New Nutritional Scoring System: NuVal Rating
Consumers' growing demand for nutritional guidance spurred the creation of NuVal. NuVal's labeling system evaluates foods based upon more than 30 nutritional attributes, including positive ones such as fiber and negative ones such as saturated fat.
It uses a mathematical formula to assign products a score on a scale of 1 to 100.
Vaccinations - Immunizations and Diabetes
If you have diabetes, take extra care to keep up-to-date on your vaccinations (also called immunizations). Vaccines can prevent illnesses that can be very serious for people with diabetes.
Diabetes Damage Similar to Lung Impairment Found in Smokers
Lung impairment similar to that found in smokers has been found in a study that included 3,182 patients with diabetes and 27,080 control subjects.
Researchers found that diabetes can damage the lungs in ways that are similar to smokers. Read the whole story.
Can't afford a glucometer?
ADW has generously donated blood testing equipment to Defeat Diabetes Foundation. Glucometers are available for FREE. This offer is valid in the United States while supplies last. To request a glucometer, send an email to: glucometer@DefeatDiabetes.org.
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Organic vs. Conventional Farming
There is a difference between organic and conventional farming techniques, though 56% of Americans don't know the difference. Is organic food really better for you?
Diabetes Studies, Clinical Trials and Surveys
Research facilities, drug manufacturers and universities are conducting studies, clinical trials and surveys for new drugs, behavioral habits and other investigational information. They are seeking individuals to participate in these studies and trials. More Info
 Pet Diabetes: Cats and Dogs
Diabetes mellitus strikes 1 in 400 cats and a similar number of dogs. Symptoms in dogs and cats are similar to those in humans. More
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