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Diabetes a disorder of carbohydrate metabolism characterized by the impaired ability of the body to produce or respond to insulin and thereby maintain proper levels of sugar (glucose) in the blood.
Its incidence even in young people is rising in scary rates. In fact, data from the 2011 National Diabetes fact sheet show that 25.8 million children and adults in the United States 8.3% of the population have diabetes.
- Diabetes is the leading cause of blindness among adults aged 2074 years.
- Diabetes is the leading cause of kidney failure, accounting for 44% of new cases in 2008.
- About 60% to 70% of people with diabetes have mild to severe forms of nervous system damage.
- After adjusting for population age and sex differences, average medical expenditures among people with diagnosed diabetes were 2.3 times higher than what expenditures would be in the absence of diabetes.
- The longer a person has uncontrolled blood sugar, the more damage to internal organs results.
- Consuming high-fructose corn syrup can cause diabetes in as little as 2 weeks.
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Articles:
Heavy Coffee Drinking May Lower Diabetes Risk
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 11/9/2002
The cup that helps millions of people get started in the morning, and several more cups throughout the day, may reduce the risk of diabetes, Dutch researchers said Friday.
Nutritional Support for Endocrine Conditions
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 1/25/2006
Hormones play a significant role in keeping the body healthy and functioning properly.They share an intimate relationship with many nutrients, and working together, help support physiiological balance. Women's hormonal needs fluctuate in response to the changing seasons of their lives and the physical and emotional demands that accompany life's changes.
Study: Diabetes Pill Can Double Risk of Death, Heart Attack, Stroke
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 10/29/2005
A new diabetes pill that appeared headed for federal approval can double the risk for deaths, heart attacks and strokes.
The Adrenal Stress Index Test
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 12/31/2009
The Adrenocortex Stress Profile is a powerful and precise non-invasive test that evaluates levels of the body's important stress hormones, cortisol and DHEA. This profile serves as a critical tool for uncovering biochemical imbalances that can underlie anxiety, chronic fatigue, obesity, diabetes and a host of other clinical conditions. It's also a crucial tool for monitoring DHEA and/or cortisone therapy.
What is HbA1c?
submitted by Dr. Gary Farr 9/17/2010
HbA1c stands for "hemoglobin A1c". This test is a simple lab test that shows the average amount of sugar in your blood over the last two to three months. Its the best way to find out if your blood sugar is under control.
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