Wednesday, August 7, 2013
Diabetic Day: Curcumin Diabetic Super Natural Hero, What's the S...
Diabetic Day: Curcumin Diabetic Super Natural Hero, What's the S...: So I was the lucky recipient of a link posted on my Facebook page that said Curcumin curbs Diabetes. My sister is always looking for nat...
Curcumin Diabetic Super Natural Hero, What's the Story?
Curcumin is a natural anti-inflammatory as well as an antioxidant. Curcumin, a phytochemical found in the spice turmeric, has been used in India for centuries, and it has no known side effects. It has shown great help in several different types of Chronic Illnesses, one of them being Diabetes Mellitus and its complications.
With Diabetes Mellitus there are several things that occur but some of the greatest issues come from the Oxidative Stress and the Inflammatory Mechanisms. Curcumin can be considered suitable for the prevention and Amelioration of Diabetes. Curcumin is an anti-oxidant and nuclear factor kappa-B inhibitor derived from turmeric. Curcumin is an anti-oxidant and nuclear factor kappa-B inhibitor derived from turmeric. A number of studies have shown that dietary curcumin reduces inflammation and delays or prevents obesity-induced insulin resistance and associated complications, including atherosclerosis and immune mediate liver disease.
Source: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23495213
Curcumin in its natural state is hard for absorbtion into the body's biological systems. Currently they are working on ways to make it better absorbed into the body they are developing nano-particles and lipid/liposome formulations that increase absorption and bio-availability of curcumin.
Source: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23495213
Other articles to read about Curcumin are:
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18403477
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20420526
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19462685
On these pages you will also be able to find side articles regarding Curcumin.
http://www.t-nation.com/free_online_article/most_recent/curcumin_the_next_big_superfood
The advances in natural substances in the care and treatment of Diabetes is on the rise, everyone out there is looking for a cure. Being Diabetic I am so glad we have those out there looking for an answer because just controlling it is not good enough, it is just a bandage on a really serious wound.
I hope you will share this information with several of your Diabetic Family, Friends, Communities. I want us to keep an open mind and be well informed on what is out there for us. We should really be thankful to those willing to share with us and as Diabetics and Caregivers of Diabetics be willing to keep the information flowing on to others suffering with this disease.
If you have comments or would like to contact me for a story idea or any type of information you wish to share connect with me at diabetic.day2013@gmail.com. Lets keep our community knowledgeable about Diabetes.
Tuesday, August 6, 2013
Difficult Diabetic Days.
So many times I have had bad days. I have woke up and felt very bad, in the middle of the day or playing with the grandson the bottom drops out on me and I end up with low blood sugars. I can't think right, making choices or decisions at that point it's probably the hardest thing in the world because I can't get my brain to work.What the worst is, when it happens in the middle of the night and no one but me is awake.
I hate it when I run into walls, or am dizzy and it feels like I have been on a two day drunk. What happens if you think you have eaten enough carbs for lunch and realize that the exercise of cleaning house has used up the carbs and the proteins are fast to break down, then you get close enough for Diabetic Shock.
I had a mild heart attack in 2010 and didn't even know I was having one. I went to the doctors and of course I was placed on high blood pressure medication and a cholesterol pill. It was mild I only had to take the bare amounts of each. That was 3 years ago and now I am being upped because I am having a difficult time keeping them in check or maintained. So I am working on a higher dose of each, added a cardiologist to my doctors plans and a neurologist now as well.
I guess you never really can understand what others go thru until you experience it yourself. I know it may sound like complaining but really its not. I do have to make others realize what it feels like to the best of my ability, and that would be through my personal experiences.
Everyday and Night something is happening to me as a Diabetic. In the morning I am usually so dizzy it is difficult to walk because I stumble into walls. My sugar is usually at about 174- 202 waking no matter what I chose to do before bed. In the middle of the night my sugar wakes me either with the shakes and the excessive pounding of a rapid heart rate or having to get up in the middle of the night from either urinating or leg and feet cramps nightly. In the day my blurred vision is making it difficult to see things, and if I want to spend time doing things I have to always remember I can make my sugar drop by over doing it. If I don't do it then it raises high. I have medication all throughout the day, and I have to remember to eat on time, snack on time, and wear shoes all the time. I have burned myself on the stove many times and I do not feel a thing, yet sometimes I end up with peeling skin from the burns.
http://howmed.net/pathology/diagnostic-criteria-and-complications-of-diabetes-mellitus/
Can you believe that those things are only a drop in the bucket when it comes to Diabetic Difficulties or Medical Issues that I have living with Diabetes and so do so many others. The thing I hate the most though is when I cant remember things and they could be small, or large. I have learned to make notes for myself and do things right then and there. I hate it when people say to me, "Oh that's okay don't worry about it, you will remember later then you can tell me." Not true! If I do it is days or weeks or Months. I'm tired because it is always so up and down with me even though I do whatever I can to keep it regular, my Diabetes hates me.
Each Day is a challenge a struggle, but I am alive and willing to learn and review and share so others can know what we go through so we can come together as a community. Remember if you are not Diabetic that it is a very difficult Disease and it is not always curable by losing weight sometimes its in the genes. It affects your Brain, your Heart, your Eyes, your Kidneys, your Liver, your Pancreas, your Gallbladder, your Skin, your Thyroid and so much more.
I would love to know your stories. I would love to share your living and your work with your disease or that of those you take care of. If you would like to share or have something to offer, please connect with me @diabetic.day2013@gmail.com. Together we can help make things better through communication and information.
I hate it when I run into walls, or am dizzy and it feels like I have been on a two day drunk. What happens if you think you have eaten enough carbs for lunch and realize that the exercise of cleaning house has used up the carbs and the proteins are fast to break down, then you get close enough for Diabetic Shock.
I had a mild heart attack in 2010 and didn't even know I was having one. I went to the doctors and of course I was placed on high blood pressure medication and a cholesterol pill. It was mild I only had to take the bare amounts of each. That was 3 years ago and now I am being upped because I am having a difficult time keeping them in check or maintained. So I am working on a higher dose of each, added a cardiologist to my doctors plans and a neurologist now as well.
I guess you never really can understand what others go thru until you experience it yourself. I know it may sound like complaining but really its not. I do have to make others realize what it feels like to the best of my ability, and that would be through my personal experiences.
Everyday and Night something is happening to me as a Diabetic. In the morning I am usually so dizzy it is difficult to walk because I stumble into walls. My sugar is usually at about 174- 202 waking no matter what I chose to do before bed. In the middle of the night my sugar wakes me either with the shakes and the excessive pounding of a rapid heart rate or having to get up in the middle of the night from either urinating or leg and feet cramps nightly. In the day my blurred vision is making it difficult to see things, and if I want to spend time doing things I have to always remember I can make my sugar drop by over doing it. If I don't do it then it raises high. I have medication all throughout the day, and I have to remember to eat on time, snack on time, and wear shoes all the time. I have burned myself on the stove many times and I do not feel a thing, yet sometimes I end up with peeling skin from the burns.
http://howmed.net/pathology/diagnostic-criteria-and-complications-of-diabetes-mellitus/
Can you believe that those things are only a drop in the bucket when it comes to Diabetic Difficulties or Medical Issues that I have living with Diabetes and so do so many others. The thing I hate the most though is when I cant remember things and they could be small, or large. I have learned to make notes for myself and do things right then and there. I hate it when people say to me, "Oh that's okay don't worry about it, you will remember later then you can tell me." Not true! If I do it is days or weeks or Months. I'm tired because it is always so up and down with me even though I do whatever I can to keep it regular, my Diabetes hates me.
Each Day is a challenge a struggle, but I am alive and willing to learn and review and share so others can know what we go through so we can come together as a community. Remember if you are not Diabetic that it is a very difficult Disease and it is not always curable by losing weight sometimes its in the genes. It affects your Brain, your Heart, your Eyes, your Kidneys, your Liver, your Pancreas, your Gallbladder, your Skin, your Thyroid and so much more.
I would love to know your stories. I would love to share your living and your work with your disease or that of those you take care of. If you would like to share or have something to offer, please connect with me @diabetic.day2013@gmail.com. Together we can help make things better through communication and information.
Diabetes Can be Spendy or Thats Ok Keep the Change in Your Own Pocket
For others who wish to use the internet to purchase with Medical Insurance or Medicare there are several different sites that offer different discounts. One of my favorite sites that I have found is the American Diabetes Wholesale on line.
Link: http://www.americandiabeteswholesale.com/
Special: http://www.americandiabeteswholesale.com/product/free-truebalance-meter-kit_1606_120.htm
70% OFF! Retail Price:
Special: http://www.americandiabeteswholesale.com/product/free-truetrack-smart-system-meter-kit_1591_120.htm
77% OFF! Retail Price:
Special: Clever Choice Mini Blood Glucose Meter - Grey w/ 100 strips
56% OFF! Retail Price:
It also comes in other colors such as blue and red. You will need to go to the website and look through all the really great options for you.
I just went to the doctor and then took a trip to my local pharmacy and found myself just pulling out $52.00 on medications. Usually I would have paid no payment but because of the type of Medications I have had to get and the fact that my insurance company didn't get my insurance papers correct in time I was stuck paying a bill. Now most people would say that $52.00 wasn't much however it is when you are living on a budget and trying to make ends meet. So I want to share some information about shopping and finding your prescripstion's for reasonable prices.
Wal*Mart Pharmacies offer a wide range of prescription's for $4.00 and some for just slightly higher prices if you are without insurance. They have a list at their store that gives you all the information you want. Go to Wal*Mart Pharmacy Savings Tools
Prescription Help Information Sites.
https://www.pparx.org/ 1-888-4ppa-now (1-888-477-2669) Toll Free. Find out if you are elegible.
http://www.needymeds.org/ For helpline calls, call 800-503-6897.
http://coverageforall.org/pdf/FHCERxAssistanceProgramsGuide.pdf
This is just some of the options that are out there for you. You could really use a numerous amounts of assistance programs. Be sure to check if you have medicare or medicaid with your insurance information hotlines and ask questions so you are well informed and have all the information you may need before going any further with discount programs and options. Some of your insurances will allow discount cards etc. Also if you are over 50 you can use AARP they often offer discount on products through them.
If you have any questions regarding any of the information that has been provided for you feel free to write me and I will answer any questions you might have. You may even just have a comment or would like to share your information on this blog if so connect with me @ diabetic.day2013@gmail.com.
Saturday, August 3, 2013
EMERGENCY Recall Alert for Test Strips August 1st.
Nova Diabetes Care announced the recall Friday. An incorrect reading could potentially lead to dangerous medication errors for patients.
Source: http://www.novacares.com/news/nova-max-recall.php
"It is important that patients using these test strips discontinue their use immediately," said Alberto Gutierrez, director of FDA's office of in vitro diagnostics. "A false reading could result in patient harm and delay critical care."
Patients can visit a company website to check if their glucose test strips are affected by the recall: www.novacares.com/news/nova-max-recall.php . They can also call a company hotline at 1-800-681-7390. Customers can return the strips and receive replacements at no charge.
Doctors and patients should pay attention for signs and symptoms of high or low blood sugar levels, including excessive thirst, nausea, weakness, headaches and trembling.
To Read the entire article please follow the source link. It will give you much more information on the names of each type of strip. It will tell you which countries are affected and currently there are several. Please read more and pass the information on if possible.
Source: http://www.montgomeryadvertiser.com/viewart/20130801/NEWS/130801018/FDA-warns-massive-diabetic-test-strip-recall
It is really important as a Diabetic to make sure you check often of drug recalls and equipment recalls. Faulty equipment can cause you to overdose on Insulin and other Diabetic Medications. If you feel you are having symptoms of Either High Glucose or Low Glucose and are not sure it is best to consult your physician or 911.
Today the information is enough to share with you all as a blog post. I want us to all keep aware of the problems for us out there as Diabetics as well as the wonderful things out there to help keep our Diabetes Managed. The way we can do this is by offering information to each other and talking on a regular basis about our concerns, idea's and keep the knowledge coming. We belong to a pretty large community of 26,000,000 and climbing. Together we can create a better life for each other through information sharing.
If you have a question or comment please feel free to connect with me through diabetic.day2013@gmail.com. I answer all notes to me.
Friday, August 2, 2013
Diabetic Shopping Lists
This question for me today is WHAT DO I EAT? Sorry, I didn't mean to shout so loud, but I get so very confused about this when I go shopping with my husband.
While I was looking around the internet at different types of answers for this question I thought to plug in Diabetic Grocery Lists. I came up with some information on what to eat and a few really good lists to print and take with me to the Grocery store while I was looking. I will list some of these and maybe you won't be so confused what to buy just maybe how to make out a menu and the recipes to make some great food. Don't worry though we will answer those questions too. Now lets get busy!
The First Shopping List was from sharecare.com here is the
Link http://www.sharecare.com/health/type-2-diabetes/article/diabetic-food
This is the link to the printable Diabetes Friendly Shopping List from sharecare.com http://s.origin.sharecare.com.s3.amazonaws.com/newsletter/OHG/Diabetes_Friendly_Shopping_List-v05.pdf
Second: Right at Home Diabetic Shopping list
Link: http://www.rightathome.net/assets/franchises/nova/Diabetic%20Grocery%20List.pdf
Third: Your Diabetes Diet: Exchange Lists (Mayo Clinic) Very Helpful Information
Source: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/diabetes-diet/DA00077
- Diabetes meal plan recipes
- Diabetes diet: Create your healthy-eating plan
- Exchange list: Starches
- Exchange list: Fruits
- Exchange list: Milk and yogurt
- Exchange list: Sweets, desserts and other carbohydrates
- Exchange list: Nonstarchy vegetables
- Exchange list: Meat and meat substitutes
- Exchange list: Fats
- Exchange list: Free foods
Link: http://www.freeprintablegrocerylist.com/preview/Diabetic_Food_Grocery_List
Don't forget to check your App Stores for great Diabetic Help Apps. You can Find them on Google Play Store, Itunes, and numerous others. There are great Diabetic Recipe Apps and as I said before also great food and menu planning Apps. Great Resources for a Diabetic on the Go. Don't forget to set alarms on your phone to help you remember when you need to eat your snacks and prepare your meals. I do this on a regular basis. It has been a great help to have this on my Android Phone.
There are also some great Meal Planners out there for Diabetics and Recipes too. I will try my best to keep fresh and new places, information and Idea's coming out there for you to help you as I am helping myself with the complexities of Diabetes. It really isn't fun to try to do this alone. As a community of Diabetics and Caregivers we can do this together. We can be great support for each other on this journey that is Diabetes.
If you have questions or would like to share information or ideas or even write a blog for Diabetes Day then feel free to connect with me @ diabetic.day2013@gmail.com
Thursday, August 1, 2013
Diabetic Education on line Resources
Site Resources & Classes Offered:
Joslin Diabetes Center | Online Classes http://ndep.nih.gov/resources/webinars/
On line classes link
Assessing Your Diabetes Actions, Assessing Your Diabetes Beliefs, Assessing Your Diabetes Knowledge, An Overview of Diabetes, and Treating Type 2 Diabetes with Oral Medications
NDEP
http://ndep.nih.gov/resources/webinars/
The National Diabetes Education Program's Quarterly Webinar Series explores the latest advances and challenges in diabetes prevention and management
American Association of Diabetes Educators
https://www.diabeteseducator.org/ProfessionalResources/products/fundamentals.html
This is a 6 course module for professional caregivers but can also be taken by those that are not and still must care for a Diabetic.
UCSF
Diabetes Education Online
There are numerous types of things to learn on this site one is a Diabetic Symposium Video you may find quite interesting.
CDE Help Team | Diabetes Support
https://www.cdehelpteam.com/
This website offers support and information and education on several topics as well. Better ways to control your blood sugar, if your treatment plan includes insulin, if you are new to Diabetes, a little something for caregivers or parents of a Diabetic, In control but looking for more information on Diabetes.
Diabetes Helpline
http://www.diabeteswellness.net/WellnessNetwork/DiabetesHelpline.aspx
Offering a variety of information and help with your Diabetes questions. Education through research is offered as well.
I hope you find these resources good. I have already found several things that I will be using for myself to educate myself even further in my Diabetic Journey. I think that they offer a variety of options and it never hurts to have more than one handy at all times. What one can not answer another can so don't be afraid to reach out ask questions, talk to other Diabetics and health care providers and educators.
Once again I would like us all to be a source of support and information for each other. We are a community within a larger community. I think we will have better opportunities to be healthy if we work together and keep that communication among us as Diabetics and Caregivers of Diabetics.
If you have a question, if you would like to share by writing a story for the blog or have information to share or if you just want to chat please contact me at diabetic.day2013@gmail.com
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