by Mani Bashyam MD | Jan 20, 2019 | Diagnosis, What Goes Wrong!
Causes of Diabetes Type 1 Diabetics don’t produce insulin. They need insulin for survival; without insulin, they develop diabetic ketoacidosis (a severe medical emergency). Insulin is secreted by Beta cells in the pancreas. In Type 1 Diabetes, these Beta cells...
by Mani Bashyam MD | Jan 20, 2019 | Miscellaneous, Normal Physiology
Normal Glucose Metabolism After digestion, food is broken down to glucose in the gut. Glucose is then absorbed into the bloodstream. It is carried in the blood to every cell of your body. Cells need glucose for their energy needs. To get inside the cell,...
by Mani Bashyam MD | Jan 20, 2019 | Miscellaneous, Your Risk
Do you have any risk factors? A family history of diabetes in a first-degree relative. Obesity (body mass index >30. In Asians >27). Women with a history of gestational diabetes or women who have given birth to children 9-lbs or heavier. History of...
by Mani Bashyam MD | Jan 7, 2019 | Diet, Management
Important principles Diabetes and Diet The most important part of diabetes management is the diet. Talking to a Registered Dietitian or a Diabetic Nurse Educator is crucial to develop a diet plan.Diet should be designed to help weight loss since 90% of Type 2...
by Mani Bashyam MD | Jan 6, 2019 | Diabetic Research, Miscellaneous, Volunteering
Do you want to be part of a research study? Current Clinical Studies ClinicalTrials.gov allows you to search for ongoing studies. You could volunteer to participate if you choose. Click Here Be Informed. Get In Control. Prevent. Better late than never...
