Living With Diabetes
Having diabetes does not mean that you have to eat bland food for the rest of your life. You will need to create a healthy diet that will give you the nutrients that your body needs to keep Your body healthy.
A diet that is high in fat, salt, sugar, foods filled with poly saturated fats or trans fat, which cannot be burned off through exercise are going to stay in the body and clog up the arteries this is bad for a healthy person, but is worse for a diabetic, this can increase your chances of heart disease, stroke and other diseases associated with diabetes.
This does not mean that you have to cut out the fat forever, some fats are healthy and necessary. It is very important if you have diabetes to know which fats and foods are good for you and which fats are harmful for you too. Fats that are found in processed foods and most fast food restaurants are not healthy. Omega –3 fatty acids are found more in fish and are very good for diabetics due to the fact that they can help decrease the risk of sudden heart attack.
When you are working on your diet, you can still have some sugars and fats but in lower amounts. It is important that you control your intake of carbohydrates, getting too many turns into sugars in the body which will affect your blood sugar levels.. Diabetics can learn how to count their carbs from nutritionists or a good book about meals for diabetics
So living with diabetes does not mean that you have to limit your diet to foods that have no taste. You can have the foods that you want as long as you keep the portions under control. Living healthy is not only for diabetics it is for everyone and is about taking control so that you are not eating more than what your body can process. To your Health and Happiness.
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Healthy eating starts with healthy shopping. We tend to pick up unhealthy foods without realizing it.
Here are some tips to use the next time you head out on your next grocery shopping trip.
Tip 1. Have a plan before you ever leave your house. Use the sales fliers to check out the great products that are on sale and take an inventory of your pantry and refrigerator to see what foods you need to purchase. Make a list of all of the foods you’ll need and stick to that list. Only allow yourself one or two compulsory buys other wise stay with the ingredients you’ll need to cook healthy meals for yourself and your family for the rest of the week. Before you leave, review your list and take out any unnecessary junk food.
Tip 2. When making your list shop for a week at a time, or even longer if you have a large freezer.
When you have to run to the grocery store every day, you are more likely to pick up junk food items before you know it your pantry is full of unhealthy food. You can shop for a week or two in advance by taking a day to plan meals for the week and packaging fresh product to be frozen.
Tip 3. Very important read the label! Avoid purchasing brand name items simply because they are brand name or store brand items simply because they are less expensive.
look at the product’s nutritional value and try to get the most nutrients for your money. When you eat higher quality foods, you’ll feel more full and, in turn, eat less, so this really is the best way to bargain shop.
Tip 4. When shopping for yourself, you should also consider picking up a basket at the door instead of getting a shopping cart. The biggest problem with health and grocery shopping is grabbing junk food items that you don’t really need. If you have a small basket, you simply won’t have room for chocolate brownies and ice cream with your load of other foods, so you’ll pass them by.
Tip 5. Consider drinks into your healthy shopping plan. Most people don’t realize it, but sodas, punches, and beers can have many empty calories and are generally bad drink choices. Instead, look at the labels and choose water and sports drinks, or natural fruit juices, like apple juice. With these tips, healthy eating—and shopping—should be much easier!
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Anything is Possible If a Person Believes….Mark 9:23
WE HAVE ALL HEARD BREAKFAST IS THE MOST IMPORTANT MEAL OF THE DAY.
However, that doesn’t stop millions of Americans, and people around the world, from skipping breakfast or opting for only a CUP of coffee. The truth is that breakfast really is the most important meal of the day, and you will have a much healthier life if you take time to include breakfast in your morning routine.
Breakfast is rightly named—break fast. When you sleep, you are not eating for 6 to 9 hours at least.
Therefore, breakfast is the first thing you’ll be eating a for a very long period of time. Some nutrients, like proteins, cannot be stored in the body and are therefore not present, so the body needs you to replenish the “low” levels of such nutrients. Breakfast is like the match that lights the fire. It truly is a very important source of energy for your body in the morning.
Eating breakfast in the morning also helps you avoid some illnesses and disease. For example, your sugar levels are probably out of whack from not eating for many hours, so having breakfast levels out the amount of sugars in your body, helping to prevent diabetes.
Eating a healthy breakfast also helps you to provide food to your stomach so that you don’t overeat at lunch because you are so hungry. Overeating leads to obesity that comes with a whole host of problems, including heart disease.
Healthy breakfast foods, Like eggs, fruit or bran cereal is a good source of vitamins and minerals a person need during the day.
Remember without the proper amounts of nutrients, Your body will not function correctly.
I you are conscience about eating a healthy breakfast you are more likely to choose healthier food during the rest of the day which will give you the proper nutrients for you body.
By just taking 15 minutes in the morning to eat breakfast every day can truly make a great different in your diet and life.
For example, you can have whole grain toast (bread food group) with peanut butter (protein food group) and a banana (fruit food group). Top that off with a glass of milk to drink, and you’ve even hit a fourth food group. Breakfast does not have to include a heavy pancakes and sausage meal which is not healthy eating.
Taking time to sit down and having some fruit or a muffin is better than skipping the meal completely Breakfast is important to your health!
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Once you have followed the advice of these eight natural doctors, you will experience a new start in life. And ‘New Start’ is an easy way to remember these doctors. Let’s take a brief look at them one at a time.
N-E-W S-T-A-R-T
N - Nutrition
It is important to “watch what you eat”. Eating a lot of trans-fatty foods will not only make you overweight, but will aid in clogging your arteries. Eating plenty of fresh, green, leafy vegetables and fresh fruit is a great way to help your body get the vitamins and nutrients it needs to function properly.
E - Exercise
The reason exercise is important is because this is how your heart gets stronger. A stronger heart means better blood flow. If you spend 30 minutes, three days a week, working out, not only will you feel better, but your mental abilities will also improve. For exercise to be effective, it must be progressive, systematic, and habitual. The more you exercise, the stronger every part of your body will become.
W - Water
It used to be said that you should drink 8 glasses of water each day. Today that number is debated as to whether that specific number applies to everybody or not. The bottom line is that your body is comprised of mostly water. Your brain needs plenty of fresh water everyday in order to function properly. While your body can go three days without water, your brain will start to experience negative effects within 12 to 14 hours. There is no substitute for water, not even sports drinks. By drinking plenty of water every day, your brain, kidneys, and most internal organs will function more efficiently.
S - Sunshine
Taking a break from your cubicle everyday and getting into the sunshine will do more for you than you may realize. According to Dr. Tedd Mitchell, in his article for USA Weekend, recent studies suggest that the sun’s ability to stimulate vitamin D production in the skin can make it an incredible boon to the body in fighting certain kinds of cancers, including some skin cancers. Taking short, regular breaks to allow your body to be exposed to sunshine is a good way to help you stay healthy.
T - Temperance
Temperance is keeping everything in moderation. We all know about being temperate in eating; don’t overeat or you will gain weight, etc. But temperance should be used in all areas. For example, too much sunshine can cause skin cancer, so limit how much sun you actually expose yourself to. In order to maintain a healthy life, you must use each of these natural doctors in moderation. Don’t over do it in any area. Keeping well-balanced is the key to good health.
A - Air
Getting plenty of fresh air is extremely important; you cannot live more than a few minutes without it. Make sure that your homes and offices are properly ventilated. If possible, open some windows to provide cross-ventilation. Leave your windows at home open a little during the winter months, so the air won’t become stagnant and ill-smelling. Take your breaks outside your place of work so you can give your body the necessary oxygen it needs to keep healthy. When you get outside take ten deep breaths, it is like giving yourself an oxygen cocktail. Your body loves it.
R - Rest
Maybe you have heard that children grow while they sleep. This is true. During rest, your body is able to grow and to re-build itself. The brain tissue is being restored and the nerves are re-charged while you sleep. Do not skimp on sleep, your body does not have adequate time to re-condition itself and to heal itself. Getting plenty of sleep each night is important in maintaining a healthy body.
T - Trust in God
Trusting in God is the most important of all natural doctors. If we believe that we were created in His image and that He sent His Son to redeem us, we should have no problem trusting Him to take care of us and to keep us healthy. If we do our part in eating nutritiously, exercising, drinking plenty of water, getting plenty of sunshine, being temperate in all areas, getting plenty of fresh air, and getting plenty of rest, God will do His part in sustaining our life to the fullest and keeping it healthy. Just trust Him, He knows what He’s doing.
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Obviously this is not an ideal situation, so how can you ensure that you get a good night’s sleep and wake up feeling refreshed and ready to tackle the new day? Here are a few good tips to help you.
It is important to try to mentally unwind before going to bed. An overactive mind is one of the primary causes of poor sleep. Try to carry out a low-stress activity 30 minutes to an hour before you retire for the night. Examples of such activities are reading and listening to relaxing music.
A relaxed body will lead to a relaxed mind. Two of the best ways that you can relax your body are to engage in meditation or take a warm bath.
If you are prone to sleep problems it is particularly important that you adhere to a regular sleep routine, going to sleep at the same time every night and getting up at the same time every morning. Yes, this includes weekends.
If you take a nap during the day try cutting it out. You only need a fixed amount of sleep during any 24 hour period.
Your bedroom should be quiet and dark. If you cannot block out all noise and light you might want to invest in some good quality ear plugs and a sleep mask. It is also important that your bedroom temperature is comfortable.
If, after trying these tips, you still have difficulty sleeping, then you should consult your doctor to ensure that there is not an underlying medical problem that is responsible for your poor sleep pattern.
The use of prescription sleeping pills is on the rise. And these medications carry their own risks: drug carryover into the daytime leading to drowsiness, psychological dependence, physical side effects including anxiety and memory problems, and potential drug interactions. And their long-term use is controversial.
Although sometimes prescription sleep aids are necessary, there are many other simple and easy-to-implement strategies to help sleep better:
1. Don’t engage in mentally stimulating activities prior to bedtime.
2. Keep your bedroom as dark as possible - this helps regulate the hormone .
3. Avoid caffeine and alcohol, especially within 6 hours of bedtime.
4. Eat a light snack before bed, preferably one with protein.
5. Exercise daily.
6. Keep a regular schedule of sleeping and waking.
7. Have yourself checked for depression - it is a common cause of insomnia.
8. Don’t take naps during the day.
9. Stop all fluids 2 hours before bedtime to reduce your chance of having.
to get up to go to the bathroom.
National Sleep Foundation poll found that 14 million people reported actually falling asleep at the wheel during the last year.
If you have been having trouble sleeping, talk to your doctor about your condition
and your options. Besides depression, many other potentially serious health disorders may be causing your sleeping difficulties. Don’t ignore this debt until it becomes too late to repay.
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