What is Pre-Diabetes?
29 April 2005
Before people develop type 2 diabetes, they almost always have "pre-diabetes" -- blood glucose levels that are higher than normal but not yet high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes. Recent research has shown that some long-term damage to the body, especially the heart and circulatory system, may already be occurring during pre-diabetes.
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Frequently Asked Questions on Diabetes
29 April 2005
Q: What is the difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes? A: In type 1 diabetes, the body does not produce insulin. In type 2 diabetes, either the body does not produce enough insulin or the cells ignore the insulin.
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Taking a Closer Look at the Label
27 January 2005
The information on the left side of the label provides total amounts of different nutrients per serving. To make wise food choices, check the total amounts for:
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Using the Diabetes Food Pyramid
27 January 2005
The Diabetes Food Pyramid divides food into six groups. These groups or sections on the pyramid vary in size. The largest group -- grains, beans, and starchy vegetables -- is on the bottom. This means that you should eat more servings of grains, beans, and starchy vegetables than of any of the other foods. The smallest group -- fats, sweets, and alcohol -- is at the top of the pyramid. This tells you to eat very few servings from these food groups.
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