What is Diabetes Mellitus ? Diabetes mellitus, also commonly referred to as diabetes is a chronic, lifelong condition that affects ability of your body to use the energy derived from food. There are about three primary kinds of diabetes that people suffer from:
Type 1 Diabetes
Type 2 Diabetes
Gestational Diabetes
All types of diabetes mellitus have something in common. Normally, your body breaks down the sugars and carbohydrates you consume into a special sugar referred to as glucose. Glucose works towards fuelling your body cells. However,...
Thursday, June 20, 2013
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Testing
blood glucose on a regular basis is the base for effective diabetes
management. However, readings may fluctuate based on the amount of
insulin, diet regime, and exercise one indulges in at any given point
of time. Many people across the globe have started integrating the
regime of using continuous monitoring devices at home. However, many
still shirk away from their glucose testing obligation. But this
perception towards diabetes testing should be avoided.
The
Glucose Meters can help you and your doctor assess the
fluctuations in glucose...
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Health
care practitioners usually recommend their patients to keep a check
glucose levels regularly. In fact, this is an obligatory routine
diabetics must maintain at any cost. Doctors prepare a schedule for
patients wherein they mention perfect diet, exercise regimen, and
treatment to help maintain a healthy body. The schedule is based on
glucose readings. This means that the patient needs to be comfortable
with the idea of self testing glucose levels in the body. Blood Test for Sugar is not a difficult process as one can do it within
the privacy...
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Once
you have bought a blood glucose monitor to keep tabs on your blood
glucose levels, it is time you find out the best compatible Diabetes Glucose Meter Strips. Also known as Diabetic Test Strips
or Blood Sugar Test Strips, these tools contain chemicals that
can react with the glucose present in your blood sample. Once you
place a sample on the test strip, you should insert the strip into
the monitor. This will give you results. Remember that each strip is
used only once. They should be discarded soon after use. This also
means you need to...
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According
to a research, it has been proved that about 4.5 million people in
India are victims of diabetes. The major reason behind this is
irregular meal, stress, and a sedentary lifestyle. The disease is
basically associated to metabolic wherein carbohydrates oxidation and
glucose is not completely detected.
How
important is a Diabetes Diet Chart for patients to lead
healthy and happy life?
Meal
plan of diabetic patient plays crucial role in maintaining blood
glucose levels in the body. The doctor plans a diabetes diet chart
based on the...
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Diet
plays an important role in a diabetic’s life. Since all that we eat
can affect the level of glucose in our body, it is important to take
care of all that is included in daily diet. Here is a sample Diabetes Diet plan for a diabetic patient:
Diabetes
Diet Plan
Morning
6
a.m. – Take ½ teaspoon fenugreek powder + water.
7
a.m. – A cup of sugar free tea and a mary biscuit.
8.30
a.m. A plate upma or oatmeal and half bowl sprouted grains. Have a
cup of low fat milk without sugar
10.30
a.m. A fruit or low fat buttermilk, or lemon water
Afternoon
1
p.m....
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Diabetics
need a blood glucose meter. This is a small computerized device that
is used to measure and display blood glucose level in the body. Many
factors such as dietary habits, lifestyle, physical activities,
stress, medications, and many other factors can affect your blood
glucose level. Using a blood glucose meter always help in managing
diabetes via tracking fluctuations caused due to these factors.
Varied
types of monitor blood glucose devices are available in
India, these days. It is important to choose one that fits your needs
and...
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