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SugarMDs LLC and the SugarMD Digital Health Platform

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SugarMDs LLC and the SugarMD Digital Health Platform

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Under the leadership of founder Dr. Ahmet Ergin, SugarMDs LLC is a Port Saint Lucie, Florida-based company responsible for the multichannel digital health platform SugarMD. A physician who specializes in diabetes, endocrinology, and metabolism, Dr. Ergin has authored multiple books and articles on subjects that relate to holistic diabetes treatment. He has shared his expertise through a range of major national media outlets as well as the channels he owns through SugarMDs LLC.

The two principal outreach arms of SugarMD are its official website and its YouTube channel. Through its range of health guides and its regularly updated blog, the SugarMD website keeps its readership informed on a broad spectrum of diabetes-related issues. It also features an e-commerce platform for natural diabetic supplements and a library of helpful videos. The SugarMD YouTube channel contains an even bigger collection of videos, most of which feature Dr. Ergin as an on-camera personality. This channel has more than 740,000 subscribers.

Sugarmds Nutraceuticals: Meeting the FDA Standards.

Nutraceuticals, or functional foods, are food products that contain added health benefits beyond basic nutrition. These products have gained popularity in recent years as people become more conscious about their health and well-being. One of the leading nutraceutical brands in the market is Sugarmds.

Sugarmds is a company that specializes in creating food products that are not only delicious but also have added health benefits. Their products range from energy bars and protein shakes to vitamin-packed snacks, all made from natural ingredients.

With the growing popularity of nutraceuticals, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has set strict guidelines for these products to ensure their safety and effectiveness. Sugarmds is dedicated to meeting these standards and providing their customers with the best quality products.

The FDA requires nutraceuticals to be safe for consumption and have scientifically proven benefits. This means that Sugarmds has to conduct thorough research on each ingredient used in their products and provide evidence of its health benefits.

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​The causes of diabetes fall into two categories: modifiable and non-modifiable factors. Modifiable risk factors are those within one's control, while non-modifiable ones can't be changed or controlled.

One can get Type 1 diabetes, caused by over- or under-secretion of insulin by the liver, at any age. But having a parent, brother, or sister with Type 1 diabetes raises the likelihood of developing it. There are currently no known modifiable risk factors for Type 1 diabetes, making prevention hard.

In Type 2 diabetes (which affects 90 percent of people with diabetes), the body either produces insufficient insulin or resists it, affecting the way it processes sugar. There are modifiable risk factors for diabetes, making it preventable to a significant extent.

Some predisposing factors for Type 2 diabetes are hereditary. One is likely to develop the disease at some point in their life if a close biological relative has diabetes. Age is another major predictor of diabetes, with adults over 40 years of age showing higher susceptibility. However, doctors are diagnosing more and more children and adolescents with diabetes.

Studies have established a link between diabetes and race or ethnic background. White Americans are more likely to develop Type 1 diabetes than people of color. African Americans and African Americans are twice to four times more likely to develop Type 2 diabetes.

Then there's gestational diabetes, which develops during pregnancy and affects 2 to 10 percent of pregnancies in the United States. Women who develop gestational diabetes have a higher risk of developing Type 2 diabetes later in life.

Gestational diabetes risk factors are the same as those for Type 2 diabetes, with women aged 25 years and above showing higher susceptibility. Having PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome), a hormonal disorder causing enlarged, also increases the likelihood of developing gestational diabetes.

Some of the factors that elevate the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes include being overweight or obese. Weight is closely related to a sedentary lifestyle, another known cause of diabetes.

Losing weight through regular physical exercises can significantly reduce the risk of developing diabetes. Even brisk walking for 30 minutes five times a week can greatly reduce insulin resistance. The American Heart Association recommends adding weight training between intense and moderate physical exercises.

Weight management also helps keep cholesterol levels under control. Studies have linked low HDL (high-density lipoprotein), also known as "good" cholesterol, or high LDL (low-density lipoprotein), also known as "bad" cholesterol, to Type 2 diabetes.

Sources of "good" cholesterol include avocado, fish, and nuts. Exercising regularly and avoiding deep-fried foods and smoking helps reduce "bad" cholesterol and the risk of related complications.

Other foods to limit include those with saturated fats, such as cheese, butter, and red meat, and those with trans fats, like cakes, cookies, and margarine. Opt for roasted instead of deep-fried foods, and consume plenty of fiber-rich foods like fruits and vegetables.

Heavy alcohol intake can also limit the pancreas' ability to produce insulin due to inflammation. The American Heart Association recommends limiting alcohol intake to not more than two drinks and one drink per day for men and women, respectively.

Diabetes is not curable. Luckily, it's preventable and manageable. Observing a healthy diet, regular physical exercises, and medical care have proven effective for managing diabetes. They reduce the risk of complications and improve quality of life.

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A February 2023 article in The Chicago Journal reported that managing stress can help control diabetes. While the two appear to be unconnected, researchers have found that stress adversely impacts blood glucose (sugar) levels in people with Type II diabetes. Those with Type II diabetes can reduce their stress levels in several ways.

Anger, work-related issues, traumatic experiences and events, emotional issues, and sleep problems are all stressors contributing to diabetes. Physiological explanations for the connection between stress and diabetes are that stress causes a fight-or-flight response in humans, beginning biochemical processes in the body. Adrenaline and cortisol are released into the bloodstream, increasing one's respiratory rate and blood sugar levels. One note of import is that the stressors that facilitate these biochemical processes do not always have to be negative. Good stress from riding a roller coaster or winning an award can also result in blood sugar spiking.

Moreover, stress might fuel other lifestyle behaviors that may cause the person to develop this problem. For example, stressed people might be more inclined to eat comfort foods with little nutritional value. They might also smoke and drink a lot of alcohol, all factors contributing to developing diabetes.

Chronic stress combined with poor coping skills in people with diabetes makes it less likely that the person will manage their condition effectively. Worse yet, they are prone to developing diabetes-related conditions, for instance, nerve damage, foot problems, and kidney disease, among others.

Persons with diabetes can manage their stress levels by engaging in activities such as joining an online support group. Online support groups such as Diabetic Connect provide this population with an online community, articles, informative videos, and recipes.

In addition to getting support online, people with diabetes can attend face-to-face meetings. The American Diabetes Association, for example, has offices nationwide that provide in-person support and educate/reach out to the community. Other organizations where a person might get support are the Defeat Diabetes Foundation, which has peer support groups nationwide, and Diabetes Sisters, which hosts meetups.

Outside of talking to others, those with diabetes can also engage in self-care by developing a positive attitude. Instead of concentrating on the negative things at work or in their personal lives, the person should focus on positive things, whether they relate to work, life, friends, family, or health.

Other areas of change in attitude include not focusing on what cannot be changed. Instead, experts suggest developing a plan of action. In doing so, people with diabetes should consider whether the problem will matter in a few years, whether they have any control over the situation, and if the situation is one that the person can change.

They can also learn how to relax through exercises that involve sitting in a chair (or lying down) and closing one's eyes. Then, beginning with one's toes, the person should clench each body part, holding this position for 5 seconds and then releasing the tension. One can also sit in a chair and practice deep breathing exercises. Like the relaxation exercise, the person closes their eyes, but this time, they focus on breathing, inhaling slowly and deeply, holding for a few seconds, and then exhaling through the mouth. Repeat this several times.

Also, engaging in aerobic or calisthenic exercises reduces stress levels. Walking in nature or engaging in yoga/tai chi are mind-relaxing activities. In addition, exercise has an added advantage in that it lowers blood pressure and cholesterol and reverses diabetes-related conditions.

The final suggestion is to be kind, maybe forgiving, of oneself. Sometimes, stress comes from expecting to be more than one might be capable of. A March 2023 WebMD article suggests that saying "no" to things that are not important or necessary can alleviate some of the stress in one's life.

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The Stress-Diabetes Connection and How to Manage It

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A February 2023 article in The Chicago Journal reported that managing stress can help control diabetes. While the two appear to be unconnected, researchers have found that stress adversely impacts...