Hidden Sugar is everywhere. This is a scary statement for anybody with diabetes. Even “healthy” foods may not be as innocent as they first appear. Hidden sugar in food can cause blood sugar levels to go soaring – every diabetic’s worst nightmare. Many foods are deceitful as they do not taste sweet – even…
These days there are many things that cause stress in our daily lives. And it is not always easy, or even possible, to avoid it. Our jobs, relationships, economy, and future are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to stress. But how does it influence diabetes? Although high-stress situations can…
Diabetes can be a trigger for other serious health issues.
It is much more than just an uncomfortable disease to live with, but what can happen when diabetes is not treated?
One of the first signs of diabetes is often a constant feeling of thirst… People who suffer from type-2 diabetes can agree that this constant thirst is a big issue. And this also leads to constant visits to the loo. But why does this happen? The reason for this is that the pancreas doesn’t produce…
Scary to think, but very true. Type 2 diabetes is often not taken very seriously. Many type 2 diabetics drink sugary cool drinks and eat sweets. Their exercise routines are non-existent. They seem to be completely unfazed by their destructive habits. The horrifying reality is that this kind of behaviour greatly increases the risk of heart attacks…
Die artikel is ook beskikbaar in Afrikaans Lees Nou Many people suffer from type-2 diabetes and don’t even know it. This is because some of the symptoms might not seem like much at first. But it is crucial to know what could be a warning sign… Type-2 diabetes is a bigger danger than we often…
More and more people seem to develop type-2 diabetes every single day. And diabetes should not be taken lightly… The sad part is that diabetes is still spreading at an alarming rate, although the causes thereof are well-known and can easily be prevented. Why exactly is diabetes so dangerous? With constantly high and…
Dealing with diabetes is tough enough without worrying about eating healthy. During diabetes, blood sugar levels can be quite fragile. Even small amounts of sugar can send it skyrocketing… Or not eating on time can cause it to crash. Controlling blood sugar levels is not only about what we eat, but also what we DON’T eat. So…
People with diabetes are more likely to have high blood pressure or hypertension. High blood pressure can increase the risk of diabetes complications such as diabetic eye- and kidney problems. Managing blood pressure should be a part of a person’s overall diabetes care plan. Diabetic high blood pressure complications Diabetes affects the arteries, making it…
Diabetes is a scary reality for many people. But that does not mean it has to be the end… One of the biggest fears around diabetes is thinking that it is now a permanent way of life. The good news is – it doesn’t have to be… However, diabetes is not reversible for everyone. That…
