There are many issues regarding diabetes that all of us should know. Most of which are helpful on general terms and in common circumstances. However, differentiating fact from fiction is important for taking precaution against diabetes.
First of all, let us take a look at the basic things regarding diabetes. There are three types of diabetes; type 1, type 2 and gestational.

Type 1 diabetes is also known as ‘juvenile diabetes’ by which a person’s pancreas does not produce insulin. Insulin is a type of hormone vital for the control of our body’s sugar level in our blood. There are no methods which this disease can be prevented as it is not caused by overeating of sugar. Therefore cutting down your sugar intake is not the answer as it is your pancreas that is not able to produce insulin.

Type 1 diabetes patients can take in insulin to control the sugar levels in their blood. Though it cannot be cured, this condition is certainly containable which makes it none life threatening if insulin is taken as prescribed.

Type 2 diabetes on the other hand could result from the patient’s body not being able to use the insulin properly. This condition is containable and preventable; by not overeating sugary and sweet foods.

Gestational diabetes is a diabetic condition that occurs during pregnancy. The causes of this diabetes type are unknown but it could be explained by the hormonal changes in the woman body during pregnancy.

Fiction: ‘I’m just having mild diabetes.”

Fact: There’s no mild or serious cases of diabetes, it’s the case of you have it or you don’t and if you do, it’s definitely serious.

Fiction: ‘Insulin is the antidote to diabetes. I can stop eating them once I feel fine.”

Fact: Insulin does not cure diabetes. It helps maintain and manage your sugar levels in the blood. Stopping your insulin prescription could immediately increase your sugar levels.

Fiction: ‘People diagnosed with diabetes cannot eat sugars or carbohydrate.’

Fact: People diagnosed with diabetes still need sugar to provide them energy. However they must take their insulin prescription regularly as recommended to ensure that the sugar will be absorbed by the body and do not stay in the blood.

Fiction: ‘I don’t feel sick or I feel absolutely fine so I’m not diabetic.’

Fact: There is no affirmative way other than a blood test to tell that whether a person is diabetic because diabetes sometimes produces no symptoms and one-third of diabetic patients do not know they have the condition.

Now that you’ve heard of these facts, kindly read on to see the vitamins and minerals that can help prevent diabetes. They (1) enhance insulin sensitivity and synthesis or (2) maintain a stable balance of sugar and carbohydrate metabolism:

(1) Zinc, Chromium, Vitamin B8 (Biotin),
(2) Vanadium, Manganese, Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)

Sources of these vitamins and minerals can be found in:

Zinc – Oysters, red meat, poultry.
Chromium – Broccoli, grape juice, garlic.
Vitamin B8 (Biotin) – Eggs, sardines, soy beans, beef liver.
Vanadium – Black Pepper, corn, olives, olive oil.
Manganese – Macadamia nuts, almonds, cashew nuts, hazel nuts, brown rice.
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) – Soy beans, potatoes, eggs, fish, meat, poultry.

It must be at least 60 pages long. i don’t want anything more than 500 pages. Needs to be at least 7th grade reading level. I DON’T want an autobiography about someone famous. like I don’t want a biography of like a singer or movie star. If it is an autobiography it must be about a very touching personal experience like going though the holocaust or living with a disease (like autism or dyslexia). I would really enjoy like a non-fiction mystery that reads like a novel and not as an informational book. I am on 9th grade. We have one month to read the book and then we do a report on it.

Some subjects I am interested in are…
-The study of different disabilities, like autism, mental retardation, dyslexia and down’s syndrome. (I am especially interested in the study of Autistic savants.) I wanna teach special education and maybe be an analyst for kids with disabilities (some day) so I love that kind of stuff.
-The Science behind absolute pitch and musical prodigies
-I just REALLY like science in general so along those lines will definitely be considered. but I don’t want a anything about like creation of the earth theories or evolution (i don’t believe in that kind of stuff)
-I also really like music and art
-Also a book about like proving certain myths are fake would be cool to.

Yes, yes…I know, I’m picky and particular but I really want to like this book and I’ve never been a fan of non-fiction.

Have any suggestions for me? THANKS
- Lindsey

I’ve currently run out of books to look for, so I needed some opinions.
I absolutely adore fantasy and fiction books, especially when they have a unique taste to them.

Such as: Harry Potter series and Twilight series.
Those are my two favorite series I’ve read.
They have their own little twist and don’t follow along with all the boring myths people always revolve around.

Any suggestions of what I should look for?
- Erica

You see them everywhere; on the back of books or magazines, listed on websites, on posters if they are films and sometimes whole sites on the internet are geared to listing them for every conceivable product. So, what are they? And, why are they so important?

They are reviews and they are important because they help consumers decide whether or not they want to purchase that particular product or service. They are also an excellent marketing tactic for the companies or authors who request them. The trouble is, anyone can write a review but not everyone can write a good review. Quality will be the key factor in encouraging the consumer, to buy or not to buy that particular product, so that review must grab them almost straightaway.

So, how do you write a good review? Easy. Here are my Top 10 Tips to becoming a good and respected reviewer whatever the product. Please note these tips can apply to anything that you need to review. Some of the suggestions might even be obvious but you will be surprised at how often they are omitted:

1. The most important tip is to enjoy what you do. You must be an avid reader and enjoy discovering new talent and products. If you dont, it will show in your review and you are in the wrong job.

2. As you read or browse, make a mental note or write it down if you think you will forget, of specific areas of the product that spark something in you. This could be an act or situation in a novel that you can personally relate to. For example, I could relate to the title of one novel that I reviewed recently. I was interested to see if the title mirrored my own personal experiences. Whether it did or didnt, in the end, is immaterial but what I felt on a personal level was then added to the final review.

3. Think about what the product says to you as a reviewer. Do you hate it? Are there particular facts or information that you feel are incorrect e.g. historical dates or myths? Does it excite or anger you? What other emotions does it instil in you? As an example, I read and reviewed a novel some time ago, that stated, what I saw as, two incorrect historical facts. It didnt mean that I hated the novel, far from it, but it did mar my enjoyment of it. I stated my feelings in the final review, but unfortunately I received no acknowledgment that the author had received the completed piece. So, be warned. It does not automatically mean your opinions will be liked or accepted. You will, however, gain respect and a good and fair reputation as a reviewer. If you are not honest with yourself and/or your clients, then what is the point of the review?

4. One of my bad habits in writing is repeating the same word over and over again. Make use of a thesaurus to find another way of saying a similar thing.

5. Make sure you have all relevant information correct in your review. Sometimes, it can be easy to forget the name of a specific character in a novel, product name or even contact information for the author/webmaster. Check the facts again. Try not to make any errors in that respect otherwise it looks like you havent even looked at the product or that you care about what you are reviewing.

6. If you are reviewing a novel or book, dont just write what the novel is about in your own words and have, at worst, one line of your own thoughts. Believe me I have seen reviews out there like this. This is an example of a very poor review. A review is an opinion; yours. The reader wants to know what you thought of the novel not just what the book or product is about even if it is written in your own words. Remember: That is what the synopsis is for!

7. Unless you are working for a review site that asks for this way of writing a review, dont mark separate areas of the novel or product with ratings or points. This method is extremely hard and boring to read. Reviews for books should be short and to the point. They are supposed to be designed to attract the buyer in a limited time. Reviews are not always the most exciting things to read unless you are looking for a specific item. Using this way of reviewing guarantees the loss of interest or sale for your client.

8. Develop your own style of writing. When I started reviewing I had to follow a set standard review format because that was what was required at the site I worked for. Over the years, I have stuck to this basic format but have developed my own style and pattern. Personalise your work.

9. Communicate with your clients. Have a happy, cheerful, friendly disposition and they will submit to you again in the future.

10. And, finally, have fun!

So, there you go. If you follow the tips above I can guarantee you will be well on your way to becoming a proficient reviewer.

Happy Reviewing!


- Carrie White