More than 130 million adults in the U.S. are living with diabetes or prediabetes, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Diabetes is a chronic condition that occurs when blood glucose or sugar is too high. It’s related to how the body turns food into energy and produces insulin. The body breaks down food and turns it into glucose, which is released into the bloodstream. The sugar level in the blood goes up, which triggers the pancreas to release insulin. Insulin helps the glucose … [Read more...] about Diabetes Rates Rising
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Walking Is Good for Your Feet
An active lifestyle requires healthy feet. We all know that walking is good for your heart, great to help maintain weight and keeps you fit. We also know that it can put a great deal of strain on your feet, which makes it hard to stick to a walking program. But when your feet are functioning properly, walking is actually good for your feet too. It increases circulation in your feet, helps keep the joints moving well and maintains the elasticity of the soft tissue, muscles, and tendons. “I … [Read more...] about Walking Is Good for Your Feet
Neuropathy Is Often Misdiagnosed
People living with neuropathy experience burning, tingling, numbness, and pain in their legs or feet on a daily basis. In many cases, it’s caused by diabetes, but poor circulation can also cause these symptoms or make them worse. “Most people don’t know what neuropathy is until you start talking about it,” said Dr. Diana Perry, of CIC Foot & Ankle in Flagstaff. “In many cases, people recognize they are getting older and think that they just need to learn to live with the leg cramps, … [Read more...] about Neuropathy Is Often Misdiagnosed
