Diabetes Information
Stevia vs Truvia
By Dr. Rajesh MD on October 16th, 2017 in Diabetes Information
Too much sugar is bad for health. Health and wellness enthusiasts stress the importance of cutting down the sugar intake. Too much sugar in the blood could lead to obesity, type 2 diabetes mellitus, metabolic syndrome, and other health conditions. However, cutting down sugar intake can be extremely difficult considering that many of us want […]
Ketogenesis
By Dr. Rajesh MD on March 7th, 2017 in Diabetes Information
What is Ketogenesis? Ketogenesis (1, 2) is a biochemical process that produces ketone bodies by breaking down fatty acids and ketogenic amino acids. The process supplies the needed energy of certain organs, especially the brain. Not having enough ketogenesis could result to hypoglycaemia and over production of ketone bodies leading to a condition called ketoacidosis. […]
C-Peptide
By Dr. Rajesh MD on March 6th, 2017 in Diabetes Information
What is C-Peptide ? In this article, you will learn about the lab testing of C-peptide as well as why it is of importance. Many frequent questions regarding this test will be answered as well as information you may not have realized you need. Also, a better understanding of the physiology of c peptide will […]
Sucralose
By Dr. Rajesh MD on March 4th, 2017 in Diabetes Information
What is Sucralose? The simple answer is that it is sugar substitute which is artificially made. The reason it is used so often is for its non-caloric makeup. Sucralose it is not digested by the body and simply eliminated which is the reason it does not make calories in the body. There has been much […]
