November 2006
Anemia Often Develops In People With Type 2 Diabetes
ADA Diabetes E-News Now! November 30, 2006
In patients with type 2 diabetes, a decrease in hemoglobin (Hb) is insidious and occurs predominantly in older people with chronic kidney disease and damaged large blood vessels, research suggests.
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Arby's to Cut Trans Fat From Fries
Health Behavior News Digest November 29, 2006
(Associated Press) Arby's Restaurant Group announced Tuesday its eateries will no longer serve french fries with trans fat and cut the artery-clogging oil from its other foods.
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Smokers Must Quit, Not Just Cut Down, Study Finds
Health Behavior News Digest November 28, 2006
(Reuters) Smokers eager to cut the risk of dying early from tobacco-related illnesses must quit completely, researchers said on Tuesday, because cutting down -- even by half -- is not enough.
Read More > Risk of Diabetes Reduced by 58% With Active Counseling and Continues
Diabetes In Control Newsletter Issue 339 November 22, 2006
The effects of lifestyle intervention on diabetes risk do not disappear after active counseling has stopped, even after three plus years.
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Enriched Bread Reduces Energy Intake and Increase Feeling of Fullness
Diabetes In Control Newsletter Issue 339 November 22, 2006
New study shows that you can eat bread and lose weight?? Bread enriched with lupin kernel flour at the expense of wheat flour reduced energy intake and increased the feeling of fullness, which may have important implications for weight management.
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New Study Weighs Benefits of Exercise, Diets
Diabetes In Control Newsletter Issue 339 November 22, 2006
While exercise and weight loss are equally effective ways to lose weight, exercising helps to maintain muscles, research finds.
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Panic Attacks Exacerbate Diabetes Symptoms
Diabetes In Control Newsletter Issue 339 November 22, 2006
Repeated panic attacks in people with diabetes can lead to poorer control of the illness, more severe health complications, and a reduced quality of life.
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Job Burnout May Make People More Prone to Developing Diabetes
Health Behavior News Digest November 20, 2006
(Health Behavior News Service)
An Israeli study suggests that people who suffer from job burnout may be prone to developing a form of diabetes.
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Diabetes Drug May Cut Heart Risks: Study
Health Behavior News Digest November 13, 2006
(Reuters) A diabetes drug may protect patients against thickening of the artery walls, a precursor to heart attacks, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association on Monday.
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Spike TV to Air Provocative Iacocca Foundation Ad to Raise Awareness About Reality of Living With Diabetes
US News wire November 10, 2006
In conjunction with this year's observance of National Diabetes Awareness Month, The Iacocca Foundation, Spike TV and 25/7 Productions have jointly produced a public service announcement (PSA) about diabetes, including vivid images of the toll diabetes can take on individuals with the disease, especially children. The PSA will air approximately 1-2 times per day for the month of November on Spike TV.
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Lifestyle Changes Shown to Cut Risk of Diabetes
Health Behavior News Digest November 10, 2006
(Reuters) Losing weight, cutting down on saturated fats, eating more fiber and exercising 30 minutes a day can make a difference when it comes to diabetes.
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Soy Yogurt Could Help Control Diabetes
Health Behavior News Digest November 10, 2006
(Reuters) Soy yogurt, especially with fruit in it, may help control both type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure, U.S. researchers reported on Thursday.
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Born in the USA, One in Three Will Develop Diabetes
Diabetes In Control Newsletter Issue 337 November 8, 2006
Fifty-four million Americans - that's one in six of us -- have pre-diabetes and most don't even realize it.
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ACE Inhibitors A Must for Type 2's with Elevated BP
Diabetes In Control Newsletter Issue 337 November 8, 2006
Since 85% of people with type 2 diabetes also may have elevated blood pressure, they should be given an ACE inhibitor to protect from kidney failure.
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Smoking Harms Kidney Function in Type 2's
Diabetes In Control Newsletter Issue 337 November 8, 2006
People with type 2 diabetes who smoke cigarettes are more than twice as likely as non-smokers to have impaired kidney function, research shows.
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Unproven Diet Products Popular
Health Behavior News Digest November 7, 2006
(Associated Press) Besides extra pounds, dieters also seem to carry a hefty independent streak. A survey finds that 70 percent of Americans who are trying to lose weight are following their own diet plans and have no interest in seeking a doctor's help.
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To Prevent Amputations, Doctors Call for Aggressive Care
Health Behavior News Digest November 7, 2006
(New York Times) About 1.8 million Americans have had amputations…The high numbers have prompted the medical community to debate whether most foot and leg amputations can be prevented — and, if so, how.
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Diabetes in Middle Age = More Problems
Diabetes In Control Newsletter Issue 336 November 1, 2006
Delaying diabetes until old age reduces late-life complications
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Practices Bring in Diabetes Educators With Great Results
Diabetes In Control Newsletter Issue 336 November 1, 2006
Having a diabetes educator in your office practice can have dramatic results in improving diabetes control.
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Lower Cholesterol Targets Recommended for Diabetic Patients
Diabetes In Control Newsletter Issue 336 November 1, 2006
New lipid targets of 78mg/dl (2.0 mmol/L)set out by the Canadian Diabetes Association (CDA) reflect more recent evidence from clinical trials and will affect the rates of cardiovascular disease in diabetic patients
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Weight Loss Is The Key to Diabetes Prevention
Diabetes In Control Newsletter Issue 336 November 1, 2006
Every kilogram of weight loss resulted in 16% reduction of diabetes risk.
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