COPD is an incurable disease that, like diabetes, gets progressively worse over time. If you are diabetic your chances of developing COPD are at least 50% greater than those of a healthy person. Here’s what you can do about it. Continue reading “How to control COPD”
Author: Paul Kennedy
Paul D Kennedy is a qualified accountant and an international business consultant who used his skills as a researcher to uncover the mysteries of type 2 diabetes and gain control over his health and wellbeing.
Why you should eat a plant-focused diet
The evidence is mounting that a plant-focused diet is best for managing diabetes. But there are a huge variety of diets in this category. Here’s the rundown, along with the proven benefits and a few practical pointers on switching to a plant-based diet. Continue reading “Why you should eat a plant-focused diet”
How to avoid the dangers of blue light
The ubiquitous use of smartphones, tablets, laptops and PCs at work and at home is exposing us to more and more blue light. But what exactly is blue light? Does it really harm our eyes? And what can we do to prevent its pernicious effects? Continue reading “How to avoid the dangers of blue light”
Diabetic Retinopathy – the Hard Facts
Diabetic retinopathy affects 80% of people who have been diabetic for 20 years or more. The disease accounts for 12% of all new cases of blindness each year in the West and is the leading cause for blindness in persons aged 20 to 64 years. Here are the symptoms, causes and treatments for diabetic retinopathy and how you can avoid going blind. Continue reading “Diabetic Retinopathy – the Hard Facts”
How to eat on-the-go
Is it possible to follow the Beating Diabetes diet when you are so rushed that you don’t have time to eat breakfast at home while lunch and dinner are ingested in a local eatery? Here are a few suggestions for staying on diet. Continue reading “How to eat on-the-go”
Why you should eat chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
Chickpeas are an extremely healthful addition to anyone’s diet, especially diabetics as they help to control blood glucose levels. As well as their numerous other health benefits, preparing meals with chickpeas is simple and quick. Continue reading “Why you should eat chickpeas (garbanzo beans)”
The benefits of Fava or broad beans for diabetics
Find out more about these highly nutritious beans. Continue reading “The benefits of Fava or broad beans for diabetics”
Flaxseeds V Chia Seeds ― which are more nutritious?
Flaxseeds or linseeds have been eaten for thousands of years. But how nutritious are they? What is the best way to eat them? And how do they compare with chia seeds? Continue reading “Flaxseeds V Chia Seeds ― which are more nutritious?”
Exercise for the brain
As most diabetics know, a modicum of exercise can help you reverse your diabetes. But various exercises can also deliver a series of benefits for your brain. What are these benefits and which ways of exercising are most appropriate for brain health? Continue reading “Exercise for the brain”
Can chia seeds reverse diabetes?
The health and nutrition industry has been all agog for some years now about chia seeds, one of the so-called superfoods. But can they really reverse type 2 diabetes? Are they as healthy as they are hyped up to be? Do they have any negative side-effects? How should you eat them? Continue reading “Can chia seeds reverse diabetes?”