Arthritis is the inflammation (or stress) of a joint - resulting from disease, infection, injury, genetic defect, overuse (wear and tear) or an otherwise unknown cause. There is no known cure, but proper early treatment can help prevent further joint damage. Do you have arthritis? Arthritis at a Glance Arthritis is not 1 single disease - there are in fact 100+ types of the condition. Women are more likely to be affected by arthritis than men. 2/3

If unfortunately you do suffer with Type 2 diabetes, it is important to learn about an important but rarely discussed complication of the disease: foot ulcers. Foot ulcers are one of the most common complications in diabetes sufferers. A diabetic foot ulcer is a wound or open sore on the foot, heel or toe. Ulcers can form as a result of poor circulation, nerve damage and skin irritation. Diabetic foot ulcers are often painless, so it’s important to be aware of the symptoms.

Diabetes can be managed by changing dietary habits and by watching the size of the portions we eat. Foods to limit Lean, organic, lamb or beef: Eat no more than 100-150 grams of red meat, no more than 1-2 times each week. Trim off all visible fat before cooking the meat. Starchy, high-GI cooked vegetables: This includes peas, potatoes, corn & beetroot. Starchy vegetables raise blood sugar levels more quickly, so they should always be ate in smaller amounts. High-sugar fruit:

Diabetes sufferers or someone who is caring for someone who has diabetes already know that they must take care when choosing foods and preparing mealtimes . Some diabetes sufferers have specially created meal plans and strict menus that they need to follow. However, as someone who has a Dad who is diabetic, I am fully aware that one common complaint amongst diabetes sufferers is that they sometimes go to prepare their meal, but find that they don’t have all the required in

Whilst you can't control all risk factors for type 2 diabetes, you can take steps to help ward off the disease. The common risk factors for type 2 diabetes: Being overweight or obese. Having blood pressure of 140/90 or higher, or high cholesterol. Leading a sedentary lifestyle. Having cardiovascular disease. Being age 45 or older. Having an immediate family member with diabetes. Having had a baby weighing more t

With the holiday season nearly gone, and for other upon us, many of the 3.2 million people diagnosed with diabetes in the UK will be looking forward to a well deserved break in the sunshine, or planning a long weekend away and they are being urged to plan ahead for their time away, and be prepared for all eventualities. If you or your child has diabetes then the condition will be going on your holiday with you, but there’s no reason for it to slow anyone down provided you d