With diabetes, your body doesn’t make enough insulin or can’t use it as well as it should. When there isn’t enough insulin or cells stop responding to insulin, too much blood sugar stays in your bloodstream. Over time, that can cause serious health problems, such as heart disease, vision loss, and kidney disease.
It is said that snacks makeup about ten percent of the American diet and, for some, even more. The International (IFIC) Food Information Council, in a 2020 survey, found that forty percent of the participants used snacks to replace meals, and twenty-five percent stated they consume two or more snacks throughout their day. Unfortunately, many … Read more
If someone is asked to describe their health, they’ll usually say that they’re diabetic. Most people don’t mention whether they have type one or two diabetes. Both conditions cause the body to struggle with glucose storage and usage. Glucose is used by the body to create energy, and diabetics have an impaired ability to collect … Read more
As we slowly and gracefully navigate through our Golden Years, life continues to present unpleasant surprise twists and turns with declining health. So one day, you feel pretty good, and the next day you don’t. Take Ms. Ruthie, a 64-year-old Hairstylist with type 2 diabetes. Her once vibrant and successful 35-year career in hair care … Read more
Laura’s routine blood work came back with unexpected results. She had type 2 diabetes. Sitting in the doctor’s office, she began to wonder what lifestyle changes she’d need to make. Over 30 million Americans have diabetes. If you are a loved one who was recently diagnosed with diabetes, let us help. This comprehensive guide will go … Read more
Have you been wondering what the symptoms, signs, and complications of Type 2 diabetes are? In this Senior Affair article, we break down ten crucial facts. Type 2 Diabetes can affect people of all ages. Unfortunately, it’s easy to miss the early symptoms, so sometimes, people won’t even know they have a condition. The estimates … Read more
What is Diabetes? What Are the Signs to Look For? A metabolic disorder in which hyperglycemia remains for an extended period in the body These symptoms characterize the condition: Increase in thirst Frequent urination Increase in appetite Chronic loss of body weight If the condition is left untreated, different complications may occur. The complications include … Read more
