Simple Health Cures

   There is a great difference between being overweight and being obese. Everyone, male or female, would love to have a prefect figure, but one’s body shape depends on so many things. Chef among the reasons for one not having a perfect figure is genetics, which means that we inherit certain physical features from both of our paternal and maternal parents and their families which is precisely why every humans beings is an individual but it also means that we cannot choose to be tall and slender if genetically we come from families of shorties who tend to be a little round!

    In the United States of the 21st century, obesity is described as being a raging epidemic. Statistics show that 17% of children in America between the ages of six and nineteen are either overweight or obese 33% of adult men and 35% of adult women are now also deemed to be obese. It has been proven that being overweight or obese is number two on the list of most preventable causes of death in the United States the first being smoking related deaths.

   Listed below are 6 factors which ave been proven to be causes of obesity that you may not be aware of:

    1. Socioeconomic Factors

   2. Metabolic Factors

   3. Lifestyle Choices

   4. Some Endocrine Disorders

   5. Certain Disease

   6. Specific Medications

   It is to be noted that there is a strong connection between being overweight or being obese and being part of a poor or low social economic group, especially in women. Studies show that minority groups in the United States are also more prone to obesity and again, more so with the female population of these distinct groups.

   It is a well known fact that there are certain factors which are part and parcel of one being overweight or obese. Clearly, the number one reason is that of over eating, while the second reason is inactivity. With respect to the poorer sectors of society, it has been proven that the high proportion of obese people within these groups is because of the higher number of calories they consume in the form of processed, refined, fatty and sugary foods: combined with a lack of regular and sustained exercise. Children from all walks of life and all socioeconomic groups are now gaining weight at an alarming rate, due mainly to a lack of outdoor activities created by their seeming addition to computer.

    Being overweight or obese will undoubtedly have a negative impact on one’s health, both in the short term and in the long term. Diabetes, high blood pressures, respiratory problems, joint problems, and sleep disorders, changes to one’s metabolic syndrome and even various forms of cancers are some of the risk factors associated with being obese. it is, therefore, highly recommended that you ask your doctor for help in getting your weight Off! Make the Commitment! Change Your Thoughts! Take Action Everyday!

   552 Million People Could Have Diabetes By 2030, Experts Say Many, Many Case Still Preventable…

   Diabetes and its complications can be life threatening. It can become very strenuous and life altering Short term complication can happen very quickly. And the long term complication are deadly!

    Here I list some of the complication arising due to your diabetes,

   Atherosclerosis: In simple words is the hardening of arteries, which can lead to coronary arterial disease, peripheral arterial disease, a stroke or even a heart attack.

   Diabetic Retinopathy: It is an eye disease without any early symptoms and warnings and and can lead to loss of your sight.

   Diabetic Neuropathy: It is a kidney disease and again without any early symptoms and this will lead into kidney failure.

   Diabetic Neuropathy: This is a nerve disease, which effects internal organs and causes loss of sensation of your fingers and feet.

   Sexual Dysfunction:  Basically you lose the interest for sex. Not because you want too> Because your body will not allow you too.

   Risk of Tuberculosis: It is increased due to uncontrolled hyperglycemia and since tuberculosis is an airborne disease it is difficult to protect a diabetic from contracting it.

   Adhesive Capsulises: Also known as ” frozen shoulder”, it is a condition in which the individual loses mobility in the shoulder joint over a period of time and it is a very painful condition to live with.

   Depression: and diabetes go hand in hand to make the individuals life miserable.

   Alzheimer’s Disease: Your at higher to develop Alzheimer’s as a diabetic.

   Dementia: As a diabetic you are mostly likely to develop some type of dementia.

   Amputation of Limbs: As a diabetic when you develop diabetic neuropathy which is loss of sensation of feet, you will not feel when the time comes if you step on something. And you high risk of infections, which is mostly liking to end up with a amputation within time.

   Osteoporosis or Osteoarthritis: Bones become weak due to which one can easily develop fracture. And even cause joint cartilage to disintegrate which further leads to arthritis of joints.

   Diabetic Coma: That’s can happen when your blood sugars are to low. On the other side when your blood sugar get to high too. This is way it is so important to learn to manage this deadly disease.

Although the above mentioned complication arising due to diabetes are overwhelming, there is a lot that one can do to protect oneself through blood glucose control, EXERCISE AND DIET.

Or Death!!!

   There are a number of diabetes wellness models which ave been developed and are used by diabetics worldwide. Here is a description of one of the more popular ones.

The 7 tiers of Wellness Pyramid!

This models says that the causes of disease are food, lifestyle, knowledge, mindset and drugs. If you can prevent these factors from creating a problem you will be able to manage your body and keep it disease free. If you already have diabetes you will be able to keep it under control.

The 7 tiers in the wellness pyramid are a sort of a blue print or plan to manage the disease. The seven stages staring with the apex and proceeding downwards are mentioned below.

Plan- Without a plan you do not have any hope of controlling diabetes. So you need to come up with a viable one.

Lifestyle- Modification is the key word here. If the way you lived before was just fine you would not have developed diabetes.

Exercise/ Fitness- Is a Must. The only way to tone up up the body and boost the immune system is to exercise daily and stay fit.

Nutrition- If you do not put in the right fuel for your body it will give up on you half way to your destination.

Financial Resources- Remember to manage in what you have. Just because you have diabetes is no reason to go broke trying to control the disease.

Intellectual/ Knowledge Base- Read up and learn about the condition. Remember knowledge is power.

Emotional/ Spiritual Health- When your body is healthy you can work on the emotional health of your being.

    One of the major difficulties faced by the technologically and industrially advanced modern world is the problem of a sedentary life. Due to excessive lack of physical activity, we have entered into a “couch potato” syndrome. Inactivity leads to heart related problem such as atherosclerosis and other chronic disease like obesity, diabetes, high levels of blood pressure and cholesterol, orthopedic and respiratory disease. Including an exercise regime and a healthy diet in your daily life is advisable.

    Importance of Exercise- One of the simple ways to avoid the problems you face while a part of a sedentary life is exercise. While exercising, the body releases endorphins which give you a natural high, making you feel fit. You can indulge in swimming or take up innovative ways to include exercise in your routine. Some simple ways to exercise without sparing any extra time are taking the stairs instead of an elevator. Dancing and aerobic exercises help in relaxing the inactive muscle and increase the blood flow in the body thus helps in avoiding obesity which causes maximum diseases. Enrolling in boot camp programs, which help you work in a group help keep your motivation intact. Yoga is advisable as it gives your body stability, stretch and balance.

    Outdoor- Due to low levels of activity, the calorie intake is more than the energy utilized throughout the day. This leads to increase in fat cell deposition, which in turn leads to obesity. Your skin needs to breathe too. A morning or evening walk not only helps in the distribution of fat cells but also makes you feel fresh. Walking short distances instead of using a vehicle helps relax your stressed muscles. using a bicycle or a pair of skates to get to work or shopping will only make you feel fresh. It also helps to keep your joints in perfect shape so as to avoid orthopedic disorders like osteoporosis.

    Eat well- Daily exercise alone is not the key to a healthy lifestyle. Combining a healthy diet with a regular exercise regime will help you reap greater benefits than either individually. Eating healthy makes the fat cells smart, and when your body undergoes physical activity the smarter fat cells help the rate of metabolism. Make sure you satisfy your hunger by eating healthy food instead of indulging in junk food.

    Drink Well- Water rinses toxins from your body. It increases the flow of blood, cools down your body temperature internally, helps in digestion and keeps your skin supple as it is a natural anti-oxidant. Indulge in green tea or fresh fruit juices instead of aerated drinks and caffeine as it directly affects your nervous and digestive system.

   Sleep- One of the inevitable side effects of a sedentary lifestyle is deprivation of sleep. Sleep is essential to regulate our digestion. irregular sleep patterns can cause hyper acidity and hypertension. Make sure you take a small nap during the day, which will make you feel refreshed and help in regularizing your digestion system.

   Senior health should be a concern to all of us because none of us can escape the effects of aging. The senior population is increasing steadily. Today there are around 50 million seniors in the United States. By 2036 there will be over 80 millions. In 1940 someone at the age of 65 could plan on living another 14 years. Today a 65 years old can expect to live 20 more years. The point here is that senior health care has made it possible for the elderly to live longer. Although it is certainly wonderful that seniors are living longer live, problems have arisen as it pertains to the financial burden it has created.

   A recent study suggested that over 13 million senior are financially unprepared for retirement. 9 out of 10 seniors rely on social security for support. It is believed that 50% of seniors have no private person option and over 30% do not have saving sufficient enough to cover their needs. those seniors having to file bankruptcy due to skyrocketing medical debt is on the rise. Today the majority of seniors depend on the medicare program for health coverage. This program is pertinent to senior health and without most seniors would have no senior health coverage at all.

   However, the number of seniors on Medicare is increasing at an alarming rate. Less than a decade ago only 40 millions seniors were receiving medicare. Today that number has risen to 48 million. This year has many concerned because the first of nearly 80 million baby boomers begin entering the senior class and many will enter the medicare ranks. This year with the arrival of the baby boomers it is estimated that medicare spending to preserve senior health will rise to 929 billion or 19% of the United States federal spending budget. At this rate, by the year 2030, medicare could be in big trouble.

   Beyond the medical costs associated with senior health there are the problems seniors face with simply growing old. Medicare does not pay for all medical costs and therefore seniors must pay remainder out of pocket or with supplemental insurance. As we grow older our bodies begin to fail us. We become more at risk for disease. It is no wonder that over 6 million seniors suffer from depression and only 10% will ever receive treatment. This effects senior health incredibly. Seniors are often afflicted with health concerns like osteoporosis, dementia, depression, diabetes, high blood pressure, cancer, heart disease and arthritis. Many have outlived their spouse, children and no longer have the social support system they once enjoyed. However,better senior health opportunities are out there.

   It is important that seniors are encouraged to not give up on life. They need the social support system that is often lost in the shuffle because their children lead busy lives. Seniors need to stay proactive and engage in as many activities as possible to get the social support they need. It is also vital that seniors follow a proper diet and exercise. Seniors should exercise 3-5 times per week, 30 minutes per event. This is a very good for disease prevention. It will allow the senior to feel good about themselves and provide them with more energy and enthusiasm.

   Seniors are living longer. Sure the cost of living longer is going to be enhanced, but seniors can still live happy in their twilight years. With exercise, diet, regular screenings, and a proper social support system in place they can be some of the best years of theirs lives.

   And that do they eat? Before you’re willing to even consider the fact you have an inner caveman lurking inside you, you may be hoping that somewhere there’s proof this style of eating improves your health.

   Three separate cultures are coming close to it and not surprisingly, they have the longest lifespan and are among the healthiest people on the planet.

   No, it’s definitely not politically correct to call the following three societies prehistoric. But I’ve termed them in this manner because of the diet they eat. The three population segments, as diverse as they are, have one factor in common: they all have the longest life spans in the world.

   Not only that, their populations are virtually unscathed when it comes to suffering from modern degenerative disease. Who are these people?

    They are the Sardinians, residents of the Mediterranean island of Sardinia, the Okinawans, who live on the island of Okinawa off the coast of Japan, and  a religious group, the Seventh Day Adventists. Each of these groups keeps a low-calorie diet composed primarily of fruits and vegetables.

   If there’s a diet that could be called the polar opposite of the Standard American Diet, then this one may be it. The Okinawans start by eating a minimum of seven servings of vegetables a day. In addition they eat two to four servings of fruit. ( Are you with me so far?)

   The group of islanders doesn’t strictly follow the caveman pattern, though. They do eat some grains, mostly in the form of noodles, bread and rice and just about all of them are whole grains.

    The Sardinians and Seventh Day Adventists eat in a similar manner. And as a group, they not only experience an amazing longevity, but experience very few degenerative diseases such as cancer, heart disease, diabetes and so on. This diet has been shown to reduce high blood pressure, reduce high triglyceride counts because you are not eating starches and allows your body to better regulate insulin which helps the diabetic person.

    According to many nutritionists, eating whole plant foods slows your body’s digestive processes. This actually helps your body to absorb nutrients more effectively. And in the long run, this gives you a more balanced array of vitamins and minerals, Not only that, but a slow digestive process means your appetite is regulated and your blood sugar remains level.

   Armed with all of this, you’re well on your way to nourishing your inner caveman. You’re beginning a new journey that will take you into the future healthier and with more vitality, by using the wisdom and evidence of the past, Ironic isn’t it?

   As you travel, you may encounters a few bumps in the road. Don’t let that stop you. Don’t let it discourage you. Just take your new eating habits, one meal at a time. You’ll discover it’s easy to keep on track this way!

   One Saturday morning several years ago, on my way to the kitchen I noticed something peculiar about the molding above my front doors. There was a six-inch section of molding just above the point where both doors meet where if I didn’t know better I’d think someone had punched it in with their fist.

   In disbelief I walked up close and felt the molding with two fingers. What was left of the wooden molding in that spot crumbled and fell to the floor. You see, just underneath the paper thin layer of wood was nothing but air. Termites had quietly and methodically eaten away the wood beneath the surface.

   Curious to see if the termites had done any more damage. I felt to the left and to the right of the spot. Although the surrounding molding looked to be unaffected by the termites, I was surprised to see that when I poked on that area, it too collapsed, having nothing but air behind it.

   After carefully probing all of the molding around my fronts doors. it turned out that all of it had been at least partially chewed on by the termites. In fact, I found that some of the termites were just sitting down for their next meal when I discovered them. What was most surprising was how, except for that one six-inch section of molding, the rest of the molding around my front doors had appeared to be fine, until I pressed on it.

    Without poking scenario can be applied to type 2 diabetes. People will often take their diabetes casually, particularly if they don’t notice feeling any different after they development after they develop diabetes than they did before. When they hear that having abnormally high blood sugar levels will cause damage to many of their organs, they rationalize that somehow their bodies must be different because even with high blood blood sugars they still feel fine. They somehow believe that their bodies can handle the higher levels of sugar in the blood, like they have a higher threshold for sugar or something. After all, how could all those terrible complications happen when none of the affected body parts or organs ever hurt?

   Consider this situation. Let’s use you as my example. One day you woke up and your foot feels funny, like it is asleep or something. However, after breakfast, with teeth brushing and all grooming chores complete, your foot is still tingling, feeling somewhat numb. You misdiagnosed yourself as having a pinched nerve from sleeping wrong and move on with your day.

     Two days later your foot still feels peculiar and so you go to your doctor. After thoroughly examining you, the doctor says the problem sounds like neuropathy, damage to the peripheral nerves of the body caused by high levels of sugar in the blood. A review of the blood tests done at the doctor’s office that day also indicates that there is some protein in the urine. This indicates that your kidneys are starting to become affected by the higher than normal amounts of sugar in the blood.

    Later the same week, when you are at your eye doctor for an annual exam, the doctor sees some damaged capillaries in the back of your retina. This, the doctor informs you, is known as retinopathy.

    Amazed at all the things the doctor has found wrong with you, you ask, “How come all of these things are going wrong with me all of a sudden?”

   The doctor replies, ” These complications did not develop overnight: they have been progressing from a stage when you don’t usually notice them to the point, now when you cannot ignore them. These complications have been coming on since the day the blood sugar levels first rose above normal. All of this time when you felt fine, under the surface, deep inside your body, these complications were getting started and gradually getting worse until, eventually, they became severe enough to notice.”

   You see the similarity between the termites and diabetes? Termites and higher than normal levels of sugar in the blood are both destructive. Termites gradually eat away at the wood until the damage is so great that the building eventually crumbles. But early on, when the termites are first getting started, their destructive work goes unnoticed. With diabetes the increased levels of sugar in the blood can initially damage small capillaries in various organs, going unnoticed. At this point the person feels fine, mistakenly thinking this diabetes is no big deal. Eventually, however, somewhere in the future when the damage to the capillaries becomes severe enough, the person begins to feel the pain and discomfort of the complications. Similarly, when the termites do enough damage, it becomes obvious the wood has been under siege by the termites.

   The worst and most frustrating part of all this is that once complications are present, the damage that has occurred to the organs will never go away. Regardless of how well you take care of yourself from then on, even if you become the model patient, the complications that are present will be there forever.

   Fiber is a special type of carbohydrates that passes through the human digestive system uncharged, that is, without being broken into nutrients. It has a positive influence on the digestion process from start to finish. It is only found in foods that come from plants, including all- natural cereals, whole-grain breads, beans, fruits, vegetables and nuts.

   Fiber foods can help in keeping weight under control and also in preventing certain diseases such as heart disease, cancer, diabetes, diverticular disease, gall stones and kidney stones. It also prevents constipation and hemorrhoids. Studies have also indicated that ingesting the right matrix of fiber, mostly containing soluble fiber, can help in balancing blood sugar levels and improving cholesterol.

    Foods that contain soluble fiber can have a positive influence on cholesterol, triglycerides and other particles in the blood that affect the development of heart disease.

   It is believed that when fiber is eaten and the passage of food is speeded up, it may prevent harmful substances in some foods from affecting the colon and thus preventing colon cancer. Other types of cancer that may be prevented with fiber rich diets are ovarian cancer, breast cancer and uterine cancer.

    Adding fiber to diets helps regulate blood sugar levels, thus preventing diabetes.

   Diverticular disease is a condition in which small pouches develop in the wall of the colon. These pouches can become inflamed or infected. It can cause pain, diarrhea, constipation, etc. Fiber foods can help to prevent this.

   Rapid digestion can lead to a rapid release of glucose into the bloodstream. To cope, the body has to release large amounts of insulin into the bloodstream and this makes a person more likely to develop gall stones and kidney stones.

     several herbs found in these supplements, when used together, can enhance effectiveness and synergistic actions. They also help in reducing toxicity in our bodies. Weight loss pills have the highest concentration of herbs, even more than teas and syrups. When used correctly, they are safer than medication. However, it is always recommended that a doctor be consulted before taking any herbal weight loss supplements.

   Diabetes is an epidemic disease that effects more and more people nowadays. No need to panic when diagnosed with diabetes. It’s bad news. It could be devastating at first. Fortunately, diabetes is a manageable condition. By following some simple steps you can keep your diabetes successfully:

   Learning more about diabetes. Knowledge about this disease will help you do what’s good and avoid what’s bad for this disease.

   Planning a healthy diet. A Healthy and balanced meal plan plays an important role in controlling your diabetes. It makes you feel better and help to reduce the chances of developing serious complication. A balanced healthy diet including a variety of foods from each group of grain products, vegetables and fruits, milk products and meat and alternative will keep your blood glucose at the normal level. Choose low fat foods and foods with a lower glycemic index. Avoid high fat foods and foods with a high glycemic index.

   Keeping your weight in a healthy range, shed off extras pounds if you’re overweight, especially if you have type 2 diabetes. Keeping normal and healthy weight will help your body ability use it’s insulin properly and maintain your blood glucose at normal levels. Try to keep your Body Mass Index (BMI) at 18.5- 24.9. You can calculate your BMI using the following formula : English Formula BMI= weight in pounds/ height in inches x height in inches x 703 Metric Formula BMI= weight in kilograms/ height in meters x height in meters.

    Trying to be physically active, 20-30 minutes of exercises on a daily basis will be very helpful. Exercise can improve insulin sensitivity, lower the risk of heart disease, and lose some extra pounds to keep your weight at a normal level. However, some diabetic complications will probably make some types of exercise program not suitable for you. Activities like weightlifting, jogging or high-impact aerobics may be a little risky for people with diabetic retinopathy due to the risk for further blood vessel damage and possible retinal detachment. Consult your doctor before you get started. Make an action plan. Start slow and gentle. Gradually work your way up.

   Taking medications and / or insulin as prescribed by your doctor. Depending on types of diabetes you may need medications and/ or insulin to assist the body in making insulin more effectively.

    Monitoring how your diet and/ or treatment ( if applicable) affect your blood glucose levels. Using a glucose meter to monitor your blood levels to see if they are affected by your meal plan and/ or treatment. Keeping a dairy of your blood glucose readings and reviewing them to see if there are any noticeable patterns.

    Start Today!!! Follow these tips and manage your diabetes, NOW!! You can live a healthy and normal life as you deserve. The choice is yours!!!

   Unfortunately, until you manage to get it under control, this condition will mitigate your weight loss efforts: however, the good news is that there are several simple and effective interventions you can employ to break free of insulin resistance forever. As we go through the 10 step of this diet, you will learn about each of these important, life-saving strategies, but at the moment, know that the most important specific dietary strategy to overcome insulin resistance is to categorically avoid white carbs. For most people with insulin resistance, avoiding white carbs, along with a few other white carbs. For most people with insulin resistance, avoiding carbs, along with a few other dietary and lifestyle changes, clears up the abnormal biochemistry precipitating the condition. My Just Say Whoa! to Type 2 Diabetes Grocery List provides you with a detailed analysis of the foods you should eat and those you should avoid if you are concerned about insulin resistance or if you have type 2 diabetes.

    It is important for your weight loss endeavors, as well as your health in general, to determine whether or not you have this metabolic condition. Your healthcare provider can order a blood insulin level: however, it can frequently be identified by referring to the markers for insulin resistance listed here.

   - High Blood Triglycerides

   - Low HDL ( good) cholesterol

   - A fat belly ( waist size greater than 35 inches in women and 40 inches in men) or a tendency to gain weight in the mid section

   -  Having Type 2 Diabetes or a positive family history

   - Elevated Blood Pressure

   - Elevated LDL cholesterol

   - Difficulty losing weight

   - A history of coronary artery disease

   If you have even one of these markers, your chances of having insulin resistance are significant. If you have two or more markers, the likelihood of having some degree of insulin resistance is very high. Remember, in this instance, it is critical that you avoid the Great White Hazards!!!! Get Check Today!!!