From the monthly archives:

August 2008

Insulin Resistance: What Is Insulin Resistance

August 28, 2008

What Is Insulin Resistance? Insulin resistance occurs when your muscle, fat (lipo) and liver cells stop responding to the effects of insulin.  When this happens the pancreas tries to make more and more insulin, however it can’t keep up with the demand for insulin and eventually glucose levels in the body start to rise.  If [...]

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Insulin 101 – How Does Insulin Work

August 26, 2008

Insulin is a hormone produced by our pancreas that allows glucose (the most basic fuel for any cell) to enter the cell and thus give the cell energy to carry out normal functions. So, how does insulin relate to Diabetes? In Type 1 diabetes NO insulin is ever produced.  This is a condition that can [...]

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Diabetic Diet Blueprint – Commonalities in all Diabetic Diets

August 13, 2008

Diabetic Diets are highly effective whether you have type I or type II diabetes. Almost all diabetic diets are comprised of about 50% carbs, 20% protein and 30% fat coupled with a daily workout. Diabetic diets are involve smart choices (foods low in carbs and sugar) and controlled proportions.  Diabetic diets are customised based on [...]

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1200 calorie diabetic diet portions

August 13, 2008

On a 1200 calorie diet that is comprised of 50% carbohydrates, you can consume a total of ten servings of carbs per day. How you choose to eat these servings will directly affect your blood sugar, so you should try to keep it  consistent from day to day.  Of course, keeping your sugars adjusted to [...]

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