First ADA approved sugar free energy drink Pit Bull

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In the midst of the energy drink boom, Hip Hop Beverage Corporation, a Minority Business Enterprise that manufactures Pit Bull Sugar Free Energy Drink, has been the first energy drink approved by the American Diabetes Association as a free food product for diabetic consumers. Based on the nutrient analysis, serving size and ingredient composition, one serving (8fl. oz) of Pit Bull Sugar Free Energy Drink has no calories, no carbohydrates and most importantly, no sugar. These dietary exchanges are based on the Exchange List for Meal Planning by the American Diabetes Association and the American Dietetic Association.

I know there are plenty of you diabetics out there addicted to energy drinks, which one is your favorite? I know I used to be hooked on Low-carb Monster and man, was that a hard habit to kick. Though now I can say I’m quite happy with my organic green tea

First non-evasive diabetes screening device

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A one-minute experimental diabetes screening system that uses light to detect diabetes-related biomarkers found in skin regardless of color will be previewed tomorrow for the first time at the 67th annual meeting of the American Diabetes Association held at McCormick Place. Previously reported studies of a prototype of the portable desktop system have shown it outperforms both the fasting plasma glucose (FPG) test and the A1C test as a rapid and non-invasive screen for pre-diabetes and type 2 diabetes. The investigational device, not yet approved for use in the United States, is being designed for use at physician-supervised point-of-care locations.

Known as Scout DS™, manufactured by VeraLight Inc. of Albuquerque, New Mexico, the simple-to-use device weighs about 10 pounds and does not require the patient to fast or provide a blood sample. Using light directed onto a small area of an individual’s forearm the device is able to detect abnormal concentrations of advanced glycation endproducts (AGEs), which correlate well with diabetes and pre-diabetes and are associated with the disease’s serious complications. The medical device is slated for U.S. market introduction in the second half of 2008.

This looks especially cool but really, 10 pounds?

Artificial Diabetes Pancreas

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Scientists in Cambridge say they are moving a step closer to developing an artificial pancreas for people with diabetes.

They are conducting trials in Cambridge with 12 youngsters aged five to 18.

All have type-one diabetes which means their pancreas does not produce insulin – the hormone that regulates blood sugar levels.

I have to say either these kids are pretty brave or I’m a big sissy. Though if they get this stable and properly working it would be a really great thing. I just hope it doesn’t malfunction in one of these testers