MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'healthy diet'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:08:40 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5159439&cid=t_102355_122_f&fid=36582&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSharpBrains%2F%7E3%2Fo71YDxEQEUA%2F We just noticed that the Alliance for Aging Research offers an excellent list of references on Brain Health Research, organized in these 10 sections below. Enjoy! #1 Nourish Your Noggin: Eat a Brain Healthy Diet #2 Use It or Lose It: Stay Mentally Active #3 Work Out for Your Wits: Exercise and Keep Fit #4 Interact with Others: Stay Social #5 Rest for Restoration: Get Plenty of Sleep #6 Unwind for Your Mind: Manage Your Stress #7 Guard Your Gray Matter: Protect Your Head #8 Think Overall Health: Control Other Conditions #9 Give Your Brain a Break: Avoid Unhealthy Habits #10 Understand Your Risk: Consider Your Genes Related articles: The Ten Habits of Highly Effective Brains Debunking 10 Brain Myths (Source: SharpBrains) SharpBrains blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5159439 Wed, 24 Aug 2011 14:52:32 +0100 5159439 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4984721&cid=t_102355_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Unhealthy food that affect your skinEat healthy, stay healthy. If we eat healthy, we stay healthy. In other words, our diet affects our body. So, it is very important to take a healthy diet for a glowing skin. A healthy skin reflects back the healthy regime you are following to maintain that lovely glow on your face. There are adverse effects of unhealthy diet on your skin. Let’s figure out which food items are not good for skin: 1. Sugar: If taken in excess it can affect your health badly. Problem starts with the process called glycosylation. In this process, the sugar in the blood attaches itself to the protein and stops its proper functioning. All body cells include the component collagen and it’s a vital component of our skin. So, it badly affects the skin. ... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4984721 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 06:26:43 +0100 4984721 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4570545&cid=t_102355_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fa-helpful-vitamin-chart%2F2011.03.10 Lately I’ve been worrying about Kevin’s refusal to eat broccoli, and wondering what exactly is so good about those green bunches of roughage. In browsing the Web for more detailed information on the matter, I found a helpful vitamin chart. This table comes from the HHS–sponsored National Women’s Health Information Center — a good spot to know of if you’re a woman looking online for reliable sources. It’s a bit simple for my taste. In the intro, we’re told there are 13 essential vitamins our bodies need. After some basics on Vitamin A — good for the eyes and skin, as you probably knew already — the chart picks up with a quick review of the essential B vitamins 1, 2 ,3 ,5 ,6 , 9 and 12 (my favorite), followed by a rundown on Vitamins C, D, E, H (that would be biotin) and ... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4570545 Thu, 10 Mar 2011 20:00:54 +0100 4570545 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4549752&cid=t_102355_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fmore-potassium-fewer-strokes%2F2011.03.04 There are few medical conditions that people fear more than a stroke. We know that blood pressure control and lowering cholesterol levels reduces stroke risk. Now, thanks to a huge analysis from Italy published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, we know that higher dietary consumption of potassium is associated with lower rates of stroke and could also reduce the risk of coronary heart disease and total cardiovascular disease, too. What is even more remarkable is that the results apply to all parts of society and not just to specific “at-risk” subgroups. Most doctors aren’t even aware of how important it is to eat potassium-rich foods. And what are these foods that have potassium? Surprise: It’s fruits and vegetables like bananas, tomatoes, o... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4549752 Fri, 04 Mar 2011 18:00:00 +0100 4549752 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4470412&cid=t_102355_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fgender-differences-in-exercise%2F2011.02.12 Obesity levels are at an all-time high among men, women, and children in the United States. The need for good nutrition and regular exercise is paramount for maintaining proper health and for keeping those extra pounds at bay, especially for women. Beginning in her late 20s and 30s, a woman’s average body weight climbs steadily each year. This increase usually continues into her 60s. For many women, the weight gain is between one to two pounds per year with some women gaining more, and others less. Aside from weight loss, women who incorporate regular exercise into their daily schedules may lower the risks of certain diseases and conditions. A recent study presented at the Ninth Annual AACR Frontiers in Cancer Prevention Research Conference revealed that women who exercised for at least ... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4470412 Sat, 12 Feb 2011 14:00:00 +0100 4470412 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4386273&cid=t_102355_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fbig-breakfast-big-calories-rethink-your-morning-fuel-up%2F2011.01.22 Haven’t we all learned that breakfast should be our biggest meal? ”Start the day with ‘fuel’ and you can burn it off as the day goes on.” “Eat a big breakfast and you’ll eat fewer calories all day long.” This advice is probably not true, and in fact a new study published in the January 17th issue Nutrition Journal shows that people ate the same at lunch and dinner regardless of what they had at breakfast. If a person ate 1,000 calories at breakfast (which is easy to do with bacon, eggs, toast, hashbrowns, and juice), he or she had a total increase in calories eaten throughout the day by 1,000 calories. This doesn’t mean we should be skipping breakfast. The problem may be what we historically think of as an “American&#8221... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4386273 Sat, 22 Jan 2011 17:00:00 +0100 4386273 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4326903&cid=t_102355_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fgetting-kids-to-eat-low-sugar-cereals%2F2011.01.09 Just about everybody agrees that kids should eat breakfast every day. Breakfast improves their overall nutrition and their performance in school, among other things. But how helpful can breakfast really be if it consists of cereal deluged in sugar? “Not very” is the answer. Thankfully, a new study by Jennifer Harris and colleagues at Yale suggests that kids are perfectly willing to consume low-sugar cereals instead, particularly if they can add a pinch of table sugar or fresh fruit to the mix. To evaluate kids’ willingness to eat low-sugar cereals, Harris’ team randomized 91 kids between the ages of five and 12 to two groups. Kids in the first group were offered low-sugar cereals like Cheerios, Corn Flakes, and Rice Krispies, which contain one to four grams of sugar per servin... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4326903 Sun, 09 Jan 2011 14:00:41 +0100 4326903 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4314004&cid=t_102355_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2F7-3-10-foods-to-avoid-in-2011%2F2011.01.05 A patient reading a copy of Prevention in the waiting room brought to my attention an interesting article entitled “7 Foods That Should Never Cross Your Plate.” I would have to agree that these seven commonly eaten foods should be avoided, so I’ll rehash them here, along with three more of my own choosing to flesh out a New Year’s 7 + 3 = Top 10 list. The lead into the article implores the reader to recognize that “clean eating means choosing fruits, vegetables, and meats that are raised, grown, and sold with minimal processing.” Michael Pollan, the regarded author of The Omnivores Dilemma and In Defense of Food, puts it even more simply: “Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants.” So here are the food items to avoid, in no particular order: 1) Canned Tomatoes – The resin t... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4314004 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 00:00:10 +0100 4314004 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4298621&cid=t_102355_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fweight-loss-the-most-common-new-years-resolution%2F2010.12.29 Probably the most common New Year’s resolution I hear year after year is the one to lose weight. I mean, hey — even I tell myself that I’ll feel better when I’m able to drop some pounds. But how is that done? I get asked all the time what is the best diet out there and what piece of exercise equipment should be purchases to get the job done. And, oh yeah — how soon can I see results? Losing weight is not easy (duh) — a doctor doesn’t need to tell you that. But in this video, I talked with our local TV station about some practical “dos and don’ts” when it comes to trying to lose some weight as your New Year’s resolution. As a rule, I tell people to start off your plan slowly when it comes to eating better and incorporating s... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4298621 Wed, 29 Dec 2010 20:00:00 +0100 4298621 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4294634&cid=t_102355_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fmacular-degeneration-and-a-healthy-lifestyle%2F2010.12.26 We now have another condition that may be prevented by eating a healthy diet, exercising, and abstaining from smoking: Age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Macular degeneration causes a loss of central vision and makes it difficult to recognize faces and read small print. The macula degenerates with age and severe macular degeneration causes blindness. Treatment is costly and doesn’t work very well. A new study published in the Archives of Ophthalmology looked at 1,313 women aged 55 to 74 years. They reviewed their diet and exercise habits. Eating a “healthy diet” meant 3.5 servings of fruit and vegetables, 2.3 servings of dairy, 2.7 ounces of meet and 3.5 servings of grain a day. Exercise habits and smoking history were also monitored. (more…) *This ... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4294634 Mon, 27 Dec 2010 01:00:00 +0100 4294634 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4200560&cid=t_102355_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fthanksgiving-a-heart-attack-for-dessert%2F2010.11.25 It seems the Washington Post, cloaked under an anonymous author, wants to use scare tactics to keep most of us from enjoying Thanksgiving with their ominously titled article, “And for dessert, a heart attack?” They spew all kinds of garbage with very little data about how eating a high-fat diet might give you a heart attack. If you want to know more, consider this article* from some pretty smart folks at Harvard. Then eat, drink, and be merry without guilt (courtesy of Dr. Wes). Happy Thanksgiving! - WesMusings of a cardiologist and cardiac electrophysiologist. *REFERENCE: Renata, M. and Mozaffarian, D. “Saturated Fat and Cardiometabolic Risk Factors, Coronary Heart Disease, Stroke, and Diabetes: a Fresh Look at the Evidence.” Lipids, 31 Mar 2010. [Photo credit: La... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4200560 Thu, 25 Nov 2010 18:00:00 +0100 4200560 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4098055&cid=t_102355_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F10%2F23%2Fmen-get-eating-disorders-too%2F Ginger Emas has written an interesting piece about men and eating disorders. It piqued my interest because a friend of mine once asked me if she should be concerned about her son’s eating habits. He counted calories, stayed away from sweets, and was a tad obsessive about a healthy diet. I told her not to sweat it, buying into the cultural myth that boys don’t get eating disorders. Now I know they do. To get to Ginger’s original article on ShareWIK, click here. I have reprinted it with permission below. Usually when we talk about body image issues, we’re talking about girls. But did you know that more than one million boys and men struggle with eating disorders? More than 80 percent of 10-year-olds are afraid of being fat. More than 10 percent of middle school boys h... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4098055 Sat, 23 Oct 2010 13:37:01 +0100 4098055 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3969012&cid=t_102355_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Ffrom-mayo-clinics-transform-2010-conference-how-sick-are-our-healthy-school-lunches%2F2010.09.14 Appearing as a Second Life 3D virtual-world avatar at Mayo Clinic’s “Transform 2010″ symposium (watch the video here), Mrs. Q – a teacher and the anonymous author of the blog “Fed Up With Lunch: The School Lunch Project” — told the story of how her unique health mission has come to be. She’s determined to help people understand just how sick our “healthy” school lunches really are. Mrs. Q has sparked the interest of child health advocates around the country. Thanks to programs like First Lady Michelle Obama’s “Let’s Move Initiative” and Jamie Oliver’s “Food Revolution,” the nation is paying more attention to childhood obesity and school lunch reform. Mrs. Q’s blog was starte... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3969012 Wed, 15 Sep 2010 03:37:25 +0100 3969012 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3772237&cid=t_102355_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fdr-val-tells-abc-news-how-to-stave-off-memory-loss%2F2010.07.20 Did you know that physical activity can reduce your risk for memory loss and dementia? I had the chance to speak to ABC’s Let’s Talk Live team about important lifestyle choices that can keep the mind healthy and active. The good news is that you really can teach an old dog new tricks, and those new tricks can stimulate growth of new brain cells. Watch the video and check out the Alzheimer’s Association website for more information about dementia prevention: (Source: Better Health) Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3772237 Tue, 20 Jul 2010 12:00:50 +0100 3772237 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3729877&cid=t_102355_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fcan-sugar-raise-your-blood-pressure%2F2010.07.06 Most of us know that salt raises blood pressure in many people. When I learned that in medical school almost 40 years ago, I have not touched a salt shaker since. I enjoy having a low normal blood pressure. A new study published in the Journal of the American Society of Nephrology (July 2010) suggests that sugar, especially the fructose that comes from corn syrup, may also raise blood pressure. A study team from the University of Colorado in Denver looked at sugar intake among thousands of Americans in a major national nutrition survey between 2003 and 2006. Those who consumed more added sugars, such as the fructose in soft drinks, had significantly higher blood pressures than those who did not and ate more natural foods such as fresh fruit. Fructose from corn syrup is a major cause of the... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3729877 Tue, 06 Jul 2010 15:00:00 +0100 3729877 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3695534&cid=t_102355_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2Fweight-loss-the-bacteria-in-your-gut%2F You might be the cleanest clean person you know, but we’ve got some bad news anyway. You’ve got trillions of microbial bacteria just hanging out inside of you. Well, not exactly hanging out. They’re working pretty hard, influencing whether we make or burn fat, and how many calories we take from our food. According to the Los Angeles Times, researchers have realized that there are links between gut bacteria and weight metabolism in mice. Though there are links among humans as well, scientists aren’t as certain about the intricacies. We bet that once researchers nail down the exact science between gut bacteria and weight loss in people, we’ll be seeing even more commercials for yogurts that taste just like cream-filled chocolate donuts – and supposedly help yo... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3695534 Thu, 24 Jun 2010 20:30:50 +0100 3695534 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3588868&cid=t_102355_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fsecondhand-carbs%2F2010.05.21 From the medical cartoons of Randy Glasbergen: (Source: Better Health) Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3588868 Fri, 21 May 2010 14:00:31 +0100 3588868 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2511285&cid=t_102355_111_f&fid=36048&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAHeartyLife%2F%7E3%2FPTPRub6oUKg%2F In conclusion, in order to avoid AMD, Glaucoma, and severe Myopia, you must decrease your intake of high sugar foods. Obesity and heart related diseases aside, a diet of extensive amounts of sugar can cause partial to complete vision loss. Anders Wedin, OD is the in-house optometrist at LensShopper.com, a consumer guide to buying contact lenses and general eye care information. ——————– 1 macular-degeneration.org 2 Chiu, CJ, Milton, R.C., Ferris III, F.L., Gensler, G, and Taylor A. Dietary carbohydrate and glycemic index in relation to Age-Related Macular Degeneration – The Age-Related Eye Disease Study. Am J Clin Nut. 2007;86:180-188. 3 Edwards MH. Do variations in normal nutrition play a role in the development of myopia? Optom Vis Sci 73(10):6... A Hearty Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2511285 Wed, 24 Jun 2009 11:34:16 +0100 2511285 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2240878&cid=t_102355_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2009%2F03%2F06%2Fcool-names-for-vegetables-gets-kids-eating-more%2F Trying to get some kids to eat vegetables is like pulling teeth. They’ll do just about anything to avoid that green, orange, or yellow thing sitting on the plate. Hiding it doesn’t work. Somehow, they always seem to know it there. Well, turns out there’s an easier way to get your kids to eat their greens, yellows, and oranges. Just give them a cool name like ‘X-ray Vision Carrots’, ‘Tomato Bursts’, or ‘dinosaur broccoli trees’ and the vegetables won’t stand a chance. They’ll be goobled up quick. That’s the finding of a new study by Cornell University researchers. They presented 186 four-year old “X-ray Vision Carrots” and found that these pre-schoolers ate nearly twice as much as they did on the lunch days ... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2240878 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 00:18:15 +0100 2240878 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2211097&cid=t_102355_111_f&fid=36048&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAHeartyLife%2F%7E3%2FGbZe_3Ed_1M%2F I along with millions of people, I know how hard it is to change your eating habits. With so many people having diabetes and heart disease because of obesity I took this as my wake up call. I went on line and found an article from Mayo Clinic that is very informative, that I would like to share. In the article there are seven steps to follow as a guide to better health; you will also find menus to help get you started. There are suggested foods to eat and foods you need to limit. To lower your cholesterol and risk of coronary artery disease you need to limit saturated and trans fats. These fats increase the risk of plaque buildup in your arteries called atherosclerosis, which is the cause of heart attack and stroke. When choosing foods high in protein make sure they are low in fat, such as... A Hearty Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2211097 Tue, 24 Feb 2009 23:48:20 +0100 2211097 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2173242&cid=t_102355_111_f&fid=36048&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAHeartyLife%2F%7E3%2Fdr7ZKI3ci_k%2F With everyone trying to keep expenses down here is a wonderful treat that can be made in your kitchen for a Valentine breakfast. A well known company that has been in business for over 100 years Lehi Roller Mills makes a heart healthy pancake mix. This mix can once again allow you to have a well known favorite for breakfast. By eating a healthy diet we can cut our visits to the doctors office as well as gaining heart healthy bodies. Simply by changing our eating habits our entire families will become fit and healthy. This does not mean that everything has to taste like cardboard. In the video below you well find one of the tasty ways to tempt your family to eat healthy.       Tags: eating habits, healthy-diet, heart healthyShare This (Source: A Hearty Life) A Hearty Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2173242 Mon, 09 Feb 2009 15:00:00 +0100 2173242 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2134858&cid=t_102355_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2Fi42VdiOBM0M%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(320,212,536684,"http://cdn.pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() Have you heard the thought that aspirin, specifically anti-inflammatory aspirin, is helpful in preventing diabetes? Well researchers took this same concept and applied it to low-dose aspirin. The result? That low-dose aspirin, while having many other healthful benefits, does not help prevent Type 2 diabetes. David S. H. Bell, MD, an Endocrine Today Editorial Board member, said: “This finding is not surprising since low dose aspirin was utilized. High dose aspirin or other salicylates, which are truly anti-inflammatory, have been shown to decrease insulin resistance and perhaps improve beta cell function. Clinical trials to evaluate the effect... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2134858 Mon, 26 Jan 2009 14:38:03 +0100 2134858 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2132568&cid=t_102355_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FNO1oEDVrOSM%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(320,483,536673,"http://cdn.pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() This is news NO diabetic likes to hear. Larry Miller, who owns the pro basketball team the Utah Jazz, has “had both of his legs amputated 6 inches below the knee.” Mr. Miller has Type 2 diabetes and has been using a wheelchair even before the surgery. We wish Mr. Miller a speedy recovery. Our thoughts go out to you! Tags: amputation, amputee, budget, complications, Diabetes Management, diabetic, diabetic resources, fitness, healthy diet, joining a gym, larry miller, low cost fitness, managing blood sugar, managing diabetes, oats, planning time for fitness, pro basketball owner, reduce complications, Research, stave off complications, sta... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2132568 Sun, 25 Jan 2009 21:29:05 +0100 2132568 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2132569&cid=t_102355_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FQfXSVFBHRQM%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(320,213,536651,"http://cdn.pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() One of the most frustrating things about diabetes is that you often get other ailments along with it. As soon as you get diagnosed with diabetes, you are automatically at risk for other diseases such as heart disease or stroke. It’s one reason diabetes is such a difficult disease to deal with. Emotionally and physically, it takes a toll. That’s why I like to here news like this. Researchers at Sanford have received “an American Diabetes Association Career Development Award to help understand why people who have diabetes often die from heart disease or stroke.” The grant is in excess of $870,000 and will be paid out over five... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2132569 Sun, 25 Jan 2009 17:28:23 +0100 2132569 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2131511&cid=t_102355_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FDkMifxumQvM%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(320,320,534868,"http://cdn.pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() Here’s a scary thought: With all the lay offs happening these days workers are finding it increasingly difficult to keep their health insurance. That’s ESPECIALLY frightening for diabetics. A survey over at CNN says that in 2007, “researchers found that two-thirds of workers, if they were laid off, would be eligible for COBRA. Data from 2006 data suggest that only 9 percent would opt into the program.” Since costs are higher now, that problem is probably even more prevalent. It’s difficult. I know one of my fears has always been that I wouldn’t have health insurance. I’ve stayed at jobs I hated because of t... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2131511 Sat, 24 Jan 2009 23:44:25 +0100 2131511 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2131512&cid=t_102355_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FaE6CUbHuUYA%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(320,470,533795,"http://cdn.pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() Denver Broncos quarterback Jay Cutler has been vocal about getting diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes last year, and he’s helping to bring awareness to the cause. He’s teamed up with Eli Lilly & Co. and their “Inspired by Diabetes” campaign to help send Type 1 diabetic children to summer camps. “Inspired by Diabetes” is a campaign to help bring families together to help raise awareness to the “global burden” of the disease. Cutler has said, “Diabetes is the toughest opponent I’ve ever faced, but I wasn’t going to let it slow down my career. And kids don’t have to let it stop t... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2131512 Sat, 24 Jan 2009 18:30:09 +0100 2131512 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2125522&cid=t_102355_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FqKmjRjHLkWw%2F Image from Brenda Novak. Remember Brenda Novak? She’s the writer who has managed to raise over a half million dollars for diabetes research in just a couple of years. She’s also having a giveaway to win a tote with signed copies of her books, among other treats! Enter to win and if you do, by all means come back here and tell us! Tags: amazon, announcements, blog contest, brenda novak, budget, diabetic resources, fitness, free stuff, gift certificate, giveaway, healthy diet, joining a gym, low cost fitness, managing blood sugar, managing diabetes, oats, planning time for fitness, prize, reduce complications, Research, stave off complications, staying healthy, study, sweepstakes, time to exercise, walking, winShare This (Source: Diabetes Notes) Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2125522 Wed, 21 Jan 2009 21:49:26 +0100 2125522 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2116086&cid=t_102355_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FQ01AXW2vNSE%2F In this latest “Putting a Face on Diabetes” post, we’re talking with Andrew Mandell, or as many of you might know him: Mr. Diabetes. We first told you about him last month during his mission to “walk around the perimeter of the continental United States” to help bring awareness to diabetes research. Mr. Mandell has an inspiring story but more than that, his story will motivate YOU to take action in your own life! I especially like his final word to us. Read on. Image from Mr. Diabetes. What type of diabetes do you have? Type 2 - insulin-dependent. Self management, along with proper medical oversight, is key to ensure effective diabetes control. When was it diagnosed, and how? 1985 at 40 years old. Long overdue medical checkup. My lifestyle was active and I f... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2116086 Mon, 19 Jan 2009 21:05:23 +0100 2116086 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2110798&cid=t_102355_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F8CqaRfcNLEI%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(320,212,506407,"http://cdn.pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() Recently we gave away a 4-mile walk DVD, and the comment of our winner was that she was glad to have won because she didn’t like walking alone. I can relate to this. I don’t mind exercising alone if I’m at home, but for some reason whenever I go to the gym or walk outside I wish I had someone with me. Of course, there are ways to find someone to go with, or at least to make it “feel” like you have someone. For example: Workout DVDs I have quite a few of Leslie Sansone’s walking DVDs. I love her energy level and really feel like it’s a great workout to do at home. I pop them in and regardless of the weather ... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2110798 Fri, 16 Jan 2009 21:08:37 +0100 2110798 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2096062&cid=t_102355_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F0IvYtYCxiMA%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(420,279,491669,"http://cdn.pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() Here’s some interesting news. “Diabetic persons spend an average of $11,000 more than persons without diabetes. Preventative programs with a fitness protocol could save the U.S. $20 million on diabetic patients alone.” Well, that’s true. Much of our costs are in trying to be healthy and maintaining an ideal weight. However, much of the cost diabetics incur is due to things like test strips (so incredibly expensive it’s ridiculous), needles, and of course, insulin. So I’m not sure how much more we’d “save” by losing weight in terms of money. But, it’s definitely worth it to lose weight and g... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2096062 Mon, 12 Jan 2009 00:15:05 +0100 2096062 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2096063&cid=t_102355_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2FnYX0Gr1TUfY%2F var iamInit = function() {try{initIamServingHandler(320,213,491623,"http://cdn.pis.picapp.com/IamProd/Resources/Css/css2.css")}catch(ex){}}() You already know how I feel about some research studies. I’d rather have every scientist around focusing 24/7 on a cure for diabetes than have studies that seem to research common sense things. For example, this news story says researchers “in Scotland are going to try to determine if the side effects of type 2 diabetes can be managed through a diet full of oat-rich cereals.” The Scottish government is forking over $305,000 to help fund this study, which will go on for 16-weeks and involve 60 people. They are trying to study if eating more oats will stave off Type 2 diabetes and also improve insulin control. I’m already here ... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2096063 Sun, 11 Jan 2009 23:13:33 +0100 2096063 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2011006&cid=t_102355_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fpatients-can-reduce-risk-for-tooth-enamel-erosion-by-making-wise-diet-choices%2F Enamel erosion is a problem that probably affects many of your patients. Acids found in soft drinks and fruit drinks are extremely harsh on tooth enamel. In fact, some of the citric acids in fruit drinks cause more damage to tooth enamel than sulfuric acid (battery acid) would. Unlike other parts of the body (skin, for instance), tooth enamel does not naturally regenerate. The AGD recently released a study in General Dentistry (July/August 2008) that tells us home-brewed tea with no additives, like sugar, milk, or lemon, is not erosive. Canned teas aren’t included in this finding because of high sugar content and other additives. In addition to being neutral for tooth enamel, brewed tea has antioxidants that reduce risk of cancer, heart disease, and diabetes. Just slightly healthier ... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2011006 Wed, 03 Dec 2008 13:57:45 +0100 2011006 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1297988&cid=t_102355_136_f&fid=36051&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FCancerCommentary%2F%7E3%2F250183262%2F It has all been said so many times already that one’s diet plays a big role in cancer and cancer prevention. Although that is true, we cannot just decide one day to pick up a healthier diet (like increasing the intake of fruits and veggies!!) and be assured we won’t increase or risk of developing any cancer type. One cannot just erase one’s history of unhealthy eating and lifestyle, right? How can one erase something like not giving fruits, veggies and fish a second look during the first 30 years of your life?! Ever heard of the words: from cradle to grave? That’s also the period of time we all should be living healthy, not only against cancer but also against any other serious medical condition. As of late, here are the most recent reports that involves nutrition ... Cancer Commentary blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1297988 Wed, 12 Mar 2008 15:22:42 +0100 1297988 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1012468&cid=t_102355_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F181195890%2F America’s tweens more than doubled their use of type-2 diabetes medications between 2002 and 2005, with girls between 10 and 14 years of age showing a 166 percent increase. The likely cause: Obesity, which is closely associated with Type 2 diabetes. This is so darn scary! Oh, we have to do something now about this epidemic in our children. Please, I beg you to teach your kids about nutrition and the risks of heart disease and diabetes as well as the complications that go along with them. My kids eat happy Meals just like every other kid but they also understand the importance of fruits, veggies and exercise! Not that they always conform to my wishes but I think of it as laying the groundwork if you will. You know? What do you do to teach your children about the importance of a health... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1012468 Wed, 07 Nov 2007 17:57:23 +0100 1012468 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=987210&cid=t_102355_111_f&fid=36048&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAHeartyLife%2F%7E3%2F176718571%2F Here are 5 fun facts, well not really fun but useful, to share with your kids, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, neighbors, students and… well, you get the point. It is so darn important to educate our youth. After all, they are our future… 1. The human heart looks like a piece of red meat, aka steak or a raw hamburger patty. In fat or obese people the heart actually looks like it is covered in yellow goo, aka the fat tissue. Yellow… no good. Red… good! 2. Even though we are taught to put our hand over our heart on the left side of our chest, it is actually tucked away between our lungs in the middle of our chests. Think of it as being protected. 3. When you are exercising, it takes about 10-12 seconds for your blood to go from your heart to your big toe and back agai... A Hearty Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=987210 Mon, 29 Oct 2007 15:34:53 +0100 987210