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Once you purchase a pump you are now connected for the next four years or more.Well at least that is how long the warranty is on most popularly sold brands. So before just jumping on to buying one it is important to do your homework. You don’t want to be disappointed that you made a wrong choice. Almost all insulin …

If you are a diabetic you may be aware of the term insulin. But for those who are new to this term or are less aware- Insulin is a hormone secreted by the beta cells of our pancreas which allow the body to use sugar from carbohydrates present in the food that we eat for energy or to store for …

Insulin resistance is a common medical condition which leads to diabetes in people eventually. Insulin is the hormone produced by the beta cells of pancreas called Islets of Langerhan. They facilitate the decomposition and absorption of glucose in human body. When your cells exhibit resistance to insulin, they become indifferent to normal doses of the hormone. This creates imbalance in …

If you are a type 2 diabetic, with your diabetes worsening your doctor may have told you that you need to take insulin. But this is not all bad news. As per research taking insulin injections is one of the best ways for people who are type 2 diabetics to manage their diabetes. If you are new to insulin, read …

What is insulin and glucagon? Insulin is a hormone made by our pancreas that allow the body to use sugar from carbohydrates in food that you eat for energy or for future use. Insulin acts like a key to allow glucose into the cells. Glucagon on the other hand is a peptide hormone which is produced by alpha cells of …

Human body is a combination of complex functioning of various organ systems working together to help us lead a healthy life. Glucose is an extremely important component of the body which is derived from sugar in the food we consume. Foods high in sugar like pasta, grains, cakes, starchy vegetables and pastry act as instant sugar sources which get absorbed …

Pregnant women who have never had diabetes but experience high blood sugar levels during pregnancy are said to have gestational diabetes. High blood sugar from the mother causes high blood sugar in the baby. If left untreated it can cause problems in the baby. Proactive diabetes care and diabetes management is essential in order to ensure the harmful effects of …

Insulin is commonly known as an essential part of diabetes management and maintaining normal blood sugar levels. But not many of us know about the role insulin plays inside our body with respect to managing your blood sugar levels. Role of Insulin in Diabetes • Insulin regulates sugar levels in your bloodstream and helps maintain them within the normal range. …

Living with myths can be dangerous. It is about time we have a look at some of the most common myths associated with Diabetes. Myth 1: My sugar levels are under control, my diabetes has gone away, and hence I can stop my medication Diabetes can be controlled but you cannot wish it away. You shouldn’t alter your medication unless …

Consistently keeping sugar levels under control is a challenge that all diabetics face day in and day out. The diabetic food must be carefully planned in order to ensure optimum nutrition and limited sugar intake. Healthy substitutes to sugar consumption are often considered an easier option but not many of us are aware of their impact on glucose level in …