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Sat January 28, 2012
Walking Tip No. 3: Take Socks Seriously
Believe it or not, socks are a critical defense against keeping blisters away from your feet. Throw out any cotton socks you have, as they retain sweat and can help form blisters. Purchase socks made of today's "miracle fabrics," which absorb sweat and prevent blisters from forming on your feet. Learn more helpful tips about footcare here.
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Sat January 28, 2012
unit of insulin
the basic measure of insulin. U-100 insulin means 100 units of insulin per milliliter (mL) or cubic centimeter (cc) of solution. Most insulin made today in the United States is U-100.
Scientists Reassess Weight Loss Surgery for Type 2 Diabetes
Weight loss surgery is not a cure for type 2 diabetes, but it can improve blood sugar control, according to a new study...
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Researchers Discover Protein That May Represent New Target for Treating T1 Diabetes
The protein, which the scientists have named Islet Homeostasis Protein (IHoP), has so far been isolated in the pancreas of both humans and rodents. ..
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Study: Air Pollution Linked to T2 Diabetes and Hypertension in African-American Women
Researchers assessed the risks of incident hypertension and T2 diabetes associated with exposure to nitrogen oxides and particulate matter in a cohort of approximately 4,000 African American women living in L.A. ..
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How Poor Maternal Diet Can Increase Risk of T2 Diabetes -- New Mechanism Discovered
Researchers have shown one way in which poor nutrition in the womb can put a person at greater risk of developing T2 diabetes and other age-related diseases in later life. ..
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For Those with T2 Diabetes, Controlling Blood Pressure is Crucial, but Not Urgent
Study: Middle-aged adults recently diagnosed with T2 diabetes and hypertension have time to try to learn how to control their high blood pressure without meds, but not too much time. ..
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Eggplant Lasagna
Main Category: Dinner Sub Category: Meatless Entrees Recipe Author: Brenda J. Ponichtera, R.D.
You save time with this recipe because you don`t precook the noodles. This is another meatless meal that your whole family will enjoy. You can substitute 1 1/2 cups of fresh sliced vegetables, such as ...
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