Diabetes Care: Insulin Management, Fitness & Healthy Diet Written by Leann Mikesh, Ph.D.

Diabetes Care: Insulin Management, Fitness & Healthy Diet

What are the emergency signs of diabetic shock? Proper care includes managing insulin resistance, implementing fitness protocols, and following low-glycemic diets.

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What Are the 3 P's of Diabetes?

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Leann Mikesh, Ph.D.

The 3 classic symptoms of diabetes mellitus are polyuria, polydipsia and polyphagia -- also known as the 3 P's. Polyuria, polydipsia and polyphagia are defined as an increase in urination, thirst and hunger, respectively. The presence of the 3 P’s is a good indication that your blood sugar may be too high.

Which Systems of the Body Are Affected by Diabetes?

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Leann Mikesh, Ph.D.

Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder in which inadequate production of the hormone insulin or a resistance to its actions in the body can lead to high blood sugar levels. Insulin is needed to get sugar into cells of the body, where it is used for energy.