The Diabetes Epidemic Myth

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The rates of obesity have grown quite a bit over the last few decades but the rates of diabetes have not.  And yet you hear every day all of the time about the diabetes epidemic from all sources.  News reports, public health sources, and doctors too.  It’s become a mantra, most people simply accept it as fact because they hear it so often.  The same is true for obesity can cause diabetes, this is another myth accepted as fact because it’s said so often.  This brings to mind the statement about “don’t believe everything you hear, no matter where you hear it from”.  Take time to look at the real statistics.

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Erin Go Bark

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It’s St. Patrick’s Day!

 

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The Biggest Winner

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This is one really bright 17-year-old.  Wise beyond her years, and she can see the hypocrisy of our current society: Continue reading

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Diabetes – Liver Confusion

All About Metformin

There’s been some comments about confusion with the last “Leaky Liver” entry.  It is confusing!  The liver plays a major role in diabetes, and also more than one function.

I’d like to further explain things and perhaps help clear some of the confusion now.

I’ll talk about three processes involving the liver:  DP, Liver Dumps, and Leaky Liver.
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New Software Installation

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Yes, how can I help you today?

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Diabetes Leaky Liver

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There’s more to diabetes than the pancreas and insulin levels, the liver also plays a major role and can complicate control.

Of course the liver’s actions are vital to your life, it stores and produces a substance called glycogen
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Happy Holidays

May you all have the best of holidays and a very happy New Year to come!

Don’t forget to allow yourself some treats.

 

Lizzy

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Knowledge is Power

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Diabetes Holidaze Survival Tips

 

It’s a long time between Thanksgiving and New Years, loaded with numerous opportunities to give in to the many temptations that will come your way.  If this is your first season after being diagnosed you might want to jump in bed and cover your head until it’s all over.  Nah, you don’t have to do that.  With a little planning you can enjoy the season 

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Inspiration…and a few giggles

 

 

Some pictures to inspire you and a few to make you laugh!

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Fear Factor – Are You a Victim?

 

 

No talks about stress would be complete without mentioning the role society plays in its creation.  We are living in an age of fear.  When you really think about it you can discover how many things are presented to you on a daily basis that cause fear and anxiety.

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