The Islets of Langerhans aren’t the latest posh getaway destination for the jet-set. They aren’t found on a map at all. They’re found in your body – in your pancreas, to be exact. Though there are five kinds of islet cells, the most common islet cell is the beta cell. This is the cell that produces […]
C-peptide – you’ve never heard of it? You’re not alone. C-peptide is produced when the beta cells in the pancreas manufacture insulin. For every molecule of insulin produced, the body also produces one molecule of C-peptide. People suffering from Type 1 diabetes produce less insulin and less C-peptide than other people. Why? Their beta cells are […]
In a recent study from Denmark, scientists found what they believe to be an unfavorable link between periodontal disease and pre-diabetes.[1] This 2007 study suggests that having periodontal disease may contribute to the progression of pre-diabetic conditions – and even to Type 2 diabetes itself.
The last several years have seen a growing awareness of what insulin resistance is and how it affects the body. Insulin resistance causes various reactions throughout the body. In fatty tissue, it causes the breakdown of triglycerides, which leads to elevated fat levels in the blood. In the liver, insulin resistance prevents proper glucose storage, leaving […]
One of the leading long term complications of diabetes is chronic kidney disease. In fact diabetes is the number one cause of chronic kidney disease as well as the biggest reason people are placed on dialysis. Diabetes causes injury to the small blood vessels located in the kidneys which results in these future issues. “30% of […]
Every year, we promise ourselves that this year is the year things are going to be different. This year we’re going to lose that fifteen pounds. This year we’re going to spend more quality time with our family. This year we’re finally going to take that dream vacation to Aruba. Here at American Diabetes Wholesale, we […]
Think you can get away with burning the midnight oil night after night? Think again. Recent research shows that if you don’t get enough high-quality sleep, you’ll be more likely to develop type 2 diabetes.[1]
Diabetes can have serious effects on your vision. It is the number one cause of legal blindness in the United States.[1] Both Type I and Type II diabetes can cause damage to your eyes, including these problems:
Diabetes is a growing health crisis in the United States. New scientific evidence suggests that high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) may be partially to blame for the increase in new cases of diabetes, particularly in children.
HFCS is a mixture of fructose and glucose. It is used instead of sugar in many products because it’s inexpensive and […]
Often times, people with diabetes focus so intently on monitoring their blood sugar that they forget to keep track of other important health indicators. Cholesterol is one of those things. Checking your levels is important for everyone, since too much can lead to heart disease. People with diabetes are already at risk for heart disease, so […]