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Albumin is a vital protein in your blood that helps maintain fluid balance and supports healing. When levels drop, your ...
25/05/2025

Albumin is a vital protein in your blood that helps maintain fluid balance and supports healing. When levels drop, your body sends warning signs which brings us to discuss more as it affects diabetes.

Low albumin levels can signal serious complications in diabetes? Like kidney damage and increased inflammation. It may also worsen insulin resistance and blood sugar control.

SIGNS OF LOW ALBUMIN

Swelling in the legs, feet or around the eyes

Fatigue and weakness

Slow wound healing

Bloating or fluid in the abdomen (ascites)

Shortness of breath from fluid in the lungs

Dry skin or brittle hair

Increased infections

HOW TO INCREASE ALBUMIN LEVELS

Eat More Protein

Improve Your Nutrition

Stay Properly Hydrated
Drink enough water, but avoid overhydration especially if you have liver or kidney issues.

Stop Alcohol & Smoking

Consider Supplements
If needed, use doctor recommended protein shakes or supplements

Stay on top of your labs, your albumin levels matter.

Did You Know?Long-term use of steroids (like prednisone) can increase your risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes.These medi...
22/05/2025

Did You Know?

Long-term use of steroids (like prednisone) can increase your risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes.

These medications are powerful and necessary for many conditions, but they can also affect how your body handles blood sugar, leading to insulin resistance or even steroid-induced diabetes.

If you're on steroid therapy, talk to your doctor about regular blood sugar monitoring and ways to reduce your risk.

Stay informed. Stay healthy.

Top Vitamins for Diabetes Support:Boost your blood sugar control and protect against complications with these key nutrie...
22/05/2025

Top Vitamins for Diabetes Support:

Boost your blood sugar control and protect against complications with these key nutrients:

Vitamin D – Improves insulin sensitivity

Sources: Sunlight, fortified milk/plant milks, egg yolks, salmon, tuna, sardines, cod liver oil

Vitamin B12 – Vital if you're on metformin

Sources: Meat (beef, liver), poultry, fish (salmon, trout), dairy products, eggs

Note: Only found in animal products — vegans may need supplements

Alpha-Lipoic Acid (ALA) – Fights nerve damage & supports glucose control

Sources: Spinach, broccoli, tomatoes, Brussels sprouts, red meat

Note: Often taken as a supplement for therapeutic doses

Magnesium – Helps regulate blood sugar

Sources: Leafy greens (spinach, kale), nuts (almonds, cashews), seeds (pumpkin, chia), whole grains, beans, avocado

Chromium – May enhance insulin action

Sources: Broccoli, whole grains, eggs, green beans, beef, poultry, apples, bananas

Vitamin C & E – Antioxidants that protect against damage

Sources Vit C: Lemons, strawberries, bell peppers, kiwi, broccoli, tomatoes

Sources Vit C: Nuts (almonds, hazelnuts), seeds (sunflower), vegetable oils (sunflower, wheat germ oil), spinach, avocados

Kindly note: Always check with your doctor before starting supplements.

14/05/2025

Did you know insulin is a time critical medication, if not given timely could be fatal and no alternative plan was in place?

13/05/2025

Did you know insulin was initially extracted from beef and pork pancreases?

13/05/2025

Did you know that insulin was first discovered in 1921 and made available in 1925?

13/05/2025

Did you know the half-life of injectable insulin is about 2-6minutes?

13/05/2025

Insulin has been grouped into 5 categories namely;
Rapid acting
Short acting
Pre-mixed insulin
Intermittent
Long acting

12/05/2025

Do you know the difference between insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitors?

Insulin week commenced today and it focuses on safe use of insulin. We are creating more awareness on how this medicatio...
12/05/2025

Insulin week commenced today and it focuses on safe use of insulin. We are creating more awareness on how this medication can be used without causing more harm.
How do we then keep safe while on this injection? We ensure;
It's the right person
Right dose
Right insulin
Blood Sugar monitoring 5×daily
Right route/way
Right timing
Right device

This awareness will be kicking off on the 12th-18th of May. All to reduce insulin administration errors among healthcare...
05/05/2025

This awareness will be kicking off on the 12th-18th of May. All to reduce insulin administration errors among healthcare team and patients.
In the coming week more informations will be uploaded.

29/04/2025

"Did you know that steroids can cause hyperglycemia even in people without diabetes?

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