Diabetes mellitus Type II (non-insulin dependent diabetes) is a long-term metabolic disorder that is characterized by insulin resistance, relative insulin deficiency, and hyperglycemia. The diet most frequently recommended for individuals with this type of diabetes is one consisting of high fiber especially soluble and low in fat and sugar. Patients are usually encouraged to reduce the amount of high glycemic index food that they consume. However in the case of hyperglycemia, patients are encouraged to have food or beverages that raise blood glucose quickly. Then they should consume a … [Read more...] about Got Diabetes??
Be Sleep Smart
Do you have difficulty falling asleep at night? Once you get to sleep, do you wake up frequently? Do you feel lethargic in the morning? Are you drowsy by midafternoon and unable to stay alert as you go about your day? If you answered yes to one of these questions, you may be one of the millions of people who are chronically sleep deprived and not even aware of it! To get better sleep, try these insights from Susan B. Sterling, EdD, vice president and director of education and certification at the Cooper Institute in Dallas. Downsides to Sleep Deprivation Most people are unaware of … [Read more...] about Be Sleep Smart
Myths and Facts of burning Fat
A popular myth is that there is a specific range of heart rates in which you must exercise to burn fat. Even many cardio machines display a “fat-burning zone” on their panels, encouraging people to exercise in a specific heart rate range. Have you ever wondered if you really have to exercise in a specific heart rate zone to lose fat? And what happens if you venture out of that zone? Jason R. Karp, PhD, a nationally recognized speaker, writer and exercise physiologist who coaches recreational runners to Olympic hopefuls through his company, RunCoachJason.com, sheds light on this … [Read more...] about Myths and Facts of burning Fat
Break the Boredom……..try a cardio circuit
When you walk into to a modern fitness center, you will undoubtedly encounter rows of cardio equipment with TVs plastered in front of them. Over the past decade, treadmills and ellipticals have become machines that would make any tech junkie proud. They now come loaded with iPod docks, HD radio tuners, TVs, and even internet access. Gym goers are eating this stuff up. Why? Because cardio can get boring in a hurry and all the lights and sounds distract from the fact that you have been running in place for the past 30min. It is all too easy to just set the machine to manual and watch TV, and as … [Read more...] about Break the Boredom……..try a cardio circuit
Smoking: Killing one person at a time
Did you know that cigarette smoking is the most preventable cause of illness and death in the United States? Yet many americans continue to smoke. One million a year new adults and children start smoking and the number is increasing exponentially. It is a well-known fact that smokers die faster than those who don't. Smoking increases your health risks if you have diabetes, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure. The cost of a pack of cigarettes is right around five dollars a pack and yet people in a recessed economy are still buying them left and right. Not only is the cost per pack high … [Read more...] about Smoking: Killing one person at a time
Supplements: Are they worth taking?
Many Americans take over the counter supplements on a daily basis for everything from calcium to multi-vitamins. The problem is do they work? Is your body absorbing the actual pill or tablet that you are taking? Is it the correct dosage for you? Are you taking to many supplements and they have interactions with one another? These are all legitimate questions that deserve to have answers. Most individuals who take supplements tend to eat healthier on average as well. A new study from the National Institutes of Health found that vitamin users may be overloading on minerals like magnesium, zinc, … [Read more...] about Supplements: Are they worth taking?
Barefoot Training: Should you be doing it?
The latest trend in the world of running and training is going barefoot. The benefit of going barefoot some experts claim is that it improves foot biomechanics and reduces injury risk. Some studies suggest that running barefoot can increase running efficiency by 4%. However there is no well-outlined study done that shows it reduces the risk of injuries. There are two sides to this story. Some experts agree that running with shoes causes the small muscles in our feet to weaken, thus causing the tendons, ligaments, and arches to stop performing their funtional job. These experts believe that … [Read more...] about Barefoot Training: Should you be doing it?
Exercising with Arthritis
Do you have arthritis? You’re not alone. Approximately 42.7 million Americans have arthritis, as well as millions of people around the world. Doctors now commonly prescribe exercise to alleviate arthritis symptoms. However, it can be confusing to know what type of exercise to do and how much is helpful. Recent research has demonstrated that a regular program of cardiovascular exercise and progressive strength training can lead to improvements in strength, function and joint symptoms in people with arthritis. Fitness-related problems common to arthritis—such as flexibility loss, muscle … [Read more...] about Exercising with Arthritis