Diabetes is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by high levels of sugar (glucose) in the blood. It is caused by either a deficiency in insulin production or a lack of sensitivity to insulin by the cells, leading to a disturbance in glucose metabolism. The condition affects millions of people worldwide, …
Read More »SGLT2 inhibitors: How They Work to Control Blood Sugar in Diabetes
Diabetes is a chronic condition characterized by high blood sugar levels caused by a deficiency or lack of insulin or resistance to insulin. This can lead to a range of complications, including cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, and nerve damage. SGLT2 inhibitors are a new class of drugs used to treat …
Read More »Type 2 Diabetes and Your Vision: Why It Pays to Be Proactive
As someone who has been living with type 2 diabetes since 1984, I have experienced my fair share of diabetes-related health issues. Although I have been able to manage my blood sugar levels relatively well, I have still encountered vision problems that I believe are connected to my diabetes. For …
Read More »The Importance of Reaching Out for Help with Type 2 Diabetes
As a person with type 2 diabetes, I know firsthand how challenging it can be to manage the condition, especially during those bad days or weeks when nothing seems to go right. It can be tempting to keep everything to ourselves, but not talking to someone can often cause more …
Read More »Coping with a Type 2 Diabetes Diagnosis
Being newly diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes can be overwhelming. While continuous glucose monitors and insulin pumps have revolutionized diabetes care, developing healthy lifestyle habits such as proper nutrition, regular exercise, and adequate sleep are still essential. Although diabetes educators, nutritionists, and physical trainers can provide guidance, the responsibility for …
Read More »Managing Diabetes 2 for Better Health
Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by high blood sugar levels due to a lack of insulin production or an inability to properly use insulin. Diabetes can lead to a host of health complications, including heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, and nerve …
Read More »Stem Cell Therapy for Diabetes: An Overview
Diabetes is a chronic metabolic disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by high levels of blood sugar (glucose) due to a deficiency in insulin production or a decreased ability to use insulin effectively. While there are various treatments for diabetes, stem cell therapy has emerged as …
Read More »Technological Advances in Diabetes
Technological advancements have played a significant role in managing type 1 and type 2 diabetes. These technologies have helped to improve the lives of those living with diabetes by making it easier to monitor blood sugar levels, administer insulin, and track overall health. One of the most significant technological advancements …
Read More »Should we be Categorizing Aging as a Disease?
Aging is a complex and multi-faceted process that affects nearly every aspect of human biology. While it is a natural part of life, the effects of aging can be devastating, leading to an increased risk of chronic diseases, disability, and death. In recent years, there has been a growing movement …
Read More »The Many Uses of Metformin. Is it a Wonder Drug?
Metformin was originally discovered in 1922 by a French physician by the name of Jean Sterne. Studies of the drug in humans began in the 1950’s. Metformin was introduced in France as a medication in 1957, then in the United States it was first approved by the FDA in 1995. …
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