Diabetes Symptom

When I was first diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at the age of
21, I had not given the first thought to living a healthy
diabetic lifestyle. As far as I was concerned, a healthy
lifestyle was reserved only for fitness junkies and overweight
moms.

I didn’t know squat about the benefits and overall happiness a
healthy lifestyle would lead to. I was perfectly content eating
frozen pizza, smoking cigarettes, and binge drinking on a
regular basis. After I was diagnosed with diabetes, I had a
lengthy discussion with my doctor that resulted in an epiphany,
“Everything I love is killing me!”

First, we’ll define what I mean by healthy lifestyle. When I
asked the question, “What is a healthy lifestyle?” the common
answer seemed to be, “Don’t smoke, don’t drink, eat only
vegetables and protein, and make sure to exercise every day.”

My first thought was, “You can give that crap right back to the
birds.” I was 21, loved to party, and absolutely chock full of
testosterone.

The ideas, practices, and benefits a healthy lifestyle provided
sounded great for managing my diabetes, but I sure didn’t like
the idea of my social life falling off the face of the planet.
Believing in the power of moderation, I made some compromises
with my disease:

1. Smoking

I quit smoking cigarettes and only smoked cigars on special
occasions such as bachelor parties, Super Bowls, or the birth of
my first child. That last part was a joke. After many years of
searching, special occasions are the only reason I can find to
put nicotine or smoke of any kind in your body.

2. Drinking

For me, this was a big one. I’m not really the type of guy that
likes to meet girls at church, and school was not really an
option for me, but drinking was all my friends and I did. As a
result, drinking alcohol (sadly enough) was a major component of
my social life. From that day forward, I laid down some basic
rules.

No liquor. Liquor causes severe instability in blood sugar
levels, and will cause serious problems. I stick only to beer
and wine with a maximum of three drinks. If you monitor your
sugar regularly and eat beforehand, you should be able to enjoy
a nice night out.

3. Eating

Of the areas available for improvement in my lifestyle, eating
was the easiest for me to adapt and overcome. When I learned
that protein had a minor effect on my sugar that was good news,
any hamburger and steak-loving American would be happy to hear
that, but the bad news was that French fries, baked potatoes,
and (my favorite) sweet potatoes were off limits. That meant I
had to learn to love vegetables.

From that point forward, I began cooking veggies with light
butter and cayenne pepper. I know that sounds odd, but I like
spicy food. As far as your diet is concerned, for the sake of
your happiness, find your favorite spices and seasonings and
begin experimenting with healthy foods.

4. Exercise

When it comes to exercising many people (including myself) do
not follow through for long enough to see substantial results.
Personally, I believe in living an active lifestyle instead of
becoming a fitness and free-weight junkie. What worked for me?
Basic exercises (lunges, squats, and crunches) in front of the
television every morning followed by a 15 minute walk.

Complying with the guidelines I listed above, I’m still able to
have a fun, active lifestyle while controlling my diabetes.

About the author:
Brandon C. Hall is an online business owner and Type 1 Diabetic
who runs many websites. For the latest articles and news related
to diabetes and the diabetic lifestyle visit:
http://www.diabetic-resources.com

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diabetes Posted By: News-Medical in Medical Study News
Published: Tuesday, 8-Feb-2005 Printer Friendly Email to a
Friend : : : : Herbs used in traditional Indian medicine to
treat diabetes seems to lower blood sugar and insulin levels in
a manner similar to prescription drugs, a new study reports.
Researchers gave extracts of the herb Salacia oblonga to 39
healthy adults, and the results were promising. The largest dose
of the herb extract – 1,000 milligrams – decreased insulin and
blood glucose levels by 29 and 23 percent, respectively. : :
“These kinds of reductions are similar to what we might see with
prescription oral medications for people with diabetes,” said
Steve Hertzler, a study co-author and an assistant professor of
nutrition at Ohio State University. : : Salacia oblonga, which
is native to regions of India and Sri Lanka, binds to intestinal
enzymes that break down carbohydrates in the body. These
enzymes, called alpha-glucosidases, turn carbohydrates into
glucose, the sugar that circulates throughout the body. If the
enzyme binds to the herbal extract rather than to a
carbohydrate, then less glucose gets into the blood stream,
resulting in lowered blood glucose and insulin levels. : :
“Lowering blood glucose levels lowers the risk of
disease-related complications in people with diabetes,” Hertzler
said. “Also, poor compliance with diabetes medications often
hinders the effectiveness of these drugs. It may be easier to
get someone to take an herb with food or in a beverage, as
opposed to a pill.” : : The study appears in a recent issue of
the Journal of the American Dietetic Association. : :
Thirty-nine healthy adults participated in four separate meal
tolerance tests. These meals, which were given in beverage form,
were spaced three to 14 days apart. Each participant fasted for
at least 10 hours before consuming the test beverage. : :
Participants were asked to drink about two cups’ worth of the
chilled beverage, which contained zero, 500, 700 or 1,000
milligrams of Salacia oblonga extract. Afterward, the
researchers used the finger-prick method to draw blood samples
from each person every 15 to 30 minutes for three hours. These
blood samples were used to determine insulin and blood glucose
concentrations. The biggest changes in blood glucose and insulin
levels usually happen within the first two hours after eating. :
: The beverage that contained the highest concentration of the
herbal extract – 1,000 milligrams – provided the most dramatic
reduction in insulin and blood glucose levels. Insulin levels
were 29 percent lower, while blood glucose levels were 23
percent lower as compared to the control drink, which contained
no herbal extract. : : As Salacia oblonga can cause intestinal
gas, the researchers had the study participants collect breath
hydrogen samples hourly for eight hours after drinking the test
beverage. The participants collected their breath in small
plastic tubes. The researchers then analyzed these breath
samples for hydrogen and methane content – the level of either
substance in the breath corresponds to the level contained in
the colon. : : The subjects also rated the frequency and
intensity of nausea, abdominal cramping and distention and gas
for two days after consuming each test meal. : : While the test
beverages containing Salacia oblonga caused an increase in
breath hydrogen excretion, reports of gastrointestinal
discomfort were minimal, Hertzler said. : : Right now he and his
colleagues are trying to figure out what dose of the herb is
most effective, and when it should be taken relative to a meal.
: : “We want to know how long it takes for the herb to bind to
the enzymes that break down carbohydrates,” Hertzler said. “The
participants in this study took the herb with their meal, but
maybe taking it before eating would be even more effective.” : :
The researchers also want to study the effects of Salacia
oblonga in people with diabetes. : : “A lot of studies show that
lowering blood sugar levels reduces the risk for all kinds of
diabetes-related complications, such as kidney disease and nerve
and eye damage,” Hertzler said. “We want to see if this herb has
this kind of effect.” : : Salacia oblonga is still relatively
difficult to find in the United States, Hertzler said, although
there are manufacturers that sell the herb through the Internet.
: : This study was supported by the Ross Products Division of
Abbott Laboratories in Columbus. : : Hertzler is continuing to
conduct Salacia oblonga studies with the Ross Products Division
of Abbott Laboratories. He has no links to the company beyond
this affiliation. : : Hertzler conducted the work with former
Ohio State colleague Patricia Heacock, who is now at Rutgers,
the State University of New Jersey; Jennifer Williams, a
clinical scientist with Ross Products Division, Abbott
Laboratories; and Bryan Wolf, a former research scientists with
Ross Products Division

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Many people want to lose a few of those annoying pounds, but
they just don’t know where to start. If only there was some sort
of guide that would help dieters to set goals. Body mass index,
or BMI, creates an opportunity for weight loss enthusiasts to
determine their ideal body weight in order to set their goals.

The index uses your body height and weight to determine problem
areas in your weight. Underweight, normal, overweight, and obese
are the categories the index uses for classification. The
categories have their individual implications as regarded to
health and wellbeing.

How is BMI Calculated?

BMI
calculations use a simple formula that can be figured with a
traditional calculator, or pen and paper for that matter. The
body mass index formula = kg/m2. In layman’s terms, your weight
in kilograms is divided by your height in meters squared. The
customary or English measurement formula = (lb/in2) x 703 or
weight in pounds divided by height in inches squared all
multiplied by 703. It’s really not as complicated as it sounds.
Try it for yourself.

Interpreting the Index – What it all Means

Your BMI calculation will produce an index somewhere between 14
and 30 or so. You will be categorized as follows:

Below 18.5= Underweight

18.5 – 24.9 = Normal

25.0 – 29.9 = Overweight

30 and Above=Obese

Some BMI charts will break the categories down even further, but
this table is the most common. Chil
dren’s body mass index takes age and maturity into account.

The index for body mass was created to evaluate the level of
risk associated with chronic health problems. There is a direct
link to your BMI and certain serious health conditions, such as:
heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, and high cholesterol.

There are some drawbacks to body mass calculation as every
person is different. Common sense should be used to evaluate the
findings, even those who fall in the middle of a specified range
of the index. Those with more athletic builds and leaner builds
certainly need to understand the objectivity of BMI. Even though
there is some grey area, body mass indexing is still quite
useful.

Goal Setting and the Index

The index is useful on a variety of fronts, but the major
application is weight control. Those with a low body weight
should get it up into the normal range, as those with excessive
weight should bring it down. Those that are on the cusp of the
trouble areas can probably do well on their own, while those
closer to the extreme should consult a medical doctor. Health
professionals are well equipped to get you on the right program
and give you the best advice for your individual situation.

If your plans are to begin some sort of diet and
exercise routine, your ultimate goal should leave you in the
normal range. Goal setting is important in weight loss as in
many other arenas, but your body requires some special
consideration. It’s the only one you have.

An ideal weight goal is necessary to have, but if it is the only
one, you may become discouraged with your progress. Setting and
meeting intermediate goals give the inspiration that it takes to
get to the next step. Fitness and weight loss don’t happen
overnight, no matter how hard you try. Taking measured steps
with frequent evaluation ensures that you are making progress.

About the author:
Robb Ksiazek is a successful author and publisher for Body-Mass-Index-4U.com
.. He performs ongoing research on dieting, weight loss, and an
overall healthy lifestyle incorporating mind, body, and soul. He
strives to share this information for all to enjoy.

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