a review on diabetes and okra abelmoschus esculentus Does okra reduce blood sugar? The fiber in the fruit of okra — the green, seedy part of the plant — lowers blood sugar by slowing down the absorption of sugar from your intestines. It’s better to get your fiber through food, rather than supplements. Does Lady … Read more
a vegan thanksgiving recipe for diabetics Can diabetics enjoy Thanksgiving? Stick to your normal schedule and eating routine Ultimately, Dr. Barry says, “If you make Thanksgiving more about spending time with family and friends, it’s something everyone can enjoy—regardless of whether they have diabetes.” Can a diabetic eat turkey stuffing? For diabetes-friendly stuffing: Substitute fat-free … Read more
a true diabetes diet Is banana good for diabetes? Bananas are a safe and nutritious fruit for people with diabetes to eat in moderation as part of a balanced, individualized diet plan. A person with diabetes should include fresh, plant food options in the diet, such as fruits and vegetables. Bananas provide plenty of nutrition … Read more
a polydypsia diabetes What causes polydipsia in diabetes insipidus? Also known as dipsogenic diabetes insipidus, this condition can cause production of large amounts of diluted urine from drinking excessive amounts of fluids. Primary polydipsia can be caused by damage to the thirst-regulating mechanism in the hypothalamus. What is polyuria and polydipsia? Polyuria literally translates to … Read more
a sample diabetic diet Are eggs OK for diabetics? Eggs are a versatile food and a great source of protein. The American Diabetes Association considers eggs an excellent choice for people with diabetes. That’s primarily because one large egg contains about half a gram of carbohydrates, so it’s thought that they aren’t going to raise … Read more
a study to assess the prevalence of gestational diabetes What is the epidemiology of gestational diabetes? Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that can develop during pregnancy in women who don’t already have diabetes. Every year, 2% to 10% of pregnancies in the United States are affected by gestational diabetes. Managing gestational diabetes will … Read more
am i type 1 diabetic quiz Can you test for type 1 diabetes at home? A person cannot diagnose diabetes using home testing alone. People with unusual readings will need further testing by a doctor. The doctor might carry out fasting tests, oral glucose tolerance tests, HbA1c tests, or use a combination of these methods. … Read more
a que edad se presenta la diabetes mellitus tipo 1 ?Cómo se detecta la presencia de diabetes mellitus? Consisten en la recogida de muestras de sangre u orina y en el posterior análisis para determinar los niveles de glucosa. En algunas pruebas se ingiere una cantidad determinada de glucosa y se mide la capacidad que … Read more
a person with diabetes cholesterol and high bp What happens if you have high cholesterol and diabetes? If you have both diabetes and high cholesterol, you’re not alone. The American Heart Association (AHA) states that diabetes often lowers HDL (good) cholesterol levels and raises triglycerides and LDL (bad) cholesterol levels. Both of these increase the … Read more
a person with diabetes should expect What problem does a person with diabetes have and why? Diabetes dramatically increases the risk of various cardiovascular problems, including coronary artery disease with chest pain (angina), heart attack, stroke and narrowing of arteries (atherosclerosis). If you have diabetes, you’re more likely to have heart disease or stroke. What … Read more