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Skincare  is an important factor for people with diabetes. Skin conditions can be more likely amongst diabetics, and reduced sensitivity of nerves and circulation can often make it harder to spot emerging skin problems. The skin on our feet need particular attention as the presence of diabetic neuropathy can sometimes lead to skin issues not being identified until an advanced stage, when they can cause serious problems. Why are diabetics more prone to skin problems? People with diabetes may experience greater loss of fluid from the body due to high blood glucose levels, which can cause dry skin on the legs, elbows, feet and other areas of the body. If dry skin becomes cracked, germs can get into these areas and cause infection, meaning that taking care of the skin is essential.  If not checked regularly, even minor skin care problems can evolve into serious diabetes complications, such as diabetic foot ulcers and even amputation. Keeping the skin, particularly ...

                  Indigestion Indigestion or dyspepsia is one of the most common ailments today and is caused by dietetic errors. It is a condition of the stomach in which digestive juices are incorrectly secreted, resulting in discomfort.  The alimentary canal and the process of digestion begin at the mouth. The stomach, which is the most abused organ of the body, looks like a pear-shaped pouch. It forms part of the digestive tract which is a tube coiled in loops nearly 28 feet in length. It varies in size and position depending on how much food it contains. An overloaded stomach tends to prevent the diaphragm from functioning properly. It may also press on the heart. Symptoms Abdominal pain, a feeling of undue fullness after eating, heartburn, loss of  appetite,  nausea or vomiting and excessive wind or gas are the usual symptoms of indigestion. Other symptoms include a bad taste in the mouth, coated tongue,...

Tooth decay is the destruction of your  tooth enamel, the hard, outer layer of your teeth. It can be a problem for children, teens and adults. Plaque, a sticky film of bacteria, constantly forms on your teeth. When you eat or drink foods containing sugars, the bacteria in plaque produce acids that attack tooth enamel. The stickiness of the plaque keeps these acids in contact with your teeth and over time the enamel can break down. This is when cavities can form. Cavities are more common among children, but changes that occur with aging make cavities an adult problem, too. The recession of the gums away from the teeth, combined with an increased incidence of gum disease, can expose tooth roots to plaque. Tooth roots are covered with cementum, a softer tissue than enamel. They are susceptible to decay and are more sensitive to touch and to hot and cold. It’s common for people over age 50 to have tooth-root decay.   Decay around the edges, or a margin, of fillings is also co...

Like oxygen is to the body, exercise is to the diabetic’s healthy blood glucose levels. Working out in diabetes is even more necessary as it also helps you keep fit and active and improves overall health. It is, however, important to check your blood sugar levels before and after exercise to ensure optimum benefits of the workout. Studies have shown some discouraging figures pertaining to type 2 diabetes and exercise but with increasing  awareness  this is being eliminated and people are proactively opting for it. Let us take a look at some highly recommended exercises for diabetes which can be incorporated  in  their daily routine. While it may seem easier for  large number of diabetics, walking has much greater benefits than one can imagine. Brisk walking at a pace similar to aerobic exercise at least three days of the week is prescribed by experts for ideal diabetes management. For fitness and simultaneous stress reduction among diabetics, tai chi is highly b...

Herbal supplements for diabetes has been a part of traditional medicine for thousands of years. The natural herbs focus on lowering blood sugar and reducing the damaging effects of the disease. Sugar Knocker is natural herbal supplement based on ancient Ayurvedic Treatment for Diabetes that has helped many to manage their diabetes. Sugar Knocker is a combination of eleven herbal extracts and minerals that have been used for many years in traditional Indian Ayurvedic medicine. Sugar Knocker is clinically tested under supervision renowned Ayurvedic physician Dr.Seetharam Prasad MD in Kayachikitsa at his clinic. You can hear him by clicking on expert advise. Sugar knocker Sugar Knocker goes along with your prescription drugs without any interaction. So you can try Sugar Knocker – Ayurvedic Treatment for Diabetes without changing your regular medicine that you are taking. Herbs that are used in Sugar Knocker are generally regarded as safe for human consumption and as such, they do not have...

Obesity is a perennial issue that is affecting people of all age groups. A study published in the ‘Journal of Obesity’ reveals the benefits of eating almonds for weight loss. People who try to cut down on their food intake, search for snack alternatives other than nuts because of their high fat and calorie content. Almonds, being an exception, are a great source of heart healthy monounsaturated fatty acids.  Studies conducted by a group of researchers show that almonds being dense in nutrients can help in weight loss. Oleic acid is the primary monounsaturated fat in almonds and it has been associated with a reduction in unhealthy LDL cholesterol levels and a lower risk of heart disease. Almonds also contain good levels of minerals such as manganese, copper and magnesium as well as B vitamins like riboflavin, niacin and biotin. These nutrients are integral to the cellular processes that activate energy production within the body. Anything that helps you to feel more active and energ...

Hypertension  is basically a symptomless condition. This factor makes it quite dangerous to rely only on the symptomatic diagnosis of high blood pressure. Hypertension could go unnoticed for years and may cause stroke, heart failure, kidney failure or blindness. You should always get your blood pressure monitored and maintain a record to assess if you have hypertension. A blood pressure reading of 120/80 mm Hg or more is taken as normal. If you think frequent headaches, anxiety, shortness of breath or feeling dizzy are common symptoms of high blood pressure or hypertension, then you are wrong. Pre hypertension             120-139/80-89 mm Hg Hypertension (stage 1)  140-159/90-99 mm Hg Hypertension (stage 2)  160 or more/100 or more mm Hg When you think of hypertension, you visualize older people afflicted with it. But you would be surprised to know that youngsters in the age group of 16-34 years form one-third of the hypertensive populat...