Too much sugar symptoms may be confused with symptoms of other disorders. There are several tell-tale signs, however, that may indicate one has hyperglycemia or diabetes mellitus. Hyperglycemia results from too much glucose in the bloodstream. Simply ingesting excessive amounts of sugar is not enough to create the condition, just as excessive sugar intake in [...]

Diabetics are encouraged to consume more fruits and other plant-based food because of their low glycemic index, which is made possible by fructose and fiber. Unknown to the vast majority of diabetics, however, is the fact that there is more worth knowing about plant-based food than just a low-carbohydrate food. Many foods can have a [...]

The most common high blood sugar symptoms in women usually cover a range of predictable patterns. Although in most cases these outward signs differ little from men, women’s dietary needs and the effects of pregnancy can greatly exaggerate the expected symptoms. Such symptoms may not always indicate the presence of diabetes mellitus, but they are [...]

Stevia has become one of the hottest sweeteners for those trying to lose weight. While its popularity soars so does the questions surrounding its efficacy and its side effects. A typical question and answer is below. Q: I started using Stevia as a sweetener last week, but one of my aunts has told me that [...]

Anyone looking to buy diabetic slipper socks for use around the home should know that there are a few features which are important to look for and a few others which are not nearly as important. Obviously, anyone wants to spend a reasonable sum of money on slipper socks and not be a victim of [...]

Not the news you want to hear Statistics published in the 2011 National Diabetes Fact Sheet, issued jointly by the Center for Disease Control and other U.S. health organizations, provide an alarming reminder that the early years of middle age, starting around age 45, are years of increased health risks.

A lot of people who are afflicted with diabetes are at the same time suffering from hypertension. When blood pressure rises, the arteries are constricted because of atherosclerosis or frequent high blood glucose levels. In any case, blood cannot circulate properly thereby accelerating the patient’s risks to cardiac arrests, strokes, coronary artery disease, retinopathy, nephropathy [...]

Did you know that your favorite beverage coffee can also help reduce your diabetes risk? According to a new study, it is proved that drinking coffee reduces risk of Type 2 diabetes by over 50%. In a report published in ‘Diabetes’ journal, it was mentioned that women who drink three to four cups of coffee [...]