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Colon Cancer | 9 Early warning signs of colon cancer that you shouldn't ignore
Hearing that you have cancer is definitely scary.
It is one of the
main reasons people die around the world.
In 2021 alone,
cancer killed almost 10 million people.
Colon cancer is one
of the most common types of cancer, and it affects thousands of people each
year.
Every year in the
U.S., more than 101,000 new cases of colon cancer are found.
The best way to
fight colon cancer is to live a healthy life and to find it early.
You need to know
the early warning signs of colon cancer.
In fact, we're
going to talk about this in today's video.
Besides bleeding,
what are some other signs?
Could a small stool
mean something?
All of this and more will be on the table...
First, let's talk about how important it is to pay extra
attention to colon cancer.
Well, it's true that cancer is one of the diseases that kill
people the most.
Keep an eye out for any signs of cancer and see your doctor
right away if you think you might have it.
Colon cancer is one of the most deadly types of cancer that
kills a lot of people every year.
Colorectal cancer is thought by experts to be one of the top
three cancers in the U.S.
It is also one of the top three cancers that kill both men
and women in the United States.
You would be wrong to think that it is a type of cancer that
only affects older people.
A study shows that more and more people in their 20s and 30s
are being told they have colon cancer.
So, it's never too early to know what to look for if you
think you might have colon cancer.
If you are at risk for colon cancer, there are a few things
you can look for.
We'll talk about each one in turn.
But remember that you shouldn't ignore any of these signs if
you have them.
Get in touch with your doctor or nurse right away.
# 9
The first thing to look out for is bleeding.
Specifically, bleeding from the bottom.
When you have blood in your stool, you should go to the
doctor right away.
The blood would be either red or a dark maroon color.
If your blood is bright red, it is new, and something is
wrong with your lower digestive tract.
Dark maroon blood, on the other hand, is digested blood that
shows problems in the upper part of your digestive tract.
The bleeding could also be caused by something else, like
hemorrhoids or a cut or wound in the area.
But the bleeding from colon cancer would be a lot worse than
normal bleeding from hemorrhoids.
People almost never look at their stools.
But if you want to find colon cancer early, this is something
you should do regularly.
If you find blood in your poop, it could be a sign that you
have cancer.
Rectal bleeding is often ignored for a long time.
This is mostly because the problem can come and go.
It can happen one day and then not happen again for a few
weeks.
During the intermittent phase, when you don't bleed, you
might think you're fine.
But that doesn't always hold true.
It would be best for you to see a doctor right away and get
the right diagnosis and treatment.
We just talked about how you should look at your toilet seat
when you're done.
I know it smells bad.
But your health depends on it.
# 8
A narrow stool is another sign of colon cancer.
Check your stool often to see if it's getting narrower than
usual.
In that case, you should talk to your doctor.
You can only tell if your stool is getting smaller if you
keep track of it often.
Changes in the way you go to the bathroom are another sign.
If you often have trouble going to the bathroom, that could
be another sign that you have colon cancer.
Even though you shouldn't diagnose yourself, it's always a
good idea to ask your doctor if you might have colon cancer.
You can tell your doctor that your bowel movements aren't
normal, and they can figure out what tests you need to get a proper diagnosis.
Don't forget that it's not about being afraid.
You are aware of your health and taking care of it.
Cancer is always best caught early rather than late.
In addition to keeping track of your bowel movements, you
should also have your blood checked regularly.
Especially, how much hemoglobin is in your blood to see if
you are anemic.
# 7
A low number of red blood cells, also called anemia,
could be a sign of colon cancer.
Most of the time, colon cancer tumors cause people to lose
blood through their stools.
But if you don't look for the blood, you won't know anything
is wrong.
There is another way to tell if you are losing blood,
though.
When colon tumors cause bleeding, you lose a lot of blood.
This can leave the body without enough iron.
But anemia can be found with a simple blood test.
Anemia is caused by a drop in the number of red blood cells.
This can happen for many reasons, like when colon cancer
cells start to bleed.
If you don't have enough healthy red blood cells, you should
get checked to see if a colon cancer tumor is causing you to lose blood.
# 6
Aside from bleeding and small stools, you should also
watch out for bowel movements that don't do much.
Have you ever felt like you had to go to the bathroom, but
when you tried, nothing happened?
Tenesmus is the name for this condition.
When you have a tumor in your colon or rectum, you may feel
like you have to pee a lot.
If you have trouble going to the bathroom, you should see a
doctor.
It might be caused by colon cancer.
# 5
Another sign that something is wrong with your colon is
if you can't go to the bathroom.
There are many things that can lead to constipation.
One big reason could be that you don't eat enough fiber.
But it usually doesn't last long and can be fixed by eating
more foods that are high in fiber.
But if you can't go to the bathroom for a long time and
nothing seems to help, it could be a sign of a colon tumor.
If you have constipation for a long time, it could even make
your colon cancer worse.
If you have trouble going to the bathroom for a long time,
you should see a doctor.
It would be important to find out whether the constipation is caused by a tumor or by something else.
# 4
Do you often feel pain in your stomach?
Don't just ignore it and hope it will go away by itself.
Get checked out instead.
If you have colon cancer, one sign will be a pain in your
stomach.
This is because the tumor has blocked or torn something.
You might have cramps or other kinds of pain that can be
very unpleasant.
Most of the time, a tumor is the cause of a sore or sharp
pain in your abdomen.
Because things aren't going through as easily as they
should, there is pain.
The cramps and pain are because of a blockage.
You might also feel sick and want to throw up.
Because of the tumor, your abdomen would swell up.
If any of these things happen to you, you should see a
doctor.
By getting help quickly, the tumor is less likely to spread
to other parts of the body.
# 3
Unexpected weight loss is another major sign of colon
cancer.
If you suddenly lose weight and have any of the other signs,
you should go to the doctor for a thorough checkup.
Colon cancer can make a person lose weight.
In fact, a big sign that something is wrong with your body
is if you lose weight.
You should write down the amount of food you eat.
If you've been eating the same way you always do but are
still losing weight, you should get checked out.
Cancerous tumors can make it hard for your body to work
right.
The tumor can make it hard for your body to take in all the
nutrients it needs.
It also makes it hard for your body to use the food you eat
normally.
You might not be getting enough energy because of this.
Then, your body starts to use its reserves, which makes you
lose weight.
# 2
Next on our list is fatigue.
Most people don't pay attention to subtle warning signs like
being tired all the time.
They say that stress and a busy life are to blame.
Even though the way you live can make you tired, you
shouldn't take chronic fatigue lightly.
It could mean that your body is having trouble getting rid
of a cancerous tumor.
If you feel tired all the time even though you haven't done
anything strenuous, it could be because you have cancer.
The tumor makes you lose blood when you poop.
Even though you haven't found any signs of blood in your
stool, the fact that you're always tired pretty much proves that you might have
a tumor.
When you lose blood, you also get too little iron, which
makes you tired.
Since there aren't as many red blood cells, your organs
don't get as much oxygen as they need to work at their best.
# 1
Last, feeling sick is another sign that you might have
colon cancer.
Your body gives you a lot of clues when something is wrong.
One of the most common ways your body reacts to sickness or
pain is by making you feel sick.
Do you feel sick a lot?
If yes, you should talk to your doctor or nurse about it.
Don't brush it off.
Especially if you feel sick and throw up for a long time.
This is because colon cancer could make it hard for you to
pass through waste.
If that's the case, you should make an appointment with your
doctor.
If you find a tumor early, you can treat it before it
spreads to other parts of your body.
Worried about the health of your colon?
Well, there are a lot of things you can do to keep your
colon healthy.
Wednesday, August 3, 2022
Type 2 Diabetes | 4 Easy Steps To Control and Reverse Type 2 Diabetes
Is it hard to really understand how to keep your blood sugar
levels in check?
Do you worry about what you eat or do that might make them
worse?
When your body doesn't make enough insulin or can't use insulin
well, your blood sugar level goes up.
This scary result is called hyperglycemia.
If you don't treat hyperglycemia, it can hurt your body in
the long run in very bad ways.
Your organs, blood vessels, or nerves could be hurt, and you
could lose your sight or even have a heart attack or stroke.
Chronic hyperglycemia can lead to any or all of these scary
health problems.
So, it's very important to know how to control your blood
sugar levels in a specific way!
So, we're going to show you four easy steps to help you beat
diabetes.
Find out how to lower your blood sugar, improve the health
of your organs, and lower your risk of inflammatory diseases caused by
diabetes.
Now, let's get right to the point.
Diabetes can be beaten in four easy steps.
Step 1: Eat good protein and fiber.
You probably already know that protein can give you more
energy and fiber can help you go to the bathroom.
But did you know that both protein and fiber can help lower
your blood sugar after a meal?
They can also help with long-term glucose levels when you are not
eating.
Fiber is a kind of carbohydrate that your body can't break
down.
Instead, your body gets rid of it.
But in the process, it can do a lot of good.
There are two kinds of fiber.
Soluble fiber can be broken down in the water.
As this type of fiber goes through your digestive system, it
binds to particles of cholesterol.
So, when soluble fiber leaves your body, it lowers both
total cholesterol and bad LDL cholesterol levels, lowering your risk of heart
disease.
Also, eating soluble fiber can make you feel fuller faster,
which can help you lose weight, and it can also lower your blood sugar.
Some foods that are high in soluble fiber are oats, beans,
apples, carrots, citrus fruits, and barley.
Fiber that doesn't dissolve in water doesn't dissolve.
Instead, it helps your digestive system by giving your
stools more bulk. This keeps you from getting constipation, hemorrhoids, and
accidents.
And, just like soluble fiber, insoluble fiber can help you
feel full quickly. This will keep you from eating too much and can help you
lose weight.
Studies have even shown that eating insoluble fiber can make
it less likely that you will get type 2 diabetes.
Nuts, cauliflower, wheat bran, potatoes, whole wheat flour,
and green beans are all good sources of insoluble fiber.
In general, one of the best things about fiber is that it
slows down digestion.
This means that it will help your body control how much
glucose goes into your bloodstream. This will keep your blood sugar from going
up too high.
So, both soluble and insoluble fiber is very good for your
health, especially if you have diabetes and are trying to control it.
But you might be wondering what protein.
You can't live without this basic building block of life.
But you don't have to worry if you are a vegetarian or a
vegan.
Protein isn't just in meat; it can also be found in some
plant-based foods.
Protein-rich foods include meats, beans, tofu, nuts, seeds,
eggs, cheese, and even milk.
Even if you only eat a high-protein diet for five weeks,
studies show that your blood sugar levels will drop by a lot.
So how does protein provide anti-diabetes benefits?
Protein can slow down digestion in the same way that fiber
can, which can help you avoid a sugar spike after a mule.
Studies have shown that if you eat a protein-rich food right
before a carbohydrate-rich food, your blood sugar levels after the meal will be
lower than if you just ate the carb-heavy food by itself.
Protein also makes you feel fuller more quickly, just like
fiber does.
That means it can help you feel full quickly and keep you
from eating too much of other, less healthy foods.
Several studies have found that eating more protein can
increase insulin production, which helps keep glucose levels after a meal under
control.
So, what else can you do besides cooking to help you beat
diabetes?
Step 2: Go for walks
after meals
Did you know that going for a 20- to 30-minute walk after a
meal can help lower blood sugar?
In fact, physical activity is one of the quickest ways to
lower glucose levels, especially if you do it within three hours of eating.
Even walking slowly will make your heart beat faster and make
it harder to breathe.
This makes your muscles contract, and when your muscles
move, your body has no choice but to use insulin.
Since glucose is the main source of energy for your muscle
cells, your pancreas will make insulin, which will bind to glucose molecules.
The glucose is then sent to your muscle cells by insulin
instead of being stored as fat.
Over time, these things can make your muscle cells less
clogged up with intra-myocellular fat and make them more sensitive to insulin.
In other words, exercise, especially right after a meal,
makes the body more sensitive to insulin.
This means that if you walk every day after dinner, it can
help lower your long-term fasting glucose levels and help you control your
blood sugar right after a meal.
But be careful with more intense, anaerobic activities like
weightlifting or sprinting, which can actually make your body make more stress
hormones.
This could then cause glucose levels to go up.
But if you keep it slow and take a short, pleasant walk, you
can keep your blood sugar from rising after a meal.
It can also help your heart stay healthy, lower your LDL
cholesterol, help you lose weight, reduce stress, and improve your mood.
Now, let's look at another powerful thing you can do to
fight diabetes by staying out of the kitchen.
Step 3: Use intermittent fasting.
Quite a few diets are based on what you eat.
But intermittent fasting is a way to eat that focuses on
when you eat or, more accurately, when you don't eat.
There are many ways to do intermittent fasting or I.F., but
three methods, in particular, have been getting a lot of attention lately.
The Eat Stop Eat I.F. Method calls for you to go without
food for 24 hours once or twice a week.
On the 5:2 I.F. diet, you can only eat 500 to 600 calories
for two days out of the week.
But the 16:8 I.F. Method is the most popular I.F. style and
the one most people think of when they think of fighting diabetes.
This change in lifestyle does not actually require you to
deal with fasting windows that seem hard.
It just means that you don't eat for 16 hours out of the day
and only eat during an 8-hour window.
So, many people have found long-term success by skipping
breakfast and eating dinner about 3 to 4 hours before going to bed.
When you eat, and even before you take your first bite, your
body releases insulin into your bloodstream to get ready to break down the
food.
Insulin resistance can get worse over time if insulin levels
are always high.
But if you don't eat for a while, your body won't have any
glucose to process, so there will be less insulin in your blood.
This can make your muscle cells more sensitive to insulin
over time.
But studies show that even fasting for a short time can help
people with type 2 diabetes better control their blood sugar.
In fact, a study from the US National Library of Medicine
showed that type 2 diabetics who did short-term I.F. routines lost weight and
had less insulin resistance.
The study showed that even people who didn't lose weight had
better control of their blood sugar.
And recent lab tests showed that when diabetic mice were put
on fasting schedules, their beta cells worked better, and their gut microbiota
was healthier overall. Both of these things can help keep blood sugar levels in
check.
Also, the National Center for Biotechnology Information says
that some type 2 diabetics may be able to use insulin less or even stop using
it together if they do intermittent fasting.
Researchers have also found that I.F. protocols can lead to
other health benefits, such as lower blood pressure, less hunger, and less
oxidative stress.
But in the big picture, most of the different ways to do
intermittent fasting are still new and haven't been fully tested.
So, it's best to talk to your doctor about the pros and cons
of I.F. before you try it.
Well, now that we've shown you some important steps you can
take outside of your pantry, we're going back to the kitchen for The Final
Step!
Here it comes
Step 4: Get rid of the bad carbs.
What do "Bad Carbs" mean?
Well, they're definitely not good.
Carbohydrates are a type of macronutrient that is found
naturally in foods made from plants.
Most people think of these as good carbs. They are also
called Complex Carbohydrates.
Foods like oats, whole fruits, whole-grain bread, beans, and
other legumes, and cruciferous vegetables like kale, spinach, and broccoli are
all good sources of complex carbs.
Complex carbs are made up of chains of sugar molecules that
are long and complicated.
Usually, your body needs a lot of time to break down complex
carbohydrates into glucose and release it into your bloodstream.
Simple carbohydrates, on the other hand, only have one or
two sugar units and are broken down much more quickly in your body.
Simple carb foods are often thought to be bad because they
break down quickly, which can cause a blood sugar spike.
Simple carbs are often found in highly processed, sugary
junk foods like chips, crackers, candies, fast food, pasta, cereal, juice
drinks, and high-sugar soft drinks or energy drinks.
When you eat simple carbs, your body will have to release a
lot of insulin in a short amount of time to deal with a large amount of
glucose.
So it's no surprise that eating bad carbs can make you gain
weight, make your body less sensitive to insulin, give you heart disease, and
is a major cause of the diabetes epidemic today.
But we all still need to eat carbs at the end of the day.
They are, after all, the main source of energy for your
brain and muscles.
So, yes, it is time for you to switch from your usual tasty
but empty-calorie, simple-carb treats to natural foods with complex carbs that
are full of nutrients and help keep your blood sugar level.
For example, one cup of cooked brown rice has 52 grams of
carbs, but even white rice, which has more starch, only has 53 grams of carbs.
But brown rice has more fiber, magnesium, and other good
nutrients that help prevent diabetes and keep the heart healthy.
Because of this, eating white rice can cause a much bigger
and faster rise in blood sugar than eating the same amount of brown rice.
So instead of making a sandwich with white bread, why not
use 100% whole wheat slices?
Switch out your white flour spaghetti for organic pasta made
from beans.
Instead of chips, you could try seaweed sheets, kale chips,
or just a few baby carrots as a snack.
Even though some of these foods may not have much fewer carbs
overall, they will have more healthy nutrients and more fiber, which will help
you lose weight, improve your heart health, and better control your blood
sugar.
So, here are four easy steps to get you started on your
journey to fight diabetes.
Remember to replace bad carbs with complex carbs, see if the
I.F. method will work for you, walk for 30 minutes after each meal, and don't
forget to eat good sources of fiber and protein.
We hope you're having a good day and staying healthy.
Lower Blood Sugar | How to Lower Blood Sugar Fast: 8 Amazing Tips!
If you have
diabetes, you likely think about your blood sugar more than once a day.
Obviously, if you
have diabetes or are at risk for diabetes, it's very important to check your
blood sugar before and after every meal.
But sometimes a
sudden rise in blood sugar can be caused by your immune system, your
environment, or even stress.
So, you might be
thinking...
What can you do to
quickly lower your blood sugar?
Keep watching!
We're about to give
you the eight best ways to control your blood sugar quickly and safely.
We'll tell you the
best things to do to get rid of glucose.
And we'll tell you
what foods and nutrients you need to help your insulin response work better.
We'll also show you
some incredibly easy techniques that can make a huge difference in your health.
Now... let's find out...
HOW TO BRING BLOOD SUGAR DOWN QUICKLY...8 AMAZING TIPS
REVEALED
When your blood sugar level goes up, it means that your body
is getting too much glucose.
This condition is called HYPERGLYCEMIA by doctors.
Over time, having high blood sugar all the time can hurt
your nerves, eyes, and limbs.
But you CAN do something about having high blood sugar all
the time!
So, what steps should you take right now to counteract these
negative effects and problems?
Let's find out...
Tip #8: Do something.
In general, sticking to a regular exercise routine can help
you lose weight and make your body less resistant to insulin over time.
But what is going on inside your body while you work out and
right after?
It depends, is the answer.
The American Diabetes Association says that you should do 30
to 45 minutes of aerobic exercise with a moderate level of intensity every day.
Some of these body movements are jogging, cycling, swimming,
and even dancing!
Aerobic exercises work large groups of muscles for a long
time at a moderate level of intensity.
Your muscle cells will get the energy they need from the
glucose that is already in your blood.
And so, you'll probably notice that your blood sugar has
gone down right after your routine.
On the other hand, if all you want to do after your workout
is lower your glucose levels, you might want to stay away from anaerobic or
high-intensity exercises.
Some examples of these kinds of workouts are lifting
weights, doing high-intensity interval training, and sprinting for short
amounts of time.
That means that if you push yourself hard enough, you could
still be doing anaerobic exercise while jogging, swimming, or cycling.
When you move your muscles in this more extreme way, your
body releases glucose stored in your liver into your bloodstream so that it can
be sent to your muscle cells.
So, anaerobic exercises could end up making your blood sugar
go up after you work out.
But if all you want to do is keep your blood sugar from
going up right after a big meal, there is a simple form of exercise that can
help a lot. Take a walk!
Recent research has shown that just 20 minutes of moderate
to fast walking after a meal can help lower plasma glucose levels and may even
work better than exercise before a meal.
In fact, a study done by the University of Otago in New
Zealand found that type 2 diabetics who took simple 10-minute walks after meals
had average glucose levels that were 12% lower than those who took a single
30-minute walk during the day.
So, while all types of exercise can help your long-term
fasting glucose levels, if you want to lower your blood sugar quickly after a
workout, stick to aerobic routines.
And to better control your blood sugar after a meal, go for
a short, refreshing walk... after you've helped clean up.
7th Tip: Go to bed
If you already have diabetes, you may have had trouble
sleeping at times.
When you get a diagnosis, you might have symptoms like hot
flashes, having to go to the bathroom more than once an hour, and being
restless at night.
Sadly, not getting enough sleep can also cause glucose
levels to go up.
A 2013 study that looked at more than 700,000 adults found
that adults who sleep less than 7 hours per night are more likely to have high
blood pressure and high blood sugar.
And a different study found that people who slept less than
6 hours a night were twice as likely to have insulin resistance that was
getting worse.
New research shows that staying up late can cause your body
to make too much cortisol, a hormone that makes insulin less effective.
Studies have shown that high cortisol levels can make it
harder to control blood sugar.
Other studies have shown that being awake late at night,
especially, can mess up your biological clock and make your body less sensitive
to insulin.
But if you find it hard to get good sleep, experts now
suggest a few things you can do.
First, it's important to not eat for at least a few hours
before going to bed.
When people eat close to bedtime, they often feel
uncomfortable and have trouble falling asleep.
Even though you should drink water all day, drinking
caffeine right before bed can also make it hard to fall asleep.
Most doctors and nutritionists say that you should have your
last cup of caffeine at least six hours before you normally go to sleep.
Also, try not to take naps during the day, especially after
3:00.
Even though it's important to move around during the day,
you shouldn't do anything too strenuous within 3 hours of going to bed.
But getting a good night's sleep tonight can keep your blood
sugar from rising in the morning.
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Tip #6: Eat low-G.I. foods.
You probably already know that foods with a low glycemic
index are carbohydrate-based foods that won't cause your blood sugar to rise
quickly or a lot.
High G.I. foods are easy to spot, of course. They are
usually full of refined sugars and have a lot of carbs.
That means you should avoid white bread, French fries,
cereals, candies, and packaged snacks like potato chips and crackers.
Most of the time, these kinds of foods don't have much fiber
and will quickly send too much sugar into your bloodstream.
On the other hand, studies show that eating low G.I. foods
on a regular basis can lower fasting glucose levels by a lot over time.
But foods low on the glycemic index can also help you reach
your goal of lowering your glucose levels quickly.
Low G.I. foods are usually lean meats, seafood, and other
fatty foods, like avocados, that have almost no carbs.
But their high protein content has been shown to help your
body break down other carbs more slowly.
This means that certain fatty foods can do a lot to keep
your blood sugar levels stable after a meal.
Plus, most foods with a low G.I., like cruciferous
vegetables, whole fruits, and even barley, have a lot of fiber.
Like protein, fiber helps your body digest food more slowly.
This makes it take longer for sugar to get into your bloodstream.
This is one of the main reasons why eating a meal with a lot
of low-GI, high-fiber foods can help keep your blood sugar level safe after a
meal.
Tip #5. Try Berberine
Berberine is a natural compound that can be found in many
plants. It has been an important part of ayurvedic and traditional Chinese
medicine for a long time.
Most western medicine hasn't paid much attention to this
herb, but new research shows that Berberine has a strong effect on blood sugar
levels.
In studies that were published in the National Library of
Medicine, people with type 2 diabetes who took 600 to 2,700 mg of berberine
every day saw their fasting and long-term blood sugar levels drop by up to 20%.
Researchers have also found that the herb works well with
common blood sugar medicines.
But it's interesting that other research has shown that
berberine may be as good at lowering blood sugar as drugs like metformin.
Animal tests show that berberine may help type 2 diabetics
in a number of ways, including making their bodies more sensitive to insulin,
making them make more insulin, making their livers make less glucose, and
making them take longer to absorb carbohydrates.
So, as a diabetic, is it safe to use ayurvedic herbs like
berberine?
Even though the herb seems safe and can help lower your
blood sugar quickly, you should still be careful with how much you take.
There have also been reports that taking berberine can cause
side effects like stomach pain.
So, talk to your doctor before you add this supplement to
your diet.
Here are the Top 4 Tips!
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Tip #4: Take it easy.
There are many different kinds of stress...
Your body can be stressed by injuries, infections,
illnesses, anxiety, or even depression, which can lead to a state of chronic
inflammation.
All in all, long-term inflammation and stress can make
insulin resistance worse.
Studies show that when a person is stressed, the liver
releases glucose, and the stress hormones adrenaline, glucagon, and cortisol are
made.
As we've already talked about, these hormones can make the
body's tissues less sensitive to insulin.
That's one reason why having high levels of cortisol and
other stress hormones for a long time has been linked to high blood sugar.
But when we are stressed, we also tend to eat things that
aren't good for us without even realizing it.
So you might choose to go through the drive-thru instead of
taking your time to cook a low-carb, high-fiber meal.
How often do you reach for a high-sugar snack like a candy
bar or ice cream when you're feeling stressed?
But here's an easy way to deal with stress and lower your
blood sugar quickly.
Just chill out and think.
Several studies have shown that activities like yoga,
mindfulness, and meditation can help you feel less stressed, which can help
your body keep your blood sugar levels more stable.
In fact, a recent study showed that people who meditated
regularly for six months had lower blood sugar levels, better insulin levels,
and a better quality of life overall.
A different study found that people who regularly practiced
mindfulness and meditation were 35% more likely to have healthy blood sugar
levels than people who didn't meditate.
So, if you've been feeling especially tense or restless, it
might be time to try some R&R.
Use meditation techniques now to keep your blood sugar level
tomorrow and in the future.
Third tip: Eat chromium and magnesium.
Minerals are important to our health, and some of them can
have a big effect on how much sugar is in our blood.
Chromium, which is often found in vegetables and meat from
animals that ate grass, affects hormones and how sensitive insulin is.
Magnesium, which can be found in nuts, seeds, and leafy
greens, has been shown to lower inflammation and blood pressure.
And both chromium and magnesium can help lower the amount of
glucose in your blood when you wake up.
Researchers have found that chromium can make insulin work
better.
And recent tests on people have shown that chromium
supplements can help type 2 diabetics lower their insulin levels and use blood
sugar more efficiently.
On the other hand, research has shown that having low
chromium levels for a long time can actually make you more likely to get
diabetes.
In fact, it has been said that people with type 2 diabetes
have, on average, less chromium in their bodies than people who don't have
diabetes.
Also, not getting enough magnesium is linked to insulin
resistance because people with diabetes tend to lose too much magnesium through
their urine.
Statistics show that, just like with chromium, diabetics are
more likely to be magnesium deficient than people who don't have diabetes.
Like chromium, magnesium can help control how insulin works
in the body.
And studies have shown that it can help your body take in
more glucose from your blood.
A study by the American Diabetes Association found that
taking magnesium supplements helped people with a magnesium deficiency lower
their fasting blood sugar.
So, avoiding a magnesium deficiency by eating spinach,
broccoli, and whole grains, or by taking magnesium supplements, can help you
better control your blood sugar.
But it's important to remember that there are different
kinds of magnesium supplements on the market, and they may have different
effects on your insulin sensitivity.
So, you need to see a doctor first to find out which
supplements and how much you should take of them.
If you don't want to take supplements, you can always eat
more leafy greens, legumes, whole grains, nuts and seeds, and grass-fed meats
to get more chromium and magnesium.
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Tip #2: Drink water.
You probably already know that going to the bathroom more
often is one of the main signs of insulin resistance.
Since the body wants to get rid of extra glucose, it uses
urine to flush it out.
This means that people with type 1, type 2, and prediabetes
can lose water quickly.
And studies show that a rise in glucose levels can be caused
by not getting enough water.
So, what's an easy way to stop getting dehydrated and lower
your blood sugar?
Just drink more water!
Experts say that diabetics should drink 9 to 12 glasses of
water a day, which is about 3 liters.
By diluting the sugar in your blood, drinking water
throughout the day can help lower your blood sugar.
Plus, staying hydrated helps your body get rid of sugar that
it doesn't need.
In a 2011 study, two groups of people who were at risk for
diabetes were given different amounts of water.
The results showed that those who drank more water had lower
blood glucose levels than those who drank less water.
Also, drinking water can help you avoid blood sugar spikes
by keeping you from reaching for food in the cupboard.
It's been said that up to 37% of people often confuse hunger
with thirst. Instead of reaching for a high-sugar snack, they should just grab
a glass of water.
In fact, studies done in the past few years have shown that
drinking a glass of water right before a meal can make you feel much less
hungry.
If you drink a little water with or before your meal, it can
help you feel fuller faster and may stop you from wanting to eat unhealthy
foods or snacking in between meals.
So, staying hydrated is a key part of preventing your blood
sugar from going too high.
Tip 1: Eat more fiber.
You probably know by now that fiber can help lower blood
sugar levels.
But how does it really work?
Fiber comes from plants and is a type of starch.
But unlike other carbs, which are quickly turned into
glucose by our bodies, fiber almost stays untouched as it goes through the
digestive system.
And fiber, on its own, doesn't need insulin to work.
There are two main types of fiber...
Insoluble fiber is found in legumes and vegetables, and
soluble fiber is usually found in whole-grain foods like oats or lentils.
But most foods with a lot of fiber have a mix of both types,
in different amounts.
Soluble fiber slows digestion and feeds the bacteria in the
gut, while insoluble fiber cleans and helps the digestive tract.
In the end, though, both types of fiber can help lower your
blood sugar.
A study done on animals at Oxford Academy showed that cows
who ate two fiber-rich meals a day were able to get their blood sugar level
back to normal faster than cows who ate their normal diet.
What does that mean for people, though?
Well, many studies with real people have shown that eating
more fiber cuts down on calories, makes you feel fuller, and slows down the
absorption of nutrients.
So, eating a lot of fiber is one of the best ways to reduce
the chance of a blood sugar spike after a meal, and it will also help a lot to
lower glucose levels when you wake up.
Oh, and by the way, fiber also helps your body get rid of
bad LDL cholesterol.
So, if you have high glucose levels and want to improve your
heart health, try eating more fiber-rich foods at your next meal.
Tuesday, August 2, 2022
Heart Attack Symptoms | 6 Signs Of A Silent Heart Attack Not To Ignore
6 Silent Warning Signs of a Heart Attack That Are Always Ignored
Hey guys.
Imagine it's a Tuesday like any other
day when you receive a phone call from your friend.
He informs you about his hospital
visit.
He went to the doctor for indigestion
and find out that he had a heart attack a few weeks ago.
You're shocked and are wondering what
could have happened.
Believe it or not, your body gives you
subtle signs right before a silent heart attack.
Cold sweats and pain in the arm and chest
mean something's wrong.
In this video, I will talk you through
all the Warning Signs of a Silent heart attack.
Most movies show a heart attack with
someone clutching their chest, but this is not always the case.
A silent heart attack has minimal or no
symptoms.
The heart enlarges and it can't pump
blood as well.
This can lead to shortness of breath,
fatigue, a fever, or other symptoms.
It's difficult to believe that something so serious can occur without noticing it.
Let’s
talk about the 6 warning signs of a Silent Heart Attack.
A lot of people don't know that 45% of heart
attacks happen without any symptoms.
Women are more likely to get a silent heart
attack than men.
A lot of the symptoms are so mild they can be
mistaken for something else.
They're often mistaken for other less serious
health conditions.
The #1 cause of silent heart attacks is
metabolic syndrome.
Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions
that occur together, increasing your risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2
diabetes.
These conditions include increased blood
pressure, high blood sugar, excess body fat around the waist, and abnormal
cholesterol or triglyceride levels.
In this condition, the oxygen-rich blood gets
obstructed by overgrown plaques in your coronary arteries which leads to heart
failure.
When blood platelets reach the site of plaque,
they adhere and form a blood clot which may impede blood flow.
If your heart doesn't get enough oxygen, it
can't work at its best.
When that happens, the muscle loses its ability
to pump blood which can lead to a heart attack.
The more time your heart is without enough
oxygenating blood, the more damage it will do.
Often, atheroma will be the root cause of a
deadly heart attack.
Atheroma is the medical term for the build-up of
materials that adhere to arteries.
Among others, these include fat. cholesterol.
calcium.
Your cigarette smoking, unhealthy junk food, and
high levels of stress are affecting your heart health.
Studies have shown that people who are Type 2
diabetic are at a greater risk for a silent heart attack.
If you are 55 years or older then your chances
of getting a heart attack, go up.
Want to know how much?
Every 40 seconds someone is having a heart
attack in the US alone.
Your heart's intelligence is more advanced than
you might think.
It will usually warn your body about the
impending shutdown well before it occurs.
There are some warning signs if a disaster is
about to happen.
You can start cardiac treatment before a heart
attack even if you're not sure you're at risk.
Preventative care may work to stop an impending
silent heart attack from occurring.
But how do you know if you are having a silent
heart attack?
To answer that,
The American Heart Association provides 6
warning signs of a Silent Heart Attack.
#6, Nausea and cold sweats.
If you experience persistent flu-like symptoms.
Most of us feel under the weather from time to
time.
It may be due to a larger exposure to cold or
catching it from another person.
You may know what the flu feels like because
you've had one before.
When your gut is telling you that these flu-like
symptoms are something more serious, listen.
Don’t chalk these symptoms up to the flu,
stress, or feeling under the weather.
They may be much more serious than that.
The throat pain and nausea feeling usually disappear
within 1 or 2 weeks.
But it's best to visit your doctor if you can't
get rid of that choking sensation after a while.
#5, Chest Pain, Pressure, Fullness, or
Discomfort.
Most heart attacks involve only mild pain or
discomfort in the center of your chest.
You may also feel pressure, squeezing, or
fullness.
These symptoms usually start slow, and they may
go away and come back.
This can be complicated because these symptoms
may relate to something less serious, such as heartburn.
You know your body best, though.
If you feel like something’s not right, you need
to see a physician or even head to the emergency room.
# 4, Discomfort in other areas of your
body.
A heart attack doesn’t affect your heart only.
You can feel the effects throughout your whole
body.
But this can make identifying a heart attack
confusing.
You may experience pain or discomfort in your:
• Arms
• Back
• Neck
• Jaw
• Stomach.
These symptoms can vary from person to person.
Some people describe their back pain from a
heart attack as feeling like a rope tied around them.
You may also feel heavy pressure on your back.
Either way, if you think you’re experiencing any
of these less obvious signs of a heart attack, don’t ignore them.
# 3, Difficulty breathing and dizziness.
If you feel like you’ve run a marathon, but you
only walked up the stairs.
That might be a sign your heart isn’t able to
pump blood to the rest of your body.
Shortness of breath can occur with or without
chest pain, and it’s a common sign of a silent heart attack.
You may also feel dizzy or lightheaded and it’s
possible that you could faint.
Though this can happen to both men and women,
it’s more common for women to experience shortness of breath.
If you’re having trouble with tasks that weren’t
difficult, such as making the bed or walking the dog.
Make sure you get it checked out in case it’s a
subtle sign of a heart attack.
If you experience light-headedness and breathing
difficulties, then don't wait.
It's best to go to the hospital as soon as
possible.
# 2, Feeling bloated.
A lack of blood-pumping action will lead to
water retention.
That can lead to trouble at home, like your
clothes not fitting quite right.
If you're feeling uncomfortable for a long time,
then it won't be a bad idea to visit your doctor.
# 1, Sweating and stomach pain.
These days, sweating is a great way to get rid
of toxins in your body.
It's normal to sweat when you're active, or it's
too hot outside in humid climates.
If you're sweating while the thermostat is down,
that may be a sign.
Never ignore stomach pain because it could
indicate a serious health issue.
Burning sensations in the throat are indicative
of a heart attack.
For someone with diabetes, a heart attack may
feel very different. It may not be immediately noticeable.
Symptoms like chest fullness and pressure can
often be consistent with other digestive issues.
According to a 10-year-long study, 8% of
diabetic participants had suffered from a silent heart attack and had no idea
about it.
It is very dangerous.
You might have heard that pain during a heart
attack radiates only to the left arm, but that's not always the case.
When you visit your doctor will run a few tests
to figure out what's going on.
Generally, an ECG, CT scan, and MRI are the best
options.
The heart also sends out messengers to the
bloodstream that will show with blood tests before and after the silent heart
attack.
There are different tests that doctors would use
to diagnose cardiac disturbances.
These include cardiac biomarkers, stress tests,
and coronary angiograms.
They might put you on blood thinners like
Aspirin or nitro-glycerine that ensure adequate blood supply to your heart.
They will check your progress.
Once the blood clots open and your
oxygen-carrying capacity improves.
They will release you from the hospital.
If the arteries have narrowed too much during a
silent heart attack.
Treatments like stenting, ballooning, or bypass
surgeries are necessary.
This doesn't mean you should ignore silent heart
attacks as something trivial.
You might think that you'll never have one, but
beware!
It has dangerous aftereffects.
Did you know that a silent heart attack
increases your chances of getting another one by 35%?
The amount of time it takes to recover from a
heart attack depends on the person.
Most people experience it for about 15 to 30
mins.
Anything over that period can cause changes in
heart rhythm which can lead to serious health conditions.
Prolonged stress levels can also have a
detrimental effect on your health later in life.
One way to reduce the risk of developing a
silent heart attack is to make some healthy lifestyle changes.
You could start with some light exercise; the
simplest form is walking around the block.
Start walking for a few days, and you'll feel
the motivation to jog, do yoga or meditate.
Exercise is a great thing to do in your life,
and of course, it will have a positive effect on your heart health.
Make sure you vary your activities with
aerobics, dance, or Zumba.
Eat high-fiber foods.
Fiber from raw vegetables is heart-healthy and
can help you reduce your risk of heart disease.
Focus on omega-3-rich foods like salmon,
avocado, and walnuts.
Remember to say no to unnecessary snacks and
sweets as well.
As a healthier alternative, always include a
piece of fruit with your snack or dessert.
Quit smoking!
Smoking narrows the arteries and decreases the
amount of oxygenated blood in the body's organs.
Our aim is to get the largest amount of
oxygen-rich blood pumping through our system.
Smoking won't help and will only cause negative
health effects besides the fact that it's bad for your heart.
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