Type II diabetes is a chronic metabolic condition that impedes the bodily metabolization of glucose (or sugar), which acts as energy. Patients with type 2 diabetes either don’t produce adequate levels of insulin or becomes insulin resistant, meaning the body is resistant to the actual hormone that transfers bodily energy (sugars) to cells. While type 2 diabetes was once referred to as “adult-onset diabetes” because it largely affected patients in adulthood, today greater percentages of patients are overweight children. While there’s no known cure for type II diabetes, lifestyle changes (i.e., sugar free diet and healthy weight maintenance) as well as the following doctor-prescribed diabetes treatments can help keep symptoms and blood sugar levels under control: 1. Bydureon BCise® This non-insulin diabetes medication is injected by patients once per week to gradually disperse the medicine for 7 days to reduce blood sugar. Bydureon is a type of GLP-1 receptor agonist (i.e., Byetta, Victoza, etc.) and injected via a device with an attached hidden needle. This device holds one dose of medication needed for the week so patients don’t need to increase their dosage or adjust a dial for dosing as needed. Instead, medication is disbursed at a consistent level—via n extended-release delivery system—for a duration of 7 days until another shot is given.

The latest epidemic outbreak in China has made headlines in the media worldwide. Coronavirus is being portrayed as a new, unknown, and extremely dangerous virus. However, the coronavirus is not at all new and, statistically speaking, not particularly deadly either. What is new? The SARS-CoV-2 strain of the virus in humans. This is the type that is currently responsible for the COVID-19, a potentially lethal disease that is in the media these days. The purpose of this article is to fill the information gap and bring you all the scientific facts that you should know about the coronavirus epidemic. Overview The family of coronaviruses has been known to researchers for a long time. The first strain was isolated back in 1937 when it was found to be responsible for infectious bronchitis in poultry and birds. The name “coronavirus” comes from a Latin word for a crown or halo. This is because, when observed through a microscope, the virus resembles little crowns. In humans, coronavirus was first detected in the 1960s. It was isolated from the mucus of patients suffering from a common cold. Today we know that at least two types of coronavirus (229E and OC43) cause a significant portion of common flu cases every year worldwide.

Hyperhidrosis, more commonly known as heavy sweating, is a disorder that causes heavy sweating not, necessarily, derived from physical activity. Hyperhidrosis generally appears during the teenage years, though it can be present from birth or come due to a medical condition (i.e., diabetes) or hormonal change (i.e., pregnancy or menopause). Common symptoms of heavy sweating are sweating through clothing and bedding, clamminess in the hands or soles, and noticeable sweating that is not a result of heat or exercise. The triggers of heavy sweating may indicate an underlying health conditions, such as: 1. Vitamin D deficiency Vitamin D deficiency is not an uncommon reality given that more people are working indoors and have difficulty recouping vitamin D levels through diet or sunlight. Vitamin D deficiency very well may be indicated through excessive sweating, and especially, having a sweaty head, as it is an early sign of being vitamin D deficient. Verily, a step you can take to discern the root cause of heavy sweating is to check if you’re getting enough sunlight, are consuming foods rich in vitamin D such as seafood and fatty fish, or if you need to be taking a vitamin D supplement. 2. Gout Gout, a complex form of inflammatory arthritis, is another potential cause of hyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating.

Ulcerative colitis is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that occurs as the result of inflammation in the digestive tract. Some of the symptoms of ulcerative colitis may include diarrhea, rectal bleeding, rectal pain, weight loss and fatigue. Medication is the standard treatment for ulcerative colitis. However, medication won’t cure the condition; it will only help manage symptoms. Avoiding the following trigger foods can also help reduce symptom flare ups: 1. Alcohol Alcohol is something that you should avoid if you have any type of inflammatory bowel disease IBD. It has a tendency to stimulate the intestines. That is why if you drink alcohol, then you are likely to suffer from diarrhea. 2. Caffeine Caffeine is a stimulant, so it isn’t good for people who have Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis. You may find yourself going to the bathroom a lot if you consume caffeine. You will need to limit your consumption of tea, coffee, energy drinks and chocolate. 3. Carbonated beverages Carbonated beverages are ones that contain dissolved carbon dioxide. This includes beers and sodas. Carbonated beverages can irritate the digestive tract. That is why they can trigger unpleasant symptoms, such as gas and bloating. Many carbonated beverages also contain sugar or artificial sweeteners.

Asthma is a disease that narrows the airways due to swelling and excess mucus. Patients with asthma usually have difficulty breathing. They may also suffer chest tightness, chronic coughing, and wheezing. While there is no definitive cause for asthma; there are certain common triggers that patients can avoid to reduce the symptoms and frequency of asthma flare ups. Certain foods for example, can worsen symptoms or even cause a severe asthma attack, such as: 1. Eggs Someone who has an allergy to this would break out in hives. If you have asthma, it could be one of your more severe triggers. Severe asthma can cause a rapid increase in your airway inflammation. Asthma attacks are more likely to occur when eating eggs. Or perhaps eating something containing it. 2. Cow’s milk Milk is the root for a good digestion of calcium and sturdy bones. Unfortunately, if you suffer from asthma you may want to keep away from dairy products. The reason is because cow’s milk could produce more mucus in your lungs that is already there. Milk is customary in most foods, which means it is more likely for consumption. Which in turn, makes asthma symptoms worse. 3. Nuts Nuts, particularly tree nuts (i.e., peanuts) are another common trigger for sevre asthma attacks.