by bens nqc | Oct 27, 2017 | Diabetes Education
The fact that bitter gourd (ampalaya) is very much effective in helping the body normalize its blood sugar levels is already widely-known. It also helps that bitter gourd is already synonymous with diabetes in the parts of the world where it is widely grown. However,...
by bens nqc | Oct 20, 2017 | Diabetes Education
There is an estimated 415 million diabetic adults worldwide, with that number predicted to rise to 642 million by 2040. Young professionals are not exempt from this. This age group, classified as employed adults in their 20s and 30s, also see a steady increase in the...
by bens nqc | Oct 19, 2017 | Diabetes Education
Bitter melon, also known as bitter squash or bitter gourd, is a vine growing vegetable found in subtropical areas of the world such as Asia and in Africa. It is common in Chinese, Indian, and South East Asian cuisine, and has been used in traditional medicine for...
by bens nqc | May 15, 2017 | Diabetes Education
Unless you’re the type of traveler who enjoys long scenic routes or extended periods of quiet time to think or rest, long drives can be the worst part of any trip, especially since there isn’t much else to do when stuck in a car or a train cab. Luckily, as long as you...
by bens nqc | May 5, 2017 | Diabetes Education, Diabetes Management
Travelling with diabetes can be a challenge, but it is absolutely achievable. The key here is proper planning. A lot of people opt for local agencies to organize the entirety of their trip. That would save you planning time, but would cost more. On the other hand,...
by bens nqc | Jul 1, 2015 | Diabetes, Diabetes Education
Living with diabetes can be hard for most people, and the amount of information floating around the Internet about how to deal with it can be staggering and confusing. So much information about diabetes has been passed around over the years, which is why it is not...