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The term diabetes traces back to Demetrius of Apamea (1st century BC). For a long time, the condition was described and treated in traditional Chinese medicine as xiāo kě (消渴; "wasting-thirst"). Physicians of the medieval Islamic world, including Avicenna, have also written on diabetes. Early accounts often referred to diabetes as a ...
The manager of the bank at which the robbery takes place has diabetes and is threatened by the hostage taking, as he needs medication. [16] Fed Up: 2014: The documentary film highlights that too much sugar in American diets is a strong reason for the prevalence of diabetes mellitus type 2 in the United States. [24] The Founder: 2016
Aretaeus (Ancient Greek: Ἀρεταῖος) is one of the most celebrated of the ancient Greek physicians.Little is known of his life. He was ethnically Greek, born in the Roman province of Cappadocia, Asia Minor (modern day Turkey), [1] [2] [3] and most likely lived in the second half of the second century AD. [4]
A new study suggests ancient grain consumption is associated with improved health outcomes for people with type 2 diabetes. Ancient grains like oats are rich in dietary fiber and phytochemicals ...
A new review showed ancient grains can improve cholesterol levels in people with type 2 diabetes. Aside from incorporating more ancient grains in your diet, experts recommend portion control, and ...
The "channel theory" was prevalent at the time of writing of the Ebers papyrus; it suggested that unimpeded flow of bodily fluids is a prerequisite for good health. The Ebers papyrus may be considered a precursor of ancient Greek humeral pathology and the subsequently established theory of humorism , providing a historical connection between ...
Glucose Tolerance and Random Plasma Glucose Test. An oral glucose tolerance test checks how your body responds to glucose. Your blood glucose levels are measured before you consume 75 grams of ...
Forks Over Knives is a 2011 American documentary film which argues that avoiding animal products and ultra-processed foods, and instead eating a whole-food, plant-based diet (whole grains, legumes, tubers, vegetables, and fruits), may serve as a form of chronic illness intervention.