The Diabetes Club

Here Is How Memory Loss and Diabetes Are Connected

Emilia — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 08:00:11 +0000

Many scientific studies have shown a relationship that diabetes can affect memory loss. Thus, it is not a surprise to see a new study confirming a relationship between diabetes and cognitive functions. The risk for diabetics is that poor blood sugar control damages blood vessels in the brain as well as in the rest of [...]

Tu Corazón Necesita la Dieta Mediterránea

Emilia — Fri, 18 May 2012 22:34:40 +0000

Como seguir un estilo de vida saludable

Vivir una vida al estilo Mediterráneo tiene muchos beneficios, como ha sido probado por la investigación científica. Ahora usted puede aplicar a su vida este estilo saludable siguiendo esta guía útil y entretenida que incluye consejos y recetas. Este libro es tan fácil leer y aplicar que usted no se dará cuenta de que está aprendiendo a comer para tener una vida sana. “Su Corazón Necesita la Dieta Mediterránea” se recomienda a cualquier persona que quiera hacer cambios para llevar un estilo de vida saludable.

El Libro de la Dieta Mediterránea

¿Corre Ud. el Riesgo de Desarrollar Diabetes Mellitus?

Emilia — Fri, 18 May 2012 22:34:03 +0000

Si usted tiene alguien en su familia que padece diabetes tipo 2, tambien conocida como diabetes mellitus, alta presión, o el nivel de colesterol alto, hay posibilidades de que usted también desarrolle estas enfermedades en algún momento de su vida. Pero recuerde que el factor genético solo contribuye en un 20 por ciento a que [...]

Food Calories Is What Counts at the End of the Day

Emilia — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 18:09:03 +0000

You may be selective with the foods you eat, and that’s great. But the main area you want to pay attention to when placing food on your plate is the portion of the food. Why? Because food calorie intake is the main cause of your gaining or losing weight. You may decrease or increase the [...]

3 Short Workouts per Week Lead to Healthy Blood Sugar Levels

Emilia — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 19:15:46 +0000

I know many of us have made some type of resolution on December 31 as we held our glass of champagne to welcome the New Year. Most of us have committed to eat more fruits and vegetables and less sweets, to increase our level of physical activity, to reduce stress in our lives and to [...]

Why Diabetics Should Limit Consumption of Beef Pot Roast

Emilia — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 09:00:54 +0000

Prior studies from Harvard University found a link between processed red meat such as bacon, sausages, and the like, and type 2 diabetes. However, a new study conducted by the same University, is showing now that frequent ingest of non-processed red meat can be also a risk for diabetes type 2. The study was posted [...]

Vitamin B12 Deficiency is Common in Diabetics

Emilia — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 09:00:16 +0000

In my article “17 Ways Vitamin B Complex Help Diabetics”, I explain the reasons why the group of vitamins B is essential for diabetics and the health consequences of a deficiency of these vitamins for them. Now, a new study shows that the recommendations health authorities have been making for vitamin B12 intake is way [...]

Vegan Meals in Spain Could Be the Solution for Diabetics Type 2

Emilia — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 18:27:15 +0000

Now you may be able to kill two birds with one stone: beating diabetes type 2 and visiting Spain. That’s what British and Irish people are doing and it seems to be working for them. In fact, Alicante is a delightful city by the Mediterranean; just by relaxing and enjoying the weather and the blue [...]

Study Shows Mediterranean Diet Is Still the Best Stroke Prevention

Emilia — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 09:00:44 +0000

In the last few years we have been bombarded with information claiming that if we take vitamins and minerals from a bottle, we can cover the deficiency of certain nutrients caused by a poor diet and prevent disease. Somehow, manufacturers of vitamins have managed to convince us that we don’t have to be too concerned [...]

What Is Fructose and How It Does Affect Diabetics

Emilia — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 09:00:47 +0000

One of the most surprising aspects of natural sugars is how they are absorbed by the body. If we use as reference the glycemic index, we see that fructose (the sugar found in fruits) has a glycemic index of 19, while glucose has a glycemic index of 100. This fact has led to believe that [...]