Preventive measures tend to focus on obesity, heart health, diabetes, high blood pressure, asthma, etc..and not much on Kidney health. The National Kidney foundation reports 4.5 million Americans are diagnosed with kidney disease. What many may not know is that Diabetes and High blood pressure are the most common reasons for kidney damage and failure. So using preventive measures to prevent diabetes and high blood pressure will in effect protect your kidneys. Damage to the kidneys eventually leads to dialysis treatment or kidney transplant. Sensible measures can be taken to protect your kidneys such as; reducing table salt consumption, processed foods, fatty foods, high glycemic foods; drinking lots of water and getting moderate exercise. These measures will help you moderate your weight, high blood pressure and prevent diabetes and heart disease which may lead to poor kidney health. See article: http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/742119?sssdmh=dm1.685261&src=nldne 2 Comments A new study shows that a lack of Vitamin D (the sunshine vitamin) is linked to a higher incidence of type 2 Diabetes as well. Earlier studies support that vitamin D is important for nornmal bone mineral density, healthy arteries, immune health, cardiovascular health, elasticity of blood vessels, prevent cancer and maintain normal blood pressure. Ask your physician to check your vitamin D levels. When looking for a vitamin, consider an isotonic formulation for superior quality and absorption. See article; http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/04/27/us-vitamind-diabetes-idUSTRE73Q6VH20110427 If you are loosing your hair in clumps, it may not be just a cosmetic issue. According to a recent NY Times article, hair loss may be related to diseases such as Rheumatoid Arthritis, Diabetes, or Celiac disease. Please consult with your physician if you notice abnormal hair loss. http://www.nytimes.com/2010/12/28/science/28conversation.html?ref=health Post Title. 11/24/2010
Did you know that you can effectively reduce your HBgA1C levels (a marker of Diabetes) by just doing 1hr: 40 minutes of high impact aerobics & and 2 (20 min sessions) of resistance training per week? Come and learn about natural ways to manage your Diabetes and health at the Health Buzz upcoming education session on ...December 8th in Harlem. RSVP at www.thehealthbuzz.org/upcoming-events.html See NYTimes article below http://www.nytimes.com/2010/11/30/health/research/30exercise.html?_r=1&hpw More than 4 million children are placed on adult prescriptions for weight related diseases 09/21/2010
A NY Times report states that more and more children suffering from weight related diseases ; diabetes, high blood pressure , high cholesterol, and acid reflux are being placed on adult prescriptions to treat their conditions. We must take some steps to stop this obesity epidemic. What are you doing to protect your child? Please read the full article http://www.nytimes.com/2008/07/26/business/26kidmed.html?ref=medco_health_solutions_inc: Learn about low glycemic index eating -- contact The Healthbuzz; www.thehealthbuzz.org Obesity has plagued our health for many years and continues to be a major risk factor. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) reports that from 1985 -2008, there has been an increase in obesity nationwide from 20-30%. The 3 most common diseases associated with unhealthy weights; diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart attacks and strokes may be controlled or averted through proper weight management. Although most of us know the solutions to maintaining a healthy weight, we are not properly equipped and educated to do so. We often follow diets that cause us to lose and gain weight repeatedly and thus causes havoc on our metabolism. According to Rose Deats, a certified health coach, the Glycemic Index lifestyle system provides the best solution to maintaining a healthy weight which will in turn positively affect your overall health while reducing the incidence of obesity related diseases. The Glycemic Index lifestyle system was first used by the Diabetic community and has since been implemented within successful diets and lifestyle plans. It has been shown to increase metabolism while sustaining weight loss naturally. Sign up for your free 30 minutes Health Assessment at www.thehealthbuzz.org Which is the healthiest sugar? 07/01/2010
Since most of us are well addicted to the sweet stuff, which do you think is the healthiest? I will state the pros of some of our favorite sweetners and you can choose one; Splenda (sucralose)- 600x times sweeter than sugar, has no calories, no effect on blood sugar, and according to the FDA , it poses no toxic or carcinogenic effects, no reproductive or neurologic risk to humans. Sweet'N Low (saccharin)- 300x times sweeter than sugar, FDA proposed a ban on this sweetner in 1977 after bladder cancer was found on male rats fed huge amount of saccharin, but it was never enacted. NutraSweet and Equal ( aspartane)- 180-200x times sweeter than sugar, adds no calories to food, FDA and AMA approved. Stevia (stevioside)- 250-300x times sweeter than sugar, calorie free, herb from South America, used in Japan for the past 30 years. Sorbitol- generally recognized as safe by the FDA, found in nature such as in fruits and berries. Sucrose (table sugar)- has 50% fructose and 50% glucose , less processed, fructose is found in fruit. Agave Nectar- 40% sweeter than sugar, produced from the agave plant in Mexico, contains primarily fructose and glucose, low in the glycemic index (does not strongly impact blood sugar and insulin levels), diabetic friendly. Honey- natural, less processed High Fructose Corn Syrup- common sweetner and preservative. Note: Excessive releases of insulin and, more specifically, chronically high blood sugar and insulin levels are linked to Metabolic Syndrome (also called Syndrome X), which is a complex of health disorders. Associated ailments include insulin resistance and type II diabetes, abdominal weight gain and obesity, problems with blood lipids (raised triglycerides and cholesterol) and high blood pressure. Pick your healthiest sweetner and stay tune for the shocking cons!!! |
