‘Diabetes’

Some Surprising Causes of Bad Breath

Monday, August 16th, 2010

some surprising causes of bad breath

A good tooth brushing and flossing after every meal is the most powerful weapon to combat bad breath. However, there are some habits that reduce the effect of toothpaste creating that nasty smell emanating from the mouth. In other words, poor hygiene in our mouth is not the only thing that can cause bad breath.

Are you a victim of this embarrassing condition? Do you cover your mouth every time you whisper in the ear of another person? Identifies some surprising causes of bad breath to fight it effectively.

Skip breakfast. Another reason to not forget the most important meal of the day! As the first meal as soon as we got up, stimulates production of saliva which has a cleansing effect on the tongue. Yes, wash your teeth well afterwards.

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Cabbage Properties

Thursday, July 8th, 2010

cabbage properties


Cabbage
is a herbaceous plant native to Europe, which belongs to the same family as cabbage, broccoli and cauliflower. This plant has properties that are very beneficial to health. Since the Celts, the ancient Greeks and Romans took advantage of its benefits for treating intestinal diseases, lung and increase milk production in lactating women.

How about if we examine the properties of cabbage? You’ll see all kinds provides benefits for our body.

Properties of the internal cabbage:

  • It is diuretic. This means that prevents fluid retention and therefore is a tool to prevent diseases related to it as, for example, obesity, diabetes, uric acid and heart disease. It also protects the body of rheumatism and arthritis.
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There’s Artificial Pancreas for diabetes

Friday, February 5th, 2010

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The scientists showed functional artificial pancreas to regulate blood sugar levels in children with type 1 diabetes. The results of this research is a step forward in diabetes research.

In these trials, the scientists combine sensors “real time” which measures glucose levels with insulin pumps that deliver so that they can control blood sugar levels overnight. This will significantly reduce the risk of hypoglycemia (blood sugar too low). (more…)

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Type I Diabetes

Friday, December 4th, 2009

Type I diabetes is characterized by inadequate pancreatic insulin secretion, and the consequent need for replacement of the hormone daily via subcutaneous injections. In the absence of insulin, glucose transport into cells is hindered, causing a progressive hyperglycemia and ketoacidosis. Individuals with type II diabetes (or adult onset) are usually older than 45 years and normally undergo insulin resistance rather than a quantitative insufficiency. Typically, oral medications and weight loss are able to control hyperglycemia in type II diabetes without insulin application. (more…)

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