Tom Parker - Articles

4 Major Organs that Diabetes can Damage
Many people know that diabetes leads to the development of extremely high blood sugar levels in a person's body. However, the damage caused by diabetes goes far beyond the blood vessels and can actually affect some of your most vital organs. In this article I discuss four of the key organs that can be seriously damaged by diabetes. Read
By: Tom Parker | 22/09/2008 | Diseases & Conditions

3 Sweet Diabetic Treat Recipes
Many diabetics fear that they can no longer enjoy their favourite cookies, cakes and desserts. Whilst you will have to make some sacrifices in this department there are still plenty of options which will allow you to enjoy your favourite sweet treats. In this article I discuss some of those options by providing you with three sweet diabetic recipes. Read
By: Tom Parker | 14/09/2008 | Diseases & Conditions

3 Super Tasty Savoury Diabetic Recipes
One of the best ways to manage diabetes is to eat a healthy diet. However, this is often easier said than done. That's why in this article I am providing you with three simple savoury diabetic recipes that you can use to improve your diet and keep your diabetes under control. Read
By: Tom Parker | 12/09/2008 | Diseases & Conditions

3 Fantastic Ways That Exercise Can Help Improve your Diabetes
Combined with diet, regular exercise may be one of the best treatments for diabetes available. Some of the benefits of regular exercise include improved blood sugar control and a greater receptiveness to insulin which can really help you manage your diabetes. This article discusses in greater detail how exercise can be an effective tool in the treatment of your diabetes. Read
By: Tom Parker | 10/09/2008 | Diseases & Conditions

5 Simple Ways to Formulate a Diabetes Diet
Since the food we eat is very closely linked with our blood sugar levels, it is not surprising that diet is one of the most effective tools we have available when combating diabetes. In this article I discuss five simple dietary changes that can help keep your diabetes under control. Read
By: Tom Parker | 08/09/2008 | Diseases & Conditions

4 Common Symptoms of Diabetes
The symptoms of diabetes are often difficult to identify. In some cases they can take years to develop and in other cases they are so moderate that they do not get noticed. In this article I will be outlining four of the most common diabetic symptoms which you should be on the lookout for. Read
By: Tom Parker | 27/08/2008 | Diseases & Conditions

4 Top Tests for Diabetes
In this article I discuss four of the tests that your doctor may use to diagnose you with diabetes. These tests include; the Fasting Plasma Glucose Test, The Oral Glucose Tolerance Test, the Random Blood Glucose Test and the Glycosylated Haemoglobin Test. Read
By: Tom Parker | 26/08/2008 | Diseases & Conditions

What is Type 2 Diabetes?
Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes affecting 90% of sufferers. In this article I will discuss the symptoms of type 2 diabetes and how it can be properly managed. Read
By: Tom Parker | 11/08/2008 | Diseases & Conditions

An Introduction to Pre Diabetes
Pre-diabetes is an early indicator of full type 2 diabetes. Fortunately, with the correct preventative action a pre-diabetic can completely stop type 2 diabetes developing. In this article I will discuss exactly what pre-diabetes is, the various risk factors and how it can be properly managed to avoid the development of type 2 diabetes. Read
By: Tom Parker | 10/08/2008 | Diseases & Conditions

An Introduction to Gestational Diabetes
Gestational Diabetes is a complication that affects approximately 5% of pregnant women. In this article I am going to explain what it is, the psymptoms you should look out for and how it can be properly managed. Read
By: Tom Parker | 08/08/2008 | Diseases & Conditions