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No Longer An Adult Only Disease
By Steve A Johnson
Obesity, lack of exercise lead to Type 2 diabetes in children. The rate of obesity in children ages 5-17 has gone from 5% in 1980 to about 18% today. Being obese increases the risk of a child developing type 2 diabetes, and experts say they are now seeing an alarming number of cases of the disease in children. According to the studies we have seen an increase in type 2 diabetes among children concurrent with the increase in childhood obesity.
Overeating, poor diet and lack of exercise explain most of the increase in childhood obesity associated with type 2 diabetes.
Of all people, adults and children, diagnosed with diabetes, 50 percent have type 2. It used to be that of all those with diabetes, only 10 percent had type 2. In type 1 diabetes, the body does not make enough insulin. In type 2 diabetes, formerly called adult-onset diabetes, the body produces insulin, but doesn't use it properly or becomes resistant to it.
Insulin is a hormone that is produced by the pancreas, a gland that is located close to the stomach. When we eat a meal, insulin is secreted into the bloodstream. Insulin then causes sugar to go from the bloodstream into the cells. In diabetes, the body cannot control the amount of sugar in the blood. Glucose starts to build up in the blood, which can lead to type 2 diabetes.
It used to be more common in children of certain races, such as American Indian, African American, Hispanic and Asian American descent to have type 1 diabetes. Females were also more prone to type 2 than males. Now children are being diagnosed from all ethnic groups, and there are as many boys as girls.
Children and teenagers are more likely to get type 2 diabetes if they are [http://www.alternative-health-supplements.com/weight-loss-supplements.html]overweight. Other factors that can increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes are inactivity and a family member with type 2 diabetes.
It is a serious disease that can affect nearly every organ of the body, including the heart, blood vessels, eyes, kidneys and feet. Some of the signs or symptoms of diabetes are increased thirst and frequent urination, increased hunger, weight loss and fatigue.
Parents who are concerned that their child may be overweight and thus at risk for developing type 2 diabetes should schedule an appointment with the child's pediatrician. A random blood sugar or a fasting blood sugar level will help to confirm or rule out the diagnosis. Glucose tests and sometimes other blood tests are also performed when diabetes is suspected. Keeping blood sugars as close to normal as possible is very important in reducing the risk of complications from diabetes.
One of the most important things is prevention. We should all encourage children to eat right and to exercise. All children should exercise for at least one hour almost every day. Computers, video games and television have replaced outdoor activities for millions of children resulting causing the greater risk of having type 2 diabetes.
In addition to exercise, it is suggested to involve children in meal planning to help keep their bodies healthy. The portions children consume can be monitored by parents and that factor alone should be.
Steven Johnson is committed to helping people maintain healthy and effective lifestyles. For more information on any other health supplements please visit his website Alternative Health Supplements at http://alternative-health-supplements.com
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By Steve A Johnson
Obesity, lack of exercise lead to Type 2 diabetes in children. The rate of obesity in children ages 5-17 has gone from 5% in 1980 to about 18% today. Being obese increases the risk of a child developing type 2 diabetes, and experts say they are now seeing an alarming number of cases of the disease in children. According to the studies we have seen an increase in type 2 diabetes among children concurrent with the increase in childhood obesity.
Overeating, poor diet and lack of exercise explain most of the increase in childhood obesity associated with type 2 diabetes.
Of all people, adults and children, diagnosed with diabetes, 50 percent have type 2. It used to be that of all those with diabetes, only 10 percent had type 2. In type 1 diabetes, the body does not make enough insulin. In type 2 diabetes, formerly called adult-onset diabetes, the body produces insulin, but doesn't use it properly or becomes resistant to it.
Insulin is a hormone that is produced by the pancreas, a gland that is located close to the stomach. When we eat a meal, insulin is secreted into the bloodstream. Insulin then causes sugar to go from the bloodstream into the cells. In diabetes, the body cannot control the amount of sugar in the blood. Glucose starts to build up in the blood, which can lead to type 2 diabetes.
It used to be more common in children of certain races, such as American Indian, African American, Hispanic and Asian American descent to have type 1 diabetes. Females were also more prone to type 2 than males. Now children are being diagnosed from all ethnic groups, and there are as many boys as girls.
Children and teenagers are more likely to get type 2 diabetes if they are [http://www.alternative-health-supplements.com/weight-loss-supplements.html]overweight. Other factors that can increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes are inactivity and a family member with type 2 diabetes.
It is a serious disease that can affect nearly every organ of the body, including the heart, blood vessels, eyes, kidneys and feet. Some of the signs or symptoms of diabetes are increased thirst and frequent urination, increased hunger, weight loss and fatigue.
Parents who are concerned that their child may be overweight and thus at risk for developing type 2 diabetes should schedule an appointment with the child's pediatrician. A random blood sugar or a fasting blood sugar level will help to confirm or rule out the diagnosis. Glucose tests and sometimes other blood tests are also performed when diabetes is suspected. Keeping blood sugars as close to normal as possible is very important in reducing the risk of complications from diabetes.
One of the most important things is prevention. We should all encourage children to eat right and to exercise. All children should exercise for at least one hour almost every day. Computers, video games and television have replaced outdoor activities for millions of children resulting causing the greater risk of having type 2 diabetes.
In addition to exercise, it is suggested to involve children in meal planning to help keep their bodies healthy. The portions children consume can be monitored by parents and that factor alone should be.
Steven Johnson is committed to helping people maintain healthy and effective lifestyles. For more information on any other health supplements please visit his website Alternative Health Supplements at http://alternative-health-supplements.com
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No Longer An Adult Only Disease
Obesity, lack of exercise lead to Type 2 diabetes in children. The rate of obesity in children ages 5-17 has gone from 5% in 1980 to about 18% today. Being obese increases the risk of a child developing type 2 diabetes, and experts say they are now seeing an alarming number of cases of the disease in children
Obesity, lack of exercise lead to Type 2 diabetes in children. The rate of obesity in children ages 5-17 has gone from 5% in 1980 to about 18% today. Being obese increases the risk of a child developing type 2 diabetes, and experts say they are now seeing an alarming number of cases of the disease in children
Insulin Sensitizers Good or Bad
To use an insulin sensitizer or not! What is better and safer? With the current New England Journal Article on Avandia and it's increased risks for cardiovascular problems, I believe we have missed the whole point of the article.
To use an insulin sensitizer or not! What is better and safer? With the current New England Journal Article on Avandia and it's increased risks for cardiovascular problems, I believe we have missed the whole point of the article.
Can High Glycemic Index Foods Be Useful?
High glycemic foods can be useful for mankind who are recovering from high exertion or those suffering from hypoglycemia. Mankind with Type I or Type II Diabetes should avoid high glycemic index foods as they can play havoc with the medication they are taking.
High glycemic foods can be useful for mankind who are recovering from high exertion or those suffering from hypoglycemia. Mankind with Type I or Type II Diabetes should avoid high glycemic index foods as they can play havoc with the medication they are taking.
Is There a Cure For Diabetes?
The health burden caused by diabetes mellitus, known to most simply as diabetes, is growing which is forcing the diabetes community to respond with one of three choices.
The health burden caused by diabetes mellitus, known to most simply as diabetes, is growing which is forcing the diabetes community to respond with one of three choices.
Natural Diabetes Remedies: Solution For Diabetes?Diabetes management is not an easy task. Keeping your blood sugar levels within the needed range can be difficult, and insulin injections can sometimes be a hassle in certain situations. Maybe it is for these and other reasons that you have been looking for different alternative ways of keeping your diabetes under control. Many diabetics have tried to use natural remedies to help with their disease management, and many of them have experienced positive results. It is understandable to feel skeptical about natural resources to treat diabetes, since many companies and businesses make outrageous false claims about the results you can achieve with their natural products
Foods That Lower Blood Sugar - 3 Very Satisfying Foods That Lower Your Blood Sugar - By Celia Westberry - If you are reading this you had a wakeup call about your blood sugar level. You probable were told that it is inevitable since you have a genetic link to diabetes by way of your father or mother. This is enough to make you happy that you can grab your syringe with insulin... Here is some news to turn your joy to ecstasy. By simply adding these 3 life saving, satisfying foods that lower blood sugar to your diet you can be back to normal before you can say, 'where's the sugar'.
Betty
Crocker's Diabetes Cookbook: Everyday Meals, Easy as 1-2-3
At last! This special cookbook puts flavor and choice back on the menu for people with diabetes and their families
Betty Crocker, America's most trusted friend in the kitchen, has teamed up with the International Diabetes Center (IDC)--one of the leading medical centers--to create an indispensable source of easy-to-make recipes and up-to-the-minute food and nutrition information for the growing numbers of people who have diabetes, more than 15 million of them.
Here is the first cookbook to include recipes featuring Carbohydrate Choices--the new, simplified approach to meal planning recommended by the American Diabetes Association. For people who find diet exchanges too hard, too limiting or too much work, this new method is a real breakthrough. Each of the book's 140 recipes shows the number of Carbohydrate Choices per serving, so that planning the rest of the meal is easy. From Old-Time Beef and Vegetable Stew to Creamy Vanilla-Caramel Cheesecake, the recipes are made with everyday ingredients, including sugar. No food groups or ingredients are left out, so there's no need for anyone to feel deprived or restricted to a special diet. Food exchanges are also included, making it easy for those who still count calories.
The
folks at Betty Crocker have done it
again: given us mere mortals
great, easy recipes my whole family can enjoy. The best thing about
this book is that the recipes aren't made from weird food you have to
hunt for; they are made from items already in your kitchen. And they
are recipes anyone can eat for good health. So, if one member of your
family has diabetes, the whole family can eat this food and love it.The recipes are great, especially the desserts. And you thought you couldn't eat dessert with diabetes! The Carbohydrate Choices is a great counting device. I've never seen it in any other cookbook and I find it much easier to use than exchanges. Plus, it's not just a cookbook. There's doctor's advice and management plans inside. This book is very uplifting and practical.
GET THIS BOOK! IT'S THE BEST DIABETES COOKBOOK, hands down.- Betty Crocker's Diabetes Cookbook: Everyday Meals, Easy as 1-2-3 - by Betty Crocker Editors - New: $16.47 24 new & used from $12.15