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Is red meat good for my health?

Red meat has a lot of strikes against it. For starters, it's high in iron. Though we need iron... Full Answer

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How can drinking water help me lose weight?

Research shows that it might help you peel off pounds. In fact, people who drink an average of... Full Answer

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Can eating sugar cause diabetes?

Don’t be misled into thinking that your diabetes came about from eating too much sugar.... Full Answer

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How do people get vitamin D?

You get vitamin D from three main sources: the sun (when its rays hit your skin, your body... Full Answer

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What are the types of insulin for diabetes treatment?

The most common forms of insulin are: Very-fast-acting: NovoLog, Humalog, and Apidra... Full Answer

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Can I lose weight when my body is insulin resistant?

First, let me give a quick explanation of insulin resistance. Insulin resistance means that the... Full Answer

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What’s the USDA’s “My Plate” icon?

Nutrition pop quiz: name the food groups that make up the Food Guide pyramid, and how... Full Answer

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Why should I see an ophthalmologist or eye doctor if I have diabetes?

Retinal disease and vision loss are common -- and, understandably, feared -- problems in... Full Answer

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How can I manage my diabetes?

Management of your diabetes needs to be supported by a good diet, enough exercise, and proper... Full Answer

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How can diabetes affect my sex life?

Erectile dysfunction is very common in men with diabetes and pre-diabetes and results mostly... Full Answer

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What are the health benefits of eating white vegetables?

Onions, potatoes and garlic are especially rich in allyl sulfides which help prevent stomach and... Full Answer

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What nutrients do green fruits and vegetables provide?

Green fruits and vegetables include: asparagus, beet greens, broccoli, brussels sprouts,... Full Answer

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Why should I prevent dehydration when I'm sick and have diabetes?

The single biggest risk for anyone with diabetes who is sick is dehydration. Dehydration is a... Full Answer

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How does drinking coffee affect my risk of diabetes?

A number of studies show that coffee drinkers are less likely to develop pre-diabetes and type... Full Answer

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What are the types of omega-3 fatty acids?

There are three main types of omega-3 fatty acids: Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) is the omega-3... Full Answer

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