Diabetes and Foot Problems

Title: Diabetes and Foot Problems
Category: Diseases and Conditions
Created: 1/31/2005 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 3/3/2016 12:00:00 AM

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Is Type 1 Diabetes Linked to Raised Risk of Certain Cancers?

Title: Is Type 1 Diabetes Linked to Raised Risk of Certain Cancers?
Category: Health News
Created: 3/1/2016 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 3/2/2016 12:00:00 AM

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Stem cells and chronic wound healing

Leavitt T, Hu MS, Marshall CD, Barnes LA, Longaker MT, Lorenz HP

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Study Compares Drugs for Common Diabetic Eye Disease

Title: Study Compares Drugs for Common Diabetic Eye Disease
Category: Health News
Created: 2/29/2016 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 3/1/2016 12:00:00 AM

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Eat Well to Celebrate National Nutrition Month

Have you ever wondered, “What can I eat?”

You’re not alone! For many people, choosing foods is one of the most challenging aspects of managing diabetes. Let the American Diabetes Association® be your source of up-to-date information on nutrition. March is National Nutrition Month®— the perfect time to find delicious ways to eat well.

So, where should you start?

The most important step is finding a healthful meal plan that works for you. People often ask which diet is best for people with diabetes. But it is the position of the Association that there is no “one-size-fits-all” eating pattern. Many options can be helpful for managing diabetes, whether your choice is Mediterranean style, low fat, lower carbohydrate, vegetarian or DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension).

The next step?

Fill your grocery cart and your plate with “nutrient-dense” foods. Nutrient-dense foods are some of the best choices you can make: nonstarchy vegetables, fruits, lean proteins, whole grains and starchy vegetables, nonfat or low-fat dairy and healthy fats. These foods provide more vitamins, minerals and fiber for fewer calories.

Remember that it’s easy to choose nutrient-dense foods in the right portion sizes when you Create Your Plate. Fill half of it with nonstarchy vegetables, such as salad, green beans, broccoli, cauliflower, carrots and tomatoes. The other half is for your protein and starches.

Also keep in mind that the federal government’s new 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend limiting added sugars and saturated fats and reducing sodium intake. This recommendation is based on scientific evidence and is important for all Americans, including people with diabetes.

Satisfy your flavor cravings with these tips:

Avoid sugar-sweetened beverages.

• Skip regular soda, fruit punch, sports drinks, sweet tea and other sugary drinks.
• Drink water, unsweetened coffee or tea, sparkling water or other zero-calorie drinks.

Limit saturated fats by replacing them with small amounts of healthy fats. (Healthy fats are monounsaturated, polyunsaturated and omega-3 fatty acids, which can decrease your risk for heart disease.)

• Cook with liquid vegetable oils instead of butter, shortening or lard.
• Choose avocado, nuts, seeds or olives instead of cheese.
• Use trans-fat-free spreads instead of butter.

Consume less than 2,300 milligrams of sodium per day. (Your health care provider may recommend even less if you have high blood pressure.)

• Shop for lower-sodium versions if you buy canned foods, salad dressings, frozen dinners, deli meats and other processed foods. Drain and rinse canned vegetables and beans before adding them to your meals.
• Cook with less salt and more herbs and spices, such as chili powder, cilantro, parsley, basil, curry powder, ginger or thyme. Brighten up flavors with vinegar, garlic or fresh lemon or lime juice.

For more information on healthful eating, cooking tips and recipes, visit diabetes.org/recipes and sign up for Recipes for Healthy Living.

And don’t forget to join us on Wednesday, March 9, at 7 p.m. ET for our #AskTheRD Twitter chat!

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Live. Work. Play: Simintha’s Diabetes Story

Working for the American Diabetes Association® means making a difference for millions of people and working toward a future free of diabetes and all its burdens.

We all have a story to share. Some of us live with type 1 or type 2 diabetes, gestational diabetes or prediabetes. Others have loved ones with the disease or have lost someone to the fight.

The following are personal stories from the Association’s staff about why we are so committed to the mission to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes.

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Simintha Esson
National Director, Corporate Alliances
Home Office (Alexandria, Va.)

On Wednesday, March 5, 2014, my father lost his fight to type 2 diabetes. When I received the call, my world was immediately turned upside down. I felt like I had been destroyed! The painful numbness of hurt filled my soul and I was beside myself with guilt, anger and confusion.

My father was affected by this disease for more than two decades. But unlike with other illnesses, he seemed just fine. There were no clear physical signs that my dad’s body was being demolished each day by this silent killer called diabetes. It wasn’t until about nine years ago that the snowball hit and everything started to change. He lost sensation in his limbs and developed other major complications to the point that, while only in his mid-40s, he could not walk.

The remaining five years of his life were spent in and out of assisted living homes and emergency rooms. I hate diabetes because it took my dad from me way too soon! He was only 52 and I still needed him. I miss him every day! Every time I need some advice or I want to share things about my day or just hear him call me “a big knuckle head,” my heart breaks because I will never have those moments with him again.

I’ll be honest. Before I began working at the American Diabetes Association’s Chicago office in 2008, I had no clue how to help my dad. We unknowingly replaced sugary foods with foods that were high in sodium and saturated fat, none of which were good for my dad. We had no clue these foods were not good choices for him. I think this is a common mistake people make when they don’t have access to diabetes education.

I know working with the Association helped extend my dad’s days because of the information and resources I got here and shared with him. Our visits changed from me bringing him some fried chicken to me bringing him pears, which he loved.

After I lost my dad, I decided to run the Chicago Marathon in his honor. I ran those 26.2 miles not only to honor him and raise funds for the Association, but also to inspire others who are going through the same situation. I strongly believe that if more people understood this disease, they could do something about it before it’s too late.

Every day that I work here and hear the stories and meet the people in the community who are going through similar situations, I am renewed. My dad used to tell me he was proud of me and the work I do here. His words drive me every day. I share my story with you not because I want pity, but because I want action.

Together, we can all make a difference. Stop Diabetes®!

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To learn more about nationwide employment opportunities and life at the Association, please visit diabetes.org/careers.

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Insulin Resistance

Title: Insulin Resistance
Category: Diseases and Conditions
Created: 2/10/2004 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 2/25/2016 12:00:00 AM

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