Thursday, September 30th, 2010 at
9:28 pm
Norma Desmond asked:
Does anyone know of any options to obtain health-care coverage (with low income) with pre-existing Type 1 Diabetes (insulin dependent)? I realize this may be a futile search, but I would really appreciate any advice/suggestions.
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Thursday, September 30th, 2010 at
1:45 pm
Diabetes is a complex disease that can take more than one form. The two main types are Type I and Type II, and there is also another kind called gestational diabetes, which afflicts pregnant women. Type I diabetes is characterized by the pancreas not producing insulin, causing the need to have insulin injections to keep the blood sugar levels in the diabetic on an even keel. Type II diabetes is a little different. In Type II diabetes, the pancreas is producing insulin the body is just unable to process it or respond to it normally.
While the exact causes of diabetes are not clearly known, there are many symptoms to be on the lookout for. Studies have shown that early detection really makes a difference in how much a person can be affected by the disease, regardless of the type, so knowing and being able to recognize the
symptoms is crucial. The symptoms of diabetes include unusual weight loss, frequent urination, irritability, dizziness, blurry vision, extreme hunger, excessive thirst, and increased fatigue.
These symptoms often go overlooked because they seem so harmless, so if you are experiencing one or more of them, it is important to consult your doctor or health care provider and find out now if you have this desease. Type I diabetes must often be treated with medication, but Type II diabetics can often be kept under control and managed with adjustments to diet and exercise. Gestational diabetes often resolves itself after the baby is born, but puts women at increased risk of developing Type II diabetes later in life. Early detection allows you to get a handle on your diabetes and start treating as soon as possible so you avoid any of the more serious complications that diabetes can inflict later on down the road.
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Thursday, September 30th, 2010 at
6:08 am
Question by ?xlovestoryx?: How to lose weight with Type 1 diabetes?
I have had Type 1 diabetes since April, and, prior to my diagnosis, I weight 10st. Now I weight 10st 10lbs, and I would really like to lose some weight. I already go to the gym and exercise, but I’m really finding that insulin makes me put on weight. Has anyone got any tips on how to lose weight?
N.B-I’m a vegetarian, and I obviously can’t cut out carbohydrates.
=]
Best answer:
Answer by MamaSmurf
Yes, insulin can cause weight gain, but it is not impossible to lose weight when you are taking it. It requires will power and exercise. Cut down on the amount of carbs you take in. The more insulin you use, the harder it is to lose weight, and it can cause you to put more weight on. You need some carbs of course, for energy, but you can also still have a healthy diet and lose weight if you just cut out even a few carbs at each meal and snacks. The tighter your diet is, the less insulin you have to use. Even if you are a vegetarian, yes you can cut down on carbs. Get a nutritionist to help you.
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Thursday, September 30th, 2010 at
12:31 am
Tyler asked:
I was doing research and came across some things and was just curious I mean I know it must be small but if scientist could look at DNA then why not a part of a chromosome. The HLA-DRB3 and HLA-DRB4 are the causes of autoimmune so not only would you get rid off diabetes but many other autoimmune right? And even if you could remove them could you find a way to turn them off of effectively control them? Correct me if I’m wrong but it sounds reasonable.
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Wednesday, September 29th, 2010 at
8:29 pm
Type 2 diabetes is one of three different forms of diabetes… type 1 diabetes is much less common than type 2 and is usually diagnosed in childhood and treated with insulin. Type 2 diabetes is a chronic condition where your body becomes resistant to insulin. Gestational diabetes is similar to type 2 except that it occurs during pregnancy.
In type 2 diabetes too much fat sets the stage for insulin resistance by decreasing your body’s ability to use insulin in the way it was meant to be used. This means two things are going wrong with this process. First, your body is unable to keep up with the demand for large amounts of insulin. Second, because your body has become resistant to the insulin your pancreas makes, you are not able to use that insulin efficiently. Now you have decreased insulin sensitivity and insulin resistance… main features of type 2 diabetes. This means you have glucose or sugar building up in your blood instead of entering your cells via insulin.
Although type 2 diabetes can be prevented, extra fat is the result of taking in more calories or kilojoules than we burn, which means:
too much food, and too little exercise
are the big contributors to type 2 diabetes. Therefore, being overweight or obese is responsible for the rise of type 2 diabetes.
It is interesting to take a step backwards and look at the big picture. After all it’s not contagious although it is described as an epidemic. It is in epidemic proportions or widespread in industrialized countries where too much food and too little activity are pushing people with the tendency to develop type 2 diabetes, over the edge.
Evidence suggests switching to a healthier diet has a powerful influence on the workings of your cells. Often losing just ten or twenty pounds (4.5 or 9 kg) is enough, which means you don’t necessarily have to reach some ideal weight listed on a weight chart. And once you lose enough weight to lower your blood sugar, it will also mean less worry about heart disease… you will feel more energized because sugar will then be getting through to your body’s cells.
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Wednesday, September 29th, 2010 at
6:02 am
Question by kramer21629: Does anyone have a list of foods for Type 2 Diabetes?
I have recently been told that I have Type 2 diabetes. I am looking for a list of foods I can have and a list of foods that I need to avoid. I’d like it in a list form so it can be hung on my bulletin board for quick reference.
Best answer:
Answer by jmh2605
EAT ALOT OF SUGAR
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Wednesday, September 29th, 2010 at
12:14 am
xninjaxbreex asked:
I am Hypoglycemic with a history of diabetes in my family. When my blood sugar drops i eat cheese or something full of protien to raise my blood sugar back up. Anything else you guys use?
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Tuesday, September 28th, 2010 at
11:23 pm
Simple Simon asked:
Also, is it a misconception that eating too much sugary foods would cause a person to develop diabetes? Are there any relations, direct or indirect, between too much glucose and developing diabetes? Help greatly appreciated
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Tuesday, September 28th, 2010 at
6:00 am
Question by sdn90036: Can someone with Type 2 Diabetes join the US Military?
I have Type 2 Diabetes, which is under control. I do not have any other health problems. Would it be possible for me to join the military? Thank you for your assistance.
Best answer:
Answer by doughnut
No. Your ability to deploy would be greatly hampered.
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Tuesday, September 28th, 2010 at
1:10 am
R0BOT1KK asked: I am a 16 year old male, the oldest kid in my family. My sister who is 11 was diagnosed with type 1 about a year ago, and my 1st cousin who is 4 years old was diagnosed about a month ago. Obviously this means that the rest of us are at risk for also developing the disease. I was wondering what the chances of me getting it are? also what age does the risk start to decline?
thank you!
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