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Expert warns diabetics to be mindful of the condition of their feet

08/03/2011
Few people pay attention to the condition of their toes until there is a problem. However, this can be a major issue for diabetics. Because of this, one expert is warning people with type 2 diabetes and anyone else who thinks they have noticed toe deformities to talk to their doctor immediately.

Individuals with type 2 diabetes should discuss treatment options with their doctor

08/05/2011
There are many different approaches a person with type 2 diabetes can potentially take to treat their condition. Controlling blood sugar levels is perhaps the most important part of this, but how aggressive should a person be in trying to bring their blood glucose down to normal levels?

Losing weight may boost the sexual health of men with type 2 diabetes

08/08/2011
Sexual problems are among the more common side effects associated with type 2 diabetes. Many men who have the metabolic condition experience difficulties in the bedroom, which can have a major impact on their quality of life.

New device shown to block the absorption of some fats, limiting risk of type 2 diabetes

08/08/2011
Obesity is the leading cause of type 2 diabetes, but a new device being marketed by a Massachusetts-based company may help many people avoid developing the metabolic condition as a result of overeating.

Red meat and processed options shown to increase type 2 diabetes risk

08/10/2011
Red meat - particularly the processed kind - has become a ubiquitous part of the American lifestyle. Many people would find it difficult to go through a day without eating some amount of processed meat. However, a new study suggests this may pose a serious health risk.

Expert recommends doctors re-evaluate how they care for minority patients

08/10/2011
Type 2 diabetes is far more prevalent among minority communities in the U.S. and one expert thinks this is because most doctors simply do not know how to reach out to these populations.

Rising diabetes costs put strain on families' budgets

08/11/2011
Anyone who lives with type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes knows that these can be intensive conditions to care for. They require frequent blood sugar testing, insulin injections and medications. Without all this, a person's blood sugar could spike to dangerous levels.

Bariatric surgery increasingly seen as an effective treatment for type 2 diabetes

08/11/2011
Bariatric surgery was once thought of as a last-ditch effort to help morbidly obese individuals lose weight after more conventional methods have failed.

Mail-order pharmacies may help type 2 diabetics control their symptoms

08/12/2011
There are many sources a person with type 2 diabetes can turn to for help controlling their condition. Increasingly, this may include online and mail-order pharmacies. These providers may offer several advantages over traditional drug stores that help a person with diabetes manage their condition.

Motivation is key to successful type 2 diabetes management

08/12/2011
Through all the requirements type 2 diabetes places on a person, it can be extremely difficult to stay motivated and continue to make smart choices.