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The Effects of Diabetes on the Body
Blood sugar is an often-underestimated component of your health. When it's out of whack over a long period of time, it could develop into diabetes. Diabetes affects your body's ability to produce or use insulin, a hormone that allows your body...
By US Health Corps
Understanding Diabetes
Diabetes is a disease that is characterized by high blood sugar, or glucose. When someone has the disease, his or her body may not produce enough insulin, or his or her body cannot effectively use its own insulin. These issues cause glucose to...
By Taylor Thomas
Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy Treatment
Diabetic peripheral neuropathy is caused by nerve damage in the arms and/or legs and is often associated with fluctuating glucose levels in diabetic patients. However, many diabetic patients keep their glucose levels normal but still get the...
By Michael V
Understanding Diabetes
Diabetes is a very common disease, with almost 8% of the United States population being affected. It can be a serious condition, especially if not monitored and treated properly. Diabetes is basically a metabolic disorder that affects the way the...
By Jessica Kihara
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