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  2. Diabetes-sniffing dogs: don't stick, lick - AOL

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    I initially came across a story about diabetes-detecting dogs that suggested this was a scam, but further research has convinced me that it is, in fact, great news for those suffering with type-1 ...

  3. Glycerin soap - Wikipedia

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    Glycerin soaps are soaps that contain glycerol, a component of fat or oil. They are recognizably different from other soaps because they are translucent. The clarity is due to the alignment of the soap molecules, which can be induced through the addition of alcohol and sugar. This is usually done for homemade glycerin soaps that are not remeltable.

  4. Diabetic? These Foods Will Help Keep Your Blood Sugar in Check

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    Quinoa. Quinoa has fiber and protein, and while it is enjoyed as a grain, it's actually a seed. Using it in place of other grains can help keep the blood-sugar effects of any given meal in check ...

  5. Substances poisonous to dogs - Wikipedia

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    Zinc phosphide is a combination of phosphorus and zinc. If ingested, the acid in a dog's stomach turns the compound into phosphine, which is a toxic gas. The phosphine gas crosses into the dog's cells and causes the cell to die. Signs of poisoning include vomiting, anxiety, and loss of coordination.

  6. Glycerol - Wikipedia

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    Glycerol (/ ˈɡlɪsərɒl /), [6] is a simple triol compound. It is a colorless, odorless, viscous liquid that is sweet-tasting and non-toxic. The glycerol backbone is found in lipids known as glycerides. It is also widely used as a sweetener in the food industry and as a humectant in pharmaceutical formulations.

  7. Why Every Dermatologist Loves Glycerin

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    Glycerin is also skin friendly and noncomedogenic, making it safe for all skin types. Houshmand calls it a great option for keeping acne-, rosacea-, and eczema-prone skin hydrated since it’s ...

  8. Hyperglycemia - Wikipedia

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    Hyperglycemia or hyperglycaemia is a condition in which an excessive amount of glucose (glucotoxicity) circulates in the blood plasma.This is generally a blood sugar level higher than 11.1 mmol/L (200 mg/dL), but symptoms may not start to become noticeable until even higher values such as 13.9–16.7 mmol/L (~250–300 mg/dL).

  9. Glycation - Wikipedia

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    Glycation (non-enzymatic glycosylation) is the covalent attachment of a sugar to a protein, lipid or nucleic acid molecule. [1] Typical sugars that participate in glycation are glucose, fructose, and their derivatives. Glycation is the non-enzymatic process responsible for many (e.g. micro and macrovascular) complications in diabetes mellitus ...