New Diabetic Drug Technology

Some people have been asking me lately about this topic. The only thing I see wrong with the new technology towards new diabetic drugs is this. Most new diabetic drug research and development focus on the effect that the new drug has on blood sugar levels and do not consider the effect the new drug will have on a patient's quality of life in the long run. They are just taking into account that the best thing for a diabetic is to control their blood sugar levels. Which indeed is probably the case. But, I don't see anywhere in clinical studies for these new drugs where it says these new drugs are safe to take for an extended period of time. This tends to make me believe that this is not even a part of their clinical studies. More information on this topic is available through the link to my website. Also if the new drug you are looking to find information for is not available, check back later. I am working on this section now, so new additions will be added to my site every day or so.

Diabetes Food Pyramid

The image to the right is an image of the diabetes food pyramid. The bottom of the pyramid which is the biggest part of the pyramid is supposed to be the majority of your daily food intake. About 40% according to the ADA. The top of the pyramid is the least amount of food type you should eat on a daily basis. I don't agree with this because the bottom of the pyramid is breads grains and other starches. The American Diabetic Association says their ideas are based on years of clinical research and that their way is the best. You should check your blood sugar readings 1 hour after you eat and have your doctor adjust your medicine accordingly if you follow their plan. But I am a type 2 diabetic who takes Byetta and Actos and otherwise controls my diabetes with diet and exercise. If I consumed 40% of my daily food intake from this food group I would have to go on insulin to control my blood glucose levels. I don't think this is a good idea. I try to eat as least of this food group as possible. Although I do eat 2 Fiber Plus whole grain snack bars daily to get my required daily intake of whole grains and fiber. So as much talk as their is about the diabetic food pyramid I don't agree with the 40% of your daily food intake from the bottom portion of the pyramid aspect. Maybe 15%-25% tops, thats it. Sorry, maybe if you are taking insulin already this is a good idea, but not yet for me. I will stick with low carb, low fat and high protein for my diet.