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Thursday

Diabetes danger on the increase

DIABETES is affecting more Eurobodalla lives than ever before, and doctors see no signs that the epidemic will slow. One in 20 shire residents (1985) now live with diabetes, compared to only one in 33 in 2001 (1559 people).

These numbers mean the Eurobodalla's diabetes rate stands at 4.9 per cent - a figure significantly above the national average of 3.75 per cent. million in the next five years," Dr Howard said.

"The figures are most likely to under-estimate the seriousness of the picture, because they are based on people already diagnosed and studies show that for every person who has type 2 diabetes, another has the disease but does not know it.

"The latest figures are frightening because they show that we have not made a dent in the diabetes epidemic, despite an increased awareness that type 2 diabetes can be prevented."

During this week, Diabetes Australia president Dr Gary Deed encourages people to grab their tape measures. "A new television commercial urges Australians to take action and measure their waists to assess their risk.

Men with a waistline of over 100cm and women with a waistline of over 90cm are in the highest risk category for developing type 2 diabetes," Dr Deed said.

"People should start taking type 2 diabetes seriously...given the complications which include blindness, amputation, kidney damage, heart disease and stroke."

Keeping a healthy weight, being active and eating well can reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by up to 60 per cent. Source

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Tuesday

Diabetes news

-Mineral may increase diabetes risk

The surprise discovery was made in a follow-up to animal studies indicating that the trace mineral helped the body handle glucose. Instead scientists in the US found that taking selenium supplements for a number of years increased the chances of developing diabetes.

"However, our understanding of the mechanisms whereby selenium would increase risk of diabetes is very limited at this time and this issue needs to be further explored. Nevertheless, I would not advise patients to take selenium supplements greater than those in multiple vitamins."

- Diabetes – Pumpkin Extract showed some promise for Insulin Reduction or Replacement

Researchers from East China Normal University discovered that diabetic rats fed pumpkin extract improved plasma insulin and insulin-positive (beta) cells to almost normal levels.
“Pumpkin extract is potentially a very good product for pre-diabetic persons, as well as those who have already developed diabetes,” said lead researcher, Tao Xia, from the East China Normal University.
The key ingredients it thought to be antioxidants and D-chiroinositol which helps mediates insulin activity. By improving the insulin levels, blood sugar levels were lowered. This in turn reduces the amount of oxidative oxygen species that further damage beta-cell membranes. This prevents further damage, which allows for some regeneration. The rats never did recoup full beta-cell capabilities because they were damaged beyond repair.
At this time studies have only been conducted on rats, and it would be too soon to say if humans would experience the same benefits.

-Researchers at American Diabetes Association 67th Scientific Sessions (ADA) has claimed that the use of an insulin pen device could considerably reduce the incidences of hypoglycaemia

The researchers have found that weak adherence to treatment for diabetes is highly correlated with enhanced risk for hospitalization and related expenses, with claims-related hypoglycaemia rates notably high for patients who are on conventional insulin. The study was conducted on 486 patients who were diagnosed with type2 diabetes and had been treated earlier with human or else analogue insulin administer by vial or syringe

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Sunday

How to keep diabetes away

Prediabetes: What You Need to Know to Keep Diabetes Away

An estimated 41 million Americans have the condition identified since 2002 as prediabetes, which, if left unchecked, inevitably will lead to full-blown diabetes.

From one of the world’s leading diabetes "patient-experts," this first-ever practical guide offers fifty essential, informative ideas and simple steps to help this vast and rapidly growing constituency manage their condition and thereby reduce their chances of developing full-blown diabetes.

Prediabetes clearly explains what readers can do today, no matter what their age, and whether or not they have a family history of diabetes, a severe weight problem, or are members of an ethnic group at high risk—including Hispanics, Native Americans, African Americans, and Pacific Islanders.

What Others say:

-"This book gives you 50 different ways to approach prediabetes."

-"I was diagnosed with prediabetes and immediately did a search for more information on this potentially dangerous condition. This book is wonderful. I found myself a student again, studying and highlighting all the pertinent phrases and best of all, the author has written this all in plain English! I didn't have to have a medical degree to read it. I finished it by the next day and have since started tracking my sugars, especially the carbs, after having a look at what my future could hold if I continued eating all the processed foods and being the couch potato that I am. This book could change your future"

-"This book is very informative and thorough. It covers all the major topics you need to be aware of in case you are at risk of contracting diabetes type 2. If diabetes runs in your family and, you are overweight and sedentary, you seem to be at risk. "

-"This book is like getting everyday tips about a person's experience so you don't get the diseaseIt saves the reader tons of time."

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Wednesday

A Field Guide to Type 2 Diabetes

A Field Guide to Type 2 Diabetes

The best consumer guide to type 2 diabetes. Explains in down-to-earth language the best way to live with this chronic disease that is affecting a growing number of people. Information for all the "times" with type 2 diabetes that you will experience over the years--when you are newly diagnosed; taking one, two, or three kinds of diabetes pills; or adding insulin.

It explains the tools to use to prevent complications. It includes chapters on women, children and teens, and how to prevent diabetes from occurring in family members who are at high risk for it.

What Others Say:

-"The Field Guide pays special attention to everyday issues that people with diabetes face, such as finding medical services or dealing with a doctor who is not very interested in diabetes. These are issues that it might take several years for a patient to address, especially if they don't attend diabetes classes or support groups.

This is a comprehensive resource, written by well-known diabetes experts, which serves as a good beginner's guide to the nuts and bolts of diabetes....The format is similar to a travel guide, which makes it easy to find the destination (or topic) of choice and go directly to it. "

-"As a newly diagnosed diabetic I found this book to be the easiest to understand and most informative one I read. Everything was clearly written and I felt all pertinent topics were discussed. "

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The Insulin Pumping Bible

Pumping Insulin: Everything You Need For Success On A Smart Insulin Pump

What Others Say:

-Great pointers on how to fine tune your insulin pump
For those considering the pump as a management strategy, PUMPING INSULIN helps you to determine whether the pump is right for you. This book is the BIBLE for Insulin Pump therapy. John Walsh, a pump user, and a Physician's Assistant and Certified Diabetes educator, offers invaluable advice and steps for finding your correct insulin basal rates and bolus/carb ratios

- The Insulin Pumping Bible
This is the only book you need if you are considering pumping, have received a new pump and are starting pumping, or are an experienced pumper and need help improving your regimen. It is a must have for any pumper's library

-Excellent, must-have resource for anyone pumping or planning to pump insulin to treat diabetes. Deals mostly with Type 1 but there is a section on Type 2 and many areas discussed apply to both types equally

-"As a diabetic for thirty years and a pump user for eight years, I found this book extremely helpful and informative. Excellent Book."

-"Good information for pumpers. A great book with many good tips and methodology for people using insulin pumps."

-veteran pumper...-"The insulin pumpers bible is a perfect mix of new info and what has worked all along."

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Saturday

How to prevent type 2 diabetes

The good news about having pre-diabetes or type 2 diabetes:

If you have pre-diabetes, you can prevent the development of Type 2 diabetes and even return to normal glucose levels by taking several simple steps: losing weight, making changes in your diet and exercising.

You can have a healthy, active and long life with type 2 diabetes
by using a meal plan, being active most days of the week and taking diabetic medicine if needed.

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