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Diabetes and High Cholesterol

If you are a Type I (IDDM) or Type II (NIDDM) diabetic, your chances of heart disease drastically increase if you also have been diagnosed with high cholesterol.
Diabetics With High Cholesterol Levels May Have Vision Problems
Researchers at Harvard University found that individuals who had the highest levels of low density lipoprotein (LDL, the “bad” cholesterol) were twice as likely to develop macular edema than individuals with lower levels of LDL. This study was published in the November issue of the journal, Diabetes.
What You Should Know About Diabetes and Heart Disease
A study published by International Diabetes Foundation states that approximately 18.2 million people in the United States have Type II diabetes, but an estimated 5.2 million don't even know they have it. Individuals who have diabetes are also highly susceptible to heart disease, which is an also often a silent disease until a heart attack or stroke occurs.
The Dangers of High Cholesterol If You Have Diabetes
Good blood sugar control is important to your overall health if you are a diabetic. It is also important for your cholesterol levels, too. Loose control over your blood sugar just doesn't lead to high glucose levels - it can lead to increased cholesterol levels and heart disease risk.
American Diabetic Association: Diabetes and Heart Disease
Did you know that 2 out of 3 people with diabetes die from heart disease and stroke? Link for Life, which is a program brought to you by the American Diabetic Association, educates you about diabetes and its connection with heart disease.
Managing High Triglycerides, Cholesterol In Diabetes
When you have diabetes, high blood sugars are not the only thing you need to worry about - high cholesterol and triglycerides may also occur. If you are diabetic, here are some ways to keep your cholesterol and triglycerides within normal levels.
Atherosclerosis, Dyslipidemia, and Diabetes
Atherosclerosis, also known as "hardening of the arteries", is the leading cause of heart attacks and strokes. This article explains why diabetics are predisposed to high cholesterol levels and heart disease.
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