Type 2 Diabetes: Test Your Medical IQ

Title: Type 2 Diabetes: Test Your Medical IQ
Category: MedicineNet Quiz
Created: 8/31/2015 1:17:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 8/31/2015 5:57:45 PM

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FDA Warns of Joint Pain Tied to Common Type 2 Diabetes Drugs

Title: FDA Warns of Joint Pain Tied to Common Type 2 Diabetes Drugs
Category: Health News
Created: 8/28/2015 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/31/2015 12:00:00 AM

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Antibiotics Linked to Type 2 Diabetes Risk

Title: Antibiotics Linked to Type 2 Diabetes Risk
Category: Health News
Created: 8/27/2015 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/28/2015 12:00:00 AM

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Interview: Chef Ingrid Hoffmann for Hispanic Heritage Month

This year, the American Diabetes Association is celebrating its 75th anniversary. As part of this celebration, we honor progress in diabetes treatment, management and quality of life, and the Association’s role in these advancements. While tremendous progress has been made, much needs to be done to close the disparity gaps for minority populations such as the Hispanic/Latino community.

Diabetes is an urgent health problem in the Hispanic/Latino community, with 12.8 percent of the U.S. Hispanic/Latino population living with diagnosed diabetes. To learn more about the successes and challenges for Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 – Oct. 15), we spoke with celebrity chef Ingrid Hoffmann.

Hoffmann, a self-proclaimed “professional eater,” is passionate about food and entertaining. She is also host of “Top Chef Estrellas” (Telemundo), “Simply Delicioso” (Cooking Channel) and “Delicioso” (Univision). Her fascination with food, cooking and style began as a little girl when she started cooking with her mother. Soon she discovered not only a love of cooking, but also a flair for entertaining.

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Why are you passionate about supporting the American Diabetes Association during Hispanic Heritage Month? Do you have a personal connection to diabetes?

As a Latina chef I feel a responsibility to use my voice and microphone to raise awareness of diabetes. I want to help my community learn the importance of changing their eating habits and to make it easy and accessible to all. My grandfather had type 2 diabetes and so I know I am predisposed to it—more reason to be preventive with my diet.

Can you tell us a little more about why you are interested in healthy eating? Have you always cooked recipes with a healthy twist?

I grew up in a home where daily healthy home-cooked meals and exercise was the norm. Mom, being a chef herself, taught me that eating healthy could and should be delicious. Yes, I have always cooked healthy—but once in a while I reward myself with a treat, because I believe in balance.

What do you think contributes to Hispanics/Latinos’ higher risk for developing type 2 diabetes and related complications? How could we encourage them to change their eating habits and lifestyle?

I think that coming to this country and adopting the American fast-food/highly processed diet has been a big factor. Obviously the lack of financial resources is also a factor, and living in food deserts (areas without access to supermarkets that offer fresh produce and other healthful foods) does not help many of our Latinos either.

What are some of your favorite (and most recommended) ingredients when it comes to cooking healthier meals?

I like using good fats, such as avocados and good oils, and enjoying nuts for snacks. I also like flavoring food through spices and herbs, which add great flavors but no calories. And one of my go-to ingredients for substituting is Greek yogurt; I use it instead of mayonnaise and sour cream and even to make low-calorie/low-sugar desserts. I am a firm believer in limiting processed foods to a minimum.

What advice can you give Hispanic/Latino families who aren’t aware about the positive effects of healthy eating to prevent type 2 and/or control diabetes?

Educate yourselves! What better way to do so than taking advantage of all the American Diabetes Association has to offer. Often starting with small steps can be very meaningful; small steps add up and can lead to drastic changes. It’s not about dieting; it’s about changing your lifestyle to make better choices.

To learn more about celebrating good fats as a key part of daily nutrition, visit diabetes.org/eatwell.

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Parents Talking Type 1: Nick and Emma

We recently asked our Facebook and Twitter communities to send us their stories—specifically, what it’s like to be the parent of a child living with type 1 diabetes. Having received a lot of wonderful stories, we’re excited to present these favorites on the blog every week.

We hope you’re as inspired by these personal stories as we are, and that you’re willing to keep the conversation going. Tell us more in the comments!

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Name: Nick and Emma (@snarkabetic)
Location: Clovis, New Mexico

My daughter Emma was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes over 10 years ago, when she was 9 months old. I was also diagnosed with it 14 years ago, at age 26. Emma’s maternal grandfather passed away from complications of type 1 diabetes when he was 30 years old and her maternal great-aunt also has type 1 diabetes. I have a first cousin with type 1 diabetes as well. (The family history is remarkable as it’s very unusual for type 1.)

My wife (Emma’s mom) is the No. 1 diabetes caregiver in our house. I think what motivates us the most is helping Emma to live as free of complications for as long as we possibly can.

Emma is entering sixth grade this year. The biggest issue I see with school today is that the piles of forms and documents meant to ensure that there is a diabetes care plan in place at school simply haven’t kept up with advancing technology. She manages all of her readings with her insulin pump, and with some careful monitoring of her Dexcom (continuous glucose monitoring) app, we can easily partner with the nurse to ensure lows or highs are treated quickly and effectively, with minimal disruption of school time.

The best advice I can give to parents of newly diagnosed children is: “It doesn’t get any easier, you just get better.”

There’s so much to just being a parent, let alone being a parent of a child with type 1 diabetes. The most unique part is constantly considering the emotional impact of every new treatment, every new device and every time you ask them what their blood glucose is.

Emma has had diabetes for 10 years, and people will say, “Well that’s good, at least she doesn’t know any differently.” Great. She doesn’t know a life that’s not consumed with finger sticks and sensors and lows and highs. It’s not super comforting. But we’re fighting and advocating to keep her safe at school. It’s important for all families with children with diabetes to do this.

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The American Diabetes Association’s Safe at School campaign is dedicated to making sure that all children with diabetes are medically safe at school and have the same educational opportunities as their peers. To learn more visit http://ift.tt/1Ej3p4d.

 

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I plan on walking at #StepOutDiabetes because…

 

We recently asked our Facebook and Twitter community whey they walk at Step Out: Walk to Stop Diabetes and the messages that came back are a constant reminder to help  . Step Out takes place in 95 cities nationwide. With more than 100,000 walkers who are walking for so many, there are so many stories, and so many who have been touched by diabetes.

Below you’ll find some of our more inspiring responses:

 

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MY POP https://t.co/Wsr4swDEqw

— Sammie (@samfoxroxyasox) August 25, 2015

We plan on walking at #StepOutDiabetes because spreading awareness is key! Join us!! http://t.co/fnKJmR4XEY https://t.co/IW6fDDD17J — Foot & Ankle Inst. (@PodiatryAssocIN) August 25, 2015

@AmDiabetesAssn I will be walking in Lexington, KY for my son #StepOutDiabetes #lovemyson.

— Sherry&Robbie (@sblenhardt) August 25, 2015

For more information or to register at your local event, please visit http://ift.tt/1JnofMs. And remember to join the conversation on Twitter using #StepOutDiabetes.

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Exercise Best Bet Against Diabetes for College Graduates

Title: Exercise Best Bet Against Diabetes for College Graduates
Category: Health News
Created: 8/24/2015 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/24/2015 12:00:00 AM

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