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Any food eaten in excess, it could be a steak or a bowl of spaghetti, will be stored in the body as fat.

Today, most nutrition experts believe that eliminating or drastically reducing carbohydrates is a grave mistake. So will we ever get a definitive answer?

Carbohydrates have been on a circular ride since 1974 with the first publication of Live Longer Now by Dr. Leonard and Pritkin who said, "Eat and exercise like our ancestors and skip Degenerative Diseases like diabetes, heart disease, atherosclerosis, cerebrovascular disease (stroke) and arterial hypertension."

How did we get here? The Short History.

First enters "Processed Food" that absolutely Tastes Great. This leads to: Just Dieting; Caned Diet Drinks (1950s); Low Fat Diets; All Fruit Diets; Atkins and Protein; Exercise Machines; Strong Prescription Pills; Prepared Food Delivered; New Food Pyramids; and Glycemic Index; and on. …and Diabetics rolled with it all, as the Dietitian crafted their own plans.

A sharp turn in the road.

The first huge explosion for the industry was delivered to the Pro-Protein camp, when the U.S. Department of Agriculture released it's new dietary guidelines confirming the importance of high-carbohydrate grains and debunking the idea that a particular combination of nutrients can make people thin.

The catch is that not all carbs are created equal.

Dietitians will confirm candy bars and oat bran are both high-carbohydrate foods, they are not equally nutritious. Figuring out which carbs to eat and which to pass up can be confusing.

People still want a way to evaluate carbohydrates, which is why (the glycemic index diet) is becoming so popular. But experts like, Donna Skoda, a registered dietitian and director of community health programs for the Summit County Health Department thinks that the problem is deeper, and high-glycemic foods do not cause adult-onset diabetes as some diet books claim. Obesity, not carbohydrates, causes adult-onset diabetes.

Skoda suggests that we not just use the glycemic index to improve your diet, because people are not going to improve it with out help.

So the theory popularized by some diet books that eliminating carbohydrates which have a high glycemic rating will help curb hunger and help people lose weight may not be all the accurate.

The Winner is

The story is much longer, but it looks like the winner maybe just eating "real" natural healthy foods and some regular light exercise. The problem is that North America has No Clue what that diet looks like and needs an Instruction Sheet to EAT.

Our ancestors just did not know that they were on a Program.

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A number of older men have shown concern for their sudden uncharacteristic tendency to have mood swings and exhibit aggressive behaviour. Responses to a questionnaire on www.OfficialDiabetesB have demonstrated that some men are worried that these mood changes are related to their diabetes or diabetes related symptoms.

Nutritional researcher Sam Graci notes that as men age, their hormonal health changes dramatically as testosterone levels are depleted and oestrogen levels rise. This is known as Andropause. When these hormonal changes are also compounded with the blood sugar fluctuations of type 2 diabetes, some unusual patterns of mood and emotions can manifest in older men.

What men eat, and when, affects the major hormones that keep them emotionally and physically fit. Dieticians and doctors also point to the benefits of regular exercise and communication in managing these issues.

Many men go through a period of guilt, anger and remorse when they find out they have type 2 diabetes. They know that, through their lifestyle choices, they may have contributed to the development of a condition that will change their life forever. Or they may blame others for 'leading them' to their current state.

The Better Information Network™ says that many people with diabetes respond emotionally to changes in their hormone levels and may experience strong mood swings. Stress induced emotions themselves can produce hyperglycaemia, as the secretion of many hormones can counteract the actions of insulin and disrupt metabolic control.

A person with diabetes may express long-withheld emotions - sometimes chaotically. A diabetic patient may be unaware of even severe mood swings; and act as if a current emotion is a valid basis for long-term decisions. Emotional outbursts may follow minor events or small lifestyle changes.

For example, a person with diabetes may angrily criticise other family members, or suddenly announce an unusual decision to business associates. Yet they may also quickly forget such conversations. Criticised family members, and business associates affected by hasty decisions may respond with their own emotions and reduced trust of the diabetic person. Emotional conflicts can spiral to create chaos.

Stephanie Jakobi of The Better Information Network™ said, "While these facts will not eliminate the emotional pressures being faced by men, the knowledge and awareness that they are not going through these feelings alone can make it easier for them to seek help and discuss it with others."

"There are many dietary, homeopathic, and lifestyle changes that a man dealing with these issues can make, to help combat mood swings. It's a good idea to discuss the different options available with your health care professional.", she continued.

www.OfficialDiabetesB provides a forum where people can get together online and share their experiences and ideas. By raising awareness and building a diabetes community, The Better Information Network™ and www.OfficialDiabetesB are helping people understand diabetes and its symptoms better.

Yoga is an ancient practice of moving the body into different poses (asanas) to achieve a healthy body, an attentive mind, and a relaxed spirit. Yoga can be used to help treat many different illnesses, including diabetes. There have been numerous clinical studies that prove the benefits that yoga has for diabetics, because many yoga poses can positively impact circulation and help regulate body systems.

Like with any other exercise regime, when you begin yoga, begin slowly at your own pace. Don't push yourself too hard. If you find a pose difficult, maintain it for a shorter length of time. Increased flexibility and strength will come from practice. Monitor your blood glucose levels before and after any period of exercise. If you feel lightheaded, or experience any unexpected symptoms during exercise, stop to monitor your blood glucose and act accordingly.

Here are a few poses that have been found to be beneficial for people with diabetes.

Uddhiyana Banda: the stomach lift

Stand with your feet spaced shoulder width apart. Lean forward at your waist and place your hands on your knees. Inhale deeply by pushing your abdomen forwards, then exhale deeply by pulling your abdomen in. Pause for five to ten seconds. Inhale deeply by pushing your abdomen forwards, then exhale deeply by pulling your abdomen. During this pause, rapidly push your stomach in and out while you are not breathing. Repeat three or four times. Stand and resume normal breathing. This pose strengthens your abs, massages your organs, and assists your nervous system.

Yoga Mudrasana: the symbol of yoga

Sit up straight with your legs crossed. Clench your fists and place them on both sides of the abdomen, just below your bellybutton. While exhaling, bend forward as low as you can, pushing your fists against your abdomen. This pose is good for helping your nervous system and preventing possible complications of diabetes. This pose can be held for three minutes once you have had much practice. Begin by simply holding it for ten seconds, however.

Dhanurasana: the bow pose

Lie on your stomach. Lift your feet towards your knees, and reach back to grasp your ankles. Lifting your legs, chest, and head, arch your back into a bow. Hold for five seconds to begin, and work your way up to thirty seconds or more at later sessions. Repeat this action four or five times. Once you have mastered this pose, try rocking gently forwards and backwards, and from side to side. This pose massages your organs. This pose is of moderate difficulty.

Halasana: the plow pose

This pose is one of the most used yogic poses. It is complicated and so should not be attempted right away. Begin by lying on your back. Raise your feet to a ninety-degree angle to your body. If you are just beginning this pose, stop here, and hold your feet. If you are more advanced, lower your feet towards your head. Your pelvis will curl up and your lower back will lift from the floor. Touch your toes to the floor behind your head. If you cannot reach your toes to the floor, then simply hold the stretch where it is comfortable. Support your lower back with your hands if necessary. Once you no longer need to support your buttocks or lower back with your hands, place your hands on the ground beside your body. This pose can be held for around four minutes once you are an expert. In your early tries, begin with ten seconds or however long feels comfortable for you. This pose is not for any woman who is menstruating. This pose stretches the spine, and so helps the central nervous system. It is beneficial to all areas of the body.

At the end of any yoga practice, particularly if you are diabetic, it is important to do Savasana, the corpse pose. This is a pose of total relaxation. Lie on your back, with your eyes closed, your legs slightly spread, and your feet dropping to the sides, completely relaxed. Allow your arms to rest comfortable at your sides. Relax, simply focusing on your breathing for one to three minutes. This pose helps you focus after a yoga session and relax the muscles that you have worked.

The Sun Salutation is also recommended for diabetics. It is a series of yoga asanas. You can find many variations of the sun salutation. Try one that works best for you.

If you are uncertain about trying yoga, go to a gym or alternative medical practitioner to see if there are any yoga classes being offered in your area. There are often many classes, and you can probably go to the first class free. You can also join a pay-by-class gym where you can stop by if you want. Tell your instructor that you have diabetes, and your instructor will be able to assist you by teaching you the above poses, and by suggesting other poses such as Paschimottanasana, the sitting crane, Padangusthansana: the standing crane, Bhujangasana the serpent pose, Sarvangasana: the shoulder stand, Ardha-matsyendrasana: the spinal twist, Chakrasana: the wheel pose, and Shalabhasana the grasshopper pose. There are other poses that are beneficial to diabetics, or that will be able to help you prevent or manage any complications you might encounter.

For more information on living with diabetes, including information on prevention, diet, and medication, visit The Guide to Diabetes.

Gestational diabetes is one of the diabetes which is found during the pregnancy. It is during the pregnancy that the insulin becomes higher and causes difficulty for deliveries. During the pregnancy it is done as it will be helpful to both the mother and the child.

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Gestational diabetes is the diabetes that is found for the first time during pregnancy. It can be defined as carbohydrate intolerance of variable severity with onset during pregnancy. Diabetes means the blood sugar is too high. Among 1000 pregnant women three to eight are affected with this disease. The body produces the glucose which is good for your body but too much of glucose production is not good or it is harmful to body. When it occurs during the pregnancy then it harms the baby which is growing in the uterus.

This gestational diabetes occurs mainly during the pregnancy and disappears after delivery. The test of this gestational diabetes is done during the 24th or 28th week of pregnancy. This disease does not occur to all the pregnant women and it also does not cause any life threatening as the symptoms are mild. The increase in the maternal glucose makes the risk for the baby that includes size at birth, birth trauma, low blood sugar, jaundice and sometimes the fetus also dies with in the womb. This can be control and completely cured with the treatment of herbal and natural supplements

The causes for this diabetes are the changes that take place in the women body during pregnancy. There is a change in the hormones and weight gain which are the part of healthy pregnancy. But when this change takes place then it makes difficult for the body to take up the hormones called insulin.

It can be controlled if the woman maintains the blood sugar levels during her pregnancy and it reduces the risk to the baby during the delivery. The risk factors are if you are:

• older enough for pregnant

• unexplained death of your fetus in the past

• previous baby weighing less than 9 pounds

• birth defect in previous child and recurred infections

• if a family background of diabetes

• if an African American, America Indian, Asian American

• if you are overweight

• if your previous baby weighed only 9 pounds

• if you are referred to be as predicaments before you got pregnant.

The gestational check up is done by the physician according to the need. The physician or the health care taker will recommend for the gestational diabetes test to check the glucose level in the blood. The blood glucose level may be checked at your first visit after your conformation as pregnant. If it is normal then it will be checked sometimes during the 24th or 28th week of pregnancy.

Some of the symptoms that are founded for this gestational diabetes are:

• Increased thirst

• Increased urination

• Weight loss in spite of weight gain

• Fatigue

• Nausea and vomit

• Frequent infection including those of bladder, vaginal or skin.

• Blurred vision

So it is an urge need to control the glucose level during the pregnancy is to keep the fetus healthy and have a healthy safe delivery. There should be frequent check ups during pregnancy as it would be helpful for the close monitoring of the fetus and the mother. The self check or self monitoring helps the women to keep her fit and away from this gestational diabetes. There should be frequent tests of the fetus its growth and well being so that there is no problem in the delivery. The health care provider checks the heart beat of your baby and the moment so that whether the baby is well doing or not.

During pregnancy it's an urge need to maintain dietary management provided by the health care provider to have adequate nutrients, proteins, and calories in the diet you daily intake. So to have a control of this gestational diabetes it is an urge need that there should be planned meal, physical activities and insulin's or medications if needed.

The planned meal consists of limited sweets, three small meals and three snacks per day, have a care about the intake of the carbohydrates that is when it is needed, should include fiber in the meals that is fresh vegetables or fruits, grains, cereals and other healthy food. Physical activity consists of swimming, walking, some easy asanas which are good at pregnancy and the exercises suggested by your health care provider. Some women need insulin though there meal is planned or have a physical activity. So this will be provided by the health care provider.

For most of the women this gestational diabetes goes away after delivery. This can be checked after 6 to 12 weeks of the delivery. But you should be careful enough when your gestational diabetes disappears after your delivery. But it has a chance to occur when your get second pregnancy or this can also turn to diabetes type 2 in the future.

Dr. Jack is a Conventionally Trained Western Medical Doctor from India and fellow of American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). He is also trained in traditional supplements since the age of 5 years to practice complimentary alternate supplements.

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Being one of the oldest living tree species, ginkgo trees ranged throughout temperate regions of the world some 50 million years ago. Nevertheless, one species, Ginkgo biloba, native to southeast China, survived the millennia while all others went extinct. Ginkgo has become one of the well-researched herbs in the world.

Ginkgo seeds have been used in traditional Chinese medicine for thousands of years. Its ability to treat circulatory disorders and enhancing memory has been supported from scientific studies throughout the years.

However, the most extensively used and studied in medical purposes is Ginkgo's leave. Ginkgo leaves are not frequently used in their crude state. Rather, they are used in the form of a concentrated, standardized Ginkgo Biloba Extract (GBE). In the last 30 years, more that 300 studies have given clinical evidence that ginkgo prevents and benefits many problems throughout the entire body.

Ginkgo is used extensively as a brain tonic that enhances memory because of its positive effects on the vascular system. It is also used to treat vertigo, tinnitus (ringing in the ears) and a variety of neurological disorders and circulation problems. Ginkgo may help to counteract the effects of aging, including mental fatigue and lack of energy.

Ginkgo can also be used to prevent and overcome problems related to heart disease. Standardized GBE inhibits platelet activity factor (PAF), which is a common allergen in the body. Physical stress, and poor quality food can over-stimulate PAF production, I other words, blood clotting. Excessive PAF can cause cardiovascular disease, brain damage, hearing disorders, and other immune and inflammatory diseases.

Ginkgo can also act as a powerful antioxidant that can protect the eyes, cardiovascular system and central nervous system. Ginkgo may also help control the transformation of cholesterol to plaque associated with the hardening of arteries, and can relax constricted blood vessels.

The herb has also been used in treatment of other circulation-related disorders such as diabetic peripheral vascular disease, Raynaud's syndrome, hemorrhoids and varicose veins. It can also aid in the treatment of insufficient circulation and complications from stroke and skull injuries.

Ginkgo can also be beneficial in treating eye and ear disorders. Studies have confirmed that ginkgo increases blood flow to the retina, and hence can slow retinal deterioration resulting in an increase of visual acuity. In clinical tests, ginkgo has improved hearing loss in the elderly. It also helps improve circulation in relieving cold hands and feet, swelling in the limbs and chronic arterial blockage.

Ginkgo is being investigated as a potential treatment to prevent the rejection of transplanted organs, as a treatment for asthma, and for toxic shock syndrome.

GBE is considered to be safe with very rare side effects, but there were still few cases of gastrointestinal upset, headaches, skin reactions, and dizziness being reported. Because of its ability to decrease platelet aggregation (stickiness), there is some concern that it may increase risk of intracranial (brain) hemorrhage. So, if you are treated with blood thinning or other medications, you should seek advice from your doctors before using ginkgo. It is also advised by experts that ginkgo should not be used by pregnant and breastfeeding women, and should be discontinued at least 36 hours prior to surgery due to the risk of bleeding complications.

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In this article, we learn about the coconut oil health benefit to diabetics. One of the many plagues of modern society is diabetes. The incidence has risen from almost nothing a century ago to a level of major concern today. It is now one of the biggest killers in the western world. Diabetes not only can cause death but can lead to kidney disease, heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke, cataracts, nerve damage, hearing loss, and blindness. It is estimated that 45 percent of the population is at risk of developing diabetes.

Diabetes is all about sugar - the sugar in our bodies known as blood sugar or blood glucose. Every cell in our bodies must have a constant source of glucose in order to fuel metabolism. Our cells use glucose to power processes such as growth and repair. When we eat a meal the digestive system converts much of our food into glucose which is released into the bloodstream. The hormone insulin, which is secreted by the pancreas gland, moves glucose from the blood and funnels it into the cells so it can be used as fuel. If the cells are unable to get adequate amounts of glucose they can literally starve to death. As they do, tissues and organs begin to degenerate. This is what happens in diabetes.

A diet high in refined polyunsaturated vegetable oils promotes diabetes. A diet low in such oils helps to alleviate symptoms. Because fats also promote weight gain, it's best to avoid them as much as possible.

However, research shows that there is one fat that diabetics can eat without fear. That fat is coconut oil. Not only does it not contribute to diabetes, but it helps regulate blood sugar, thus lessening the effects of the disease. The Nauru people consumed large amounts of coconut oil for generations without ever encountering diabetes, but when they abandoned it for other foods and oils the results were disastrous. Therefore, one coconut oil health benefit is that it prevents diabetes.

If you are a diabetic or borderline diabetic, consumption of most fats should be avoided. Coconut oil, on the other hand, is different. Because it helps stabilise blood glucose levels and aids in shedding excess body weight, it is probably the only oil a diabetic should eat. That is the coconut oil health benefit for diabetics.

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Diabetes can lead to many complications, some of them very severe. This means that the effect that diabetes has on your teeth can often be completely overlooked. Diabetics are at a higher risk for periodontal disease (diseases of the mouth) than most people.

Having high blood sugar means that your teeth and gums are at a higher risk, because germs multiply in high-sugar environments. This means that the first step to protecting your teeth is to lower your blood sugar and to maintain a constant blood sugar level. The difficulty is that if you already have some gum disease, it can be another stress that leads to high blood sugar levels. This can be an overwhelming cycle, but luckily you can stop it.

Gingivitis is the first stage of gum disease. It is present when your gums are puffy and red, and your gums can bleed when you brush your teeth or use other dental care. Gum disease, although little more than a painful inconvenience, can progress until you lose your teeth. This makes it even more difficult to maintain a healthy diet needed by diabetics.

The first step to taking care of your oral health is to monitor and control your blood sugar. You will also want to tell your dentist that you have diabetes. Your dentist will be able to help you notice the initial signs of gingivitis, which can be hard to distinguish. Visiting the dentist two times a year is a good idea.

Oral hygiene, like we all know, begins with brushing your teeth regularly, particularly after sweet snacks and desserts. You can also take care of your mouth by watching what you put in your mouth: chewing sugar-free gum can also help reduce your risk of gum disease. Keep yourself hydrated by drinking lots of water, to maintain a healthy saliva flow in your mouth. Smoking is a bad habit that, among other diseases, will promote gum disease. Quit smoking immediately, because it has terrible effects on most diabetic complications.

Of course, brushing our teeth is not quite enough. Flossing daily should become part of your routine. Some dentists recommend using a water-pik to clean your teeth as well. Ask your dentist about what would be best for you. Certain mouthwashes are clinically proven to help prevent gingivitis: the simple 10 second act of gargling could save your teeth for the future!

Preventing gum disease is about taking care of yourself now to avoid pain in the future. Gum disease can lead to hyperglycemia, or even acidosis in severe cases. You want to avoid these symptoms, because they will make it even harder for you to control your blood sugar later. Remember: if you maintain a healthy diet, good oral hygiene, and helpful habits, you will save yourself time, money, and pain. You can have and keep the perfect smile!

For more information on diabetes, visit The Guide to Diabetes. This site has information on how to prevent many kinds of diabetes-related complications.

If you are thinking of having weight loss surgery, you may have to consider certain criteria in order to be qualified for the surgery. If you do not meet these criteria, then the surgery may cause higher risks and problems. It is important to know what these qualifications are before considering weight loss surgery so that you may know if it is right for you. So let us look at the top 10 qualifications you should consider before weight-loss surgery.

1. Morbid Obesity. Are you morbidly obese? If you're over 100 pounds from your ideal weight then you are considered morbidly obese.

2. Medical problems. There are a couple of medical conditions that can happen if you are overweight. For example you may have diabetes, swelling or pain due to being overweight, if so then you will be qualified for weight loss surgery.

3. BMI. BMI simply means your body mass index. This index is used to determine whether you qualify for weight loss surgery. You need to have a BMI of forty or greater in order to qualify for surgery.

4. Diet programs. Generally it is recommended that you are monitored for six months using diet programs prior to weight loss surgery. It needs to be shown that none of these programs have worked for you to make you completely qualified.

5. The length of time that you are obese. Sometimes you will need to have been obese for at least five years. This just proves that you have been unable to reduce your weight in any other way and that it is causing you problems in your everyday life.

6. Insurance and financial considerations. Prior to getting weight loss surgery, you will need to satisfy your insurance company and examine your financial status. Some insurance companies have specific requirements before allowing you proceed with weight loss surgery.

7. Problems with performing daily activities. For example, family activities, work ability and social functioning. Generally, being obese may cause problems with doing routine activities.

8. Your mental stability. Are you mentally prepared to have the surgery performed? Will you be able to make the necessary changes after surgery in order to change your lifestyle and get any help necessary to change dietary and mental habits.

9. Understanding the procedures involved. Make sure that you know about the risks, benefits, procedures and commitments involved with weight loss surgery, otherwise you're better not to get the procedure performed.

10. Your confidence factor. If you are hesitant about having surgery or don't feel that it is right for you, then you would be better to consider other options.

If you have met some or most of the qualifications above, then consult your physician or a surgeon about what weight loss surgery could do for you. You can then begin to make the necessary steps required in moving back into a more healthy lifestyle.

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Over 1.2 million people are estimated to suffer from diabetes in Australia today.

With the increasing prevalence of obesity and poor dietary habits amongst the Australian population, diabetes is a disease that will not just go away. It will, in fact, affect more and more Australians every day. For every person diagnosed with diabetes, Diabetes Australia estimates that there will be another person who does not realise they are suffering with the disease.

Diabetes is a chronic disease characterised by high blood glucose levels resulting from the body not producing insulin or using it properly. The results of the Australian Diabetes, Obesity and Life study (AusDiab) show that nearly one-in-four Australian adults has diabetes or impaired glucose metabolism.

Diabetes is the sixth highest cause of death in Australians. Type 2 diabetes is currently the fastest growing chronic disease in the country. At present, there is no known cures for either Type 1 orType 2 diabetes.

For those in our community at risk or suffering from diabetes, it is critical that they have ready access to resources that will inform and guide them through the management and monitoring of this debilitating disease.

The Better Information Network has just launched a new website to act as a one-stop-shop to access information and advise on this condition that is affecting the lives of so many Australians.

The Better Information Network is currently asking readers to submit questions and topics relating to diabetes to assist them with the compilation of a comprehensive online diabetes resource (www.officialdiabetesblog.com). The site will contain the most up to date research from the field, risk awareness information, and the personal experiences that sufferers and their families face in controlling the disease .

If undetected or poorly controlled, diabetes can cause a number of health complications that prove to be debilitating or fatal for the sufferer. Eye disorders and blindness, kidney disease and failure, peripheral nerve disease in the feet and legs, and a high instance of heart disease and strokes are the major identified complications of the disease.

Many of these complications are preventable with the appropriate management of diet, regular health checks, and the awareness of the signs and symptoms of a worsening condition. International trials show that lifestyle changes can prevent or delay the onset of Type 2 diabetes.

"There are so many facts and figures and so much advice out there that sometimes it can be really confusing. We aim to cut through all the clutter so you can find out what you want to know, more easily and in one place." ** from The Better Health Network said, "We'd love to know what questions you have about diabetes and what topics you'd really like to know more about."

From a purely statistical point of view, it is prudent for every Australian to be aware of the risk factors for Type 2 diabetes, and the various strategies we can employ to stave off diabetes for ourselves, our children and family members.

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According to American Heart Association, at least 13 million Americans are diagnosed with coronary heart disease. Each year, nearly half a million lost their lives across the United States because of coronary heart disease. Coronary heart disease is a global killer that can restrict blood flow and lead to chest pain and heart attacks. High total cholesterol levels and high levels of LDL (bad cholesterol) are often identified as the main causes that will increase one's risk for heart disease. People are, therefore, advised to keep these cholesterol levels as low as possible.

In a study published in 2003, scientists at the Agricultural Research Service revealed that a diet high in soluble fiber had the greatest effect on reducing LDL levels. Levels of HDL (good cholesterol) either increased or did not change, resulting in an improved total LDL/HDL ratio.

Fiber is not absorbed by the small intestine. But, when it passes through to the large intestine, soluble fiber, such as beta-glucan from oats and barley, is fermented. It is understood that this will help slow blood glucose absorption and have a prebiotic effect (stimulate probiotic bacteria in the gut).

Cereals, breads, and other products containing whole or milled barley grain can reduce the risk of heart disease. However, whole grain barley and barley-containing products must provide at least 0.75g of soluble fiber per serving to have such beneficial effect. This is the announcement made by US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in May 2006.

Barley is a great ingredient. It can be used for a wide range of products. Barley is a cereal grain grown mostly in the western United States as well as in Australia, Canada, and other countries. While much of the crop is used for animal feed and beer, people can actually cook pearl barley as a rice-like dish. Barley flour and grains are also used in baking and in cereal.

Like other grains, barley contains fiber that can help reduce risk factors associated with excess weight and Type 2 diabetes that can lead to coronary heart disease. Scientific evidence indicates that including barley in a healthy diet can help reduce the risk of coronary heart disease by lowering LDL and total cholesterol levels. New data showed that 3g of barley can lower cholesterol by about 5 percent, similar to what oatmeal does.

Just think about this; a package of the quick-cooking barley can be ready in less than 20 minutes, and each half-cup of cooked barley counts as one ounce toward your daily goal of 3 ounces of whole grain foods each day.

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Stress is any undue strain caused by a difficult situation. It can be physical, such as an illness or injury, or it can be mental, which is generally the kind of stress we hear about. Stress changes your hormone levels, and as diabetes management relies on hormone regulation (particularly insulin), stress affects diabetes management.

When the body is stressed, it enters a "fight or flight" state, where hormones are secreted that allow the body to access more energy from the body's store. Two examples of stress hormones are adrenaline and glucocorticoid (steroid hormones). Some people with diabetes do not have a proper fight or flight response. Insulin does not allow the stress hormones access to the glucose, and so the elevated glucose circulates in the blood. Stress can increase blood glucose levels.

Stress not only increases blood glucose levels hormonally, it also leads to less healthy lifestyle choices. People might eat out more when they are stressed, or they might turn to comfort foods. These less healthy meal choices in turn lead to poor glucose control.

Stress can also affect how much a person exercises. If a person stops exercising, they will be unable to control their blood glucose, just as if they take less care of their diet. Lack of sleep and irregular sleeping patterns can also cause the body stress.

Stress hormones are designed to fight short-term situations. Some stressors in our lives, however, are long-term (such as illness, divorce, or other psychological situations). It is unhealthy to have stress hormones circulate in the body for a long time.

Sometimes it is an aspect of diabetes that can cause stress. If you find an element of your diabetes management is causing you stress, speak to your health care team. They can help support you in your blood glucose monitoring, diet, and with your medication, as well as with your other concerns.

There are many different ways to reduce stress. Although if you are feeling stressed, it might seem impossible to calm down, try to keep some of these relaxing ideas in mind. It might be helpful to write out some of these ideas, or to write yourself reminders of techniques you can use to cheer yourself up.

Try deep breathing. Simply taking four or five deep breaths will help your respiration and circulation enter a more relaxed mode.

Take some time for you. Choose something that is a treat for you: a massage, a crossword, a long walk, and make that extra time to do it. Even if you are stressed, take the time to take care of yourself. Healthy diet, exercise, and time for yourself will dramatically lower your stress levels.

Get your friends and family to support you. If they know that you are feeling stressed, they can help you find ways to cope. If you think you need to, then consult a professional.

Sometimes, reaching out to help a friend will be something that can help you relieve stress. Doing something nice for someone else makes you feel better about yourself, and so can help you feel less stressed. However, don't take on other people's problem. Simply do something small to make their day.

It is the small things that can help you manage your stress. Begin by smiling, which releases endorphins. Try laughing. Hug somebody. These small things which will make your day brighter will also make your diabetes management easier.

Vivian Brennan is the editor of The Guide to Diabetes. As a mother and diabetes expert, Vivian knows all about stress, and how it can affect your glucose levels.

When it comes to getting information about health care, a growing number of Americans have a healthy respect for the Internet. According to a recent survey, one in five Americans online feels that the Internet has greatly improved the way they get their health care information.

But with so many medical and health Web sites available, it can be challenging to find sites that provide complete, accurate and up-to-date information.

A Web site created for the nearly 21 million Americans with diabetes is hoping to make it easier to get the latest news and information about diet, exercise, medication, blood sugar monitoring and emotional well-being-all factors that play a key role in proper diabetes management.

OneTouchG produced by LifeScan, Inc., is a one-stop source for diabetes patients and their loved ones who want to become more active in managing the disease and in living healthier lives. As the name suggests, the site aims to be the "gold standard" for useful information for those living with diabetes.

The site provides visitors with a personalized meal plan and over 1,000 diabetes-healthy recipes. There are also recipes timed to holidays, such as Thanksgiving and Christmas, and easy access to information that can help people avoid serious long-term complications associated with diabetes.

Other resources on the site include:

• A Fitness section that provides a quick, customized, realistic fitness plan that can be maintained-for life

• A Coping & Complications section that provides the latest preventative information, and offers help and inspiration for dealing with the emotional side of the disease

• A Meds & Monitoring section that offers the latest in research and medical information

• A Special Offers section that features monthly sweepstakes, coupons, product samples and downloadable health-related books.

Registration is free and takes just a few minutes. The program provides members with an "online magazine" of the latest diabetes information. The site also features monthly articles written exclusively for the Web site by researchers at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and other experts in the field. Members can elect to receive a monthly e-newsletter with up-to-date diabetes news and health tips.

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Parents of children with diabetes know their child can be at risk for developing complications due to his or her disease. In fact, almost 100,000 cases of diabetic coma or diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), a life-threatening condition in children with diabetes, are reported every year. Blood ketone testing, combined with blood glucose monitoring, is an accurate and effective method that may help detect and prevent the onset of diabetic coma.

However, a recent survey conducted by Children With Diabetes, in conjunction with Abbott Diabetes Care, found that one out of three parents of children with juvenile diabetes, also known as Type 1 diabetes, is unaware of a simple blood ketone test that can be used at home.

Ketones form in the blood when fat is broken down into fuel for the body due to insufficient insulin levels to effectively use glucose. Because children with Type 1 diabetes produce little or no insulin, they have a high risk of developing ketones, especially during illness or when blood glucose levels are persistently high.

"Testing blood ketone levels is an important part of diabetes management along with frequent blood glucose monitoring and becomes crucial during sick days," said Lori Laffel, M.D., MPH, Chief of the Pediatric, Adolescent and Young Adult Section at Joslin Diabetes Center and Harvard Medical School associate professor.

Essential tips for managing Type 1 diabetes during times of ill health include:

• Monitor blood glucose and ketone levels every two to four hours or as advised by your health care team. A hand-held system for routine home use, such as Precision Xtra™, offers a convenient way to get accurate, real-time blood ketone and blood glucose results in the same meter.

• Log both blood glucose and blood ketone results.

• Keep a close watch on ketone readings.

• Follow your health care team's instructions if ketone readings are between 0.6 and 1.5 mmol/L as this may indicate the development of a problem.

• Contact your health care team immediately if your child's ketone readings are above 1.5 mmol/L or if your child experiences vomiting.

• Make sure your child drinks plenty of liquids to avoid dehydration.

• Don't stop insulin shots or diabetes medications without consulting your health care team.

With consistent blood ketone and glucose monitoring and the support of a diabetes care team, parents of children with diabetes can manage the condition during illness and avoid more serious complications.

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For children with Type 1 diabetes, frequent testing of blood ketones is essential during sick days.

You will frequently hear statement like "eating too much sugar causes diabetes. Diabetes will be cure if we avoid sweet food." This is certainly untrue because diabetes is not just a sugar problem, it is an incurable condition! Nevertheless, eating too much sugar will definitely not cause diabetes. Instead, factors such as genetics, ageing, obesity, unhealthy diet, and sedentary lifestyle may be the possible contributory causes. Diabetics can still stay healthy if their blood sugar levels are well controlled with proper diet, healthy lifestyle and effective medications. Uncontrolled or poorly managed diabetes may, however, lead to dangerous complications.

What is diabetes? Diabetes is a very common medical condition. At least 171 million people worldwide have diabetes, according to the statistics recorded by World Health Organization (WHO). Diabetes is a disease characterized by excessively high blood sugar level. Food consumed is digested and released into blood as glucose (a form of sugar), to provide energy. When there is excess glucose, a hormone called insulin will convert and store glucose in the body for future usage. Diabetes is due to defects in insulin production (Type 1 diabetes), insulin action (Type 2 diabetes), or both, causing a build up of blood glucose.

Diabetes is very serious. Unfortunately, many people are unaware of this. Diabetes is not just a harmless, high blood sugar problem. Uncontrolled diabetes is debilitating with many severe, life-threatening complications.

Firstly, uncontrolled blood glucose may lead to disturbing symptoms such as frequent urination, thirst, unexpected weight loss, extreme hunger, and frequent fatigue, etc.

Secondly, diabetes may also become comatose due to very high blood glucose in untreated diabetes or during infections.

Thirdly, long standing uncontrolled diabetes may cause complications such as kidney failure, heart disease, blindness, neuropathy (damage to nerves), lower-limb amputations, etc.

Last but not least, a medical crisis may also occur in abnormally low blood glucose due to taking excess insulin, a lack of food or too much exercise. During the crisis, the person turns pale, breathes rapidly and is disoriented, cold and trembling. A diabetic crisis is fatal if not treated in time.

Diabetes is several times more prone to develop coronary heart disease and stroke! Cholesterol problems and blood vessel thickening (atherosclerosis) are common ailments. Diabetics may also suffer from high blood pressure as a result of atherosclerosis. The risk of dying from heart attacks is also higher. Sometimes, heart attack is painless and unrecognized in many diabetics who have neuropathy.

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For all those diabetics out there, do the names Avandia or Altace ring a bell? A recent study has shown that both drugs may well help by giving additional prevention for those that are "pre-diabetics",- which accounts for almost 40 million of our population. As many as half of the people who are "pre-diabetics" will develop diabetes within a three year time span.

This has been the largest study on diabetes prevention ever, the study was funded by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research as well as other companies that make pharmaceuticals, like GlaxoSmithKline PLC which makes Avandia and Sanofi-Aventis SA and King Pharmaceuticals which makes Altace. Avandia, also know as Rosiglitazon, was shown to cut the risk of Type 2 diabetes development by more than half. Avandia also controlled blood-sugar to keep it at a normal level. Type 2 diabetes is by far the most common form of diabetes in the U.S today, for 18 million sufferers, this information could well be a major development.

Another part of the study looked at Altace, or Ramipril which functions as a blood pressure medication but can also help control blood sugar – yet it does not reduce any risk. The aim of the study was to prevent Type 2 diabetes which is most linked to obesity and sometimes kidney failure, amputations and death. Type 2 diabetes happens when the body naturally does not produce enough insulin or cannot effectively use what the body does produce.

So here are the ups and downs of the study. Both Altace and Avandia were used on the volunteers and some of them did not use any form of medication. The study showed that less people died on Avandia than those who did not take it. But of those volunteers on Avandia given, fourteen of them developed heart failure and only two developed heart failure from those not taking medication.

Experts are somewhat skeptical about the study results because the volunteers were also regularly counseled about healthy diets and lifestyles. Meaning the results could well be very different had the volunteers not been participating in any form of medical assistance. However many doctors say that working out and maintaining a healthy diet is still the best possible way to prevent diabetes in the long term. "We know that lifestyle changes alone can reduce the risk of developing diabetes by up to 58 percent," said Dr. Martin Abrahamson, Medical Director of the Joslin Diabetes Center in Boston. Dr. Abrahamson is not associated with the study.

what are types of Diabetes Mellitus. Diabetes is classified into 3 types.

1-Type 1 Diabetes

2-Type 2 Diabetes

3-Gestational Diabetes

Here we will discuss one by one all three types of diabetes.

Type 1 Diabetes:

Type 1 diabetes is also called Juvenile Diabetes, Insulin dependent diabetes or Autoimmune Diabetes. Person with type 1 diabetes has immune response against his own beta cells of pancreas, so pancreas is unable to produce insulin at-all. That is why it is called as autoimmune diabetes. Juvenile diabetes usually occurs in children but can appear at any age. To live normal life patient has to take insulin and take regular exercise and has proper diet plan. The main cause of this type 1 diabetes are environmental factors like virus, diet or chemicals in people genetically predisposed. In USA 10-15% diagnosed cases of diabetes mellitus comprises of type 1 diabetes. Symptoms of type 1 diabetes are increase urination, increase thirst, increase hunger and weight loss. Eyes may also be affected as blurred vision. The person with type 1 diabetes should be diagnosed earlier, otherwise it can lead to a medical emergency situation like diabetic Coma with kitoacidosis.

Type 2 Diabetes:

Type 2 Diabetes is also called as Non Insulin dependent diabetes Mellitus or Adult-onset diabetes. This is most common type of diabetes affecting nearly 80% of all cases of diabetes. It is usually seen in adults. There are two mechanisms of type 2 diabetes. Either there is deficiency of insulin, or there is increase resistance of insulin. Insulin resistance means that body is unable to use available insulin. The main cause of this type of diabetes is genetic however other factors like overweight, obesity, high blood pressure, lack of exercise, overeating habits may also affect. About 80% of people with type 2 diabetes are overweight. Symptoms of type 2 diabetes in-contrast to type 1 develop very slowly. There may be fatigue, weight loss, increase urination, blurred vision or delay wound healing.T his type of diabetes is treated with exercise, diet control, tablets. However later, you may need insulin injections as well.

Gestational Diabetes:

Some women who develop diabetes during later stages of pregnancy is called as Gestational diabetes. Though their glucose levels returns to normal but even then they have greater chances of developing diabetes mellitus within next 5 to 10 years. Women with gestational diabetes may have no symptoms at all. The cause of gestational diabetes is hormonal imbalance during pregnancy or insufficient Insulin. Child of women who develops gestational diabetes is also at high risk of developing diabetes in later life. Maintaining normal body weight and being physically active may help prevent development of type 2 diabetes mellitus in a patient of gestational diabetes.

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In recent years many studies have come out telling us of the benefits we see from a lifestyle rich in physical activities and some extra cardiovascular workouts on the side. Running, biking, swimming, sports and even walking can add to these benefits.

The number one killer in most of the developed world is cardiovascular disease (CVD). As more countries adopt the American lifestyle of fast food, combines with little exercise, they too are becoming affected by CVD. In the United States alone, CVD affects about 50 million people. As health care is getting more expensive, our economy will take a bigger hit from all these people needing care. Luckily, CVD is very preventable. Eating a healthy diet and exercising is all it takes. Unfortunately most people don't see down the line. Its always to early to start and never the perfect time until you have to go see a doctor.

Regular exercise improves cardiovascular function. Many people can't complete everyday tasks like climbing a flight of stairs or even standing for long periods of time without being tired and out of breath. Being out of shape to the point where you can't complete these activities is a very serious thing. It can get worse until you won't be mobile anymore.

Regular exercise also reduces your risk of coronary artery disease which can lead to blocked arteries. Exercise can lower blood pressure, increase good cholesterol, improve your blood profile and decrease body fat. Exercising regularly has also been shown to decrease anxiety and depression and help the older population live independently.

A lack of physical activity has many serious consequences. People who don't exercise have higher rates of strokes, type 2 diabetes, osteoporosis, colon and breast cancers and most seriously, death from coronary artery disease.

There are many things we can't protect ourselves from, and from these we shouldn't spend our time worrying about. But when it is as simple as walking or running and having fun while we make ourselves healthier, the choice is simple.

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Fact: Two out of three diabetics suffer from high blood pressure. This is a condition that under no circumstances should be taken lightly, as the complications that it can bring are very serious. Along with your diabetes, you must keep your blood pressure levels under control. It is vital for your health. Let's find out how you can do just that by understanding what high blood pressure is and how it affects you health.

What Is High Blood Pressure?

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is when the force that the blood exerts against the arteries is too high. Blood pressure is measured in two numbers:

Systolic Pressure: This is the pressure of the blood as the heart is beating. Your systolic pressure will always be a higher number than your diastolic pressure.

Diastolic Pressure: This is the pressure of the blood as the heart rests, in between beats. This will always be a lower number compared to your systolic pressure, as your heart is not beating.

What Are The Complications Related To High Blood Pressure?

Uncontrolled high blood pressure is a serious matter, and the complications that result from it are also very serious and could potentially threaten your life. They include:

Heart Failure

Diabetic Retinopathy (Eye Disease)

Stroke

Nephropathy

What Are The Symptoms?

One scary fact is that high blood pressure usually has no symptoms. Some people find out as they experience heart, eye or kidney problems. Because diabetes can cause high blood pressure, it is especially important for you to have your blood pressure checked every time you visit your health care professional, or at least four times a year. There are also home blood pressure monitors available on the market, which you could purchase and keep track of your blood pressure levels at home, very similar to the way you keep track of your blood sugar levels. Always stay in contact with your doctor and let him/her know if you notice any dramatic changes in your blood pressure.

What Is The Treatment?

Once again and very much like blood sugar control, lifestyle changes play a huge role in maintaining your blood pressure levels at a healthy range. It is important to follow a healthy diet, exercise regularly (at least thirty minutes a day) and loose weight if you need to. If you smoke, it is important to quit. If you drink alcohol, make sure you limit yourself to no more than one or two servings a day. Always discuss with your doctor the lifestyle changes that fit you best, and come up with a daily plan or routine that will help you achieve your needed goals.

If lifestyle changes are not enough to bring your blood pressure down to a healthy level, your doctor may also prescribe medication. Medications used to treat hypertension include diuretics, beta blockers, alpha blockers, vasodilators, calcium channel blockers, angiotensin antagonists and ACE inhibitors.

Conclusion

The relationship between high blood pressure and diabetes is a dangerous one that could bring along serious, life threatening complications, as we have learned. Always remember that your healthy decisions and lifestyle changes could literally mean the difference between a long healthy life or a short one. With that in mind, prepare yourself to control high blood pressure and diabetes, and prepare yourself to live happy and healthy for a very long time.

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Coffee has been a drink that people consume everyday, especially during breakfast. There are many negative reports on consuming coffee mainly due to its caffeine. A study reported in the Archives of Internal medicine that there is a link between drinking coffee and a reduced risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. Nevertheless, it is still not clear that whether the protective effect is due caffeine or other ingredients presented in coffee.

Diabetes has been considered a risk factor of heart disease, and Type 2 diabetes develops when pancreas does not make enough insulin or when insulin cannot be used by the body properly. Insulin is a hormone that converts sugars into energy. This form of diabetes is commonly found among people aged 40 and above, especially those overweight and physically inactive.

The study, conducted by the University of Minnesota, examined over 28,000 postmenopausal women over a period of 11 years (1986 -1997). Women who drank more than 6 cups of coffee per day were less likely to be diagnosed with diabetes. Those who drank decaffeinated coffee showed a further reduced risk.

Questions were answered by these women about risk factors for diabetes, and details given about their lifestyle and beverage consumption (including regular and decaffeinated coffee). After adjusting the data for other risk factors for diabetes, it was found that women who drank more than 6 cups of any type of coffee daily were 22 percent less likely to be diagnosed with diabetes than non-coffee drinkers. Those who drank more than 6 cups of decaffeinated coffee per day had a 33-percent reduced risk.

The overall intake of caffeine did not appear to be related to diabetes risk, suggesting that another ingredient in coffee might have contributed to the effect. The researchers suggested that magnesium, and other minerals and nutrients found in coffee bean such as polyphenols and antioxidants, may be responsible for this beneficial effect. However, further studies are required to ascertain this.

Other experts expressed some concerns about this study. Firstly, the participants were only limited to postmenopausal women and so are not representative of the population. Secondly, there is no objective measure to ensure that the reported diet or incidence of diabetes were accurate because data were collected from self-administrative questionnaires. Thirdly, there are many kinds of foods containing hundreds of different phytochemicals and antioxidants. It may not be appropriate to simply rely on any single food to obtain these nutrients. Finally, taking too much coffee can cause side effects. More than 3 cups of coffee a day can cause nervousness, stomach distress, insomnia, and for some people, irregular heartbeat.

While awaiting further research confirmation about the beneficial effect of drinking coffee, people with diabetes, however, still need to maintain healthy eating habits, regular physical activity, and more importantly, maintain a healthy body weight.

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According to Paul Zimmet "This insidious, creeping pandemic of obesity is now engulfing the entire world. It's as big a threat as global warming and bird flu." This statement was recently made at the International Congress on Obesity which is held once every four years.

Paul Zimmet is Foundation Director of the International Diabetes Institute, and Professor of Diabetes at Monash University, Melbourne, Australia, at Deakin University, Victoria, Australia, and at the Graduate School of Public Health of the University of Pittsburgh, USA. He is also co-Chair of the IDF Task Force on Epidemiology.

Acording to the World Health Organization, more than 1 billion adults are overweight with 300 million of them are obese.

People have been getting fatter and fatter every year for the past 25 years. And this increase is not limited to adults. The percentage of young people who are overweight has more than tripled since 1980. Among children and teens aged 6-19 years, 16 percent (over 9 million young people) are considered overweight.

Why is this of concern? Mainly because it puts people at much higher risk for diabetes, hypertension (high blood pressure), coronary heart disease, stroke, and some forms of cancer.

Of special concern is the growing obesity rates among children. This is not only leading to a high degree of type 2 diabetes among teenagers but also setting them up for shortened life spans and more health problems in their later years.

The main culprits in the alarmingly fast growth of child obesity are, without a doubt, fast foods. Fast foods tend to be loaded with what has become the new primary food groups - salt, fat, and sugar. Any one of these ingredients in excess can easily lead to problems, but with all three you're basically begging for trouble.

What's even worse is that even so called 'health foods' are not helping with the problem. Foods advertised as "low-fat" tend to compensate with "high sugar". Foods low in sugar are high in salt. And fats are in food everywhere.

So what can we do? Some of the experts are pushing for governments to impose bans on junk foods. But that's not going to happen.

The answer is moderation. We are never going to completely get rid of fast foods. Our entire economy is geared for it. But what we can do is to watch more closely what we eat by religiously choosing the low-calorie options at your restaurants and shopping marts.

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The Holy Scriptures make reference to olive oil throughout and healthwise it packs a powerful punch!

Did you know that replacing two tablespoons of saturated fats, such as butter and margarine, with olive oil everyday could actually make your heart healthier? Dozens of studies have been done on olive oil which suggest many more health benefits. In this article we will look at a few of them.

Olive oil is 77% monounsaturated fat. Research studies show it may lower heart disease risk by lowering the levels of bad cholesterol (LDL-low density lipoprotein) in the blood and leaving the good cholesterol (HDL-high density lipoprotein) intact. It slashes the risk of heart disease because it breaks down the plaque in clogged arteries and reduces the risk of hardened arteries. Olive oil also helps fight other illness such as diabetes, arthritis, breast cancer, constipation, the effects of aging and more according to research studies. How? Olive oil contains antioxidants such as vitamin E that protect cells from damage.

Here are some olive oil health tips:

* Replace butter with olive oil to avoid heart disease.

* Cut breast cancer risk by consuming olive oil at two or more meals per day.

* Cook your fish in olive oil to help ease arthritis pain. Fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids (mackerel, salmon, tuna) are good for the relief of arthritis because the omega-3 acids fight inflammation, reduce pain, and decrease the number of affected joints. Olive oil fights inflammation, keeps the pain at bay and lubricates swollen joints. Double whammy attack on arthritis!

* An olive oil rich diet may lower blood sugar levels and reduce insulin needs.

* Olive oil is wonderful as a skin moisturizer and you can even make an herbal scented oil (with lavender or rosemary sprigs, etc.)! A little goes a long way and your skin absorbs it, not immediately but a little after you apply it.

* Just two tablespoons of olive oil in the morning (on an empty stomach) has a positive effect on chronic constipation. It has a mild laxative effect.

The types of olive oil include: extra virgin, pure, light or mild, and olive pomace oil.

Extra virgin - made from cold pressing select olives without any further refining. Best you can buy and is produced in limited quantities so it costs more.

Pure olive oil - this is a blend of refined olive oil and extra virgin or virgin olive oil.

Light or mild olive oil - this is a refined oil with just enough extra virgin oil added to give it a light flavor and color. It is NOT lighter in calories. It has the same caloric and fat content as the other oils.

Olive pomace oil - extracted from the pomace which is the remaining portion of the olive oil after pressing. The resulting oil refined and blended with virgin olive oil to add flavor.

Olive oil will help you tantalize your taste buds while at the same time providing healthy nourishment.

* Use instead of butter on popcorn.

* Add a teaspoon or more to each serving of hearty soup or stew.

* Add some to your tossed salad.

* Use pure olive oil as an all purpose cooking oil.

* Baste turkey and chicken with olive oil.

* Pour olive oil into a plastic container (or recycled margarine tub) and freeze. When solid, store it in the refrigerator and use as a spread instead of butter or margarine!

* Season your cast iron cookware with olive oil.

Storing Olive Oil

You can store olive oil in an airtight container, away from light, in a cool place like your cupboard. Some refrigerate it (I don't personally), if you do it will become cloudy and eventually it will solidify. To use once this happens, let it come to room temperature and it will clear up/liquify again. Neither quality nor flavor will be affected. Let it sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes.

If stored properly, olive oil will keep its flavor for up to two years making it a great addition to your stockpile!!

If you're adding another flavor to olive oil: Blanch fresh herbs in boiling water for 2 minutes. Drain and pat dry with a paper towel. Add herbs to oil and let stand overnight at room temperature. Refrigerate any oil not immediately used.

Try serving olive oil in a cruet or a decanter. Serve flavored oil in a smaller container to prevent waste (use it up in one day).

Clear glass containers show off olive oil's great color.

These are just a small portion of the health benefits and uses for olive oil, there are many more. Why not research them for yourself and make olive oil a healthy addition to your diet and life.

**The information provided in this article is not intended as a substitute for medical intervention and/or advice. This article serves as informative only. If you have medical issues or concerns I encourage you to seek the advice of your health practitioner.

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Diabetic neuropathy is a common complication of both Type 1 diabetes and Type 2 diabetes. Neuropathy plays a major role in the development of foot ulcers, which cause an enormous burden on quality of life for the patient (especially if amputation becomes necessary).Motor, sensory, and autonomic fibres may all be affected by diabetic neuropathy.

The peripheral complications associated with diabetic neuropathy like pain, disability, vascular disease, and nerve degeneration are considered progressive and irreversible. The prognosis is generally progression of the disease, ongoing pain, amputation of digits or limbs, and increased disability. Improvement is considered unlikely.

At the microscopic level, it is thought that neuropathy causes segmental demyelination of the peripheral nerve fibers. This means that the protective nerve covering called myelin is somehow broken down and stripped off the nerve fibers in a segmental fashion. Spirally folded Schwann cells form the myelin sheath and it is thought that the metabolism of the Schwann cell is somehow interfered with during the process of diabetic neuropathy. (Continued)

Autonomic neuropathies affect the nerves that regulate involuntary vital functions, including the heart muscle, smooth muscles and glands. Low blood pressure, diarrhea, constipation, sexual impotence, and other symptoms can be caused by autonomic neuropathies.

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Being a diabetic increases your risk of having high cholesterol, a condition that can lead to heart disease and stroke. Heart disease alone is the number one killer for both men and women in the United States, so high cholesterol is a condition that should not be taken lightly. It is vital for you to know how high cholesterol affects your health and what you can do to prevent the serious complications associated with it. This article will give you basic information on high cholesterol, the effects that it has on the body and what you can do to stay healthy, keeping your diabetes and cholesterol under control.

What is Cholesterol?

Cholesterol is a fatty substance that the body uses for many important functions, including to help digest fat and to produce Vitamin D. The body needs cholesterol, but when there is too much of it in the blood, it can build up inside the arteries, narrow them or even clog them. This serious condition, called atherosclerosis, can lead to heart attack or stroke.

There are different types of cholesterol in the body that have different functions. It is important to become familiar with each one of them and to learn what levels of each is healthy for your body.

LDL cholesterol (low density lipoprotein) is also known as bad cholesterol. This is the cholesterol that builds up in the arteries and can cause atherosclerosis, which can lead to heart attack or stroke. In order to decrease the risks associated with it, LDL levels must be lowered.

HDL cholesterol (high density lipoprotein) is also known as good cholesterol. This type of cholesterol helps clean up you arteries and remove any build up. Opposed to LDL levels, good cholesterol levels need to be high in order to decrease the risks of heart attack and stroke.

If you are a diabetic, the American Diabetes Association recommends these targets for your cholesterol levels:

LDL Cholesterol: Below 100 mg/dl

HDL Cholesterol: Above 50 mg/dl

What is the Treatment for High Cholesterol?

When it comes to treating high cholesterol, the news is good. Lifestyle changes will help you get your cholesterol levels to the needed targets. Medications may also be needed. Discuss with your health care professional what medicine is right for you and what your treatment options are.

Here are some basic lifestyle changes that will help keep your cholesterol levels under control:

Eat Healthier – Start eating less fat, change your dairy products to low fat or fat free and stay away from foods high in cholesterol. Read food labels and try grilling your food instead of frying it. These basic steps will get you on your way to a healthier lifestyle without high cholesterol.

Exercise - Staying physically active is another major step to controlling your cholesterol. Try to get in a daily regimen where you exercise at least 30 minutes a day. If you are not used to exercising on a regular basis, start slowly and work your way up. Regular exercise will reward you with an overall healthier lifestyle.

Reduce Alcohol Intake – If you are going to drink alcohol, drink moderately. Limit your daily intake to two servings if you are a man and one serving if you are a woman.

Quit Smoking: Smoking is a very unhealthy habit that could have many negative effects on your health. Quitting smoking will help you maintain cholesterol levels on target.

Conclusion

High cholesterol and diabetes are a dangerous combination that could result in very serious conditions like heart attack and stroke. The great news is that following a healthy lifestyle will help you control both your blood glucose and cholesterol levels simultaneously. Don't away another day, prevent the serious complications associated with diabetes and high cholesterol today!

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Heart disease can be caused by a number of risk factors, for example, high blood cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes, unhealthy diet and habits, laziness, obesity as well as some uncontrollable factors like family history of heart disease. Nevertheless, there are at least two other risk factors, namely PCOS and infection, that could also trigger heart disease or even heart attack.

PCOS (Polycystic ovary syndrome) is found to be a serious disorder that can eventually lead to diabetes and even heart attack. But one does not need to have cysts on the ovaries to have PCOS. This is the warning made by The American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists. If a woman have two or more of the symptoms such as infertility, severe acne, excess face or hair body hair, male-like balding, irregular periods, ovarian cysts, high blood pressure, weight problems, or elevated insulin levels, then she could be a candidate of PCOS and is advised to check with her doctor about PCOS. Taking a blood test is necessary to check numerous hormone levels.

PCOS affects not just reproduction. Although it is agreed that women usually do not get heart disease until after menopause, some experts do believe that patients' arteries are already significantly hardening in their 30s especially for those obese woman, their risk of Type 2 diabetes is 3 to 7 times higher than average. Please also take note that skinny women or even those who have had children can still get PCOS.

Besides PCOS, infections can also set off heart attacks. This is the report released in 2004 for a study funded by British Heart Foundation and conducted over a 10-year period on the medical records of 4000 people in Britain. Common respiratory infections such as bronchitis and pneumonia, and urinary tract infections such as cystitis increase the risk of a heart attack by 5 times and triple the danger of a stroke. The risk of getting a heart attack and stroke was substantially higher in the first 3 days after an infection, decreasing gradually over the following weeks.

The study also showed that the timing of a heart attack was not always random. Some degree of furring up of the arteries is evident for people of age above 50 but most of the time it sits there fairly harmlessly. During infection, however, stable deposits become unstable and may break off; causing the blockages that may lead to a heart attack or a stroke. As a matter of fact, the risk fluctuated all the time. So, do not take infection too lightly. Seek help from doctor if necessary.

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Untill the second middle of the 18th century, sugar was a luxury and its profits let people call it "The White Gold". The impact of table sugar on the health of people masses had started less than 150 years ago. By 1874, Gladstone, the British Prime Minister abolished the tax on sugar and brought its prices within the means of ordinary people.

The first sugar was recorded in England in 1100. Its price in London in1300 was equal to US $100 per kilo at today's price, and it is the discovery of the new world (The Americas) that established the sugar industry, as the climate in the Carribean was so advantageous for the growth of cane. During the 18th century, sugar became enormously popular and heightened demand and production of sugar came about to a large extent due to a great change in the eating habits of many Europeans, e.g. they began consuming jams, candy, tea, coffee, chocolates, processed food, and other sweet victuals in much greater numbers.

Now, annual consumption is running about 120 millon tons (about %15 of them is in US alone) and is expanding at a rate of about 2 million tons per annum. Most sugar is consumed within the country of production and only approximately %25 is traded internationally. In many industrialized countries, sugar has become one of the most heavily subsidized agricultural products.

Besides the refined white sugar, there are some other forms of sugar, these are : * Brown sugar: Unrefined or partially refined soft sugar.

* Caramel : It is a food which has an orange-brown color and sweet toasted flavor derived from the carmelization of sugar. Caramel is used to flavor candy, as well as soft drinks such as Coca-Cola. It is also used as a food coloring (with the E number:E150).

* Corn syrup: Known as Glucose syrup outside Canada and US, it is a syrup made from corn starch by enzymatic process and composed mainly of glucose. It is used to sweeten commercially processed food.

* Golden syrup: A thick, amber-colored form of inverted sugar syrup, made in the process refining sugar cane juice into sugar, or by treatment of a sugar solution with acid. It is used in a variety of baking recipes and desserts.

* Natural brown sugar: It is either an unrefined soft sugar consisting of sugar crystals with some residual molasses content, or produced by the addition of molasses to refined white sugar.

Impact Of Sugar On Our Health:

Refined sugar and starchy foods commonly eaten (e.g. refined grain products) represent the most abundant foods having a high Glycemic Index(GI) , those foods that release their absorbed sugars through the stomach lining into the blood stream rapidly. The trend of fat reduction concurrently with high carbohydrate intake specially those with high Glycemic Index(GI), and since fats slow gastric emptying , this may result in even more accelerated absorption of sugars. Eating sugars with low fat causes a rapid spike in blood sugar. The body responds by releasing extra insulin in the blood stream. The high insulin makes blood sugar crash back down and suppresses fat burning aswell, one gets that famished feelings which lead to overeating.

High GI meals induce a sequence of hormonal and metabolic changes thatpromote overeating (clinical trials proved people ate almost twice as much after high GI meals compared to low GI meals).Compared with low GI meals, the high GI meal resulted in higher Insulinlevels, lower plasma Glucaon levels, lower post absorptive plasma Gluose and serum fatty acids levels and elevation in plasma Epinephrine.

The first observed effect of eating too much sugars (and other carbohydrates of high GI) is the formation of a lot of fats (obesity) a predisposing factor to Diabetes mellitus(ll).

Some authers exaggerate the impact of eating carbohydrates by describing the most severe complications of uncontrolled diabetes like blindness, limb amputation, stroke...etc,

yet we can point to some common known impacts of eating sugars on health, which in themselves may be predisposing factors to some other effects, these are :

1- Increased blood Insulin has negative effects on the body that accelerate aging.

2- Increased blood Glucose causes Glycation of proteins and this affect some tissues and systems negatively (e.g. Hypertension).

3- Raised cholesterol and triglyceride and sequelae.

4- Indigestion, flatulence, constipation and gall stone formation.

5- Acne (actually the formed pustules are filled with unmetabolized carbohydrates).

6- Emotional disorders.

7- Osteoporosis.

8- Food, Caffeine and drug addiction.

9- Suprarenal gland exhaustion.

10- Hypersensitivity.

11- Arthritis.

12- Ovrweight.

13- Diabetes mellitus type ll.

In essence, we need to use sugars as a luxury again.

Unless you suffer from low blood sugar or you are running a marathon,

minimize or avoid the killer "White Gold", sugar.

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Diabetes is a disease that is well known for elevated sugar levels in the blood. These elevated sugar levels develop when an individual has abnormal metabolism. This abnormal metabolism may prevent the pancreas from making enough insulin to remove the sugar from the blood. Although diabetes is known as a life long disease, it is one that can be managed and treated overtime.

When it comes to seeking treatment for diabetes, a diagnosis will have to be made. This diagnosis most commonly comes from a professional healthcare worker. Although it is best that diabetes is diagnosed by a healthcare professional, you are still advised to be on the lookout for common diabetes symptoms. These symptoms may include fatigue, frequent urination, frequent fatigue, and nausea. In the event that you display any of these diabetes symptoms, you are urged to schedule an appointment with your primary care physician or another healthcare professional.

Once your primary care physician has been altered to the display of diabetes symptoms, it is likely that he or she will run a number of tests. These tests include a wide variety of different urine tests. If you are diagnosed with diabetes, it is likely that you will receive either a diagnosis of type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes. Type 1 diabetes, although it can develop at any age, is more common among children. Type 2 diabetes typically develops in adulthood; however, like type 1 diabetes, a diagnosis can occur at any stage in life. While type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes are the most commonly diagnosed, there is another form of diabetes known as gestational diabetes. Gestational diabetes is form of diabetes that develops during only pregnancy.

As with many other health issues, diabetes has symptoms that can make it difficult to go about your daily activities. These symptoms, also mentioned above, commonly include frequent urination, frequent fatigue, nausea, vomiting, and a frequent feeling of thirst. These symptoms are why it is important that you seek medical assistance, when they first begin to display. This is especially important if you notice that your diabetes symptoms are making it difficult to go about your daily activities. This difficultly may not occur on a daily basis, but it important to make a note of all of the instances where it has. This may help your doctor to better develop a treatment plan.

Unfortunately, with diabetes, there is no cure. Although there is no cure, there are ways that your diabetes and be managed and treated. These treatment options typically are used to try and stabilize the sugar in your blood. This is often by done by changing your eating habits, developing an exercise plan, or with the injection of insulin. All of these treatment options are important and effective, but your diabetes diet is perhaps one of the things that you should be most concerned with.

When it comes to understanding a diabetes diet there are many individuals who focus solely on the foods that they eat. These foods are important and, in many cases, lifesaving or life threatening; however, there is more to a diabetes diet than just the food that you consume. The time in which you eat your meals may be just as important as the food you eat, especially if you have been diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. Developing an effective diabetes diet plan, one that includes healthy foods and established eating times, is one of the best ways to treat and manage your diabetes.

If you have any questions or need assistance, when it comes to developing a diabetes diet, you are advised to seek professional help. That assistance may come from your primary care physician or a registered dietarian. Whatever type of assistance you seek, you should be provided with valuable diabetes diet information that should last be able to last you a lifetime.

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In the Untied States, a fairly large number of individuals, including adults and children, have been diagnosed with diabetes. When it comes to diabetes, a large amount of focus is placed on healthy eating habits. Unfortunately, many individuals, even those with diabetes are unsure what those healthy eating habits entail and the importance of following them. If you are one of those individuals, you may want to consider seeking assistance from your primary care physician.

If and when you are diagnosed with diabetes, it is likely that you will either receive a diagnosis of type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes. While you would think that these different types of diabetes are similar, they are not always. For that reason, you will find that type 1 diabetes often requires a different diet plan than type 2 diabetes. This is when many individuals start to get confused. Many are largely unaware of the fact that different diabetes types require different treatment options and food intake. That is why it is best that you seek advice from or develop a diabetes diet with your primary case physician.

When developing a diabetes diet with your healthcare provider, you will find that if you are diagnosed with type 1 diabetes your diet will have a focus on carbohydrates. Carbohydrates are known to help maintain the control of blood sugar. Many of the individuals classified as having type 2 diabetes often have a problem with their weight. That problem is often obesity; thus, the focus on healthy foods, especially those that are known to have an impact on weight loss.

Simply being told to eat more carbohydrates, for type 1 diabetes, or lose weight, for type 2 diabetes, is not enough. That is why it is advised that you seek assistance from a professional, even if you feel that it is not necessarily needed. Most primary care physicians would be more than willing to take the time to review foods that are and are not acceptable for your diabetes diet. If your primary care physician is unable to offer you assistance, which would mostly be do to the amount of time to takes to create a diet plan, they may direct you to another professional. That professional is likely to be a registered dietician.

In the event that you are referred to a registered dietician, you should rest assure. Registered dieticians are not only required to have a relatively large amount of work experience, but a formal education, and the proper certification. Much of their training has a focus on specialized diets, such as a diabetes diet. Registered dieticians are a nice alternative to primary care physicians, once a diabetes diagnosis has already been made. These professionals tend to have more time, when it comes to deciding on a diet plan for you to follow. In addition to helping you develop a diet plan and providing you with applicable recipes, many registered dietician will follow-up on your progress.

In addition to receiving diabetes diet information and tips from your primary care physician or a registered dietician, you may also want to examine resources that can be found online. Many of these resources provide valuable information, including easy-to-make recipes, on diabetes diets. However, it is important to note that you need to be cautious when obtaining this important health information online. Unless you are obtaining your information from a reliable source, such as a medical resource website, you are advised to proceed with caution. It may be a good idea to check with our physician before starting a new diet, especially one that you found from an unreliable or unverified online source.

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For the first time since insulin started being developed to treat diabetes 80 years ago, a new medical breakthrough in insulin administration will allow adult diabetics to deliver their insulin a very different way.

Exubera is rapid acting meal time insulin that was recently approved by the FDA. It comes is powdered form and can be inhaled through the mouth. Exubera will not completely replace insulin shots (some diabetics may still need shots of long acting insulin), but it will definitely take many of the hassles of taking several insulin shots on a daily basis away and help those with fear of needles keep their blood glucose levels under control with more convenience and ease of mind.

In deciding whether you should Exubera or not, you should consider the following factors: If you smoke or have recently quit smoking within the last six months, have lung disease, bronchitis, asthma or emphysema, you should not take Exubera. If you are under the age of 18, Exubera is not available for you, as more testing is being done on the effects of inhaled insulin in children.

Using Exubera

Exubera comes in powdered form. You insert a blister pack into an inhaler that releases the insulin and is inhaled through the mouth by taking a normal breath. The dose should be taken approximately 10 minutes before eating.

If Exubera is right for you and you decide to try it out, your healthcare provider will be able to fully train you on using the inhaler and delivering the insulin.

Side Effects

There are some side effects of this medicine that you should be aware of, and the most common is low blood sugar, or hypoglycemia. Other side effects include a decrease in lung capacity, a sore throat, cough, dry mouth, chest discomfort and ear pain. If you get these or other unusual side effects, contact your health care professional immediately.

Conclusion

Exubera is without a doubt a huge medical breakthrough in the development of insulin delivery and the overall success of diabetes management. Although this product is not for everyone and it does not completely replace insulin shots, it is definitely a step in the right direction that will help many diabetics control the blood glucose levels and live healthier, happier lives.

For more information on diabetes, diabetes management and information, visit Jesus Chirino is webmaster of Your Life with Diabetes, a website dedicated to providing free diabetes information and resources.

Discovering you have type 2 diabetes is a life-changing experience. It can be a life-change that is good or it can be disastrous. And popping pills to control your diabetes may not be the answer, but, it's up to you. Let me explain...

The majority of newly diagnosed people have type 2 diabetes. Lifestyle is believed to contribute hugely to the development of this type of diabetes; the wrong lifestyle for your body. Eating the wrong foods - and often too much; a sedentary lifestyle - too much sitting around at a desk, watching TV or sitting at a computer or just general inactivity all contributes. Your body loses the battle to keep your blood-sugars at a safe level for you and you develop insulin resistance; type 2 diabetes.

Drastic life-saving changes are needed. So what do we do? 'Pop a pill' and carry on (almost) as before. Sure you might make some token changes, like not eating so many cakes, sweets and biscuits. Or you might cut down on the sugary drinks.

But, for the vast majority of us, that's about as far as it goes.

And that's not good news for our health.

How do I know this?

Because I have type 2 diabetes - diagnosed in 1982.

But I wasn't particularly overweight and I did have a reasonable amount of physical activity in my daily life. So I followed the (then) current expert thinking on the 'ideal diabetic diet', which included a high proportion of high-complex-carbohydrate foods, such as potato, bread and pasta. I didn't make the connection between this type of diet and my constant high blood-sugars.

So I popped the pills prescribed and avoided the obvious sugar-laden enemies; cakes, sweets and sugary treats.

So where's the problem?

The problem is the constant underlying, grinding effect of continuing the wrong lifestyle and eating habits and the consequences it generates. My condition very gradually, almost insidiously, got worse. Yet I was following the eating guidelines I'd been given.

You see, taking drugs to control your diabetes, instead of changing your eating pattern and lifestyle can create an extreme yo-yo effect on your blood-sugars. It did for me. I ranged from a high of 17.6 mmol/l to 2.8 mmol/l (the safe range is between 4mmol/l and 7mmol/l).

And I had no idea of what was happening between my own blood testing sessions - but the overall effect on my HbA1C was not good. Keeping within the 'safe range', for me, was a nigh-on impossibility.

But that was OK, as my overall condition got worse I was prescribed more medication to try to keep my HbA1c levels in control - more pills! Until I reached the stage where the only way forward, if I was to continue using medication to control my sugar-levels, was to go onto insulin injections.

That's when I decided to take proper control of my type 2 diabetes and find out more about it and what it was doing to me.

THAT WAS SCARY I can tell you!! I found out about all the other health risks my diabetes was opening me up to. Serious risks I didn't know about, because I hadn't taken much interest other than 'I need to pop a pill to control it'. Risks such as heart disease; kidney failure; neuropathy (nerve-end damage); retinopathy (eye-damage) and more made me realise how important it is to understand as much as possible about diabetes. (That's why I set up my website - see below)

What to do? Well I decided it was safer, healthier and more sensible to change my lifestyle and eating pattern and reduce my reliance on pills. Instead of using drugs to control my type 2 diabetes I decided to do it in a natural and healthy way.

I've changed my meal contents - I now follow a low-carbohydrate diet. Yes, it took a bit of getting used to at first, until I'd got it sorted in my head what I could eat safely - after all you don't break the eating habits of a lifetime overnight. But it's not a difficult eating style to follow and there's plenty of help and advice available (you can read more about exactly how I did it in the complimentary 86-page PDF guide on my website - see below).

My medication? I've gone from popping 5 pills a day to just 2. And I'm working on reducing that even further. More importantly, my blood-sugars are now consistently within the safe range - my current average test reading is 5.9mmol/l. I'm just waiting to see what my HbA1C levels are at my next check-up.

My advice to you? If you have type 2 diabetes decide NOW - would you rather pop pills and have your health gradually degraded? Or would you rather take control of your diabetes and live a longer, fuller, healthier life?*

I know which I chose.

*PLEASE NOTE, this is reporting my own personal experience. You should not drastically change your eating pattern or your medication without consulting your diabetic medical team.

© 2006 Carol Ann

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You can chew a gum to help you quit smoking, why not chew a gum to manage your diabetes? Generex corporation of Toronto, Ontario, Canada, has teamed up with Fertin Pharma from Denmark to create this diabetes gum.

The proposed gum would be for type 2 diabetes, and would be for patients who are not insulin dependant. The gum would deliver metformin to the patient through the lining of their mouth. Metformin is a traditionally used medication for diabetes. Generex, a biotechnology company, expects this type of delivery (buccal) to help overcome certain side effects of taking metformin orally.

The two companies announced their plans in early June of 2006. Generex has been a market leader for drug delivery, and Fertin has developed many other gums. Their partnership offers lots of hope for diabetics currently on medication.

Metformin is currently taken as a pill. It can be associated with nausea, abdominal pain, and vomiting, among others side effects. The idea of having metformin absorbed into the mouth is that it would prevent or minimize these effects.

When a drug is absorbed through a person's mouth, it is called a buccal delivery because it enters via the buccal mucosa. Generex has worked with buccal delivery successfully for other drugs. Generex has developed a type of insulin for insulin dependent diabetics that is sprayed into the mouth.

Metformin is a glucose-reducing drug. It is part of the biguanides family of drugs, which reduces glucose production in the liver. One of the brand names of metformin currently is Glucophage. Metformin also makes muscle tissue more receptive to insulin.

Currently, some of the side effects of metformin (which include vomiting or diarrhea) can be prevented when the medication is taken with food. With chewing a gum instead of taking a pill, scientists hope that the delivery will be more efficient and easier to deliver, which will prevent these gastro-intestinal side effects.

Metformin, and other medications for non-insulin dependent diabetics, is an important part of blood sugar control. It helps a person with diabetes cope with his/her blood sugar, which in turn prevents many of the complications associated with diabetes. This proposed drug will offer diabetics more choice and will help them find the ideal treatment process. We look forward to hearing more news on these developments!

Vivian Brennan is the editor of The Guide To Diabetes. To learn more about diabetes medications, for both type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes, visit The Guide to Diabetes today.

I would like to draw attention to the fact that doctors in most parts of world too readily prescribe injected insulin when patients are diagnosed as having type 2 diabetes.Synthetic insulin is a dangerous drug with lots of undesirable, and sometimes fatal, side effects.Some doctors don't even bother to perform a test to see if the patient's system has completely stopped producing natural insulin before prescribing the manufactured kind. Consequently, millions of people all over the world are unnecessarily injecting themselves with insulin on a daily basis when they could be taking care of their condition by natural means.

There is strong evidence to suggest that a strict diet, exercise and the taking

of a few readily available food supplements is a much safer route to controlling blood sugar levels than injected insulin.Many people diagnosed as having type 2 diabetes are lacking in essential minerals and vitamins which gave rise to their condition. Of these two, minerals are the most important as vitamins are largely ineffective without them. A diet high in fiber is also beneficial.The minerals critical to the diabetic's health are as follows: chromium, potassium, manganese, magnesium, sulphur and zinc. Vitamins B2 and B6 are also vitally important.It is not an easy task trying to get these from food as the nutrient value of food can vary greately dependent upon where it came from, how fresh it is, how it is stored, and how it is cooked.

The evidence suggests that a diet high in protein and fiber, and low in carbohydrates and without added sugars, is the best one for controlling type 2 diabetes by natural means, The natural sugar in fruits is known as fructose.The latter is not broken down by insulin, so fruits in general, and apples in particular, can be utilised by the diabetic to ensure there is sufficient sugar circulating in the body.

It is best for the diabetic to eat foods such as vegetables in the raw condition as cooking can destroy lots of beneficial nutrients. The foods likely to provide the whole range of nutrients are as follows: algae, asparagus,celery, cabbage

cucumber, watercress, lettuce, oats,grains and sprouted grains,beef liver, fruits in general and especially apples, beans, egg yolks, hazelnuts, onions, olives, soyabean, wholegrain bread and rye crispbreads.Foods to be avoided are: beats, bananas, cocoa, chestnuts,chocolate,jam, fruit syrup, jelly, ice cream, mayonnaise, honey and white rice.

Soft drinks laden with sugar should be avoided by the diabetic. If you find yourself in a position where only these are available, then go for the diet version,example diet coke instead of the regular kind, Drinking lots of tap or bottled water between meals can also help.

Choromium picolinate and brewer's yeast tablets should be taken 3 times daily with meals in order to regulate the amount of glucose circulating in the body. Because of the variables with food as mentioned above, serious consideration should be given to the taking of a daily multivitamin and mineral tablet so there are no deficiencies in this regard. These are readily available from health food shops, and can be purchased by credit card on the Internet for delivery via. the mail.

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When your blood glucose levels are higher than normal but not high enough to be considered diabetes, you have a condition known as impaired glucose tolerance, or pre diabetes. Pre diabetes is usually accompanied by insulin resistance, and most people that are diagnosed with it go on to develop type 2 diabetes within a 10 year period.

Are You At Risk?

If you are over 45 years of age, are overweight, have a history of diabetes or gestational diabetes, have high blood pressure or are from a minority group with a higher risk of diabetes (Hispanic, African American, American Indian, Asian American/Pacific Islanders), you are at a higher risk of having pre diabetes and developing diabetes.

Detecting Pre Diabetes

Two tests are mainly used in detecting the presence of pre-diabetes:

In a fasting plasma glucose test, fasting glucose levels between 100 and 125 mg/dl are considered pre diabetes; higher levels will indicate the presence of diabetes.

In an oral glucose tolerance test, blood glucose levels between 140 and 199 mg/dl are considered pre diabetes; higher levels will indicate the presence of diabetes.

Pre diabetes symptoms are gradual and often go unnoticed. Many people have pre diabetes and diabetes without even knowing it. If any of the risks factor described above apply to you, talk to your doctor about getting tested. Other symptoms that you may notice include increased appetite, increased thirst, increased urination, weight loss, fatigue, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting.

Pre Diabetes Treatment – The Good News!

Detecting pre diabetes early and following the needed treatment can actually reverse the condition and possibly bring blood glucose levels back to normal. Lifestyle changes are the effective way of treating pre diabetes and delaying or even preventing the development of type 2 diabetes. The health choices that you make on a daily basis can make a huge difference on your diagnosis of type 2 diabetes. If you make the needed lifestyle changes and follow your doctor's advice, your will dramatically lower your risks.

The needed lifestyle changes include:

• A healthy, low carb diet

• Staying physically active.

• Loosing weight

Talk to your doctor and come up with a plan that will fit you and your lifestyle best in order to keep pre diabetes under control.

Conclusion

Type 2 diabetes is a dangerous condition that is many times preceded by pre diabetes. Remember that you have the power to do something about it! If you act early and follow the needed lifestyle changes, educate yourself and work with your health care team, you can definitely slow down or even prevent the onset of type 2 diabetes and the complications associated with it.

For more information on diabetes visit Jesus Chirino is webmaster of Your Life with Diabetes, a website dedicated to providing free diabetes information and resources.

If your child has diabetes, it is probably type 1 diabetes, which means that your child is insulin-dependent. Even if your child has type 2 diabetes, you will want to tell the school so that your child is supported during their learning process. You want your child to get the most of their education, and that means helping to make sure that your child gets the proper care at school.

1. Meet with the School

You will want to have a meeting with your child's teacher, every year. This will probably take about 30 minutes to an hour to discuss the teacher's questions and your child's needs. Bring along information about diabetes. There are even pamphlets on diabetes aimed at teachers that you can bring with you.

Your child's teacher is going to wonder, "Do I have to give insulin treatments?" The answer is that no, teachers are not responsible for giving injections. Many children manage their diabetes without ever getting insulin injections at school. Others get their injections at school, and are supervised by the teacher while they do this.

Help the teacher understand the blood glucose monitoring system that your child uses. It might be helpful to create a chart that explains what the different levels of blood glucose are, and what action should be taken for each one.

It is important to determine what policies the school has in place for diabetics. If there are no pre-existing policies, you can help your child's school create thoughtful and inclusive policies.

2. Ally yourself with the Teacher

Especially with younger school-aged children, they might not understand the importance of eating their regular snacks. Ask the teacher to help remind your child to eat these snacks.

Your child's teacher is the best person to observe your child during the day. A common occurrence for children with diabetes is that they develop low blood sugar before lunch. Have the teacher monitor your child to see if there are patterns of lethargy that should be noted and altered (possibly with an extra snack). The teacher can help remind the child to do blood testing as well.

3. Prepare your child

Before your child goes to school, be sure that they understand diabetes. You will want them to know what their responsibilities are.

Remember that as your child grows up, you are transferring the responsibility of monitoring and regulating their own blood sugar from your hands to their hands. During this transition period, you might find that your child makes a mistake, and occasionally misses snacks. This is a normal part of the growing up experience. Help your child overcome these mistakes, but allow your child to make these mistakes in the first place.

Consider getting a medic alert bracelet for your child, or similar piece of identification that explains that they have diabetes so that emergencies can be averted or cared for properly.

4. Help pack the lunch

When your child is young, you will probably be the one packing their lunch to take to school. Be sure to pack extra snacks in case your child gets low blood sugar at school. Or leave some extra snacks with the teacher if you are worried that your child would eat them all at once. Pack some snacks that are quick to eat, such as carrot sticks instead of an apple, so that your child won't have to

5. Know your rights

Even though your child is diabetic, your child has a right to participate in every athletic event, field trip, and class outing that is planned. Your child has a right to monitor their blood sugar when necessary, and to eat snacks when they are needed. Your child also has a right to free access to water and to the bathroom. Your child will also be allowed to take as much time as necessary to eat the needed snacks. These rights are mandated by federal law in Canada, and by state law in the United States. If you feel these rights are being violated, begin by contacting your teacher to discuss how you can solve the situation. If this does not work, speak to your school principal, and take it further if necessary. Most times diabetes education will help the school meet your and your child's needs.

The teachers, facilitators, and administration all want your child to succeed in school. Help them by giving them the salient information about diabetes. This can be an experience in ongoing education for you, your child, and the school staff. Let your child help in this education. If your child wants to do a presentation or project on diabetes, encourage them to share their knowledge. If your child prefers to keep quiet about diabetes, respect that right as well.

Vivian Brennan is an editor of The Guide to Diabetes. For tips on how to deal with diabetes at any age or stage, check out the The Guide to Diabetes.

Latino communities have come together to help reverse a troubling trend: About 2.5 million, or 9.5 percent of Hispanic and Latino adults in the United States, may have diabetes, a much higher rate than non-Hispanic white adults.

In one community, Latino families now participate in a research program called Diabetes and the Family. The initiative teaches people with diabetes to control their disease, and it works with parents, children, siblings and other relatives to help loved ones with diabetes. It also teaches people without diabetes ways to avoid the disease altogether. Family members set goals together and encourage each other to eat right and be active.

The program is run through the University of Arizona's Southwest Center for Community Health. The center is a Prevention Research Center, funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It works to eliminate health problems such as diabetes and obesity that disproportionately affect many Latino communities.

"To do health promotion with the Latino community, you need to focus on the family," said Guadalupe Ayala, Ph.D., research director at the San Diego Prevention Research Center, which leads the Prevention Research Centers' Latino Health Network. "When you have multiple generations involved, the more the better."

Dr. Ayala said Latinos in the United States, especially recent immigrants, face challenges to staying healthy. They often lack access to adequate housing or medical care, and they work to support family members in other countries.

"Physical activity becomes a low priority," she said. "And it shouldn't. We need to take care of ourselves if we want to take care of other people."

The San Diego center is studying ways to increase physical activity in a California-Mexico border town, such as creating walking clubs for adults and soccer leagues for children who cannot afford community leagues.

Each of CDC's 33 Prevention Research Centers involves a community in every aspect of research and program design. Once the programs are tested, they can be shared with similar communities.

In Chicago, another Prevention Research Center is training residents of a largely Latino neighborhood, where rates of inactivity, obesity and diabetes are high, to be Healthy Living Coaches who visit churches, schools and work sites to teach diabetes prevention.

Dr. Ayala said there is hope for Latinos' health. "You can start at any time," she said. "The barriers are not insurmountable."

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Latino families are helping each other control diabetes.

Diabetes is a condition in which the concentration of glucose in the bloodstream is chronically higher than normal. Diabetics are two to four times more likely than non-diabetics to die from stroke or heart disease. Diabetes may also lead to blindness, kidney disease, nerve disease, amputation, and impotence. It is responsible for over 180,000 deaths each year.

Diabetes causes rampant damage to the arteries and veins due to an accumulation of glucose in the blood. This accumulation sets an enzyme called PKC into overdrive. In addition to giving signals to the genes and causing cells to grow and divide fast, PKC also starts a chain reaction that reduces the elasticity of the veins and arteries. The consequently hardened arteries are very prone to breaking. Blockage of these arteries results in reduced blood flow to vital organs which could lead to conditions such as gangrene and blindness. Blockage of larger arteries leads to heart disease and stroke.

The complications of diabetes from heart disease and stroke to diabetic retinopathy, cataracts, and damage of the nerves, have all been linked in some way to the formation of free radicals. Studies show that omega three and omega six fatty acids neutralize free radicals, and provide the additional nutrition so desperately needed by diabetics. One way of obtaining these required nutrients is to harness the power of nature and nourish the body with medicinal plants.

The Purslane Herb

Purslane, or portulaca as it is also known, is an herbaceous garden weed with fleshy succulent leaves. Purslane is one of the richest sources of fatty acids known in nature. It is also full of nutrients that can help manage diabetes. The main components of Purslane are tocopherals which are known to be strong antioxidants. It also contains vitamins C, A and E and minerals such as phosphorus, zinc, calcium, magnesium, manganese, silicon and phosphorus. A regular intake of Purslane in the form of salads should be an integral part in the management of diabetes.

Purslane is also an anti-inflammatory, demulcent, antibiotic, and anti-parasitic. It is regularly used in cosmetology due to its soothing properties. This property of Purslane can also be utilized in the treatment of the skin conditions, such as boils and sores, associated with diabetes.

Purslane is also used internally to deal with the symptoms of toxic dysentery, boils, sores, vaginal discharges, and urinary tract infections.

Essential oils and diabetes

Although essential oils cannot claim to cure diabetes, they can be used to reduce the side effects of diabetes related ailments such as ulcers, loss of skin integrity, and skin infections. The use of essential oils can reduce inflammation, encourage cell regeneration, and eliminate infection.

Some of the common essential oils that may be used are Palma Rosa, Rosemary, Juniper, Lavender, Tea-tree, and Peppermint.

Essential oils can also alleviate the stress of coping with a chronic condition such as diabetes and ease the burden of living with such a debilitating disease. Aromatherapy is a known antidote for relieving stress. Some of the essential oils that can be used for reducing stress are lavender, Ylang Ylang, Sandalwood, Lemon, Bergamot, Neroli and Germanium.

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Avandia is a prescription drug that is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus. It can be used alone or in combination with other diabetes medications. It increases the response to insulin made in the body without stimulating more insulin production.

Other activities like diet control, weight loss, and exercise should be tried as an attempt to control diabetes before starting with Avandia. This medication works best if combined with exercises and proper diet.

People under the age of 18 should avoid Avandia. There are several chemical ingredients like rosiglitazone maleate, in Avandia. Anyone allergic to such substances should avoid this drug.

Your doctor should be made aware of your health conditions, before prescribing this medication. For example, if you have any heart disorders or history of heart failure, you should let your doctor know.

Furthermore, if you have juvenile diabetes (Type 1), a history of diabetic ketoacidosis, or diabetic eye disease known as Macular Edema, you should make this information available to your doctor.

If you have any sort of liver problems, a blood test is recommended. If you are taking any other diabetes medications such as Troglitazon make sure your doctor is aware of this. Better to be safe than sorry.

Any woman who is pregnant or attempting to become pregnant should not take it. At present there is no data to indicate whether or not Avandia is harmful to unborn children. But why take that risk. You should also avoid taking this while breastfeeding. Remember to consult your doctor about choices of birth control, since intake of Avandia may lead to unwanted pregnancies.

Bear in mind, that Avandia can react with the other drugs and produce unpleasant side effects. Therefore, you must let your physician know about all the medicines (OTC drugs, vitamins, or herbal supplements) you take, to avoid any potential risk of side effects.

Like any other drug, Avandia comes with a list of possible side effects. Avandia causes fluid retention and people with heart problems increase the risk of heart failure by taking this medication. Swelling due to fluid retention could occur as well. Be cautious, if you notice symptoms such as swelling of ankles or legs, shortness of breath, rapid increase in weight, or excessive fatigue, with no apparent reason, tell your doctor right away.

Hypoglycemia or low blood sugar may occur. Some symptoms of this include, dizziness and shakiness.

Apart from fluid retention, Avandia also retains extra body fat resulting in weight gain. It also promotes ovulation resulting in higher chances of becoming pregnant. This is more common in premenopausal women.

Liver related problems could be a major side effect. Get a blood check done to make sure that everything is right with the liver before taking Avandia. In fact, get the check up done, during the course of taking Avandia, to make sure no problems have cropped up without your knowledge. Nausea or vomiting, abdominal pain, unusual fatigue, loss of appetite, dark colored urine, yellow skin or yellowing of the whites of the eyes are some of the common symptoms of Avandia. If you notice any of these symptoms, visit your doctor as soon as possible.

Disclaimer - The information presented here should not be interpreted as or substituted for medical advice. Please talk to your doctor for more information about Avandia.

If you think lack of sleep only gets you uncontrollable yawns and bags under your eyes, take note, it may be more costly to your health than you think!

A study done by Sleep Heart Health has found more evidence of increased diabetic conditions related to lack of sleep. But it doesn't stop there; it also shows evidence of the same conditions with too much sleep.

These findings come from a study where 722 men and 764 women, aged 53 to 93 years enrolled in the study. Working with a controlled sleep time of 7 - 8 hours a night and ruling out other potential issues such as sleep apnea, insomnia, obesity, sex, age and race. The study shows a strong link between Type 2 Diabetes, impaired glucose tolerance and amount of sleep.

• In those who slept 5 hours or less a night, Diabetes was 2.5 times more common.

• In those who slept 6 hours a night, Diabetes was 66% more common.

• In those who slept 9 or more hours a night, Diabetes was 79% more common.

Over the past 30 years or so the usual sleep per night has declined for adults aged 40 to 79 years of age. Near the end of the 50's, 8 hours a night was the norm with less than 15% reported sleeping less than 7 hours a night. Once we turned the new millennium, the usual sleep times dropped to 7 hours a night and approximately 35% of targeted adults reported sleeping less than 7 hours a night.

Although Insomnia plays some part in this equation, probably brought on by other sleep influences like kids awake at night or tossing and turning on the old mattress. It's amazing to see that the majority of sleep deprivation is voluntary. With 43% of adults polled saying they spend more time than they should to stay up either watching television or using the Internet, the other whopper being 45% reporting staying up later or getting up earlier to get more work done.

When most people see these numbers and results they think that you would have to do this over a lifetime to have these adverse affects. But the study also shows results of impaired glucose tolerance in healthy young adults when sleep was restricted to 4 hours a night for 6 straight nights, 6 nights, that certainly isn't a lifetime! Keep in mind that Diabetes carries a high risk of cardiovascular-related problems which can severely shorten your lifespan.

"This is one additional piece of information bolstering the common recommendation for sleeping 7 to 8 hours a night," says, Boston University's Dr. Daniel Gottlieb, study co-author.

I can deal with the bags under the eyes and the fly catching yawns but life's blowing by as it is and I certainly want to be around when my 6 and 8 year old kids graduate, at least. I realize that you can't always get the right amount of sleep but I know I can always try!

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You can chew a gum to help you quit smoking, why not chew a gum to manage your diabetes? Generex corporation of Toronto, Ontario, Canada, has teamed up with Fertin Pharma from Denmark to create this diabetes gum.

The proposed gum would be for type 2 diabetes, and would be for patients who are not insulin dependant. The gum would deliver metformin to the patient through the lining of their mouth. Metformin is a traditionally used medication for diabetes. Generex, a biotechnology company, expects this type of delivery (buccal) to help overcome certain side effects of taking metformin orally.

The two companies announced their plans in early June of 2006. Generex has been a market leader for drug delivery, and Fertin has developed many other gums. Their partnership offers lots of hope for diabetics currently on medication.

Metformin is currently taken as a pill. It can be associated with nausea, abdominal pain, and vomiting, among others side effects. The idea of having metformin absorbed into the mouth is that it would prevent or minimize these effects.

When a drug is absorbed through a person's mouth, it is called a buccal delivery because it enters via the buccal mucosa. Generex has worked with buccal delivery successfully for other drugs. Generex has developed a type of insulin for insulin dependent diabetics that is sprayed into the mouth.

Metformin is a glucose-reducing drug. It is part of the biguanides family of drugs, which reduces glucose production in the liver. One of the brand names of metformin currently is Glucophage. Metformin also makes muscle tissue more receptive to insulin.

Currently, some of the side effects of metformin (which include vomiting or diarrhea) can be prevented when the medication is taken with food. With chewing a gum instead of taking a pill, scientists hope that the delivery will be more efficient and easier to deliver, which will prevent these gastro-intestinal side effects.

Metformin, and other medications for non-insulin dependent diabetics, is an important part of blood sugar control. It helps a person with diabetes cope with his/her blood sugar, which in turn prevents many of the complications associated with diabetes. This proposed drug will offer diabetics more choice and will help them find the ideal treatment process. We look forward to hearing more news on these developments!

Vivian Brennan is the editor of The Guide To Diabetes. To learn more about diabetes medications, for both type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes, visit The Guide to Diabetes today.

All diabetics need to consult with their primary care physician before starting any weight loss plan. For a diabetic diet plan you will need to be carefully monitoring your sugar and a physician will be able to tell you the best way to lose weight without jeopardizing your health.

When you have diabetes your body either doesn't produce enough insulin or your body's cells ignore insulin. Insulin is necessary for the body to be able to use sugar. Sugar is the basic fuel for the cells in the body, and insulin takes the sugar from the blood into the cells.

For those who have Type 2 Diabetes weight control is the best way to keep your glucose in check. But for many people just trying to get started to have a healthy diabetic diet is a challenge in and of itself.

You need to start out your diabetic diet by changing your eating habits. Increase your exercise each day while maintaining a comfortable fitness level and only increase when you feel your body is ready for an increase. Doing too much right up front will only discourage you and you run the possibility of hurting yourself.

Here are a few tips to help you get started on your way:

* Start out simple. A good diabetic diet will decrease your amount of sugar, fats, and non-essentials from your diet.

* Start eating more natural raw foods. Not only are they healthier for you, they will fill you up faster while providing you the long lasting energy that you need to keep going all day long.

* Keep close track of your glucose levels as you start your diabetic diet. Have a running log of your glucose levels so you can better see how what you eat affects your body.

* Remember if you have been eating huge meals for a long period of time that when you reduce the amount of food you eat you will still feel hunger pains. To counteract that drink more water to fill you up. Once your stomach shrinks down you will no longer feel the effects of hunger pains.

* Track your calories and be honest. It's going to shock you how many calories and fat grams those "diet" meals actually have.

* Should you still have problems losing weight after a few weeks on your diabetic diet then make an appointment with your doctor to discuss with him or her about some of the weight loss pills that are safe for diabetics to take, such as Sibutramine (Meridia) and Orlistat (Xenical).

* Don't count carbs! Diabetics need carbs in their diets in moderation in order to help maintain a proper level of insulin in their bodies. So such diets as South Beach Diet or Atkins are not for diabetics. That is why I suggest you go back to natural healthy eating instead of trying out the newest fad in diets. If you are unsure of how many carbs a day you need in order to maintain your glucose levels, consult with your primary care physician first before you start limiting carbs.

These are just a few simple tips to get you started on your healthy weight loss diabetic diet as a Type 2 Diabetic. For more information and help ask your primary care physician before you start any diet even a back to basic diet such as stated above. Your physician will have several resources and ideas to help you be able to lose weight yet not have your weight loss plan affect your diabetes.

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As a cat owner, your first responsibility is to keep your pet healthy. However, even with balanced nutrition and a good amount of love and attention, cats can still get sick. Learn about the most common ailments that affect cats so you can try to prevent them or cure them quickly with the proper medical care when you first spot the symptoms.

Fleas

Although cats and dogs can live with fleas, flea infestations should be controlled for several reasons. The most common flea, the cat flea (Ctenocephalides felis) may carry the Dipylidium caninum tapeworm larvae. If cats eat fleas during grooming, they may become infested with these tapeworms.

Fleas could also transmit other infectious agents to both you and your pet. If kittens are exposed to fleas, they may become anemic. Cats can also develop an allergy to flea bites, resulting in excessive scratching or possibly skin disease. Finally, humans are also susceptive to itchy flea bites, usually on the ankles.

You may suspect your cat has fleas if he seems particularly itchy, or you see bites on human members of your household. To check if your cat has fleas, groom him over a sheet of white paper. Look for a few fleas caught in the comb's teeth or flea dirt on the paper. Flea dirt is actually excrement of undigested cat blood, and appears black and comma shaped to the naked eye. If you place it on damp cotton wool, the flea dirt dissolves into bloody streaks.

To control fleas, all mature fleas must be killed and reinfestation prevented. Many commercial products are available both to kill adult fleas and remove fleas from the environment. Ask your vet for specific recommendations. Make sure what you use kills both the adult mature fleas, as well as the eggs left behind, usually on carpet and bedding. Nothing is worse than to think you have conquered the problem, than several months later to have your family and pets attacked by blood hungry new hatchlings.

Hairballs

When cats cannot digest hair and food debris, they regurgitate hairballs. Hairballs are formed either at the back of the throat or in the small intestines. Hairballs not only sound disgusting while your cat is producing them for you, but they also make an unsightly mess on your carpets and floors. Any cat owner who has had the thrill of watching their pet suffer through the process of hacking up fur balls will be highly motivated to prevent new ones from forming.

The simplest method of hairball prevention is grooming your cat to remove excess hair. The next step involves many products already on the market to prevent hairball build-up such as oils, treats, and diets. If your cat vomits frequently and the problem isn't resolved with regular brushings, you should consult with the veterinarian to be certain that a more serious problem is not the cause.

Overactive thyroid

Overactive thyroid, or hyperthyroidism, is a condition where the thyroid gland becomes enlarged and produces excess amounts of thyroid hormone. The condition is often provoked by a benign tumor on one or both lobes of the thyroid gland. The good news is that thyroid tumors have only a 2-5% chance of malignancy.

Symptoms of an overactive thyroid include: increased appetite or thirst, unexplained weight loss (particularly muscle mass), nervousness or irritability, frequent vomiting, lethargy and weakness, diarrhea, or a coat that looks ungroomed. A cat with the condition may not present every symptom, but the presence of two or more should prompt a visit to the veterinarian's office.

At the vet's, your cat will be given a physical exam. If she notices enlarged glands, a CBC (blood panel) and a thyroid-specific test can make the diagnosis more conclusive. There are three treatments that offer a good chance for your cat's full recovery: anti-thyroid medication, surgery, and radioiodine treatment. Each method has its own advantages and disadvantages, so you should learn more about the disease and its treatments and discuss your options with the veterinarian before making a decision.

Diabetes

Feline Diabetes can affect cats of any age, but is most common in older, obese cats—typically males. There are two types of diabetes. Type 1 is caused by insufficient insulin production while Type 2 results from a body's inability to handle insulin effectively. Another type of diabetes, secondary diabetes, occurs as a side effect of drugs or diseases that impair the natural secretion of insulin or its effects in the body.

The symptoms of feline diabetes include vomiting, dehydration, weakness and loss of appetite, increased thirst and urination, weight loss, breathing abnormalities, and an unkempt-looking coat. If your cat has any or several of these symptoms, take him to the vet. The vet will test for blood sugar levels and sugar levels in the urine. Doing both tests rules out an increased blood sugar level due to the stress of the office visit.

If your cat is diagnosed with diabetes, it is usually treated through one or a combination of five methods: diet and weight control, insulin injections, oral medications, monitoring glucose and insulin levels, and nutrient and botanical supplements. Each method of treatments has unique benefits and drawbacks, so be sure to decide on a treatment plan with your veterinarian.

Feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD)

This disease is a painful inflammation of the lower urinary tract that has the potential to be fatal. Feline lower urinary tract disease has a number of causes from decreased water intake and urine retention to viruses, bacteria, or diet. Symptoms that your cat may have FLUTD include inappropriate or difficult and frequent urination, appetite loss, listlessness, blood in the urine, or frequent licking of the genitals.

Vet treatment for FLUTD can include catheterization, fluid therapy, antibiotics, or even (rarely) surgery. At home, cat owners are often encouraged to change their pet's diet and style of feeding (more frequent, smaller meals). It is also important for your cat to drink plenty of water.

We all want to keep our cats healthy and with us for as long as possible. Understanding and being on the lookout for these common ailments will allow the discerning cat owner to take action before a small health problem turns into something more serious. Using good observation skills to evaluate any potential change in your cat's condition will allow you to take simple steps to keep your cat healthy, happy, and disease free. If you notice a continuing pattern of symptoms that may point to flea infestation, hairballs, an overactive thyroid, urinary tract disease, or even diabetes, timely consulation with your vet will allow you both to plan the best course of action. Your happy, healthy cat will thank you.

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The cost of diabetes to Americans is two-fold. There is a the actual cost of the disease in money – as in supplies bought, health dollars spent, and even commerce lost because of the debilitating nature of the disease. There is also the cost to the individual that cannot be measured – the quality of life lost when the disease is not controlled, the effort it takes to maintain a healthy lifestyle and the difficulties surrounding that.

What is the cost of diabetes on the typical American lifestyle? If the disease is not managed correctly, the cost can be tremendous. One of the biggest factors contributing to diabetes is obesity, and obesity is the fastest growing health epidemic in America today. The good news is this risk factor is completely preventable and manageable; the bad news is that up to 65% of Americans are overweight. Exercise is the number one method to prevent obesity and diabetes, along with a healthy diet and lifestyle in general. There are also some oral medications that can help prevent the onset of the disease to those with risk factors or a "pre-diabetic" condition.

Complications from diabetes include symptoms of low or high blood sugar, such as dizziness, sweating, weakness, shakiness and nausea. If blood sugar falls too low, those affected can faint or even go into a coma from low blood sugar. The long term complications from uncontrolled or poorly controlled diabetes include nerve damage and kidney damage, damage to the eyes, cardio-vascular disease, Alzheimer's, and a much higher risk of infection from simple illnesses and wounds being unable to heal.

The monetary cost for diabetic supplies can also be tremendous. Testing for blood sugar levels can cost up to $0.81 per test, and for those who have to test their sugar levels up to 6 times a day, this can add up very quickly. Costs can also skyrocket when diabetes is uncontrolled or poorly controlled simply because the medical expenses from kidney problems, eye damage, cardio-vascular damage and more be tremendous.

Fortunately there are many programs out there that can help diabetics to get their testing supplies for free or at a much lower cost, even if they are currently insured or on government assistance programs like Medic-aide and Medicare. Most of these programs will work directly with the insurance company to figure out the lowest-cost avenue for the patient, and to present these options to the patient in an easy to understand and helpful manner.

One of these sites where patients can apply for free or low-cost supplies is Free Diabetic Supplies. Within this site are several places patients can go to apply to choose the right program for them. They are all free for the patient, as well as simple to fill out.

Free Diabetic Supplies

Diabetes in your child affects the entire family. It can change your life and your child's life for the worst. But that doesn't mean that diabetes should prevent your child from enjoying a fulfilling life full of health, joy and happiness. Knowing what to do, doing research on the disease and working closely with your health care team will help you and your child overcome diabetes.

Diabetes in Children

Type 1 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes in children. In recent years, type 2 diabetes has also been diagnosed, probably because of the spike of unhealthy habits and obesity in more developed countries.

Causes

The cause or causes of childhood diabetes are still not known, but the factors are believed to be much the same as with adults: viruses, genetics and the environment play a role in childhood diabetes.

Symptoms are also similar to adults: Increased appetite, increased thirst, increased urination, weight loss, fatigue, abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting. Behavioral problems may also be a symptom of diabetes in a child.

Treatment

Most diabetic children are treated with insulin. Insulin shots are the most common way of administering the insulin. Older kids also use insulin pumps for treatment.

As with adults, control of blood glucose levels is important, and an essential part of doing this is by having a healthy diet and exercising regularly. Talking to a trained dietician will help you come up with healthy eating habits for your child.

What You Must Do As a Parent

You play an important role in your child's life with diabetes. The very first thing you must do is understand what your child is going through, and learn how to deal with the situation in beneficial way. Educate yourself and find out what you must do to help your child face the challenges of diabetes, both emotionally and physically.

Become familiar with your child's treatment; understand what you must do as a parent. Your child's health care team can help you. Learning how to administer insulin shots, knowing the symptoms of low blood sugar and making sure your child follows their daily treatment routine are important things you must know.

Teaching Self Care

Teaching your child how to take care of him or herself and getting them involved as soon as they are old enough is crucial for the child's independence and self esteem. It will also help them know what to do when you are not there. Remember, you won't be able to be with your child at all times. You must encourage and supervise your child, but not overwhelm them by being too overprotective, as it will cause emotional problems. Teaching your child how to test their blood glucose levels and how to administer insulin as soon as they are old enough is a vital part of getting them involved in self care.

Children and teenagers will sometimes go through emotional times associated with their growth and development where they may not want to follow their treatment as they need to. Understand the physical and emotional issues that your child is going through, both growing up and having to face diabetes. Encourage them and keep them emotionally strong, not letting them stop or avoid treatment for any reason.

Conclusion

Facing the challenge of diabetes for you and your child will not be easy. Nonetheless, making the effort to educate yourself and better help your child is well worth it and rewarding. Teaching your child self care and independence will better improve the child's well being, both physically and emotionally. Working closely with the health care team will help your child stay healthy and avoid complications. Remember, your child has diabetes, but that doesn't mean he or she doesn't deserve a healthy, happy life. It is in your hands to help your child achieve just that.

Jay Chirino is webmaster of Your Life with Diabetes, a website dedicated to providing free diabetes information and resources.

We all know what the flu is like: upset stomach, fever, and general misery. But now we are able to prevent many types of influenza. We can even immunize against pneumonia. These precautions will lower your chance of getting sick this year. Of course, maintaining a healthy dose of common sense is also important: wear your hat and mittens in the cold, and take a multivitamin to help boost your immune system.

A flu shot is a vaccine that helps to prevent the occurrence of flu, and other viruses. Flu viruses change every year, so it is important to get a new shot each year. Last year's shot cannot protect you from this year's viruses.

The shot works by injecting your body with inactive flu virus. Your body is then able to develop antibodies to protect you against the flu, which will help you avoid getting sick. Because there are many types of flu in circulation every year, there is no guarantee that you will not get the flu. However, flu shots lessen your chance of getting the flu, and they will also help minimize flu symptoms if you do get sick.

Because the flu vaccine does not contain active flu viruses, you cannot catch the flu from getting the vaccine. Some people complain that they get a cold the week after their flu shot, but this cold is not the flu, and is not a danger.

There are also pneumonia shots available. Pneumonia shots are not yearly, like flu shots. These are generally only taken once in your lifetime, and sometimes refreshed once you are 65. Ask your doctor about getting a pneumonia shot so that you can breathe easy, and literally take this weight off your chest.

People who are allergic to eggs should speak to their doctor before taking a flu shot. Ask your doctor before you get vaccinated to see if you should be vaccinated.

Consider asking your family to get vaccinated with you. The flu is highly contagious, and if you can lower your exposure to flu viruses by vaccinating your family, you will be being safer. Your family will also thank you when they don't get sick.

You can get flu shots at any doctor's office. These shots are often free or of very minimal cost. There are flu shot vaccine clinics that often travel around to many locations, and offer free vaccination in your community. Often, these clinics occur in the fall before "flu season" starts. Speak to your doctor about cost-effective ways to prevent the flu.

If you are unwilling to get a shot, you can consider an alternative flu vaccine nasal spray. This nasal spray, which was approved in 2003, uses an active flu virus, and so works differently than the flu injections. These active viruses have been modified to only live in the nasal passages, and so help the body create antibodies in this way. FluMist has been proven to be particularly helpful to children, who often develop nasal or aural complications with flu. It also helps prevent the flu altogether, and sometimes even prevents new strands. Speak to your doctor about your options.

Preventing the flu and pneumonia can be as simple as making one appointment a year; it might even just require asking your doctor for an extra injection during your regular appointment. Like healthy diet and glucose monitoring, preventing these illnesses is a simple part of diabetes management that will help you lead a happy and healthy life.

Vivian Brennan is an expert on diabetes, and is currently an editor at The Guide to Diabetes (http://www.theguideto-diabetes.com/living_with_diabetes/) She is living with and managing her diabetes. She believes in educating people about diabetes to help manage diabetes, prevent complications, and improve lifestyles.

The key to diabetes is self-monitoring blood glucose levels. Always have your blood sugar monitor with you, particularly if you are away from home. Take your blood sugar a few times during your shift to see if you need to raise or lower your blood sugar levels. You will need to monitor your blood sugar most closely if you are switching to a new shift.

With day shifts, afternoon shifts, or midnight shifts, you still have to space your meals out. Diabetics should space meals out about four or five hours. Generally this is not hard to manage because most eight-hour shifts have a break in the middle. The difficulty might be remembering to eat just before your shift as well as during the break.

It is important with shift work, as with all areas of diabetes management, to always have your medication with you. You should also always have a snack or some juice with you in case your blood sugar gets low. Tell your supervisor about your diabetes so that you can take an extra ten minute break, or sit down for ten minutes to eat some fruit to raise your blood sugar. You will need to bring a planned snack for every shift in order to maintain your blood sugar. You should also have an extra snack in case your blood sugar drops unexpectedly. If, during the second half of your shift you begin to feel lightheaded because your blood sugar is low and you have already eaten the snack you brought, you will be in trouble. If you plan to bring a snack that you probably will not eat, you will be completely prepared.

It might be more difficult for a type 1 diabetic to work shifts than a type 2 diabetic, but both might have problems keeping an even blood sugar level because of the interrupted circadian rhythm. Your circadian rhythm is the cycle that your body goes through during the day to tell you when to eat and sleep. When it is disrupted by activities such as shift work, you need to be particularly cautious about your blood sugar levels.

If your job is particularly physical, you must also be aware of the effect of the physical activity on your blood sugar. You might need to adjust your eating habits accordingly. Physical activity means that sugar is absorbed by the body more quickly, and if not monitored, can result in hypoglycemia. If your job is less active, you might find less of a change in your blood sugar levels.

Track your blood sugar levels on a chart for a few days to understand how your blood sugar acts during the day. You will probably need to make changes to your diet and medicine for each of the different types of shifts you work. It is possibly to delay an insulin injection for an hour or two. However, before self-medicating, you should always talk to your doctor and dietitian to find the best plan that works for you. Even if you set up a plan before you begin shift work, you will often need to tweak it once you have been working and have established how your blood sugar is affected by the new schedule.

When you track your blood sugar level, try to plan to maintain a steady level. You don't want to have insulin levels too high when you are doing lots of physical labour. You will also want to reduce your insulin levels when you sleep. The change in sleep patterns is often the most challenging part of shift work, and this is doubly true for diabetics, because when you sleep you are not self-monitoring your blood glucose or adjusting your food and medication accordingly.

Once you have spoken to your doctor and dietitian about your shift-work and how to manage your diet, exercise, and medication, with self-monitoring and preparedness you will be set to go for the job!

Vivian Brennan is an expert on diabetes, and is currently an editor at The Guide to Diabetes (http://www.theguideto-diabetes.com/living_with_diabetes/) She is living with and managing her diabetes. She believes in educating people about diabetes to help manage diabetes, prevent complications, and improve lifestyles.

According to the legends famous in India shilajit is considered as nectar or amrit of God given to mankind to live life youthfully and become immortal forever. Shilajit commonly called, as shilajitu in ayurvedic terms is a kind of resins that oozes out from Himalayan Mountains due to heating effect of sun in summers. It is pale brown to blackish brown in colour. This resin is soft in texture, slimy to touch, pure and heavy. It is soluble in water. Others names by which shilajit is famous are asphaltum, mineral pitch, and girij.

Shilajit is an end product of plant matter that has decomposed centuries ago and got dumped in mountains and due to pressure, got preserved in mountains. Shilajit is found in Himalayan region especially in Nepal, Bhutan and Tibet and kumaon area in India

Shilajitu is considered has ushan virya i.e. it possess hot potency, which makes it, fight against the ailments caused by vata disorder. It possesses katu, tickt and kashaya rasa and possesses laghu (light) and ruksh (dry) properties, which helps it in acting the way it works. Due to presence of these properties shilajit acts as vata and kapha suppressant, it also helps in moderating pitta dosha. Shilajit is said to contain many biochemical's, mainly fulvic acid but humic acid, uronic acids, hippuric acid, benzopyrones, phenolic glycosides and amino acid are also present. Shilajit should never be taken in raw form, first it is purified and then used.

Shilajit is widely used in preparation of ayurvedic medicines and is regarded as one of the most important ingredient in ayurvedic system of medicine. It is a part famous ayurvedic medicines like chandraprabha vati, arogya vardhani vati, and most important of all Chawanprash. It works as a powerful anti oxidant thereby delaying aging.

Shilajit has been indicated in number of diseases as mentioned below: -

· Due to ushan virya in potency shilajitu is said to have properties that suppresses pain, as it acts directly on vata thereby helping out in suppressing it, as it is the cause of initiation of pain.

· A very good remedy in arthritic conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, gout and other joint related problems and back pain

· Has a very good pain relieving effect in any kind of injury and muscular pain

· Due to similar property mentioned above shilajit is said to work as anti-inflammatory substance. It works very similar to as the working of betamethasone a glucocortocoid.

· Shilajit is considered as an agent which helps in strengthening our nervous system there by very helpful in nervous disorders like paralysis, hemiplegia etc.

· Shilajit is considered as drug of choice in disorders like depression, mental stress, epilepsy and mental fatigue.

· Shilajit helps in promoting intelligence level and also works in promoting mental concentration thereby enhancing the learning skills.

· Wonderful results have been seen in abdominal disorders like pain, gastritis, indigestion and constipation

· Good results have been seen in piles and fistula related problems.

· It helps liver to work normally therefore helps in proper secretion of all the juices and enzymes important for proper metabolism in body.

· It helps in purifying blood due to its anti microbial action.

· Another use of shilajit is that it works against any microorganism hence has an anti microbial action therefore helps in relieving body from any kind of foreign invasion.

· Helps in building body's natural immunity thereby useful in providing natural strength to the body.

· Very effective in disease related to heart as it a pitta moderator

· Shilajit is also effective in controlling blood pressure levels by bringing it to normal levels.

· Works as a kapha suppressant therefore helps in countering cough and helps in releasing sputum from the respiratory tract. It has also been found effective in asthmatic condition

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· Very important herb in ayurvedic system of medicine, which helps in increasing strength and endurance power in men. It works as an aphrodisiac agent thereby helps in increasing sperm count and also helps in bettering the quality of sperms. It also helps in regulating sex hormones for proper functioning. It has been regarded as Indian viagra as it is very helpful in enhancing sexual powers.

· Shilajit is well used in treating diabetes cases, as it is very helpful in metabolizing glucose in blood stream.

· It is strongly recommended in renal calculi cases, as it is very effecting in crushing calculi due to its tickt rasa property. It is also beneficial in enhancing proper functioning of kidneys.

· Good results have also been seen in infection in urinary tract and helps in relieving from symptoms like dysurea and burning micturation.

· Excellent results have been discovered when shilajit is applied in medo roga (obesity). It possesses this property because of its laghu (light) and ruksh (dry) properties. It helps in scrapping away of extra fat accumulated in body thus helps in providing slim and healthy looks to the body.

· Shilajit is highly recommended in patients who are weak or have been recovering from prolonged illness or from any surgery.

· Shilajit helps in supplementing the minerals (like phosphorus, calcium and magnesium) and vitamin deficiency in body

· Shilajit provides strength to the body and has been mentioned as rasayan by Acharya Charak, the great Indian ayurvedic healer, and has recommended its daily use to maintain physical and mental strength and to maintain youth and to attain long life.

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In science and Advance technology have been made in medical care but more people are still using herbal or alternative remedies. In chronic conditions such as diabetes patients may turn to alternative remedies such as natural remedy or herbal remedy these are use to control the glycaemic. This study surveyed diabetic and control subjects about their use of all prescribed medication, over-the-counter supplements, and alternative medications.

In the word peoples were taking 70% prescribed medication for their diabetes, 40% were taking over-the-diet supplements and 25% were taking alternative medications. Of the control subjects, 58% were taking prescribed medication, 45% were taking over-the-herbal supplements, and 28% were taking alternative medications. Multivitamins, vitamin E, vitamin C, calcium and aspirin were the most commonly used over the counter supplements. Garlic, Echinacea, herbal mixtures, glucosamine was the most commonly used alternative medications. But now a days completely use herbal and natural treatment for diabetes is much more batter for controlling diabetes

The herbal and natural treatment will be much more helpful for health awareness and saves side effects of using herbal medicines.

Other groups that should hesitate before using herbal remedies are women who are pregnant or breast-feeding, because herbals can act like drugs, Pleuss says, along with anyone under 18 and adults 65 and older. "Older people often metabolize medications, including herbals, differently than younger adults do. Herbals have not been widely tested for their effects on growing children." Several recent studies have been done on children to measure the efficacy of Echinacea and garlic for their widely touted potential to relieve cold symptoms. Neither was found any more effective than a placebo.

Herbal medicine work best when taken herbal medicine. They are active in metabolism; provide the body with energy, by converting carbohydrates into glucose, metabolizing fats and protein and aiding in the normal functioning of the nervous system.

Usingherbal and natural treatment is to control blood sugar levels and treat peripheral nerve damage in diabetic neuropathies. A recent study says using herbal medicine may be effective in the prevention of early diabetic renal injury.

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An herb know world wide for its well-known results in diabetes mellitus. Known as Momordia charantia in biological terms is an herb that is a boon to mankind. Due to its miraculous properties, it is regarded as one of the best herb existing on this planet. A wonder of nature is that, it is not only beneficial in diabetes mellitus but is also very beneficial in many other disorders that have been troubling mankind. Karela not only gives relief but also cures the patient.

This wonderful herb commonly grows everywhere in India. It is generally found in places, which are damb and wet. It is a creeper and it climbs on other trees for supports. Generally whole plat is used but some people in India also uses outer layer of the fruit.

This exotic hear is ushan virya in potency, and possess laghu (light) and ruksh (dry) properties. It possesses tickt and katu rasa. Combination of these properties makes it the real natures wonder. Due to combination of these properties it makes Karela a magic stick by which many diseases can be eradicated. Karela's chemical constituents are lectin, charatin and momordicine. It also contains a polypeptide named gurmarin, which is similar to insulin in composition. Well exact action is still unknown but it is well established that regular use of Karela has very good results in diseases like diabetes etc

Indications of Karela

A very peculiar quality of Karela is that, it suppresses kapha and pitta but due to ushan virya potency it also don't let vata to increase.

· Widely used herb in treating diabetes mellitus as it has an action similar to insulin thus helping in glucose metabolism.

· Stimulates pancreas to work and secrete all the secretions properly.

· Helps in stimulating liver for proper secretions of bile juices.

· It helps in easier digestion of food as it promotes secretion of digestive enzymes

· Helps in good assimilation of food

· Works as an appetizer

· Very useful in constipated stools and disease like hemorrhoids, fissures and fistulas

· Help in destroying worms present in our gastro intestinal tract therefore works as deworming agent.

· Its property fades away the toxin named ama formed in the body due to non-recommended lifestyle and bad eating habits.

· It is a very good blood purifier as it contains tickt and katu rasa there fore helps in purifying blood and helps us from infection from microorganism and toxins that are created by there presence.

· Due to its actions it is very commonly used in skin diseases specially it finds it application in acne and black spots on face.

· It works as an anti-inflammatory agent thus helping in subduing any kind of oedema present on body.

· Good results have been seen in patients suffering from chronic cough as it has expectorant properties and helps in releasing the sputum accumulated in respiratory tract and lungs. Asthmatic patients are believed to have a very good relief if it is regularly taken.

· A very useful remedy in pyrexia of unknown origin

· A highly recommended herb in patients suffering from obesity and metabolism related disorders.

· Works as a female tonic thereby helpful in menstrual disorders and female genital tract related problems.

· It also helps in secretion of milk during lactation phase after pregnancy.

· Due to anti bacterial properties its external application is very effective in healing wounds an injuries.

· It is supposed to stop excess blood flow from the wounded area.

· It is very helpful in external application on any kind of skin disease due to its anti microbial action.

· It's highly used in applying on external pile mass with pain relieving and swelling decreasing properties.

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