10 Possible Signs of Heart Disease
The main reason why many people die after a heart attack is that they do not recognize the first signs of heart disease. What are the signs of heart disease? Often, the symptoms of heart disease are not very specific; they can be confused with other health issues, such as acid reflux, peptic ulcer disease, stomach upset, […]
Should I Worry About My Family History with Heart Disease?
Is heart disease genetic? Is heart disease hereditary? It is a fact that many heart disorders are genetic and/or are inherited. These heart disorders include the following: Most Common Heart Disorder The most common heart disorder that runs in families is coronary artery disease. There are at least 19 million Americans with coronary artery disease […]
Sugar, Caffeine, and Your Heart: What You Need to Know
Sugar is the one ingredient in food that almost everyone likes, and it is abundant in many foods, both naturally and as added sugar. For years, the healthcare community has been focused on cholesterol and triglycerides as being bad for health, and the evidence is mounting that too much sugar is not good for health […]
What are the Signs of Heart Disease?
Close to 31 million Americans have heart disease and each year over 650,000 people die from the disease. Heart disease usually describes a wide range of disorders that can include the following: Each of these heart disorders can present with unique signs and symptoms. The good news is that, for the most part, adult heart […]
What Foods are Best for My Heart as a Senior?
If you want to have good heart health as a senior, you should focus on eating the right foods to keep your body functioning at its peak. You can rejoice because the list of heart-healthy foods for seniors is long. Different options can vary from food, but, ultimately, they all agree on the following as […]
What Type of Diabetes Test is Right for Me?
Over the years, the most common method of monitoring diabetes at home has been with finger stick monitors. This involves pricking the finger with a lancet to obtain a few drops of blood. This can be done several times a day, depending on individual needs, and is not only time-consuming but a painful ordeal. It […]
What Can I Do to Manage Type 2 Diabetes?
Once you have been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, the treatment depends on the severity of the disorder, your goals, and whether you have developed any complications. In general, regardless of the treatment chosen for your Type 2 diabetes, you will still need to monitor your blood glucose levels very closely. It may be worth […]
What are the First Signs of Diabetes?
There are close to 34 million diabetics in the USA or about 10% of the population. In addition, there are countless millions with prediabetes who have not been diagnosed yet. What are the causes of diabetes? Diabetes is a serious lifelong disorder, which, if not well managed, can lead to life and limb-threatening complications. Diabetes is […]
11 Unusual Symptoms of Diabetes
In many people, the initial presentation of diabetes is not always obvious because the symptoms may be unusual. In fact, by the time you see a healthcare provider, the condition may have been present for some time. What are the signs of diabetes? The unusual symptoms of diabetes are quite common and the only way […]
What is Diabetes, and What are the Different Types?
Diabetes is a widespread medical disorder that affects 8.4 percent of the American population, or close to 27 million people. In addition, there are an additional 77 million Americans who have been diagnosed with prediabetes, many of whom will become full-blown diabetics if they do not change their lifestyle. Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes […]
The Root Cause of Diabetes
How do you get diabetes? It is important to understand that there are two major types of diabetes and they each have different causes. Irrespective of the cause, the major problem in diabetes is that the body is unable to utilize blood glucose. The result is prolonged elevations of blood sugar in the bloodstream, which […]
Common Cause of Diabetes in Seniors
At least 27 million Americans are living with diabetes and close to 3 times that number with prediabetes. Most wonder why they developed diabetes. What causes diabetes? Read on. The actual cause of diabetes stems from excess insulin in the body’s system. When it comes to Type 1 diabetes, the answer is relatively simple. The […]