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Is there a difference in dietary requirements between Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes sufferers?

Diabetes - July 3, 2009

 

There seem to be cookbooks that are specific to Type 2 diabetes. Does this mean there’s a difference in the kind of diet that Type 1 and Type 2 sufferers need to follow?

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diabetes……………………………?

Diabetes - July 1, 2009

 

so if diabetes just means your blood sugar is really high, then cant you just eat less sugar and it will go down?

is it like, if you get to that high point something breaks and you have diabetes forever?

if not then doesn’t everyone technically have diabetes , just most are keeping it under control?

can you ever stop having diabetes?

type 2 i am thinking of

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How big of a role does stress play in the causes of diabetes?

Diabetes - June 28, 2009

 

I know on my dads side of the family diabetes is prevalent. For the past couple of months I've been extremely stressed due to work, my long term relationship with my boyfriend, finances, and family issues. I've noticed that I've been really irritated, tired, increased appetite (but I haven't gained any weight), urinating frequently, and can not stop drinking fluids. I know when my father was diagnosed with diabetes 10 years ago he was going through depression due to the death of my grandfather.

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How does caring for some1 with diabetes affect your life style?

Diabetes - June 25, 2009

 

I need to know about how having type 2 diabetes affects your life style and what it is like to care for someone with the condition… Things to revent, things that can treat it. thanks

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What remedies are there to relieve foot neuropathy caused by diabetes?

Diabetes - June 25, 2009

 

My mom has Type II diabetes and is suffering from neuropathy in her feet. I have read on websites that there is treatment but was curious if any of you out there who have this have any remedies for relief…like home remedies or know of any kind of over the counter cream that helps? She also has the burning and tingling sensation at times that keep her up at night. Diabetic community….PLEASE HELP!!! Any suggestions?

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Can the symptoms for pregnancy and diabetes be mixed up?

Diabetes - June 25, 2009

 

I think I could be pregnant but I am not 100% sure, but my brother was recently diagnosed with diabetes and some of the symptoms are the same. Is it possible to get these two confused?

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what exactly is the difference between type1 and type 2 diabetes and what effect do they have on some one?

Diabetes - June 24, 2009

 

i was jus curious on the difference between type 1 and 2 diabetes and the effects cause the internet has all these medical answers i juss want a simple answer..thanx

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Can a person with diabetes eat natural sugar from fruits?

Diabetes - June 19, 2009

 

My daddy is a borderline diabetic, which means he doesn't exactly quite have diabetes but is in the risk of getting it. We've already tried to make him eat less sugar to keep from getting it, but he always wants what he can't have. Is it okay if he eats natural sugar in fruits?

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Can a person with diabetes eat natural sugar from fruits?

Diabetes - June 19, 2009

 

My daddy is a borderline diabetic, which means he doesn't exactly quite have diabetes but is in the risk of getting it. We've already tried to make him eat less sugar to keep from getting it, but he always wants what he can't have. Is it okay if he eats natural sugar in fruits?

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What is the average life span of a dog diagnosed with diabetes?

Diabetes - June 16, 2009

 

Our 8 year old poodle has recently been diagnosed with diabetes. He is on twice daily injections of insulin and commercial pet food, canned and dry, twice a day. However, I'm reading reports online that say he will have a shortened life span regardless of treatment. Does anybody know from personal experience how long diabetic dogs can live?

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