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The modern diet plays a large part in diabetes and, as the obesity epidemic grows, so does the danger of developing diabetes.

Although most associated with being overweight, diabetes also frequently occurs in otherwise fit and healthy individuals, as well.

Early Symptoms

Minor symptoms of unexplained fatigue or frequent thirst may increase over time as the body's mechanism for dealing with increased sugar & carbohydrates begins to fail.

If you even suspect that you may be experiencing early symptoms, see your doctor. Unchecked diabetes may eventually result in more serious conditions such as blindness, nerve damage and vascular complications, among others.

Preventing Diabetes

Simply reading food ingredient labels is a revelation to many who have been diagnosed with early symptoms. Increased exercise, and making adjustments to your diet NOW are the most practical ways to help ward off the threat of diabetes.

Around the Web, find out more about the various types of the disease - from juvenile diabetes, gestational diabetes or the adult forms of the disease - with more about the early warning signs & symptoms, available insulin drug and vitamin treatments, plus how to's on cutting down on sugar and carbohydrates that may actually help the body repair itself ...

American Diabetes Association - An encyclopedia of information on the topic with information on the most common symptoms, overviews of types 1 & 2 diabetes, kids concerns as well as resources for health professionals. The focus is on US resources, but the up-to-date information on research and treatments is valid across borders. They also provide advice for day-to-day management of the disease, including sugar free recipes.

Joslin Diabetes Center - The premier research and treatment facility for diabetes in the US with facts and news on the latest treatments and relational causes. If you are new to the subject, learn about diabetes & its causes, insulin and oral treatments, exercise, circulation, diet, drugs, vitamins and minerals, footcare, plus check out the online discussion group and more free resources.

National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) - Quite a bit of information for users at all levels with facts on blood glucose levels, diet and meal planning, diabetes and pregnancy, with more on diabetes-related problems of the heart, kidneys, eyes, feet and skin, nerves, teeth and gums. In English and Spanish.

Children With Diabetes - A support community for kids with diabetes and their families. The information, links and resources are good, but the community message boards and chat are the strength of this site.

Canadian Diabetes Association - Information on this site highlights Canadian issues, but anyone will find the general resources helpful. Good links and easy navigation - although it probably would be a better experience for the user if the inner pages featured articles or information instead of ads.

International Diabetes Web Site (Australia) - Focus is mainly on Australia, but the links to journal articles and research are global. Good site with lots of useful information. Also a bit heavy on the sales side, but the recommendations are solid.

Diabetes New Zealand - Good information on everything related to diabetes - with a Kiwi twist. If you need diabetes resources in New Zealand you'll find them here.

Diabetes News Headlines - Updated news stories from the international media courtesy news4sites.com.

also see -> Diet | Nutrition | Gestational Diabetes

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This information is intended as reference and not as medical advice.
All treatment decisions should be made by medical professionals.