Effects of Alcohol on Diabetes

Alcohol, a commonly used substance made from the fermentation of yeast, sugars and starches have been consumed by 87.6% of adults above the age of 18 at some point in their lifetime. Alcohol is depressant because of its capacity to depress the central nervous system. When consumed in moderation, it doesn’t pose a risk, as a matter of fact, it […]

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How Diabetes leads to Erectile Dysfunction

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a common problem for diabetic men. As a matter of fact,  men living with diabetes are four times likely to develop ED than those without diabetes. Also, diabetic men tend to develop ED ten to fifteen years earlier and also have more severe cases. Erectile dysfunction as a result of diabetes is as a result of […]

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Over 7 Diabetes Complications to look out for

Over 7 Diabetes Complications That You Must Look Out For Did you know that long-term diabetes complications develop over time? The longer you have diabetes, and the less control your blood sugar is, the higher your risk of complications. Eventually, diabetes complications can be life-threatening or disabling. Possible complications include: 1. Cardiovascular disease: if you have diabetes, you are more […]

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Diabetic Foot Ulcer What Every Diabetic must know

The information you’re about to read will save someone you know and maybe a helpful tool in your hand; please read till the end. What is Diabetes Ulcer? Diabetic foot lesion is responsible for many diabetic hospitalisations than any other complications of diabetes. Diabetic Foot Ulcer is a common complication of diabetes mellitus, and it can cost the leg (amputation […]

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Probiotics and your health

What are probiotics? The World Health Organization (WHO) defines probiotics as “living organisms which, when administered in adequate amounts, confer a health benefit on the host.” Probiotics are some types of bacteria, not all bacteria are bad, there are the good ones, and the probiotics fall into that category. Scientist estimates that there are about 500 different species of bacteria […]

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10 Superfoods that all diabetics should eat always

If you have been an ardent reader of my blog post, you will have come across the seven days diabetic meal plan and if you haven’t click here to download it. However, for flexibility sake, we have come up with a list of foods with low glycemic index (GI) which you can use to mesh your diabetic meal plan. These […]

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