Archive for April, 2008

Depression And Diabetes

Many people who are diagnosed with diabetes are overwhelmed with an onslaught of new information, medications, doctor visits and a feeling of helplessness.  Diabetes can be frightening, particularly for anyone who is not familiar with the disease.  We read about complications and insulin and medication and feel hopeless. 
Many diabetics experience a period of denial when […]

Can A Good Diet Keep Diabetes At Bay?

Upon first being diagnosed with diabetes, many patients ask can a good diet keep diabetes at bay.  Most doctors will agree that a good diet, low in carbohydrates and sugars can help a person with diabetes avoid many of the complications that often accompany the disease.  While a good diet can not necessarily cure the illness, […]

African Americans and Diabetes

According to the National Diabetes Education Program, there is a current epidemic of diabetes among African Americans.  African Americans are one of the largest groups in the population in the United States that are contracting Type II diabetes.  In addition, diabetes is also one of the leading causes of death and disability among African Americans […]