patients. I think we need to remember what we have been taught and control our bloodsugars regardless of research like this. if you would like to red more…    Tags: ada, american diabetes asssociation, bloodsugars, Diabetes, diabetics, heart-disease, ... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1522383 Tue, 10 Jun 2008 13:58:58 +0100 1522383 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1492169&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36052&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.daily-diabetic.com%2F50226711%2Fthe_veralight_scout_dsa_painless_diabetes_test.php The VeraLight SCOUT DS™ is the new painless diabetes test that doesn't involve fasting and blood drawing - and will only take a few minutes as opposed to the traditional glucose test that takes some two hours before you get the results. In last year's ADA Scientific Sessions, The VeraLight SCOUT DS™ System was exhibited. It was said that the introduction of this screening test in the U.S. market is slated for the second half of 2008. According to VeraLight, Inc.'s product page, The VeraLight SCOUT DS™ System is still for investigational use. The SCOUT DS system is intended to be the first non-invasive diabetes screening system designed to provide a more accurate and convenient method for screening type 2 diabetes, and pre-diabetes based on the presence of advanced gl... Daily Diabetic blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1492169 Wed, 04 Jun 2008 08:00:00 +0100 1492169 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1455502&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36985&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fsugarstats%2F%7E3%2F288799498%2F We’d like to welcome Bob Hawkinson of JoyofDiabetes.com as the newest writer for the SugarStats.com Blog. Bob has had to deal with and manage diabetes on a daily basis for 45 years and takes a pro-active approach to his diabetes management. Bob takes a positive outlook on it all and it reflects refreshingly in his [...] (Source: SugarStats.com - Simple, Online Blood Sugar Tracking for Diabetes Management) SugarStats.com - Simple, Online Blood Sugar Tracking for Diabetes Management blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1455502 Mon, 12 May 2008 16:41:36 +0100 1455502 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1455504&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36985&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fsugarstats%2F%7E3%2F285376107%2F Diabetes Hand Foundation and TuDiabetes/OneTouch Partnership Via TuDiabetes.com Big announcement from our friend Manny Hernandez from TuDiabetes.com on exciting new developments, projects and partnerships. Mainly the creation of the Diabetes Hand Foundation and partnership with OneTouch: “The Diabetes Hand Foundation is a non-profit that we formed to serve as an umbrella for TuDiabetes.com, EsTuDiabetes.com, Word In [...] (Source: SugarStats.com - Simple, Online Blood Sugar Tracking for Diabetes Management) SugarStats.com - Simple, Online Blood Sugar Tracking for Diabetes Management blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1455504 Wed, 07 May 2008 13:50:05 +0100 1455504 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1455505&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36985&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fsugarstats%2F%7E3%2F282293508%2F Happy Friday everyone. Here are some cool thinking happening in the Diabetes world as well as some interesting resources: The New OneTouch UltraLink Wireless Meter Via LifeScane.com For those who don’t already have one or haven’t heard of it yet: “The NEW OneTouch UltraLink Meter wirelessly sends your test results to your MiniMed Paradigm® insulin pump, making bolus [...] (Source: SugarStats.com - Simple, Online Blood Sugar Tracking for Diabetes Management) SugarStats.com - Simple, Online Blood Sugar Tracking for Diabetes Management blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1455505 Fri, 02 May 2008 18:33:06 +0100 1455505 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1455506&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36985&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fsugarstats%2F%7E3%2F267163651%2F Gestational Diabetes, Pre-Diabetes and Endocrinologists versus General Practitioners for addressing diabetes. SugarStats' host interviewer, Nedrra Lanakila, continues her talk with Endocrinologist Dr. Anita Ramsetty of EndocrineHelp.com. In this third and final post from their first interview, Dr. Ramsetty talks about Gestational Diabetes, signs of pre-diabetes and some of the factors to consider when determining your physician of choice to provide medical diabetes care. N (Nedrra Lanakila): You mentioned about gestational diabetes. How do you treat your patients diagnosed as gestational diabetics? A (Anita Ramsetty): We always end up in a somewhat odd situation because these women are split between the endocrinologist and their obstetrics teams. It can be a little bit dicey at times, t... SugarStats.com - Simple, Online Blood Sugar Tracking for Diabetes Management blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1455506 Wed, 09 Apr 2008 17:39:16 +0100 1455506 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1162644&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F219458339%2F Taking you back to the post I wrote last Saturday about the diabetes explosion occurring in Australia, I happened to come across a program on the Discovery Health channel about diabetes. Guess what the subject matter was? You guessed it- diabetes and the Aborigine people. The series is called Discovery Health- CME and it is running on Saturday and Sunday mornings at 9AM, at least the last few weeks it has around my neck of the woods (East coast). Last weekend they discussed the “thrifty gene”and how it is contributing to a huge increase in diabetes among the Aborigine people in Australia. Through history this group of people among the outskirts and brush of Australia have had to be very frugal and make a meal stretch for days until the next meal was available. Enter- “thr... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1162644 Sat, 19 Jan 2008 16:40:11 +0100 1162644 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1158361&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F218414784%2F This study showed that when you remove those barriers, people started using these high-value services significantly more. These results bolster the idea that health insurance benefits should be designed in ways that produce the most health per dollar spent.” What can be done? How do we tangibley make it happen? Do you pay for all your diabetic supplies? Do you fill all your prescriptions, or have to pick and choose? via University of Michigan Health System Share This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1158361 Thu, 17 Jan 2008 19:36:33 +0100 1158361 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1120856&cid=t_124622_111_f&fid=36048&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAHeartyLife%2F%7E3%2F207805933%2F Test question… True or False? There is a no difference between diabetic and non diabetic hearts in how they burn energy. Hmm, I am going to bet that at least half of you got this answer correct. If you answered false, you are a big winner! Diabetic hearts rely almost exclusively on fats for energy while a “normal” heart relies on fats and sugars for food. Let me break it down for you. Both PPAR-alpha and PPAR-beta/delta are proteins that are found in heart tissue. In the diabetic heart, enhanced activity of PPAR-alpha drives the use of fats as fuel, but the role of PPAR-beta/delta has been unknown, which is unfortunate being that this protein increases cardiac function. In the mice that were engineered to mimic a diabetic heart, increased PRAR-alpha, there was increased f... A Hearty Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1120856 Sat, 29 Dec 2007 01:04:04 +0100 1120856 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1118233&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36052&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.daily-diabetic.com%2F50226711%2Fproduct_recall_bayer_diabetes_test_strips_sensors_for_contour_ts_blood_glucose_meter.php Bayer Diabetes voluntary recalled in the market its test strips (sensors) (used exclusively with the Contour TS Blood Glucose Meter) due to a manufacturing issue. In the course of its routine quality control monitoring processes the Company identified a manufacturing issue with test strips from specific lots that could result in blood glucose readings with a positive bias that is outside of our product specifications. Test results may demonstrate results 5 -17% higher. Read the full recall notice from the FDA News or the Bayer Diabetes notice to see the list of 'Affected Product Code Numbers by Country'. Take note: There is no issue with the meter itself, only the test strips that go with them. BEWARE of the product recall notices if you have purchased this product. See art... Daily Diabetic blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1118233 Thu, 27 Dec 2007 03:08:29 +0100 1118233 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1100251&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F201771885%2F Ch-ch-ch-changes… I really dislike when I read that how we have been doing what we have done for years, it is now not how it should be done! Are you following me? We all know as diabetics we prick our lil’ ol’ fingers and make sure that we keep our blood sugar levels within “normal” limits approximately 4 times a day. The typical, and I say typical because I know that every diabetic is different, is to check our blood glucose in the morning before breakfast, before we eat our lunch, before we eat our dinner and then once before we turn in for the night. Due to some new research and a report titled “Guideline for management of Postmeal Glucose” that was carried out for The International Diabetes Federation we may need to be pricking our fingers even... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1100251 Mon, 17 Dec 2007 18:35:14 +0100 1100251 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1085703&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36052&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.daily-diabetic.com%2F50226711%2Fgood_find_for_kids_with_diabetes_glucoboy.php I found this via MedGadget: Glucoboy -the first blood glucose meter that has been designed specially for kids, adolescents and the young at heart. he Glucoboy is an advanced blood glucose meter that is extremely accurate and highly precise using only a 0.6µL sample of blood! When used with the Nintendo Game Boy® Advance System or the GRiP incentive-based web community, Glucoboy becomes part of an entire network that rewards testing compliance and good health management. Glucoboy is much more than just a meter, it is an integrated system that assists patients and support networks, helping them work together to provide the highest level of care, compassion and compliance. Find more details at the Glucoboy website. See article. (Source: Daily Diabetic) Daily Diabetic blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1085703 Tue, 11 Dec 2007 05:18:24 +0100 1085703 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1074939&cid=t_124622_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2007%2F12%2F06%2Fdepression-more-deadly-for-diabetics%2F Depression is not only real, it has a very real impact on certain physical conditions as well. Researchers for years have known about a link between diabetes and depression. People with diabetes seem to suffer from depression more than those without. So the usual suggestion is that for anyone who has been diagnosed with diabetes, they should also be monitored for depression and referred to additional treatment for depression if it becomes an issue. But as we reported here earlier and The New York Times notes, Depression More Deadly for Diabetics. Specifically, older diabetics. The answer to this problem? Simple. Ensure people who have diabetes also get some type of focused depression management attention and treatment. Doing so will cut a diabetics risk of death in half. Which is a si... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1074939 Thu, 06 Dec 2007 17:54:38 +0100 1074939 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1051348&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F190726197%2F Do your shoes fit? Are you sure? It is very important for diabetics to take proper care of their feet… More than six out of ten people with diabetes are walking around in the wrong-sized shoes, exposing themselves to serious foot problems that could lead to amputation, according to research in the International Journal of Clinical Practice. With the amount of diabetics doubling by 2030 we need to do whatever we can to keep ourselves in check especially if they propose that 80% of diabetic amputations could be prevented. Share This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1051348 Mon, 26 Nov 2007 14:26:37 +0100 1051348 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1035747&cid=t_124622_158_f&fid=36018&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcaregiversbeacon.blogspot.com%2F2007%2F11%2Fseniors-with-diabetes-need-to-be.html The American Diabetes Association offers tips for diabetics during the holiday feasting. It is a time when it's easy to stray from the special diet that a diabetic needs. The stress can also contribute to exhaustion, overeating, and changes in blood glucose levels. To prepare for the holidays the American Diabetes Association advises checking your schedules and menus in order to plan ahead.Just yesterday a friend of mine, who is a 70 year old diabetic, mentioned she had begun celebrating the holidays and her blood suger was way up. When everyone else is partying and eating high carb foods, such as cookies, bread, pizza, cake and pies, it is easy to lose track of what you eat.The website explains it's important to keep the fat, suger and carbohydrate counts under control in the foods that y... The Caregiver's Beacon - Resources, Links, Ideas, News blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1035747 Mon, 19 Nov 2007 02:32:00 +0100 1035747 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1455520&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36985&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fsugarstats%2F%7E3%2F184735503%2F Thats right, its Nov 14th and that means its world diabetes day. A day that we all unite, across the world, to bring attention and awareness to diabetes. Last year we wrote about it too, there were some great events they had lined up. This year they got some even cooler things going [...] (Source: SugarStats.com - Simple, Online Blood Sugar Tracking for Diabetes Management) SugarStats.com - Simple, Online Blood Sugar Tracking for Diabetes Management blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1455520 Wed, 14 Nov 2007 16:13:59 +0100 1455520 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1007579&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F180334153%2F We are getting closer to cracking the code on gestational diabetes and thus providing more treatment options for all diabetics. Researchers out of Stanford University School of Medicine have been closely examining the protein called menin in the pancreas. It is already known to help prevent cancer in the pancreas as well as other organs but now… we have a more specific gestational diabetes implication. According to Kim’s work in mice, the pancreas accomplishes that adaptive growth by producing less menin during pregnancy. With less of the brake present, the pancreatic islet cells can divide, and this growth provides the additional insulin. Within a week after delivery the menin levels in the mice were back up to normal and the pancreatic islets began shrinking to their original... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1007579 Tue, 06 Nov 2007 02:16:12 +0100 1007579 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1001112&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F178862244%2F Ok, so I was correct a few weeks back when I wrote about Halle Berry being a type 2 diabetic. And it seems that even though she has been a type 2 diabetic for quite some time, it doesn’t mean she is a very swift diabetic… It seems that Ms. Berry has ticked off many diabetics in the world. Take this with a grain of salt. As I have told you before I love celebrity news so I found this while searching one of my fave websites, as embarrassing as it is… Perez Hilton. Yes, I am THAT person. The actress has been quoted saying that she was a Type 1 diabetic but now she has been able to ween herself off insulin to be a Type 2. SOMETHING THAT IS NOT POSSIBLE.   Pregnant HALLE BERRY is winning her battle with diabetes, thanks to a healthy diet and good living. The actress was... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1001112 Fri, 02 Nov 2007 18:40:48 +0100 1001112 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=972835&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F173962640%2F Just a little reminder for those that reside in the US, I am not certain about time frames in other countries, that it is time to receive your Influenza and Pneumococcal Immunization/Vaccine. Yes, if you hadn’t already guessed diabetics are in the “persons at risk” category. Make your appointment today and save yourself some troubles down the road. Better safe than sorry! That is what I always say. And no, I am not advising you to do so because I am a nurse and enjoy inflicting pain on people with needles. But that is always a perk when a patient misbehaves, hahahaha. Share This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=972835 Tue, 23 Oct 2007 19:38:29 +0100 972835 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=964686&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F172256313%2F In my very honest opinion, I think the best option when a diabetic goes out to eat is to order the good ol’ salad bar! That’s right. Now, you can’t pile salad on half of your plate and then pasta salad, potato salad, Jello salad and other high sugar and carb no no’s, but you can certainly eat all the greens and veggies with a crouton or two. We took the kids to lunch today and this would be just what I ordered at Ruby Tuesday’s. The salad bar! And it was very yummy. I ate my big ol’ plate of salad and gulped on a diet coke. I love fountain soda and have been limiting my intake of diet coke since all the studies on how it affects diabetics. But boy, one once in a while… yummmy! And give me some credit, it isn’t cheesecake! Haha. What do you us... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=964686 Fri, 19 Oct 2007 21:27:10 +0100 964686 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=918972&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36052&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.daily-diabetic.com%2F50226711%2Fsymlina_peninjector_devices_approved_by_the_fda.php The maker of BYETTA® (exenatide) injection, Amylin Pharmaceuticals, is also the maker of SYMLIN® (pramlintide acetate) injection, approved by the FDA in March for insulin-using type 1 and type 2 diabetics. Unlike Byetta® (an incretin mimetic) which can be used... Continue. (Source: Daily Diabetic) Daily Diabetic blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=918972 Tue, 02 Oct 2007 08:00:00 +0100 918972 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=891778&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F159461438%2F Researchers out of University of Ottawa have discovered a mutation in a gene that is considered to be a major controller in the way that energy levels are used in our bodies. This is a big discovery for endurance athletes as well as diabetics. What gene is being examined and how does this pertain specifically to diabetics? The gene adenosine monophosphate-activated protein kinase, AMPK, which controls the amount of energy in our cells by becoming active when fuel stores start to deplete such as in extreme exercise. The mutation showed a doubling of the energy use in the cells. In diabetics there are high levels of fat stored in the muscle have been linked to insulin resistance, so increased energy production would be a leg up in the right direction. In addition, as metformin, a drug common... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=891778 Fri, 21 Sep 2007 13:06:32 +0100 891778 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=861961&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36052&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.daily-diabetic.com%2F50226711%2Fwarning_on_abbotts_blood_glucose_meters.php If you are a user of one of the following Abbott brand blood glucose meters: Precision Xtra™Optium™ReliOn® UltimaRite Aid®Kroger® ...please read this urgent FDA alert. If the meter is dropped on a hard surface, part or all of the display... Continue. (Source: Daily Diabetic) Daily Diabetic blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=861961 Tue, 11 Sep 2007 12:01:22 +0100 861961 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2510391&cid=t_124622_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2007%2F09%2F10%2Fthe-thing-that-people-with-diabetes-hate-the-most%2F Filed under: Type 1, Type 2, Childhood, Drugs, Opinion, Allie Beatty, Retro Review, PersonalitiesI don't mind high sugars as much as I loathe lows. Personally I'm not so ruffled by shots either (but my liver begs to differ). However, in a message posted on The Islet Foundation, Pfizer reported that insulin-dependent diabetics declared they most hate taking shots. Was this the warm-up for the Exubera campaign? Here's a fact I support! A close second to this hatred is the hypos. Any diabetic will confess -- hypos are unforgiving. So what if you could catch two birds with one capsule? I must reiterate the scientific genius behind the Oramed gel caps. The encapsulated insulin bypasses destruction in the stomach cavity. It reaches an entry point in the intestines where it reports for duty to t... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2510391 Sun, 09 Sep 2007 23:00:00 +0100 2510391 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=853742&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F154318817%2F What does a glowing “light bulb” and mice have to do with one another?  No this isn’t a joke.  The answer… type 2 diabetes. With over 20 million diabetics and over 50 million “pre-diabetics” the race is certainly on to find new drugs, treatments and ultimately a cure.  Researchers have now used a “light bulb” type activator to help us see exactly what occurs during and after the process of eating and the physiology that accompanies it.  Using a sensitive camera, the light–a direct measure of CREB/TORC2 activity–could be detected and measured from outside of the live mice. Using biochemical and genetic techniques to change the levels of various molecules in the pathway, including insulin and TORC2, the researchers measured the ... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=853742 Sun, 09 Sep 2007 21:03:02 +0100 853742 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=848450&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F153395979%2F There is so much offered here on our lil’ ol’ science and health channel. I picked a few posts that were useful for diabetics… and a few that are just darn good! Enjoy. Scott over at Health and Men offers up … Diabetes is a wide spread and ever so growing disease. In fact more that 21 million Americans (lets not forget the rest of the world too) suffer from diabetes. I know what your saying, “Diabetes doesn’t effect me…but what can I do to help or make a difference?”. Or thats what I’m hoping your saying. Here is what you can do. Go online to diabetes.org/stepout or call 1-866-605-STEP. Ruth at Eating Fabulous shares… Looking for a place to dine out where you can have healthy meals? Try searching for a restaurant participating in the Healthy Dining P... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=848450 Fri, 07 Sep 2007 11:01:40 +0100 848450 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=825596&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F147105381%2F A new study found that using an insulin pen may result in fewer trips to the emergency department and to the doctor’s office, resulting in substantial savings to diabetics and their insurers. How does $17,000 in savings grab you? Uh huh, I said 17 thousand. Switching from insulin to an insulin pen could save you just that amount. The insulin pen is more accurate in that it gives a specific measured amount, meaning less chance of a mistake. We all know that mistakes with insulin often lead to doctor and hospital visits, so this would put you in the green. We also know that there is a drawback with almost everything that goes along with health care. What is the issue here? The initial cost of “pen users” compared with “syringe users” is higher. And when the annu... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=825596 Wed, 22 Aug 2007 23:26:27 +0100 825596 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=825599&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F145383160%2F Have you heard of biofeedback? Biofeedback is a technique in which patients improve their health by using signals from their own bodies, ie. heart rate, blood pressure, respiratory rate and sweating, Now have you heard of using biofeedback to help treat your diabetes? I am referring to mainly type 2 diabetics. There is research that shows after just 10 sessions of biofeedback and relaxation therapy, diabetics blood sugars and A1c were lowered and stayed that way for up to 3 months. And a bonus… depression and anxiety among these patients also decreased. Here would be my hunch why this type of treatment could be effective… The Stress Effect Biofeedback may decrease cortisol, a stress hormone linked to insulin resistance. Some of you may remember me writing abo... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=825599 Sat, 18 Aug 2007 03:23:23 +0100 825599 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=825600&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F144775975%2F Keeping true to theme day here at b5media’s science and health channel, I am providing you with some suggestions in traveling while diabetic.  Angela at Breastfeeding 1-2-3 has been kind enough to host our  wonderful theme day, so go check out what all of my fellow bloggers had to say on their topics… With all the security issues at the airports around the world, it can be tough at times to explain to someone, especially if there is a language barrier, that the needles you are carrying and clear liquid is a necessity and not something to be used for harm. I can appreciate both sides of the misunderstanding. From a security standpoint, better safe than sorry and I am sure that some “sicko” along the way has attempted to smuggle potent chemicals in medical supplies.... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=825600 Thu, 16 Aug 2007 13:40:18 +0100 825600 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=799239&cid=t_124622_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2007%2F08%2F14%2Fthe-undiagnosed-men-benefit-most-as-disparity-evens-out%2F Filed under: Type 1, Type 2, ResearchAccording to a RAND Corporation study, fewer and fewer diabetics are going undiagnosed these days. Specifically, the gap has closed dramatically over the last twenty-five years. So much so that Hispanics and African Americans are now no more likely than whites to be undiagnosed. Good news, to be sure. And the news is especially good for men. James P. Smith, who authored the study, says that twenty-five years ago about fifty percent of men with diabetes did not even know they had the disease. Jump forward to 1999-2002, however, and the number drops to about twenty percent.Smith concludes that even though ethnic and gender disparities remain, we are certainly doing a lot better at getting people diagnosed and into treatment. Diabetes programs that target ... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=799239 Tue, 14 Aug 2007 04:00:00 +0100 799239 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=793707&cid=t_124622_87_f&fid=34866&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecardioblog.com%2F2007%2F08%2F11%2Fcan-being-overweight-reduce-the-severity-of-heart-disease%2F Filed under: ObesityCan obesity actually help heart disease be less severe??? According to this article, in some cases it can.Talk about confusing and contradictory information! We know that obesity causes heart disease (the study doesn't dispute that), but apparently for overweight Type I diabetics once they have it their extra flab helps lessen how badly they suffer. What?! Other than knowing that it happens, and that it seems more pronounced in women than men, experts have little more than guesses on how or why this phenomenon happens. One guess is that extra weight helps buffer fluctuations in blood sugar. But what they do know is that weight gain and obesity is still outrageously dangerous to a person's health -- with or without this news.Via The Diabetes BlogRead | Permalin... The Cardio Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=793707 Sat, 11 Aug 2007 04:00:00 +0100 793707 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=793462&cid=t_124622_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2007%2F08%2F11%2Fthiamine-deficiency-linked-to-vascular-disease%2F Filed under: Type 1, Type 2, Childhood, Adult Onset, Research, ComplicationsMany people with type 1 and type 2 diabetes have to deal with vascular problems. Just ask my brother. A type 1 for over 30 years, he has diabetic retinopathy and had a stroke in his late 30s. Microvascular complications can cause kidney disease, vision disorders and neuropathy, while macrovascular complications can cause heart disease, stroke and peripheral vascular disease. Researchers at the University of Warwick have definititvely shown diabetics are deficient in thiamine (vitamin B1), and the deficiency is connected to vascular complications associated with the disease. The research team found thiamine concentration in blood plasma was decreased 76 percent in type 1s and 75 percent in type 2s. Why is this only... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=793462 Sat, 11 Aug 2007 04:00:00 +0100 793462 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=768942&cid=t_124622_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2007%2F07%2F31%2Finsulin-grown-in-tobacco-plants%2F Filed under: Type 1, Drugs, ResearchYes, the title conjures up images of a futuristic world in which diabetics puff their way back to health. "New! Insulin Cigarettes!" In fact, it's rather more innocuous than that: scientists have engineered a type of insulin-containing tobacco plant that could - in theory, at least - be used as a diabetes treatment. A study has just been completed of its use. Once freeze-dried and broken down into powder, the insulin-containing tobacco leaves were administered to mice. The scientists who came up with the plant (and who are based at the University of Central Florida), found the powder successfully prevented diabetes symptoms in the mice after eight weeks. It seems pretty safe to assume, they speculate, that humans with type 1 diabetes could get similar re... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=768942 Tue, 31 Jul 2007 04:00:00 +0100 768942 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=764993&cid=t_124622_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2007%2F07%2F29%2Fmediterranean-diet-beneficial-for-diabetics%2F Filed under: Type 1, Type 2, Diet, Lifestyle, ResearchI was intrigued by a recent Swedish study reporting that people on a so-called "Stone Age" diet had more stable blood sugar levels than those on a Mediterranean diet. An intriguing claim, because it's so often said that Mediterranean-style eating is super-healthful. Let's also admit it is a delicious way to eat: yes, pasta and bread is there, but it's balanced out by tons of fresh fruits, vegetables, fish and olive oil. The Stone Age way is a bit more spare: we're talkin' meat, fish, and lots of whole grains, berries and nuts. Nary a sliver of Parmesan in sight.However, the results of yet another study, this time from Australia, indicates Mediterranean-style eating is a good choice, especially for diabetics. Researchers from the Univers... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=764993 Sun, 29 Jul 2007 04:00:00 +0100 764993 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=764202&cid=t_124622_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2007%2F07%2F28%2Faustralian-aborigines-make-headway-in-diabetes-struggle%2F Filed under: Type 2, Diet, Lifestyle, Exercise, SupportIt's often said that grass-roots level initiatives are what will turn the tide on the spread of type 2 diabetes. Here's an example of a grass-roots success story: Catholic News reports that Australian Aborigines from the Mowanjum community of Western Australia are benefiting from the introduction of a type 2 prevention and management program. Titled "Indigenous communities beat diabetes," (that could be a bit of an overstatement), the article describes the impact of the program in Mowanjum community in Western Australia. Successes include the introduction of a comprehensive diabetes education program aimed at young people with diabetes. The program, which is organized by Aboriginal development group Unity of First Peoples Australia, al... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=764202 Sat, 28 Jul 2007 04:00:00 +0100 764202 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=707170&cid=t_124622_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2007%2F06%2F30%2Fdiabetic-passengers-stranded-on-a-train-in-colorado%2F Filed under: Type 1, Type 2, Diet, Daily NewsJust yesterday I posted a blog about a guy kicked off a train in Arizona. Well, looks like this is the week of train-related news, because here's another one. Only this time, the passengers were stuck on the train. A number of diabetics were among the passengers who recently boarded a train for Silverton, Colorado. The group, consisting mainly of retirees, were anticipating a fun day trip with a little shopping and sightseeing in Silverton. Instead, they ended up stranded after gale force winds hit the region. The train was rocked around and the strong winds rolled boulders onto the tracks, making it impossible for the train to complete its journey.Twelve hours is a long time to spend on a train when it's not moving, I imagine. That's how long t... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=707170 Sat, 30 Jun 2007 04:00:00 +0100 707170 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=702084&cid=t_124622_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2007%2F06%2F28%2Fdiabetes-in-youth-on-the-rise-race-ethnicity-and-type1%2Ftype2-analyzed%2F Filed under: Type 1, Type 2, Childhood, ResearchJust released in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), the SEARCH for Diabetes in Youth Study involved 2,435 young people under 20 newly diagnosed with diabetes in 2002 and 2003. This effort claims to be unique as it is the first study designed to estimate our nation's incidence of diabetes across race, ethnicity and diabetes type in this younger population. Estimated rates of type 1 diabetes over previous estimates are up 40-60 percent for white children and 20-40 percent for black and Hispanic children. But the study also cautions direct comparisons can't be made as earlier studies incorporated varying methodologies. The study states overall diabetes incidence in children and adolescents is 24.3 cases per 100,000 annuall... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=702084 Thu, 28 Jun 2007 04:00:00 +0100 702084 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=682749&cid=t_124622_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2007%2F06%2F19%2Fscreen-for-depression-in-older-adults-with-diabetes%2F Filed under: Type 1, Type 2, Adult Onset, Research, Support Depression is often underdiagnosed and untreated in the elderly population, and for those with diabetes mellitus, the risk is greater. Researchers from the University of Florida in Gainesville found elevated depression among older diabetic adults in the Health, Aging and Body Composition (Health ABC) study published this month in Archives of Internal Medicine. Health ABC, a cohort study, examined community-dwelling 70 to 79-year-old adults living in Memphis and Pittsburgh. Participants reported no depression at baseline, and were assessed annually for an average of nearly six years. Diabetes mellitus was associated with a 30% increased risk for depressed mood, and participants with poor glycemic control were associated with a... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=682749 Tue, 19 Jun 2007 04:00:00 +0100 682749 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=675441&cid=t_124622_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2007%2F06%2F16%2Fthe-fiber35-diet-reviewed-by-the-diet-channel%2F Filed under: Type 2, Adult Onset, Diet, Opinion, Books, SupportWhen The Diet Channel reviewed Fiber 35, they took the diplomatic approach, citing good and not so good advice. Good advice including: get plenty of soluble and insoluble fiber from fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, eat reasonable portions, and exercise. The problem is that this excellent, evidence-based message is buried in hyperbolic language and some superfluous advice. Fiber 35 emphasizes the mechanisms by which fiber and fiber-containing foods can help improve disease markers (cholesterol, blood sugar, and immunity), while helping to control weight and appetite. A concept enjoying heavy rotation and loose interpretations nowadays is the subject of toxins. Fiber 35 claims that toxins are relieved by eating fiber -- 35 g... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=675441 Sat, 16 Jun 2007 04:00:00 +0100 675441 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=675445&cid=t_124622_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2007%2F06%2F15%2Fe-medical-records-no-guarantee-of-good-diabetes-care%2F Filed under: Type 1, Type 2, Childhood, Adult Onset, ResearchWhen my husband and I departed our new dentist office a year ago, we agreed it was 'cadillac dentistry' at its finest. Computerized records at the hygienists' fingertips, digital x-rays (those are nice!) and even a package of mints and a sparkle-sprayed carnation on the way out. A typical cleaning is around $25 more than insurance allows, so we're paying big bucks for a glittery flower and fresh breath. Is the dentistry honestly any better? Fellow blogger, Brian White, over at That's Fit just highlighted a new study on the relationship between computer wizardry at the doctor's office and diabetes care. Guess what? Medical offices investing in electronic medical record-keeping actually delivered a lower quality of care for diabeti... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=675445 Fri, 15 Jun 2007 04:00:00 +0100 675445 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=675450&cid=t_124622_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2007%2F06%2F14%2Fquality-of-life-for-diabetics-in-mexico-is-grim%2F Filed under: Type 1, Type 2, Childhood, Adult Onset I am often guilty of diabetes isolationism. I tend to think about diabetes within a United States vacuum. But diabetes is a worldwide disease. The World Health Organization website identified the worldwide prevalence of diabetes at 171 million in 2000, and projects this number will rise to 366 million in 2030. Unfortunately, diabetes treatment and education is severely lacking in developing countries. Mexico is one developing country where the public health system is failing the disease. Diabetes is the leading cause of death in Mexico, with 138 deaths per 100,000 adults aged 20 to 84 in 2000. That compares to 82 deaths in 100,000 here in the United States. Mexico also has one of the world's highest prevalence rates -- 10.7 percent of a... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=675450 Thu, 14 Jun 2007 04:00:00 +0100 675450 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=644953&cid=t_124622_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2007%2F05%2F28%2Fcocoa-butter-enhances-insulin-sensitivity%2F Filed under: Type 1, Type 2, Childhood, Adult Onset, Diet, ResearchStudies found that cocoa butter might be better for diabetics than other fats. A manufacturer of cocoa and chocolate is exploring the health benefits of cocoa butter for diabetics. The positive effect of cocoa butter on diabetes was discovered during a study to determine why men and women are affected differently by diabetes. The study tried to create insulin resistance in male and female rats by feeding them a diet rich in different kinds of fats. To everyone's surprise, the animals on a cocoa fat diet developed better insulin sensitivity than those fed with other kinds of fat. Other studies have looked at the flavanoids in dark chocolate for their blood pressure lowering and insulin sensitizing attributes, so this isn't t... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=644953 Mon, 28 May 2007 04:00:00 +0100 644953 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=563574&cid=t_124622_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2007%2F04%2F23%2Fthis-little-piggy-left-the-market%2F Filed under: Type 1, Childhood, Adult Onset, Lifestyle, Drugs, Research, Opinion, SupportA study published in 1991, comparing the efficacy of human synthetic insulin to porcine insulin states "there is no reason to treat all insulin-requiring diabetic subjects with human insulin except those who have developed insulin allergy". In light of this study - how was rDNA synthetic human insulin able to monopolize the US market? The absence of highly purified porcine insulin in the US is probably (my guess) because it's cheaper to manufacture. The saturation of the US market with rDNA synthetic human insulin seems to be treating the masses with a specialized need existing in only a few individuals. But the top line of this marketing campaign must have had a good effect on the bottom-line, too. Sa... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=563574 Mon, 23 Apr 2007 04:00:00 +0100 563574 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=536616&cid=t_124622_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2007%2F04%2F11%2Firreconcilable-differences-im-divorcing-the-ada%2F Filed under: Type 1, Type 2, Childhood, Adult Onset, Lifestyle, Drugs, Research, Fundraisers, OpinionThe Wall Street Journal posted an interesting story about a man who needed a drug to treat his ALS or Lou Gehrig's disease. He could not get the funding for a large scale trial to approve the drug. I empathize, completely! See that picture of the Hulk? That's me. I'm angry. You won't like me when I'm angry. As a type 1 diabetic, my concern for improving the lives of people affected by diabetes involves preventing and reversing the complications associated with the disease. The American Diabetes Association states the same somewhere in their mission statement. Ok ADA, put MY money where YOUR 501(C)3 is!! When I called the American Diabetes Association and shared my excitement for the C-pept... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=536616 Wed, 11 Apr 2007 04:00:00 +0100 536616 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=518724&cid=t_124622_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2007%2F04%2F03%2Fdiabetic-life-is-cheaper-in-pa%2F Filed under: Type 1, Type 2, Childhood, Adult Onset, Drugs, Research, Services, SupportA new report by found that treating type 2 diabetes in Pittsburgh is less expensive than the state and national average. The annual average in 2005 for type 2 diabetes inpatient hospitalizations in Pittsburgh was $32,354 -- lower than the national average of $39,401, as well as the Pennsylvania average of $54,795. The average annual office visit charges for treating people with Type 2 diabetes in Pittsburgh was $1,002 in 2005. This was also lower than the state average of $1,289 and the national average of $3,266. The Pittsburgh Business Group developed the Pittsburgh Type 2 diabetes report to serve as a useful resource for employers in their efforts to provide work-site wellness and care management pr... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=518724 Tue, 03 Apr 2007 04:00:00 +0100 518724 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2512562&cid=t_124622_134_f&fid=36052&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.daily-diabetic.com%2F50226711%2Fbayer_diabetes_care_launched_a1cnowa_selfcheck_for_home_use.php Bayer Diabetes Care announced the launch of A1CNow®SELFCHECK - a new A1C monitor that enables people with diabetes to check their A1C level at home. As you may know, an A1C reading provides the aver... (Source: Daily Diabetic) Daily Diabetic blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2512562 Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0100 2512562