Diabetes Talk for Men

 

Week of September 21
 
In This Issue:
  • Cozy Up with Chamomile Tea — Find Out Why
  • Diabetes? How Healthy Are Your Eyes?
  • Dr. No Help
Today’s Top Story
Top Story Guess Who’s in the Dark
About Type 2 Diabetes?
Guys, how much do you know about type 2 diabetes? According to the American Diabetes Association, not so much.
Also see:
  • Are Men Their Own Worst Enemies?
  • The 30-Minute Workout
  • Type 2 Diabetes Disaster 
Health News & Features
Cozy Up with Chamomile Tea — Find Out Why
A new study shows chamomile tea may help prevent the development of diabetic complications, such as loss of vision, nerve damage, and kidney damage.More Headlines You Shouldn’t Miss:
  • 2 New Diabetes Drugs Show Promise
  • Weekly Dose of Byetta Fights Diabetes
  • Pistachios Can Lower ‘Bad’ Cholesterol
  • It’s Never Too Late to Begin Exercising
  • Flaxseed Oil Pills vs. Fish Oil Pills
Editor’s Picks
Diabetes? How Healthy Are Your Eyes?
Diabetic retinopathy is a condition that results from high blood sugar and can lead to blindness if left untreated. Get the details here.
Also See:
  • Don’t Be a Spectator This Fall

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From the Type 2 Diabetes Support Group message board:
Dr. No Help
This member was told by her doctor that her blood sugar level is high, but she wasn’t told whether it meant she has type 2 diabetes or not. She’s scared and wants to know what she should do. Read her post and offer your words of wisdom.
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September 23rd, 2008 in Diabetes Resources | tags:

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