16 Tips for Controlling Blood Sugar

16 Tips for Controlling Blood Sugar 

   We can control type 2 diabetes by following a diet that is low in fat, low in sugar, low in salt, and high in fibre.

It should consist mainly of plants and other foods with low glycemic index numbers, and be washed down with lots of water.

There are times however, no matter how successful we are at controlling our diabetes, that we experience 'unexplainable' swings (up or down) in our blood glucose levels. The reason is simple: we all have slightly different reactions to various foods, ie some foods will increase (or decrease) blood glucose levels for some people while others will experience no effects, adverse or otherwise, from eating these foods. To become adept at controlling our diabetes we need to know how we are affected by particular foodstuffs and drinks. We can only find this out by keeping track of our responses to them. To help, here are some notes on various foodstuffs and drinks that may affect your blood glucose levels in various ways. You should check these tips for controlling blood sugar against your own experience of how these particular foods affect you. 

Coffee Your blood sugar may rise after you drink coffee, even sugarless black coffee, due to the caffeine it contains. The caffeine in black and green tea or other drinks can have a similar effect on your blood glucose. Strangely, there are other compounds in coffee that have beneficial effects on your health. These include antioxidants such as chlorogenic acids and melanoidins, as well as N-methylpyridinium, which can boost cell defence mechanisms. So how does coffee, green tea etc affect your blood sugar levels? Refined bread The refined flour in white bread gives it a high value on the glycemic index, in excess of 70. Thus it is digested quickly and produces a rapid high spike in the level of your blood glucose.

 So you should eat bread made from 100% wholemeal flour. Bagels are often touted as a healthy alternative to white bread. Not so, if you are diabetic. Bagels contain more carbs and calories than a slice of bread... even the wholemeal ones. What is the best bread for you? Sugar-free foods These seem like a safe bet when you are diabetic. But this is not always true. Many sugar-free foods contain oodles of fat added to impart flavour. If you are a type 2 diabetic you need to rid your diet of fat as far as possible in order to unblock the glucose receptors in your muscle cells. Sugar-free foods may also contain a lot of starch, the main form of carbohydrates. You can only find out by checking the labels. Sugar alcohols, such as sorbitol and xylitol, are often added to sugar-free foodstuffs to make them taste sweet. 

While these compounds have fewer carbs than sucrose (table sugar), they may still have enough to boost your blood glucose levels. Again, check the labels. Eating out Going to restaurants always presents problems for diabetics. Trying to decide whether a dish on a menu meets your low-fat, low-sugar dietary criteria can be difficult. Food based on Chinese, Japanese and other Eastern cuisines is, in the main, quite healthy. However the white rice served in these restaurants contains lots of carbohydrates. It also has a relatively high GI value which means that the carbs are digested quickly and thus can give rise to a rapid spike in blood glucose levels. Some Eastern foods also have a high fat content. 

You need to avoid these foods. You need to be cautious when eating out in other Western restaurants. Pizza, French fries and other foods contain lots of carbs and fat. No matter where you eat, you should note the foods you have eaten. You should then check your blood sugar about 2 hours later. After a while a pattern will emerge and you'll be able to see which foods have an adverse affect on your glucose levels and what foods are safe to eat on a night out. Colds and flues Your blood glucose levels will rise when your body is trying to fight off an illness. There's not a lot you can do about that except to make sure you stay hydrated by drinking lots of water. Note that some medicines can increase your blood sugar levels even further. These include some antibiotics and decongestants for clearing your sinuses. For example, decongestants containing pseudoephedrine or phenylephrine are known to raise blood sugar. 

Cold medicines also sometimes have a little sugar or alcohol in them, so look for products that do not contain these ingredients. Antihistamines, however, don't cause a problem with blood glucose. You should ask your pharmacist about the possible effects of over-the-counter meds before you buy them. You should, of course, attend your doctor if an illness persists for more than two days or so. Other medications Several medicines in common use can have an adverse affect on blood sugar levels. Corticosteroids, such as prednisone, are used to treat rashes, arthritis, asthma, and many other conditions. 

They are known to boost your blood glucose levels. Diuretics (or water pills) that help regulate high blood pressure can also affect blood sugar levels adversely. Antidepressants can go either way... some raise, others tend to lower blood glucose. Birth control pills containing oestrogen can affect the way a woman's body handles insulin. Birth control injections and implants are known to raise blood sugar levels. However oral contraceptives are considered safe for women with diabetes. A combination pill containing norgestimate and synthetic oestrogen is recommended, though your doctor's advice should always be sought. 

Female hormones When a woman's hormones change during her monthly menstruation, her blood sugar levels change also. During menopause, the hormonal changes can make blood glucose even harder to control. You should keep a monthly record of your blood glucose levels to get a better idea of how they are affected by your menstrual cycle. Stress When you are stressed your body releases hormones, such as cortisol, that raise your blood glucose levels... no matter what the source (work, domestic, financial etc) of that stress. Blood sugar rises due to stress are more common among people with type 2 diabetes than more healthy persons.

 You need to change the things that are stressing you if that is possible. If not, you should train yourself to relax using deep breathing and physical exercise. Dried fruit Fresh fruit is always a healthy choice for a snack. Dried fruit is just as healthy. However, as the water has been taken out, it will contain on average about three times the amount of natural sugars and carbs by volume as fresh fruit. For example, one tablespoon of raisins, dried cranberries or dried cherries will have the same amount of carbs as three tablespoons of these fruits. Thus you should only eat a third of what you would eat if the fruit were fresh. Probiotics Probiotics are foods such as fresh yoghurt that contain healthy bacteria. 

These can improve your digestion. They may also help you control your blood glucose levels. But be cautious. Some yogurts contain added sugar and fruit. You need to check the labels and note the amount of carbohydrates. Your best bet is plain or light yogurt without added sugar. Vegan diet Several studies have found that people with type 2 diabetes who switch to a vegan (all vegetable-based) diet have better blood glucose control. Most are able to reduce or give up their medications. A few have actually reversed their diabetes. It can be difficult at first but if you follow a pure vegan diet you are guaranteed to experience very positive effects on your diabetes. 

Cinnamon Cinnamon is definitely one drug that helps reduce blood glucose levels two hours after a meal. It is also a handy way to add flavour to dishes without adding salt, carbs or calories. In this writer's experience a sprinkling of this spice on his oatmeal in the morning is worth between 0.3 and 0.5mml/L (5.4 to 9mg/L). This is a significant drop (almost 7% on average) when your are aiming for a target of 6mml/L (108mg/L) two hours after breakfast. Exercise Physical activity will boost your overall health. It will also contribute to keeping your blood glucose levels under control. However, as a diabetic, you need to tailor your exercise to suit your needs. 

If you work out hard enough to sweat and raise your heartbeat, your blood sugar may increase rapidly and then drop. In fact, intense or endurance-type exercise can reduce you blood glucose to a dangerously low level and keep it down for 24 hours or more afterwards. A snack before you begin could help prevent it dropping too low. You should check your blood sugar before, during, and after you exercise. That said, moderate exercise can have a very positive effect on blood glucose levels. For example, cleaning the house or mowing the lawn can help lower your blood sugar. 

There are many ways in which you can boost the amount of exercise you do. For example, walk up stairs instead of taking the elevator or park on the far side of the parking lot near your office or at your local supermarket. Small bits of moderate exercise all add up. Sports drinks The fact of the matter is that all you need after a workout is plain old H2O. Indeed unless you have had an extreme workout, plain water will replenish your fluids adequately. Sports drinks are usually full of sugars, calories and carbs, so if you must imbibe one, read the label carefully. Some of them contain as much sugar as a soda drink. 

Alcohol Alcohol, the world's most beloved recreational drug, is low in nutrients but high in empty calories, ie calories that have little or no nutritional value. Alcoholic drinks contain plenty of carbohydrates so drinking moderate amounts of alcohol will cause your blood sugar to go up. This initial rise soon wears off and the level of glucose in your blood starts falling. If you continue drinking then your blood glucose can continue to fall until you end up with hypoglycaemia (dangerously low blood sugar levels, aka a hypo). 

Even if you don't experience a hypo, your glucose level can stay too low for up to 12 hours after drinking. It's best to take your booze with food and to check your blood sugar two hours afterwards. Heat Heat makes your blood sugar harder to control. You are better off inside with the AC on when it's hot outdoors. You should drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration, and test your glucose levels from time to time. High temperatures can also affect your medications, glucose meter and test strips, so don't leave them locked in a hot car. 

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How to Thicken Hair With Coconut Milk, Aloe Vera, and Dr. Bronner's Soap

How to Thicken Hair With Coconut Milk, Aloe Vera, and Dr. Bronner's Soap  

Turns out coconut milk doesn't just make a mean curry, aloe vera doesn't just treat burns, and Dr. Bronner's soap doesn't just smell good.

These three ingredients, when combined, have had phenomenal effects on my hair's thickness, color and overall health.

Here's the recipe: 1/4 cup coconut milk (I use organic) 1/4 cup aloe vera juice (I use George's 100% Aloe Vera Juice, and I order from Amazon) 3 tablespoons Dr. Bronner's liquid castile soap (I use lavender or hemp tea tree, and I get it at my local grocery store or Target)

 Here's the process: Mix all ingredients together and pour into a spray bottle. The contents will settle between uses, so shake well before applying. Spray hair, focusing on roots. Massage into scalp and enjoy the rich lather! Here's why your hair will love this: The primary ingredient in this recipe is coconut. 

The first ingredient in Dr. Bronner's liquid castile soap is coconut oil, and coconut milk is made out of... well, coconut. Why is this important? Coconut oil has been proven to actually regrow hair. Furthermore, I've researched what the Top 10 nutrients are that promote hair growth, and this simple recipe is packed with eight out of the top ten! Below are the top nutrients for hair. I've placed a double asterisk next to the eight that are in this recipe. 

1. Protein** Our hair is about 97% protein. Therefore, foods rich in protein are literally giving us the building blocks for our hair. Without enough protein, our bodies can't replace the hairs that we naturally shed every day, and what we do make can be dry, brittle, or weak. How can we tell if we're getting enough protein? For a sedentary person, the suggestion is to have 1.2 grams per kg of body weight. For people with disease, the suggestion is 1.5 grams. And for active individuals, the suggestion is 1.8 grams. So for example, I weigh 130 pounds. My weight in kilograms is 130/2.2, which equals 59 kg. I'm a pretty active person, so I should use the 1.8 grams suggestion. Therefore, I should have 59 x 1.8, which equals 106.2 grams of protein a day. 

2. Omega-3 Fatty Acids** About 3% of our hair shaft is made up of omega-3 fatty acids. They are also found in the skin of our scalp as well as the natural oils that keep our scalp and hair hydrated. Our body does not produce omega-3 fatty acids on its own, so we need to get it from external sources. 

3. Biotin Too little biotin can lead to hair-thinning and even loss. Because of its follicle-boosting properties, you will find biotin in the list of ingredients in many hair-thickening shampoos and products. 

4. Copper** This mineral helps keep our natural hair color rich and lustrous. 

5. Zinc** Like biotin, a lack of zinc can lead to hair loss. Too little zinc can also cause a dry, flaky scalp. 

6. Beta-Carotene** This is an antioxidant that our bodies convert to vitamin A, which helps protect and produce the oils that sustain our scalp. Being low on vitamin A can cause itchy, annoying dandruff.

 7. Iron** Iron helps carry oxygen to our hair follicles. Just as we need oxygen to breathe, so too does our hair. Breathing keeps them alive and vibrant. Too little iron, which is known as anemia, is a major cause of hair loss.

 8. Folate** The supplement form of this nutrient is folic acid. When I expressed to my doctor that I was concerned about my hair thinning, she recommended I take a folic acid supplement. It promotes faster and thicker hair growth.

 9. Vitamin C** Vitamin C is critical for circulation to the scalp. It supports the tiny blood vessels that feed the follicles. Too little C in our diet can lead to hair breakage. 10. Vitamin B5 Also known as pantothenic acid, this vitamin is a common ingredient in hair care products. Here's to having a good hair day!  

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Hair Transplant Procedure and Importance of Choosing an Experienced Hair Surgeon

Hair Transplant Procedure and Importance of Choosing an Experienced Hair Surgeon

Is it possible to get rid of baldness?

A person with thin or no hair undergoes lots of emotional stress and embarrassment.

He or she does not want to go out in the public out of fear people will laugh at them. Baldness or reduced hair is a common problem in both men and women. However, the good news is now it is possible to get rid of baldness with a surgery. 

Hair transplant versus wearing wigs Many of you might believe wearing wigs is a good option over a costly hair surgery. However, the main problem with wigs is that they do not look as good as natural looking hair. Your friends and colleagues will easily find the truth resulting in sinking down of your self-esteem and confidence. So, you can go for hair transplantation to get the most natural result. Choosing the best surgeon Hair transplant is a very delicate and time-consuming procedure. You must consult an experienced, reputable hair surgeon who has done successful surgeries before. 

He will patiently listen to your case, go through your medical history, check your current health condition and suggest a procedure that is best for removing your baldness permanently. While you may find many surgeons promising the best treatment in the region, you should choose a hair surgeon only after going through his level of experience. For example, for how many years he is in the medical profession? Is he capable of performing grafts, FUE treatment, etc.? How much the procedure costs? You must have answers to all these questions before selecting a surgeon. 

Methods to opt for There are two basic types of transplantation - FUT (Follicular Unit Hair Transplantation) and FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction). In case of FUT treatment, your surgeon will remove hair from the donor strip while in the FUE technique the surgeon will remove hair one by one directly from the donor area follicle by follicle. He will transplant the plucked hair in your thinning or bald areas. It is only a good expert surgeon who uses state of the art method to give you natural looking hair and a youthful appearance. He will recommend the best type of treatment to produce the most natural result. 

The clinic you visit must not only have experienced doctors but also friendly and caring staffs. Is the process painful? Although our scalp is a pretty delicate area and the very idea of any cuts on the head might be scary, yet new advanced methods of today make the procedure less painful and more comfortable. Your surgeon will give local anesthesia to numb the area where they will plant donor hair. I know a few people who underwent transplant and they said they haven't experienced any pain or discomfort at all. 

You can go for an advanced follicular unit treatment where you will be ready to leave for home on the same day the surgery took place. If you chose the FUSE technique, you will not need any stitches. How much the surgery costs? A typical hair replacement may range from $3500-$20,000 per session depending on how good is your surgeon, how many grafts you need, etc. 

Follicular Unit Extraction treatment is pretty costly and only a specialist can do it. While the price of FUE grafting may range anywhere from $7- $12 US dollars, FUT method requires you to pay close to $4-7 per graft. The charge of grafting is however cheaper in countries like India.  

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4 Reasons You Aren't Losing Weight

4 Reasons You Aren't Losing Weight.

It's the dream of every person interested in losing weight to lose as much weight as possible within a short period of time.

While some people attain their target weights within the set time, the majority of them don't.

     Have been exercising, dieting and doing all the right things and still can't lose weight? 
I understand that it can be very frustrating. If you are one of these people, here are some of the major reasons why you aren't losing weight: 

You Have Hit A Plateau Ask anyone who has tried losing weight and he/she will tell you that he/she has hit a plateau at a certain time. There are many factors that can result to you hitting a plateau. One of the reasons is engaging in the same workouts over and over again. Remember that your body needs to be challenged for it to progress.

 To avoid the plateau, you should change your program after very 4-6 weeks. Another reason for the plateau is if you aren't eating enough calories. Research studies show that if you don't have enough fuel to sustain your level of activity, you will definitely stop losing weight. 

Although, it's recommended that you exercise for you to lose weight, overtraining has been linked with a plateau. When you over train, you overwork your body and the body responds by decreasing the amount of calories that you burn. You Avoid Proteins Proteins are not only important in building muscles, they also enhance the feeling of satiety.

 They also prevent you from losing muscle. The best way of taking proteins is taking them in your breakfast. Great sources of proteins include: lean poultry, fish, black beans and lentils. You Are Inconsistent For you to be successful in anything in life, you need to be consistent. There is no way you will exercise one day and then relax the other-you need to be consistent. 

To lose weight you need to engage in both cardio and strength training exercise. When it comes to cardio exercises, you should engage in interval training for 2-3 days a week. To burn more fat you should alternate between high intensity and low intensity exercises while leaving enough recovery time. Strength training exercises are aimed at helping you to build muscle. To make the exercises exciting you should engage in circuit training. 

This is where you do one exercise after another. In addition to building muscle, you increase your heart rate and burn a lot of calories. To build muscles fast you should regularly challenge yourself. This calls for you to always lift weights that are enough for you. You Have A Medical Condition Medication conditions such as thyroid diseases will prevent you from losing weight. 

Thyroid deficiency will cause a reduction in the rate of metabolism which will result to weight gain. If you have a medical condition, you should visit your medical doctor to have it rectified. Conclusion These are some of the reasons why you aren't losing weight. To continue losing the weight you need to identify what is deterring you from doing it and fix it.  

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5 Exercises on How to Lose Weight

5 Exercises on How to Lose Weight 

There are many exercises that can help you lose weight from certain points of your body. 

You cannot escape from the fact that to attain healthy weight and a toned body, you need to eat a healthy diet and exercise.

Specific exercises to lose weight include: ? Walking Walking is the most inexpensive and easy way to shed off those extra pounds from your body. Just put on your shoes and hit the road for a walk. Research shows that walking is one of the best forms of exercise you can undertake and is better than most other forms of exercise like running on a treadmill. 

It helps you a lot to get out in nature and experience it. Not only is it good for your health but also reduces your stress and uplifts your mood. ? Kettlebell Traditional weights are evenly balanced, where as the kettle bell is not, it requires your body to help counter the differential weight and makes your body actually work and can even provide burning up to 300-400 calories in twenty minutes. ? Swimming It is one of the most widely recognized and well-known exercises for losing weight. 

A good long swim for about an hour will help you shed off quite a bit of that weight, as long as you keep on doing it regularly. ? Cycling Another excellent exercise is cycling, this will help you lose weight quicker than most work outs and the best thing is that if you have a stationary cycle at home, you can just hop on whenever you want. Plus it's good for the heart as well. ? Dancing Just go mad all around your room. Oh, and also you might want to clean up your area, (room), because you'll bump into stuff otherwise. 

Remember to have fun, feel free and express yourself, which is what dancing is all about. You may not have the best spins or neatest twirls, but as long as you feel the rhythm, you're a good dancer. So, you can follow any of the above exercises to lose weight. However, you can conduct these exercises in an aerobic way or in an anaerobic fashion.

 Aerobic, means with oxygen. Aerobic exercises increase oxygen supply in the body, improves your metabolism and helps a lot in losing weight. To perform aerobic exercises, you need to be at a certain heart rate and it requires a certain method to be followed. The heart rate to be maintained is given by the formula, 180-your age. So, if you're 30 years of age the ideal heart rate that you would like to be at to conduct aerobic exercise is 150. 

However, you can exercise at any rate within 10 points below your optimum heart rate and you will still be doing aerobic exercise. So, in this example you can exercise at any rate between 140-150 and you will be conducting aerobic exercise. This form of exercise will improve your metabolism and hence your ability to lose fat. 

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The Causes and Treatment of Leukemia

The Causes and Treatment of Leukemia 

Leukemia is the cancer of the white blood cells.

It is also referred to as blood cancer when the white blood cells are abnormally high.

It's a kind of cancer that makes the bone marrow produce large number of immature white blood cells that are found in the blood system. Leukemia came from the Greek words 'bloodleukos' and 'heima' which refers to excess white blood cells in the blood. This disease was officially diagnosed in Edinburg, 1845 by John Hughes but has been on for centuries. 

It is a fatal cancer disease that affects children and adults with a very bleak survival rate. When old cells in the body die, they are quickly replaced by new ones but in the case of leukemia, the old cells do not die and new ones are subsequently produced thereby increasing more cells in the body and causing blood cancer. However, when there are excess white blood cells in the body or leukemia, over time the number of blood cells will overcrowd other blood cells and make it difficult for blood to carry out its function. 

The body's immune systems are also affected and unable to fight infections. There are 4 major types of leukemia namely chronic myeloid leukemia, chronic lymphocytic leukemia, acute lymphocytic leukemia and acute myeloid leukemia. Most forms of acute leukemia are quite risky with a very slim survival rates but can be treated as soon as it's diagnosed early. Early symptoms of leukemia are as follows; 

There could be signs of reoccurring fever which might fail to recede after medication. In such cases it is very difficult to diagnose, due to absence of any bacteria pathogen. The immune system could be broken down because of the presence of white blood cells thereby making the body very feeble to contact diseases such as tuberculosis, candidiasis and so on. 

Due to the destruction of the red blood cells, another early signs of leukemia is the presence of tiny red spot mostly seen on the skins or in the oral cavity. An early symptom of leukemia in children includes fatigue, weakness

 Other symptoms include kidney problem, loss of libido, excessive sweating, skin rashes, and nausea. Such are symptoms characterized with someone suffering from leukemia and as such it is better to go for

 The cure for leukemia In the 18th century, arsenic was the oldest form of treatment for leukemia before Thomas Fowler invented a solution of potassium bicarbonate and arsenic trioxide which was then known as fowler's solution. It became a standard remedy to treat leukemia and anemia diseases before it was replaced in the 20th century by radiation therapy which has been very helpful in curing leukemia. 

But today, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, 6-mercaptopurin, and aminopterin, has been replaced with genetic analysis and bone marrow transplant which is considered as the most effective means in curbing the menace of leukemia or cancer of the blood.  

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Does A Certain Percentage Of People Never Get Hair Loss or Shedding? How Many?

Does A Certain Percentage Of People Never Get Hair Loss or Shedding? How Many?

When your hair is falling out aggressively, it starts to wear on you after a while.

You often look for proof that you are not alone and that you are not the only one going through this.

     And, luckily, this is easily accomplished by going to hair loss forums. Still, many of us look around at our family and friends and don't see anyone who is going through the same thing. So we start to wonder how common telogen effluvium truly is

. Someone might ask: "what percentage of women will actually experience telogen effluvium in their life time? I have been dealing with shedding for about five months. I've finally been connecting with people on a hair loss forum. 

But these are women from all over the world. In my own hometown, I don't know anyone who is experiencing what I am going through. I have surveyed all of my friends. They all look at me like they have no idea what I am talking about. Some of them have even asked me if I'm exaggerating a little. My sisters and my mother have never had hair loss. How many women will actually get telogen effluvium?

    Is it a small number or a large number?" I have tried to research this and the answer seems to be that the number varies depending on who you ask. Without question, the highest percentage of women who get this type of shedding seem to be new mothers. I found a statistic indicating that as many as approximately twenty percent of women who have just given birth will have at least some hair loss.

 Of course, the severity of this differs. While I had horrific shedding after I gave birth, I've had friends who just noticed a couple of days of aggressive hair loss that quickly passed. So my friends saw no real long term change in their hair while I most definitely could not say the same. 

Telogen effluvium due to other issues (like dieting, surgery, medications, and stress) seems to be more rare. But many of us have read about women who have severe shedding and who have no children. Or, we have experienced this ourselves. It doesn't feel all that rare when it's happening to you. Specialists will tell you that 95 percent of all hair loss is due to androgens or genetic thinning. (Or the condition most commonly known as androgenetic alopecia.) 

     This is a very common statistic that you can find anywhere. So that leaves only five percent of hair loss to be divided up among the other types of loss like alopecia areata or traction alopecia. I've seen statistics which indicate that anywhere from 2 to 10 percent of all women will get telogen effluvium at some time in their lives. Obviously, if you have given birth, your risk factor goes up. 

Some women (like myself) seem to be particularly vulnerable to any change in their bodies or in their lives. And it seems that some women are immune to this risks, and can have birth, get surgery, diet, and go off and on medications and never have it affect their hair. I know that it's common and understandable to hope that you are not alone. I can tell you that you're not. You may not personally know people going through this.

 But all you need is a computer to find support and people who can sympathize. There are many forums where you can communicate and get support. I know that this isn't as ideal as knowing someone in your community or family understands, but for many of us, that's not our reality.  

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The Doctor Said I Am Prediabetic, What Should I Do Now?

The Doctor Said I Am Prediabetic, What Should I Do Now?

"Prediabetes" described a condition wherein blood glucose levels that are higher than normal but not high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes outright.

Pre-diabetes puts person so diagnosed at a higher risk for developing type 2 diabetes and associated complications.

The biochemical profile of the blood is with an A1C of 5.7% - 6.4%, a fasting blood glucose of 100 - 125 mg/dl and an OGTT [Oral Glucose Tolerance Test] 2 hour blood glucose of 140 mg/dl - 199 mg/dl. There are no clear symptoms of pre-diabetes, so, it is common to have it and not know it. 

Pre-diabetes is really an opportune time because it gives one a second chance to straighten out their diet and lifestyle. It is not panic time. A Chinese proverb often quoted goes like this: A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. 

Diabetes is a chronic disease; pre-diabetes is analogous to the beginning step of the chronic journey of type 2 diabetes. At this stage one has numerous options. The very first decision to make is not go any further than pre-diabetes in the diabetes journey. Learn all you can from your doctor. Research it on the internet in diabetes forums and blogs. Make friends with others who are pre-diabetic or diabetic and exchange experiences. 

Be entirely open-minded. There is more help out there than most realize. Analyze your food. Get a glucometer. Before any meal check your blood sugar and repeat 2 hours after meal. This is a simple way to determine which food gives you a higher glycemic response and build you self a list of foods to avoid. This is how you distinguish what your body is telling you versus what your taste buds are telling you.

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 Be diligent in doing this and respect the foods on you avoid list like a plague. No yea but. No rationalizations. Be blunt about not negotiating. This is a unique opportunity to prevent diabetes from gaining a foothold in your body. Learn about food. Search out nutritionists and dieticians and consult with them. They will introduce you to foods you don't know are good for you yet and ones you must begin to avoid. 

At the stage of pre-diabetes, you can arrest diabetes from blossoming. If you are overweight, this is a time to embark on shedding some pounds. Get involved with exercise. It does not have to be knockout drag out iron pumping exercise. We are talking simple things like swimming, walking around the block, taking the dog out, riding a bicycle, power walking, using the steps instead of the elevator, etc. 

When you go shopping, park the car a little farther away so you can put in some walking. It would not hurt to obtain a gym membership if only to use the very many equipment they have to achieve your exercise goals.  

Tips to Choose the Best HGH Supplement

Tips to Choose the Best HGH Supplement 

HGH (Human Growth Hormone) also known as somatotropin is naturally produced by the pituitary gland. 

This hormone is responsible for cell growth and regeneration and increases muscle mass and bone density.

The level of secretion of this hormone is at peak during puberty and drops sharply starting in early 20s. Through a simple blood test you can get to know if you are suffering from GH deficiency. As the production of growth hormone decreases with age, the body begins to denigrate leading to untimely ageing, obesity, muscle loss and slow healing process.

 To overcome the deficiency of HGH, people prefer to take HGH supplements. These supplements stimulate the pituitary gland to produce the human growth hormones. There are a number of companies which claim that they offer the best HGH supplements in the market. But it is important to note that not all the supplements can offer you the desired result. 

It can get difficult for consumers to make the right choice. Here are some tips to help you choose the best HGH supplement: - Injection or Organic HGH Supplement- These two are the most commonly available products in the market. 

The consumers have to make a choice between artificial injections and natural herb supplements. Both have their own advantages and disadvantages. -Research- Doing a small market study on the best HGH supplement available in the market can help you find the products that have been thoroughly tested and used by millions of people worldwide. 

Make sure that you buy the products which are approved by FDA and have been rated high by the consumers. -Health and Fitness magazines- You can also find the details about several HGH supplements in various health and fitness magazines. They also publish reviews of the products offered by different companies. -Dietician- You can consult a doctor or a dietician who has specialization in nutrition and diet supplement. 

They can guide you in the best way and can prescribe the best HGH supplement for you. -Internet- if you love browsing, there are innumerable websites online which offers reviews of the various supplements available in the market. 

There are many forums where people share their experiences about a particular product or service. Going through the various online resources available will help you make an informed choice. High quality supplements are safe and have no side effects. 

They are also recommended by reputed doctors.  

Natural Acne Treatment: 6 Simple Factors That Can Transform Your Skin

Natural Acne Treatment: 6 Simple Factors That Can Transform Your Skin  

In this article we're going to discuss some of the most effective ways to get rid of your acne naturally. 

If you carefully follow these steps, they will ensure to provide you with a clear and flawless skin. So let's get started! 

    1."Water" The Greatest Gift of Nature: Highlighting all the benefits of water is beyond the scope of this article. But when we talk about its role in fighting acne or skin care in general, following are the few facts which we rely on: Water is neither acidic nor basic. It has a pH of 7 (which means it's neutral) and is essential for our skin hydration. Water helps get rid of excess oil and toxic waste from our body that contribute in the development of acne. Water acts as a natural moisturizer for our skin and prevents pore clogging. 

And most importantly, water aids in alleviating the stress we get from our everyday tasks. Think about it: when your stress is reduced, you'll naturally get a better sleep, which on its own is a great plus for your overall health. To get the most out of water, keep the following things in mind: Drink at least 10 to 12 glasses of water each day. Avoid excessive intake of teas, sodas, alcohols, and coffees [keyword: excessive]. Why? Because they are "partial diuretics." And what they do is that they drive much more water out of your body cells than they put in. 

   2. Keep Away From Astringents: The main reason for keeping away from astringents is that they shrink your skin pores. When that happens: oils, dirt, and bacteria get trapped in them - causing pore clogging and acne as a result. Therefore, avoiding all types of astringent agents or astringent natural soaps including: oatmeal, rubbing alcohol, witch hazel, and very cold water, becomes essential to claim an acne-free skin. 

   3. Avoiding Stimulants: Certain stimulants including: cigarettes, tea, coffee, and excessive amount of sugar from different types of sodas and sweets, can accelerate your sebaceous glands to release more oil. This excessive oil production leads towards further development of acne by clogging up your skin pores. Therefore, you should make sure to keep their consumption at bare minimum. 

   4. Be Conscious About Your Diet: Contrary to the popular belief, experts have acknowledged that acne has a certain relation to your diet. Having said that, it makes sense to be watchful with your diet. You have to avoid certain foods in your diet that have been found guilty in triggering the development of acne. These foods include: Foods that contain huge amount of fats. They are capable of producing excessive oil in our body and can certainly contribute in acne formation. Overcooked, spicy, fried, and highly toxic foods should also be avoided. Try to eat them occasionally, if not forgetting them completely. 

  Foods that you're allergic to. Because when you eat those foods, it puts an extra burden on your organs of elimination, which eventually triggers acne. 5. Avoid Alcohol: Alcohol might help in eliminating stress or get you a temporary relaxing sensation, but it certainly does NO good to your skin. Studies have shown that because alcohol is an astringent, it shrinks the skin pores and makes them even more prone to clogging. Moreover, alcohol also inhibits you from sleeping, causing more stress and aggravation of your acne.

    Therefore, alcohol doesn't only have the potential to trigger your acne, but it can also drastically affect your overall health. 6. Hotness and Coldness DOES matter Using hot water for rinsing purposes can end up making your skin dry or even burned. On the other hand, very cold water shrinks your skin pores in a fraction of time. In general, it is always great to use lukewarm water for your ablutions. However, there's a way to kill two birds with one stone... Follow these simple steps to do that: If you're using any cleansers or scrubs to wash your face, you should first use warm water to open the pores. 

   Now that your pores have been opened, you can use your cleanser or scrub or whatever you use to rinse your face. Again, rinse your cleanser with warm water to let your pores get cleaned nicely. Now rinse your face with very cold water to close your pores and don't let the dirt to find any space in your pores. This method is 1000 times better than your ordinary way of rinsing your face. Try to adopt this method as long as you can, and you'll no doubt observe considerable improvement in your acne. 

That concludes our comprehensive discussion on exploring 6 simple and easy ways for the best natural acne treatment. I can assume that you've been able to gather a lot of useful information from this article. I hope you'll make use of what you've learned today and start taking practical steps to clear away your acne.  

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