Creating a diabetic diet requires careful thought and planning. Glucose levels are fragile, and allow for only a slim margin for error on your part. As a friend or relative caring for a loved one, you must know the person's needs better than you...
Diabetics must pay close attention to their blood sugar levels and keep them stabilized. Fortunately, diabetes patients do not have to eat particular foods, but they must follow a well-balanced diet that is recommended for anyone. By choosing...
If you have diabetes, your diet is an extremely important part of the treatment of your disease. Your body will convert any carbohydrates you consume into sugar, for use as energy. Too little glucose in your blood, known as hypoglycemia, can leave...
Diabetes is characterized by high blood sugar and can be a serious, life-threatening condition, but is controllable through medication and lifestyle interventions. Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disorder and the most common type of diabetes in...
Hypoglycemia is the term associated with a blood glucose reading of 70 mg/dL or lower. Diabetics are susceptible to hypoglycemic episodes at any time without warning, particularly if you do not follow the recommended diet for your treatment plan....
Diabetes affects about 151,000 people under age 20 in America, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Unlike in the past, a diabetic child isn't expected to adhere to a restricted diet significantly different from her peers....
The 2,000-calorie diet for diabetics is a meal plan typically prescribed to individuals with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes. Like other meal plans for diabetics, the diet follows the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Dietary Guidelines for Americans....
Diabetes is the general name for a group of metabolic disorders characterized by high levels of glucose in the bloodstream. Normally your body can control the glucose levels in your blood through a series of physiological processes. Those who have...
Diabetes is a metabolic disorder characterized by insufficient insulin production or a resistance to insulin. Since insulin lowers blood sugar levels, people with diabetes struggle with high blood sugar. Diabetics generally need to modify their...
Diabetes is a condition in which your body fails to make or properly use insulin. This can cause you to develop high glucose, or sugar, levels in your blood. In order to avoid this condition, called hyperglycemia, you may need to take certain...
You can maintain good health by paying attention to key points that can trigger problems in your body. Exercise helps you will lose weight and strengthen your heart and lungs. A low-salt diet helps with normal blood pressure, the American...
Neuropathy is a term used to describe nerve disorders that generally develop as a complication of medical conditions like diabetes. Diabetic neuropathy is prevalent in nearly 70 percent of people with diabetes, and symptoms can range from mild to...
Most people who are overweight could benefit from dropping some of those extra pounds, and that's definitely true if you're diabetic. Managing your weight can help you manage your disease and get your blood sugar under control. Some diabetics...
Diet plays an important role in helping you manage your diabetes. Using the calorie-controlled diabetic exchange diet guide can help you balance your carbohydrate, protein and fat intake for good blood sugar control. A 2,400-calorie diabetic diet...
If you have diabetic nephropathy, or kidney disease, diet is an essential part of treatment. According to the National Kidney Disease Education Program (NKDEP), goals of diet therapy are to maintain good nutritional status, slow progression of...
Nerve damage due to increased sugar levels in your blood (hyperglycemia) is a common complication of diabetes. The innumerable symptoms for this disorder usually manifest 10 to 20 years after a diagnosis of diabetes has been made. Common symptoms...
If you are a diabetic, losing and maintaining a healthy weight can significantly improve your blood sugar levels. A 1,500-calorie diet plan can help both men and women lose weight. To help you meet your nutrient needs and promote good blood...
Blood sugar levels are regulated by insulin, a hormone produced by the pancreas that causes the body to pull glucose out of the blood. People with diabetes have chronically high blood glucose levels, which can increase their risk of developing eye...
Diabetes is the leading cause of kidney disease, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. In 2005, almost 45 percent of people with impaired kidney function also had diabetes. A low-protein diet is...
Diabetes is a condition caused by the body either not making enough insulin or not responding properly to it. Because insulin is needed to pull sugar out of the blood, people with diabetes have chronically high blood sugar, which can lead to a...
It is not uncommon for people with liver disease to have type 2 diabetes. When you have liver disease, your body may become resistant to insulin. Insulin is the hormone responsible for getting sugar from your bloodstream into your cells to supply...
Your body uses potassium in digestion, metabolism, regulating muscle tissue and homeostasis -- balancing the chemical and electrical processes in your body. Excess potassium can lead to loss of muscle and nerve control, an irregular heart beat...
If you have diabetes, the best way to diet is by making good food choices and increasing your activity level. The USDA 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends consuming less calories from food and beverages while increasing physical...
You probably remember hearing your mother say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. With diabetes, it's important to have a breakfast that contains just enough carbohydrates to start the day off right without compromising your...
Diabetes, a chronic metabolic disorder, affects 20.8 million Americans, notes the University of Maryland Medical Center. Characterized by uncontrolled blood glucose levels, diabetes occurs when the body does not produce insulin or is unable to use...
When you have diabetes, it is important to find a diet that will help you keep your blood sugar levels within the recommended range. A low-carb diet can help you keep your blood sugar levels stable throughout the whole day and avoid the long-term...
Diabetes is the leading cause of chronic kidney diseases and kidney failure. Your kidneys work like filters to remove metabolic wastes, excess fluid and minerals from the blood. When the kidneys fail, these substances build up in the blood to...
A combination of excess weight, diabetes and high cholesterol puts you at high risk for developing heart disease. Fortunately, one simple diet can help you reduce all three of these risk factors. If you add fiber to your diet and reduce your...
Type 2 diabetes can be defined as a disease of carbohydrate intolerance, according to the Metabolism Society, and this is why eating carbohydrates result in harmfully high blood sugar levels. However, the American Diabetes Association still...
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