Guide to Diabetic Care:

Diabetes is caused by resistance to, or deficient production of, the hormone insulin, which helps glucose move from the blood into the cells. When the body does not produce or use enough insulin, the cells cannot use glucose and the blood glucose level rises. This means that the body will instead start to break down its own fat and muscle for energy. Diabetes may lead to severe problems including damage to the heart, blood vessels, eyes, nerves and kidneys.

 

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Attention: Deltec Cozmo® Pump Users,
In response to Smiths Medical's decision to discontinue their diabetes business, several programs have been established to provide extended help and support for owners of the Deltec Cozmo® insulin pump. Those who wish to continue using their insulin pump through the end of their current warranty periods will be able to obtain supplies and receive limited clinical support through any one of these programs.

If you are interested in exchanging your Deltec Cozmo® for another manufacturer’s insulin pump, Medtronics and Animas have agreed to exchange a Deltec Cozmo® for one of their insulin pumps. Both programs have initial expenses but also have generous rebate programs. Click either the Medtronic or Animas button below for more information on these trade-in programs. Please keep in mind that they are being offered for a limited time.

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April 20, 2009 - Deltec Cozmo® Switch Program, Medtronic
April 20, 2009 - Deltec Cozmo® Switch Program, Animas

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Health Tip #:004 Cut The Fat Out of Your Diet To reduce the risk of heart disease, health experts recommend a diet with no more the 30 percent of daily calories from fat, fewer than 10 percent of calories from saturated fat, and no more than 300 milligrams of cholesterol. This is especially important for people with diabetes because they have a greater risk of heart disease. Here are some tips for cutting the fat in meals: Avoid high-fat foods, such as fatty meats, whole milk dairy products, stick margarine, butter, and rich desserts. Look for reduced-fat or fat-free products at the supermarket, but analyze them carefully. Some may fit into a diabetic meal plan. Others may reduce or eliminate fat but add sugars or starches that could throw off your carbohydrate count. Trim all visible fat from meats or poultry. Remove the skin from poultry. Use tuna packed in water, not oil. Bake, broil. Grill, poach, steam, or microwave foods instead of frying. Omit the butter, margarine, or cooking oil called for in package directions when cooking rice or pasta. Select frozen vegetables made without butter or sauces. When browning meat, coat the cold pan with nonstick cooking spray and skip, or use less, cooking oil. Reduce cholesterol by substituting two egg whites or ¼ cup egg substitute for one whole egg in recipes. With these simple changes you can make a healthy difference in the long run for you and your family as well.

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There are 23.6 million children and adults in the US with diabetes -- 5.7 million people are undiagnosed and 57 million have a condition called pre-diabetes.

Take this test to see if you are at risk for having or developing type 2 diabetes.