diabetes,symptoms and management

The 15 early sighs of diabetes you should never Ignore

2026-10-21T22:00:00.000-07:00

Diabetes is a health condition that affects how the body regulates blood glucose, also called blood sugar. Glucose is an important source of energy, but too much glucose in the blood over time can damage different parts of the body. Recognising the warning signs of diabetes can help people seek medical attention early. Some people experience noticeable symptoms, while others may have diabetes without knowing it. In this article, we explain 15 possible warning signs of diabetes, why they occur, and when to seek medical advice. What Is Diabetes? Diabetes is a condition in which blood glucose levels become too high because the body does not produce enough insulin or cannot use insulin effectively. Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas. It helps glucose move from the bloodstream into the body's cells. The main types of diabetes include Type 1 diabetes, Type 2 diabetes, and gestational diabetes, which develops during pregnancy. 15 Early Signs of Diabetes 1. Frequent Urination One possible sign of diabetes is urinating more frequently than usual, particularly at night. When blood glucose becomes too high, the kidneys may remove some of the excess glucose through urine. This can increase the amount of urine produced. 2. Excessive Thirst Frequent urination can cause the body to lose more water than usual. As a result, the person may feel unusual thirsty even after drinking water. 3. Increased Hunger Some people with diabetes feel hungry more often than usual. This can happen when the body cannot use glucose effectively to meet its energy needs. 4. Unexplained Weight Loss Losing weight can be a warning sign, particularly when accompanied by excessive thirst and frequent urination. When the body cannot use glucose properly, it may begin breaking down fat and muscle for energy. 5. Persistent Tiredness High blood glucose can be associated with fatigue and a lack of energy. However, tiredness has many possible causes, so it should not automatically be assumed to mean diabetes. 6. Blurred Vision High blood glucose can affect the fluid balance in the eyes, temporarily changing it.Although Persistent or sudden changes in vision require medical assessment. 7. Slow-Healing Wounds Some people with diabetes notice that cuts, sores, and other wounds take longer to heal. High blood glucose can affect circulation, immune function, and the body's ability to repair damaged tissue. 8. Frequent Infections Diabetes can increase the risk of certain infections, including some skin, urinary tract, and yeast infections. Repeated infections may be a reason to discuss blood glucose testing with a healthcare professional. 9. Tingling in the Hands or Feet Some people experience tingling, burning, numbness, or pain in their hands or feet. These symptoms can occur when diabetes damages nerves, although other conditions can cause similar problems. 10. Dry Skin Dry or itchy skin may occur in people with diabetes. Possible contributing factors include dehydration and changes in circulation. Dry skin alone does not establish that someone has diabetes. 11. Darkened Skin Around the Neck Dark, thickened patches of skin around the neck, armpits, or groin can sometimes be associated with insulin resistance. This condition is called acanthosis nigricans. It does not confirm diabetes, but a healthcare professional may recommend further assessment. 12. Numbness in the Feet Reduced sensation in the feet can develop when diabetes affects peripheral nerves. Anyone experiencing new or worsening numbness should seek medical advice, particularly if there are foot wounds. 13. Recurrent Gum Problems Diabetes may increase the risk of gum disease and other oral health problems. Bleeding gums, swollen gums, and persistent mouth problems should be assessed by a dental professional. 14. Irritability or Difficulty Concentrating Changes in blood glucose can sometimes affect concentration, mood, and general wellbeing. These symptoms have many possible causes and cannot diagnose diabetes on their own. 15. No Noticeable Symptoms One important fact is that Type 2 diabetes can develop without obvious symptoms. Some people discover they have diabetes only after a blood test or during a routine medical examination. This is why appropriate screening is important for people who may be at increased risk. How Can Diabetes Be Confirmed? Symptoms alone cannot confirm diabetes. A healthcare professional can recommend blood tests, such as: Fasting plasma glucose. HbA1c, which reflects average blood glucose over approximately two to three months. An oral glucose tolerance test, when appropriate. The correct test and interpretation depend on the person's circumstances. A healthcare professional should explain the results and whether further testing is needed. When Should You Seek Medical Help? Arrange a medical assessment if you experience persistent excessive thirst, frequent urination, unexplained weight loss, or other possible signs of diabetes. Seek emergency medical care if you experience vomiting, abdominal pain, deep or rapid breathing, severe dehydration, confusion, or unusual drowsiness, especially when accompanied by symptoms of high blood glucose. These may indicate a serious emergency such as diabetic ketoacidosis. Can Diabetes Be Prevented? Type 1 diabetes cannot currently be prevented through established lifestyle measures. For many people at risk of Type 2 diabetes, regular physical activity, a balanced diet, maintaining a healthy weight where appropriate, and attending recommended health checks can help reduce risk. People who already have diabetes should work with their healthcare team to manage blood glucose and reduce the risk of complications. No single food, herb, or natural remedy has been established as a cure for diabetes. Conclusion Recognising possible signs of diabetes can help people seek medical advice earlier. Frequent urination, excessive thirst, unexplained weight loss, fatigue, and blurred vision are among the symptoms worth discussing with a healthcare professional. However, some people have no obvious symptoms. Appropriate blood testing remains essential for diagnosis. If you are concerned about diabetes, speak with a qualified healthcare professional rather than relying on symptoms or home remedies alone. Medical disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment

2020-04-27T23:48:00.000-07:00

Why is it necessary to have blood glucose test?

Measuring your blood glucose levels allows you and your doctor to know if you have, or are at risk for, developing diabetes.

After you eat, the level of glucose in the blood rises sharply. The pancreas responds by releasing enough insulin to manage the increase level of glucose. Moving the glucose out of the bloodstream into the cells. This helps to bring the blood glucose to normal.

When is a person said to be at risk for or developing diabetes?

- If a person has diabetes, two situation may cause the blood sugar to increase.

- The pancreas does not make enough insulin.

- The insulin does not work properly, as a result of either of these situation, the blood sugar level remains high a condition called hyperglycemia or diabetes mellitus.

SOLUTION

Is your pancreas not making enough insulin? Or is it that your insulin does not work properly? Resulting in making your blood sugar level high and you have tried various ways to bring it under control yet no marked result. Just like what happened at the pool, which is called in Hebrew tongue BETHESDA for an angel went down at a certain season into the pool and troubled the water, whomsoever then first after the troubling of the water stepped in was made whole of whatsoever disease he had. And a certain mam was there, which had an infirmity thirty and eight years, the bible said that immediately Jesus saw him he knew he had been in the case for long. And asked him would you be made whole? The sick man answered him, sir I have no man, when the water was troubled, to put me into the pool, but while I am coming another stepped down into the pool before me. Jesus said unto him rise up take thy bed and walk. Immediately the man was made whole< john 5:1-9>.I don’t know how long you have suffered from diabetes, how many drugs or products, you have used trying to bring your blood glucose under control but no marked difference, but today if you can come to Jesus, repenting from every known and unknown sin, confessing your doubt, unbelief, weakness, calling upon God for mercy. In gospel of John chapter 5:24, it reads “Most assuredly, I say to you he who hears my word and believes in him who sent me has everlasting life, and shall not come into judgment, but has passed from death to life.” I am assuring you, if you can believe today, God will transform you from death to life, from high blood glucose level to a normal blood glucose level, that is, from sickness to sound health or whatever challenge you are passing through, is it corona virus (COVID- 19), he is going to turn you to COVID- 19 free. If you believe begin to confess it out now! That you have passed from death to life, from sickness to sound health and that you now have power over sin, sickness and Satan. John 1:12,that is power of son-ship. And continue to confess it, because confession bring possession. And I give you 3 day after reading this message go for a test ! You will see that GOD “ healing power as of old is working presently.

For more counselling & prayer, you can mail to – Divineappoitment@gmail.com

GOD HAS THE ANSWER

2020-04-21T03:53:00.000-07:00

Know that God has the answer to any problem you are passing through today.What think you? He that created herbs,medicines, can't heal?.A brother gave testimony on how God healed him of diabetes. He said for a period of six years, he was battling with this terrible case of diabetes. He urinates up to six times before day break. Until he came to The Lords Chosen Charismatic Revival Ministries for solution and according to him ,he said that the G.O was ministering in prayers that same day , he cancelled the constant urinating, and immediately the sickness was cancelled he became normal again. What you need is to reconcile with God. repent from your sins, asking God to forgive your sin. And make Jesus Christ your personal lord and saviour and this will usher you into the store house of God and you will begin to access as many products as you need - salvation, deliverance, healing, mercy of God, favour of God ,miracle e.t.c

To stay save from cancer, you must say YES or NO to this things

2017-07-19T23:44:00.000-07:00

1. No to refined oil
2. No to milks of animal origin (e.g. nido.)
3. No to cubes
4. No to the consumption of the gasified juices of the different breweries (32 pieces of sugar per liter)
5. No refined sugars
6. No Microwave
7. No to mammography before delivery but echomamaire
8. No to too tight bras going to or after returning from work
9. No alcohol
10. No for reheating frozen meals
11. No to the conservation of water in the refrigerator in plastic bottles ...
12. All contraceptive pills are not good because they change the woman's homonal system and give cancer.
13. Deodorants are dangerous especially when used after shaving.
14. Breast-feeding women are less likely to have breast cancer than none breast-feeding women.
15. Cancer cells eat mainly sugar, everything is synthetic sugar even brown.
16. A cancer patient who suppresses sugar in his diet sees his disease regressed and can live long: sugar = deadly enemy.
17. A glass of beer stays 5 hours in the body and during this time the organs of the system are operating at idle speed.

* Yes to: *

1. Vegetables
2. Honey in measured quantities in place of sugar
3. Vegetable proteins such as beans versus meat
4. Two glasses of water on an empty stomach before brushing teeth, water kept in the room having the same temperature as we woke up
5. Unheated Meals
6. Anti cancer juice: aloe vera + ginger + parsley + celery + promaline (middle of the pineapple) mix and drink on an empty stomach.
7. Other anti-cancer juice: corossol (seedless) + promaline.
8. Eat the raw or cooked carrot or juice each day.

* Just to share this information *
• The association of American doctors has given answers to the cause of cancer
1. Do not drink hot tea in a plastic cup.
2. Do not eat anything hot in a paper or plastic bag. Example: potato (fried).
3. Do not cook microwavable foods using plastic material

As a reminder :
When plastic is in contact with heat, this creates chemicals that can cause 52 types of cancer.

This message is better than 100 unnecessary SMS.
Inform your loved ones in order to be free from these effects.

⚠ Avoid drinking Coca Cola on pineapple or after you have eaten pineapple as a dessert.
Do not mix pineapple juice with Cocacola.
This mixture is deadly! People are dying there and they mistakenly believe that they were poisoned .... They were victims of their ignorance of this fatal cocktail!

Sms to share with loved ones.
May God preserve us
* Please read and transmit. *

Dr. Richard from the United States.
Share this message with your loved ones.
Important Health Tips:
👉 Answer calls to the left ear.
👉 Do not take your medication with cold water ....
👉 Do not eat heavy meals after 5 pm.
👉 Drink more water in the morning, less at night.
👉 Best sleep time is 10pm - 4am.
👉 Do not lie down immediately after taking medication or meals.
👉 When your phone's battery is low at the last bar, do not answer the phone, because the radiation is 1000 times more powerful.
👉 Can you pass this on to the people you love?
I just did, the kindness costs nothing ...

A new treatment method for diabetes !

2016-10-19T07:16:00.000-07:00

Most people with diabetes will likely have wound that takes an eternity to heal. This is a common problems for people with diabetes.
But a new study this week revealed that new treatment methods could be on the horizon.
German researchers made a discovery that involves the role of insulin metabolism at the site of a wound, and now aim to develop drugs that activate insulin metabolism, which would increase the speed and efficiency of wound healing.
It is particularly important for people with diabetes to monitor foot wounds, which can lead to complications such as foot ulcers if not properly treated.
Foot ulcers, which can be caused by cuts, grazes and blisters, can affect up to 1 in 10 with the condition. If you have diabetes, foot care should be made a key part of your everyday routine. Foot ulcers are a leading cause of amputation which is why it is important to check your feet for any signs of damage and notify your doctor if there is.
If you have a wound on another part of your body that is taking a long time to heal or showing signs of infection, be sure to see your doctor
Earlier this year a naw treatment called maggot debridement therapy was found to have benefits for wound healing, while a study investigating the cause of slow wound healing in diabetes reported that the presence of fungi within wounds can be associated with longer healing times.
Also keeping good control of blood glucose levels can reduce the risk of slow healing wounds.

HOW WELL DOES YOUR BODY USE GLUCOSE?

2015-07-14T05:36:00.001-07:00

AFTER A MEAL BLOOD GLUCOSE RISES AND THEN DROP BACK TO NORMAL.
WHAT ACTUALLY HAPPENS IS THAT A HORMONE CALLED INSULIN HAD CARRIED THE SUGAR INTO CELLS,WHERE IT CAN BE USED AS FUEL.
BLOOD SUGAR OR BLOOD GLUCOSE THEN GRADUALLY DROPS BACK TO NORMAL
.HOW WELL DOES YOUR BODY USES GLUCOSE?
THIS WILL SHOW IN THE WAY YOUR BLOOD SUGAR RETURN BACK TO NORMAL.
THE BLOOD SUGAR LEVEL THAT REMAINS HIGHER THAN NORMAL SIGNAL TWO PROBLEMS :
1.YOUR CELLS ARE" STARVING"THAT IS YOU ARE NOT USING GLUCOSE WELL.
2.DROP IN THE ABILITY TO REGULATE BLOOD FLOW :THIS IS BECAUSE THE EXTRA GLUCOSE CIRCULATING IN THE BLOOD CAN DAMAGE THE CELLS, EYES,KIDNEY,NERVE,HEART AND BLOOD VESSELS.
A NEW STUDY BY SCIENTISTS AT HARVARD MEDICAL SCHOOL HAS FOUND PEOPLE WITH TYPE 2 DIABETES LOSE BRAIN POWER AS THEIR ABILITY TO REGULATE BLOOD SUGAR LEVELS DROP RESULTING IN MEMORY LOSS AND A DECLINE IN COGNITIVE FUNCTION.

TYPE-2 DIABETES MAY PAY CLOSER ATTENTION TO THEIR SLEEP HABITS

2012-08-19T07:02:00.002-07:00

SLEEP IS A METABOLICALLY ACTIVE STATE, THAT INFLUENCES GLUCOSE METABOLISM ,AND TRIGGERS OR INHIBITS THE RELEASE OF VARIOUS HORMONES

A LOT OF ACTIVITY TAKES PLACE WHILE WE ARE ASLEEP, LACK OF SLEEP HAS BEEN SHOWN TO RESULT IN DECREASED GLUCOSE TOLERANCE AND INSULIN SENSITIVITY,AS WELL AS INCREASE CONCENTRATIONS OF CORTISOL, THE " FIGHT OR FLIGHT" HORMONE THAT CAN ACTIVATE FAT STORAGE AND TRIGGER GLUCOSE RELEASE.LESS SLEEP ALSO INCREASE LEVELS OF GHRELIN WHICH STIMULATES HUNGER,WHILE DEPRESSING LEVELS OF LEPTIN WHICH TENDS TO DAMPEN APPETITE.

RESEARCHERS FROM THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO REVIEWED THE SCIENTIFIC LITERATURE RELATED TO SLEEP AND WEIGHT "THEY CONCLUDE THAT RECENT FINDINGS FROM POPULATION HEALTH STUDIES AND LABORATORY EVIDENCE ,FAVORS THE ASSOCIATION BETWEEN SLEEP LOSS AND INCREASED RISK OF OBESITY.IF TOO LITTLE SLEEP ARE RISK FACTOR FOR DEVELOPING OBESITY,PEOPLE WITH A FAMILY HISTORY OF TYPE - 2 DIABETES MAY NEED TO PAY CLOSER ATTENTION TO THEIR SLEEP HABITS,ACCORDING TO THE FINDINGS FROM THE SAME UNIVERSITY REPORTED THAT THOSE WITH POORER SLEEP HABIT EXHIBITED INCREASED HUNGER, AND MORE UNCONTROLLED AND EMOTIONAL EATING.THESE FINDINGS SUGGEST THAT REDUCED SLEEP QUALITY MAY BE INDICATOR OF PROBLEM EATING PATTERNS IN PEOPLE AT HIGH RISK OF TYPE 2- DIABETES.

SOURCE: GNLD LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE

THE EFFECT OF AQUEOUS EXTRACT OF THE LEAVES OF FLUTED PUMPKN (TELFAIRIA OCCIDENTALIS) ON BLOOD GLUCOSE ,HAEMATOLOGICAL INDICES AND SPERM PARAMETERS

2012-08-06T01:28:00.000-07:00

THE RESEARCHERS FROM DEPARTMENT OF BIOCHEMISTRY UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA NNSUKA ,ENUGU STATE AND DEPARTMENT OF BIOCHEMISTRY MICHAEL OKPALA UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE ,UMUDIKE ABIA STATE . STUDIED THE EFFECT OF THE AQUEOUS EXTRACT OF THE LEAVES OF TELFAIRIA OCCIDENTALIS [FLUTED PUMPKIN] ON SOME HAEMATOLOGICAL INDICES , SPERM PARAMETERS AND BLOOD GLUCOSE IN MALE ALBINO RATS. THE EXPERIMENT WAS DIVIDED INTO TWO PARTS. IN THE FIRST PART, 12 MALE RATS WERE DIVIDED INTO TWO GROUPS OF SIX RATS EACH. GROUP 1 RATS SERVED AS CONTROL AND WERE GIVEN TO ML/KG OF NORMAL SALINE WHILE THE GROUP 2 RATS WERE TREATED WITH 200MG/KG OF THE AQUEOUS EXTRACT FOR TWO WEEK. AT THE END OF THE TREATMENT PERIOD, HAEMATOLOGICAL INDICES [PACKED CELL VOLUME, HAEMOGLOBIN CONCENTRATION, RED AND WHITE BLOOD CELL COUNTS],SPERM PARAMETERS [SPERM MOTILITY,VIABILITY AND COUNTS] AND BLOOD GLUCOSE WERE DETERMINED.

IN THE SECOND PART OF THE EXPERIMENT, 24 MALE RATS WERE DIVIDED INTO FOUR GROUPS OF SIX RAT EACH. GROUP 1 RATS SERVED AS CONTROL WHILE GROUPS 2,3 AND 4 RATS WERE GIVEN 200MG/KG OF THE EXTRACT FOR 5,7 AND 14 DAYS, RESPECTIVELY. HAEMATOLOGICAL INDICES WERE DETERMINED IN THESE RATS AT THE END OF THE TREATMENT. THE RESULTS SHOWED THAT T.OCCIDENTALIS SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASED ALL THE HAEMATOLOGICAL INDICIE AND SPERM PARAMETERS: IN CONTRACT, HOWEVER, THE EXTRACT SIGNIFICANTLY REDUCED THE BLOOD GLUCOSE LEVELS. THE RESULT ALSO SHOWED THAT THE INCREASE IN THE HAEMOTOLOGICAL INDICES STARTED AFTER THE SEVENTH DAY OF TREATMENT.THE RESEACHER THEREFORE POINTED OUT THAT FOOD PREPARED WITH FRUTED PUMPKIN ( UGU ) IN IBO LEAVES AND SEEDS REDUCE BLOOD GLUCOSE LEVELS AND STOP CANCER

SOURCE:

THE GURDIANS,THURSDAY 2, 2012

WHAT IS GARCINIA KOLA ?

2012-07-17T20:09:00.000-07:00

Garcinia kola: The seeds of several plants have been used either wholly as a substitute for, or as adulterants of, true kola. All of these, however, lack the characteristic principles of the true kola. Among these plants is Garinia Kola (Heckel). The fruit of this plant is rarely found as an adulterant of kola, as their external features are entirely different. However, it bears the name of false kola, male kola, and bitter kola. It is highly esteemed by the native of Africa, though devoid of marked stimulant properties of true kola. Negroes chewed it as a powerful aphrodisiac and, as masticatory, they employ them in common colds. They contain tannin, colour matter, and a brown and a yellowish- white resin but no alkaloids (Harvey Wickes, 1898).

DIABETES CAN BENEFIT FROM MANGOSTEEN FRUIT

2012-06-25T21:41:00.002-07:00

A remarkable fruit from the SE Asia called Mangoteen, legendary for its health promoting powers!

Researchers have now unlocked the key secret to Mangosteen’s amazing benefits, a powerful, new class of super-antioxidants found in the rind (pericarp) of this delicious tasting fruit called Xanthones.

First discovered in India over 400 years ago and regarded as the national fruit of Thailand and Malaysia, the Mangosteen fruit contains 43 different Xanthones, each with its own unique health promoting properties, among them the ability to help reduce inflammation with no side effects according to several new clinical trials.

Now the subject of numerous studies and research, the remarkable benefits of the Mangosteen fruit and its Xanthones are now available in Africa for the first time ever!

Want to look better, feel better, have more energy, and improve your health? Now you can!

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HOW TO HAVE A GOOD SLEEPING HABIT

2012-06-14T20:25:00.000-07:00

Sleep is very important for our healthy growth, thinking and fast memory capabilities.Therefore for our good body , muscle , organ and brain performance we need quality sleep .And for us to stay healthy free of some chronic disease like diabetes ,hypertension or high blood pressure Heart failure etc ,we need good quality sleep.For an example in 2005, a study of over 1400 participants showed that participants who habitually slept few hours were more likely to have associations with Diabetes Type 2.If sleep is so important ,how can we correct our deprived sleep nature ? here are some way we can balance our sleep nature:

Pray and give all your burdens to the Lord. Pray that God will help you sleep well. The Bible says in Psalms 4: I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: For thou, Lord,only maketh me dwell in safety.
2

Exercise regularly
Exercise regularly: Exercise in the late afternoon or early evening but not within two hours of bedtime.
3

Bananas contain tryptophan
Eat sleep promoting foods: In the evening eat almonds,bananas, dates, figs, tuna, turkey or yogurt. These foods are high in tryptophan which promotes sleep.
4

What a feeling to get a massage!
Massage your entire body using essential oil: Prepare a massage oil by mixing 2 drops of valerian oil, 2 drops of lemon oil, 2 drops of chamomile oil, 2 drops of clary-sage oil and 2 drops of valerian. Use this prior to taking your essential oil bath. Massage over your entire body, you may need help from your husband or wife for this one.(Smile) :) There is nothing like your partner in life lending his/her hand to massage you when needed. Make sure the shoulders and neck are included.
5

Key is relaxation!
Take an essential oil bath: Essential oil can be used in a nice, warm and sensual bath. Mix 3 drops of clary-sage, 2 drops of vetiver, 1 drop of valerian and two drops of lavender oil in a bowl and then pour in a dropper bottle. Afterwards, place 3 drops per bath. Get in the tub, relax and read a book. Then go to bed. Repeat nightly or as needed.

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EFFECTS OF BITTER KOLA EXTRACT ON BLOOD GLUCOSE

2012-06-14T19:57:00.000-07:00

In this experiment, the aqueous bitter kola (Garcinia kola) extract was added to the plasma invitro.
The glucose concentration gotten was then compared with that of the normal blood glucose without the extract.
Test
Six tubes were lined and 100*l of plasma was put into each tubes. Into first three tubes was labelled 20*lE, 50*lE, 100*lE of extract. The second set of three test tubes was labelled 20*l NS,
50*l NS,100*lNS, of normal saline which acted as control.
In test tubes labelled for extract 20*l, 50*l and 100*l of the bitter kola extract was put respectively. The same was done to the normal saline. The tubes were shacked for content to mix. The timing device was set to 1 hour.
This allows a time for the extract to react with the blood glucose. At the end of one hour a blood glucose test was done (as described above). The values were calculated according. The time device set to another one hour, making the reaction time to be two hours. At the end of the two hours the blood glucose test were repeated and values calculated accordingly.

Bitter kola extract was found to have caused the decrease in the blood glucose level from 5.3± 0.3 to: 4.8± 0.1 mmol/L with a decrease of 9.4% using 20ml of extract, 4.6± 0.4mMol/L with a decrease of 13% using 50ml of extract, 3.9± 0.5 with 26% decrease in glucose concentration using 100ml of the extract. After 2 hours interval the glucose level was found to have dropped to: 5.0 ± 0.1 mMol/L with a decrease of 5.6% using 20ml of extract; 4.7 ± 0.4 mMol/L with a decrease of 11% using 50ml of extract, 4.2 ± 0.5 mMol/L with a decrease of 20% using 100ml of the extract reacting with the blood glucose . Indicating a drastic drop in the glucose level.

Source:A research project from Miriam aniakor{B.Sc.HONS.} in Biochemistry, September,2005.

Diabetes and effect between little sleep

2010-12-02T04:23:00.001-08:00

In 2005, a study of over 1400 participants showed that participants who habitually slept few hours were more likely to have associations with Diabetes Type 2. However, because this study was merely cor-relational, the direction of cause and effect between little sleep and diabetes is uncertain. The authors point to an earlier study which showed that experimental rather than habitual restriction of sleep resulted in impaired glucose tolerance (IGT).And new mothers sleep pattern are also very poor. .
Researcher Dr Hawley E. Montgomery-Downs, said the study challenges a central assumption about new mothers' typical sleep patterns.
She said that the general assumption had been that most new mothers are not getting enough hours of sleep so the advice on how to combat daytime fatigue has focused on countering sleep deprivation, such as nap when your baby naps.For detail go to http://en.wikipedia.org

Diabetes ! Can lead to decrease in perlecan levels

2010-12-02T03:17:00.001-08:00

Perlecan levels are decreased in many disease states - e.g., diabetes, atherosclerosis and arthritis. Perlecan has an important role in the maintenance of the glomerular filtration barrier. Decreased perlecan in the glomerular basement membrane has a central role in the development of diabetic albuminuria. Perlecan expression is down regulated by many atherogenic stimuli and thus Perlecan is thought to play a protective role in atherosclerosis. Diabetes and atherosclerosis are commonly associated syndromes. 80% of diabetes-associated deaths involve some form of atherosclerotic complication, and the basement membrane of endothelia has been implicated in the atherogenic process.Then what is Perlecan ?Heparan sulfate proteoglycan 2 (HSPG2), is a human gene which encodes the perlecan protein.
Perlecan is a large multidomain proteoglycan that binds to and cross-links many extracellular matrix (ECM) components and cell-surface molecules. Perlecan is synthesized by both vascular endothelial and smooth muscle cells and deposited in the extracellular matrix. Perlecan is highly conserved across species and the available data indicate that it has evolved from ancient ancestors by gene duplication and exon shuffling.

Synthesis of heparan sulfate was shown to decrease in the arteries of diabetics and in arteries developing atherosclerotic lesions. The mechanism by which heparan sulfate was downregulated in these lesions remained unknown for some time. One theory states that high glucose in circulation could lead to a decrease in GAG chain attachment to perlecan, but not necessarily a change in the synthetic pathway of the GAG chains or that of the core protein. After treatment of human aortic endothelial cells with high glucose medium, secreted perlecan contained less sulfate incorporation accompanied by less overall GAG chain incorporation. Although no signaling pathway is identified leading to this decrease in GAG chain incorporation, it is suggested that the 30% loss in overall glycosylation of the protein could mean loss of one of the three HS chains on perlecan in this model of diabetes-associated hyperglycemia. It is also noted that similar decreases in extracellular HS without a change in staining for the core protein chains occur in diabetic kidneys and in kidney cells in culture treated with high glucose.
SOURCE:http://en.wikipedia.org

ACHIEVE YOUR WEIGHT LOSS PLAN THROUGH INDIAN DIET PLAN

2010-11-30T02:00:00.000-08:00

Our Unique Indian Diet Plan:

Promotes healthy and sustained weight loss
Provides satiety so you don't binge on food
Ensures compliance as it is based on Indian dietary habits
Your BMI calculation indicates that you are overweight meaning that you are Above the range of weight associated with
lowest health risks.
You need to lose weight and for that we recommend that you follow our Weight Loss Diet.
As per your requirements and the menu chosen by you for yourself we have generated the following 14 day diet for you.
Once you start the diet, make sure you follow it for 2 weeks. You can take a break for 2 days and go back to the diet.
Keep A Few Things In Mind!
1. Remember that we give you a choice of two dishes. You can have any ONE of the two.
2. Do not eat to fill yourself. Take small portions and NEVER eat to fill your stomach. STOP
when you still have some space left in your stomach.
3. A recipe has been recommended for every dish. Follow the recipe as far as possible.
4. Keep a note of whatever you eat; even a biscuit. Remember, every bite counts!
5. We have planned 6 meals to keep you feeling full! DO NOT munch in between meals.
6. Drink up to 8 glasses of water everyday along with the diet
FOR MORE DETAIL GO TO www.desidieter.com/dietplans.html or click here to view the detail

Natural way to achieve weight loss (diets plan)

2010-11-29T03:56:00.002-08:00

Diets high in protein and a moderate amount of carbohydrate results in a greater amount of weight loss.
This is because protein provides more satiety and you do not feel hungry soon. This keeps you feeling full for long and makes it easier for you to stick to the diet.

Our Unique Rapid Loss Diet Ensures That

Calories are distributed throughout the day to provide satiety.
Calorie shifting principle provides rapid weight loss.

You can lose up to 4 Kg each time you stick to the Weight Loss Diet Plan

source:www.desidieter.com/diet-plans.html

DIET PLAN AND BLOOD GROUP

2010-11-29T03:26:00.001-08:00

your blood group might be the answer why you have not achieve your weight loss goals?
The basis of a Blood Group Diet lies on the fact that every Blood Group have a unique antigen marker. This antigen marker often responds badly with different types of foods which can lead to various health problems. Through diet designed especially for your Blood Group , you can improve the digestion and absorption of food more efficiently.
Peter D'Adamo who is a naturopathic physician advocates Blood Type Diet in his book Eat Right 4 Your Type. D'Adamo's says that ABO Blood Type is the most important factor in determining a healthy diet, and he also promotes distinct diets for people having different blood groups.
This diet works on the basis that the body has different reactions to food depending on a person's blood group.

Blood Type	Feature	Recommended
O	Supports High-Protein, Low-Carb Diet	Eat eggs, nuts, seeds, certain vegetables and fruits in moderation
A	Supports Vegetarian Diet	Eat mixture of vegetable, seeds beans and cereals. You can do great on wheat, idli, dosa, pasta, roti, bread, mung dal, channa dal, soya roti etc.
B	Least Dietary Restrictions	Most food groups including meat, dairy and vegetables
AB	Friendliest Immune System	Type B allows you to eat most foods, while type A suggests a vegetarian diet

SOURCE:www.desidieter.com

DIFFERENT DIETS AND MANAGEMENT DIABETES

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The Pritikin Diet consists of fruit, vegetables, whole grains, and so on, and is high in carbohydrates and roughage. The diet is accompanied by exercise.
G.I. Diet - lowering the glycemic index of one's diet can improve the control of diabetes. This includes avoidance of such foods as potatoes cooked in certain ways, and white bread, and instead favoring multi-grain and sourdough breads, legumes and whole grains—foods that are converted more slowly to glucose in the bloodstream.
Low Carb Diet - It has been suggested that the gradual removal of carbohydrates from the diet and replacement with fatty foods such as nuts, seeds, meats, fish, oils, eggs, avocados, olives, and vegetables may help reverse diabetes. Fats would become the primary calorie source for the body, and complications due to insulin resistance would be minimized. However, it's vitally important that such a diet be low in saturated fats. The American Diabetes Association explains: "saturated fat raises blood cholesterol. High blood cholesterol is a risk factor for heart disease. People with diabetes have more frequent heart disease.
High fiber diet - It has been shown that a high fiber diet works better than the diet recommended by the American Diabetes Association in controlling diabetes, and may control blood sugar levels with the same efficacy as oral diabetes drugs.
Paleolithic diet - The Paleolithic diet has been shown to improve glucose tolerance in humans with diabetes type 2, humans with ischemic heart disease and glucose intolerance, and in healthy pigs.What is paleolithic diet according to wikipadea The modern dietary regimen known as the Paleolithic diet (abbreviated paleo diet or paleodiet), also popularly referred to as the caveman diet, Stone Age diet and hunter-gatherer diet, is a nutritional plan based on the presumed ancient diet of wild plants and animals that various human species .. These are a limited number of studies in a limited number of subjects, but the knowledge about the benefits of the Paleolithic diet in diabetes is emerging. The scientific foundation for the Paleolithic diet and the relationship between what humans eat and diseases of the western world (including diabetes, hypertension, obesity, ischemic heart disease, stroke) is the subject of a comprehensive textbook, which is geared towards both professionals and interested laypeople alike, and which spans over 2000 reference

SOURCE:FROM WIKIPEDEA

management of diabetes mellitus with diet(diettary fiber)

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There is much controversy regarding what diet to recommend to sufferers of diabetes mellitus. The diet most often recommended is high in dietary fiber, especially soluble fiber, but low in fat (especially saturated fat). Recommendations of the fraction of total calories to be obtained from carbohydrate intake range from 1/6 to 75% – a 2006 review found recommendations varying from 40 to 65%.^[1] Patients may be encouraged to reduce their intake of carbohydrates that have a high glycemic index (GI), although this is also controversial.^[2] (In cases of hypoglycemia, they are advised to have food or drink that can raise blood glucose quickly, followed by a long-acting carbohydrate (such as rye bread) to prevent risk of further hypoglycemia.) But others question the usefulness of the glycemic index and recommend high-GI foods like potatoes and rice.

source:Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

A MEAL PLAN FOR DIEBETES

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intake affects the body's need for insulin and insulin's ability to lower blood sugar, diet is the cornerstone of diabetes treatment. Today, diabetes experts no longer recommend a single meal plan for all people with diabetes. Instead, they recommend meal plans that are flexible and take into account a person's lifestyle and particular health needs. The American Diabetes Association recommends that people with diabetes consult a registered dietitian to design a meal plan.

A Healthy Meal Plan

By following the government's Dietary Guidelines for Americans, you can promote your health and reduce your risk for chronic diseases such as heart disease, certain types of cancer, diabetes, stroke, and osteoporosis. These diseases are leading causes of death and disability among Americans. Good diets can also reduce major risk factors for chronic disease-such as obesity, high blood pressure, and high blood cholesterol. Your food choices, your lifestyle, your environment, and your family history all affect your well-being. It is important for everyone to follow the 10 Dietary Guidelines listed below. If you are at higher risk of having a chronic disease, it is especially important.

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans include the following:

AIM FOR FITNESS . . .

--Aim for a healthy weight.
--Be physically active each day. Some people with diabetes use the Exchange Lists for Meal Planning. This system, established by the American Dietetic and American Diabetes associations, separates foods into six categories based on their nutritional makeup. People following this plan choose a set number of servings from each category daily, depending on their nutritional needs.

The Food Guide Pyramid

The Food Guide Pyramid can help you put the Dietary Guidelines into action. The pyramid illustrates the research-based food guidance developed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and supported by the Department of Health and Human Services. It is based on USDA's research on what foods Americans eat, what nutrients are in these foods, and how to make the best food choices to promote good health. It outlines what to eat each day, but it is not a rigid prescription. You can use it as a general guide in choosing a healthful diet that is right for you. The pyramid calls for eating a variety of foods to get the nutrients you need, and, at the same time, the right amount of calories to maintain a healthy weight.

Using the food label to help with food choices

Under regulations from the Food and Drug Administration of the Department of Health and Human Services and the Food Safety and Inspection Service of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the food label offers more complete, useful and accurate nutrition information than ever before.

With today's food labels, consumers get

--nutrition information about almost every food in the grocery store
--distinctive, easy-to-read formats that enable consumers to more quickly find the information they need to make healthful food choices
--information on the amount per serving of saturated fat, cholesterol, dietary fiber, and other nutrients of major health concern
--nutrient reference values, expressed as % Daily Values, that help consumers see how a food fits into an overall daily diet
--uniform definitions for terms that describe a food's nutrient content--such as "light," "low-fat," and "high-fiber"--to ensure that such terms mean the same for any product on which they appear
--claims about the relationship between a nutrient or food and a disease or health-related condition, such as calcium and osteoporosis, and fat and cancer. These are helpful for people who are concerned about eating foods that may help keep them healthier longer.
--standardized serving sizes that make nutritional comparisons of similar products easier
--declaration of total percentage of juice in juice drinks. This enables consumers to know exactly how much juice is in a product.
Begin with the Nutrition Facts panel, usually on the side or back of the package. The Nutrition Facts panel has two parts: The main or top section, which contains product-specific information (serving size, calories, and nutrient information) that varies with each food product; and the bottom part, which contains a footnote. This footnote is only on larger packages and provides general dietary information about important nutrients.

Several features of the Nutrition Panel help people with diabetes manage their diets. First of all, serving sizes now are more uniform among similar products and reflect the amounts people actually eat. The similarity makes it easier to compare the nutritional qualities of related foods. People who use the Exchange Lists should be aware that the serving size on the label may not be the same as that in the Exchange Lists. For example, the label serving size for orange juice is 8 fluid ounces (240 milliliters). In the exchange lists, the serving size is 4 ounces (one-half cup) or 120 mL. So, a person who drinks one cup of orange juice has used two fruit
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THE EFFECT OF BITTER KOLA EXTRACT ON BLOOD GLUCOSE 2

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     In this experiment, the aqueous bitter kola   extract was added to the plasma invitro.
    The glucose concentration gotten was then compared with that of the normal blood glucose without the extract.
Test
    Six tubes were lined and 100*l of plasma was put into each tubes. Into first three tubes was labelled 20*lE, 50*lE, 100*lE of extract. The second set of three test tubes was labelled 20*l NS,
50*l NS,100*lNS, of normal saline which acted as control.
    In test tubes labelled for extract 20*l, 50*l and 100*l of the bitter kola extract was put respectively. The same was done to the normal saline. The tubes were shacked for content to mix. The timing device was set to 1 hour.
    This allows a time for the extract to react with the blood glucose. At the end of one hour a blood glucose test was done (as described above). The values were calculated according. The time device set to another one hour, making the reaction time to be two hours. At the end of the two hours the blood glucose test were repeated and values calculated accordingly.

DIABETES ON THE INCREESE AND WAY OUT

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A person with diabetes has a condition in which the quantity of glucose in the blood is too elevated(hyperglycemia).this is because the body either does not produces insulin, or has cells that do not responds normally to insulin .THE WAY OUT ARE:

Preventing the condition from occurring by following this healthy tips: Eating more green leave vegetables like spinach,cabbage and bitter leave
. Diet rich in vitamins such as vitamin C and vitamin E can help to prevent diabetes from occurring.
A fish a day may help keep Diabetes away!Research has found that diets rich in omega -3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) ARE LINKED TO LOWER HEART DISEASE ,therefore increases the performance of such organ like pancreas that produces insulin.

Diabetes

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GLUCOSE TOLERANCE AND DIABETES
Glucose tolerance is indicated by the nature of the blood glucose curve following the administration of a test amount of glucose.
Type 1 diabetes (insulin- dependent diabetes mellitus )
This is characterized by decreased glucose tolerance due to decrease secretion of insulin in response to the glucose challenge. This is manifested by elevated blood glucose levels hypeglycemia and glycosuria and may be accompanied by changes in fat metabolism. Tolerance to glucose declines not only in type 1 diabetes but in type 2 diabetes.
Type 2 diabetes mellitus (non- insulin- dependent diabetes,
mellitus; NIDDM);
This occurs, when your pancreas doesn’t produce enough insulin due to liver damaged; and in some infections. This often associated with obesity and raised level of plasma free fatty acids; under the influence of some drugs; the patient is usually over 40 years of age.
CONTROLLING OF DIABETES MELLITUS

The renal threshold for glucose is usually raised in a diabetic mellitus patient. The presence of glycosuria is frequently an indication of diabetes mellitus.
Type 2 (non-insulin- dependent) diabetic mellitus:
Drugs such as tolbutamide stimulate insulin release by a mechanism different from that employed by glucose and have achieved widespread use in the treatment of type 2 ( non- insulin -dependent) diabetes mellitus. A receptor that binds this class of drugs has recently been cloned from the pancreatic B cells. This receptor is closely linked to the ATP sensitive k+ channels, this many explain the mechanism of action of this important class of drugs (Harper’s 25th edition pp 614).

Risks associated with diabetes.

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If diabetes is not controlled adequately the patient has a higher risks of developing complications such as hypoglycemia,ketoacidosis and nonketotic hypersosmolar coma.longer term complication could be cardiovascular disease retinal damage ,chronic kidney failure,nerve damage ,poor healing of wounds etc.

New hope for diabetes: American bio engineers have demonstrated that an in planted wireless glucose sensor with potential to transform the management of diabetes has passed a crucial test ;the device they developed worked continuously in animals for

a year.
Source of information:

medical news today.
Centers for disease control and prevention,Wikipedia ,
NHS direct, university of California(San Diego).