Diabetes is causing 3.2 million deaths per year worldwide, a figure three times higher than previous estimates, according to the World Health Organization. There were 171 million cases of diabetes worldwide in 2000, a figure expected to rise to 366 million by 2030. In developing countries, at least one in ten deaths in adults aged 35 to 64 is attributable to diabetes.
Diabetes is a major cause of premature illness and death in most countries, mainly through the increased risk of cardiovascular disease. The disease can be combated by healthy diet and physical activity, often combined with medication. Type 2 diabetes, which accounts for 90 percent of all cases, can often be prevented through lifestyle interventions including proper supplementation. Visit Natural Diabetic Remedies for more specific information about different supplements to help with Type 2 diabetes.
Diabetes May Shorten Lifespan
Canadian researchers have found diabetics die up to 13 years sooner than people without the disease. This travesty could be avoided with proper nutrition and supplementation. The University of Toronto team says diabetic males in Ontario live 64.7 years on average, compared to 77.5 years in the general male population. Diabetic females live an average of 70.7 years, compared to 82.9 years for all females. A sad fact when much of the premature death is avoidable.
Diabetics Neglect Own Health
Less than 12 percent of people with diagnosed diabetes meet their recommended treatment goals, according to Washington's American Medical Association. More diabetics are taking medicine for high blood pressure and cholesterol than for controlling their diabetes. Unfortunately, too few are making needed lifestyle changes such as exercising, lowering dietary fat, and losing weight to control the risk factors for diabetes complications.
Cinnamon May Cut Blood Sugar Levels
A half teaspoon of cinnamon a day can reduce blood sugar levels in diabetics, according to a study by the Department of Agriculture in Beltsville, Md. In a study published in Diabetes Care, volunteers taking cinnamon also had lowered blood levels of fats and "bad" cholesterol, which are also partly controlled by insulin.
It is obviously not advisable to increase the consumption of cinnamon buns or apple pie because they are high in fat and sugar. Probably the best way to assure daily dosage with cinnamon is with supplementation. Cinnamon Bark Capsules. In addition, soaking a cinnamon stick in a cup of tea or sprinkling some cinnamon on cereal could be beneficial. In addition, natural diabetes supplement is Vaxa Diabin.
The active ingredient in cinnamon that lowers blood sugar is the water-soluble polyphenol compound called MHCP which mimics insulin, activates its receptor and works synergistically with insulin in cells.
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Wednesday, April 19, 2006
FAMILY MEALS A BENEFIT
Girls Benefit from Family Meals Minnesota researchers say the regularity and quality of family meals has an impact on preventing eating disorders in girls.
The University of Minnesota team has found the significance, structure, and atmosphere of family meals may help guide adolescent girls away from developing eating disorders. It was shown that girls who ate recurring family meals in a structured and positive environment were less probable to exhibit extreme weight control behaviors, such as diet pill use, vomiting and chronic dieting.
The meal itself provides an opportunity to model healthy eating habits to children, and it also gives parents the chance to talk with their children.
The study revealed that:
1. Girls who ate three to four family meals per week were at about one-third the risk for extreme weight control practices.
2. Girls who ate five family meals per week were at about one-fourth the risk for extreme weight control practices.
3. Boys also benefit from family meals, but the association was not as strong as it is for girls.
This study found what common sense knew all along.
The University of Minnesota team has found the significance, structure, and atmosphere of family meals may help guide adolescent girls away from developing eating disorders. It was shown that girls who ate recurring family meals in a structured and positive environment were less probable to exhibit extreme weight control behaviors, such as diet pill use, vomiting and chronic dieting.
The meal itself provides an opportunity to model healthy eating habits to children, and it also gives parents the chance to talk with their children.
The study revealed that:
1. Girls who ate three to four family meals per week were at about one-third the risk for extreme weight control practices.
2. Girls who ate five family meals per week were at about one-fourth the risk for extreme weight control practices.
3. Boys also benefit from family meals, but the association was not as strong as it is for girls.
This study found what common sense knew all along.
Monday, April 17, 2006
MENOPAUSE TIPS- Natural Menopause Remedies
Nutrition for Menopause
For everyone, proper nutrition is essential to a healthy lifestyle. But for women approaching premenopause, it is fundamental in reducing unnecessary symptoms. Dietary importance should be placed on whole, unprocessed foods such as fruits, vegetables, beans, and healthy oils such as flaxseed and fish oils (which contain Omega-e fatty acids). Foods to avoid include the whites—salt, sugar and white flower. Reduce or minimize your animal fats and caffeine intake.
For a natural menopause remedy, soy products containing phytoestrogens that act like estrogen in the body may help. Research also suggests that 40-80 mg per day of soy may improve the symptoms of hot flashes, vaginal dryness, and possibly help reduce cholesterol.
A healthy diet and regular exercise can help prevent heart disease, which menopausal women are at an increased risk for. Before a woman reaches menopause, the higher levels of estrogen protect against LDL ("bad") cholesterol. During menopause, this protective effect diminishes and the level of HDL ("good") cholesterol decreases.
Herbal Medicine
Studies have found the herb Black Cohosh to be effective in relieving menopause related symptoms including night sweats, hot flashes and depressed mood. When considering the use of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and natural hormones, it is important to weigh individual risks and benefits before deciding which route to take.
There are many factors involved in reducing menopause symptoms, so it is important to seek the advice of a qualified and knowledgeable health care practitioner before using any herbal medicines.
For everyone, proper nutrition is essential to a healthy lifestyle. But for women approaching premenopause, it is fundamental in reducing unnecessary symptoms. Dietary importance should be placed on whole, unprocessed foods such as fruits, vegetables, beans, and healthy oils such as flaxseed and fish oils (which contain Omega-e fatty acids). Foods to avoid include the whites—salt, sugar and white flower. Reduce or minimize your animal fats and caffeine intake.
For a natural menopause remedy, soy products containing phytoestrogens that act like estrogen in the body may help. Research also suggests that 40-80 mg per day of soy may improve the symptoms of hot flashes, vaginal dryness, and possibly help reduce cholesterol.
A healthy diet and regular exercise can help prevent heart disease, which menopausal women are at an increased risk for. Before a woman reaches menopause, the higher levels of estrogen protect against LDL ("bad") cholesterol. During menopause, this protective effect diminishes and the level of HDL ("good") cholesterol decreases.
Herbal Medicine
Studies have found the herb Black Cohosh to be effective in relieving menopause related symptoms including night sweats, hot flashes and depressed mood. When considering the use of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and natural hormones, it is important to weigh individual risks and benefits before deciding which route to take.
There are many factors involved in reducing menopause symptoms, so it is important to seek the advice of a qualified and knowledgeable health care practitioner before using any herbal medicines.
Sunday, April 16, 2006
EarthTurns Nutritional Supplement Blog Begins
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