CDI Staff Writer Articles
Metformin and Insulin Resistance
What does metformin do for insulin resistance? Metformin’s primary use is to control the overproduction of glucose by the liver. Metformin works to lower blood glucose levels, particularly during the night, to…
Glucose And Insulin Relationship
What is insulin? Insulin is a natural hormone produced by the beta cells in the pancreas that helps to regulate blood sugar levels. The insulin producing beta cells monitors the…
Best Type of Cinnamon for Diabetes
What is Cinnamon? Acquired from the bark of various tree species of Cinnamomum, Cinnamon is referred to as a spice that has several benefits in terms of medicine and lifestyle. The…
Different Types of Diabetes
What is diabetes? Diabetes is a chronic condition where the body cannot produce enough insulin or properly use the insulin that is produced, or a combination of both. Insulin is…
Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young (MODY)
What is diabetes mellitus? Diabetes mellitus refers to a group of conditions caused by the pancreas failing to produce enough insulin, the body becoming resistant to insulin, or a combination…
Diabetes Insipidus In Dogs – Signs, Symptoms, Causes and Treatment
What is diabetes insipidus in dogs? Diabetes insipidus (DI) in dogs is a rare medical condition that is characterized by increased thirst and urination. Because of increased thirst, dogs with…
Diabetes Insipidus
What is diabetes insipidus (DI)? Diabetes insipidus is a rare disorder which results in a water imbalance in the body. Unlike other types of diabetes such as type 1 and type 2…
Hyperkalemia (High Potassium Levels): Signs, Symptoms, Causes and Treatment
What is Hyperkalemia (High Potassium Levels)? Hyperkalemia is a medical condition where the potassium levels are abnormally high. For the muscle cells and nerve cells to function properly, your body…
Rosiglitazone (Avandia) Uses and Dosage
What is Rosiglitazone (Avandia)? Medically approved in the year 1999, Rosiglitazone is categorized as an antidiabetic medication that provides treatment for individuals experiencing the second type of diabetes. Also referred to as…
Insulin and Potassium Relationship
What is insulin? Insulin is a natural occurring hormone that is produced by beta cells in the pancreas. This hormone works by helping the body absorb glucose, potassium and other…
Insulin Secretagogues
What are insulin secretagogues? Insulin secretagogues (otherwise known as insulin-releasing drugs) are diabetes medications indicated for the treatment of type II diabetes. In diabetes patients, there is often insufficient insulin production.…
Metformin and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
What is Metformin? Metformin is an oral diabetes drug that is primarily used to treat type 2 diabetes. This drug, which also goes by the brand name Glucophage, is used to help…