Diabetes

Gout and Insulin Resistance
I have noticed that a number of T2 diabetics in this group suffer from gout, so my attention was drawn to this article from Medscape that mentioned a connection between gout and insulin resistance. Those who suffer from this disorder may be interested in reading this article. It also comments upon the poor level of... 1 Jan 2006 19:21

Cholesterol drugs/Lipitor and grapefruit
There are so much discussion about mixing cholesterol drug with grapefruit or grapefruit juice. When someone asks about this question in a newsgroup like this one, there are so many replies. However, we usually never get straight explanations from our own doctors, or even from the companies that make the products..... 29 Dec 2005 19:56

Blood Glucose Levels
I've read conflicting ranges as to what is the normal mmol/L reading? I am type II and am trying to get more serious about my diabtese. Thanks. ----------------------------------- Remove the "booth" to reply in email. ... 19 Dec 2005 09:29

helpful soda pop trick
I cannot stand the taste of diet soda pop. Even the kind with Splenda makes me want to gag. But I am addicted to Dr. Pepper. But I am diabetic. And I have been over-weight for years. That problem has existed for years. Then a few months ago I realized the perfect solution. In a mug I put 1 part of re... 5 Jan 2006 18:16

fruit and vegitables
hi all what fruits and vegitables are ok for diabetic to eat ?. bill ... 12 Dec 2005 10:57

Eating out advice needed
A group of my friends want to go to a movie on Saturday - we do this often, but usually we eat at a restaurant where I can order something I can eat. However, because it is a big shopping day and some of them hate waiting for a table, it has been suggested that we go to someone's house and order in a pizza or, eve... 12 Dec 2005 10:57

Diovan & Aspirin
My mum is diabetic, hypertension, & some nerve problem which cause numbness on her foot. she is taking Glipizide (5mg), together with neurontin 300mg, nortriptyline 10mg. My mum was prescribe with enalapril on May 2005, but was coughing everyday since then. Today,the doctor change it to Diovan (80mg) & Cardiprin... 8 Dec 2005 15:40

Decongestants
Many OTC meds have a warning about use by diabetics. I have a head cold, what decongestants are safe for diabetics? ... 7 Dec 2005 17:42

Byetta is for everybody!!
It's really good. Everyone should be on it. Got my sugar level down in 90 almost immediately. ... 9 Dec 2005 13:39

medical alert bracelets for athletes
I've just wasted about 2 hours doing google searches and looking at sites selling medical alert bracelets, and I can't find what I want. I need something that I can wear for triathlons, long bike rides and running races, so it needs to be ok in the water and not rub my wrist over long distances (and not jangle... 4 Dec 2005 04:48