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Wednesday, July 22, 2015

[AlternativeAnswers] Alternative Answers for Managing Your Diabetes

 

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Alternative Answers for Managing Your Diabetes

Body awareness is very important in managing diabetes. See you doctor regularly. Signs and symptoms can arise that may seem completely unrelated, when in fact they could be. Do not allow your pride or ego to get in the way of your physical health.

1. Proper eye care should be maintained. If any changes in vision, sudden loss, dizziness, blurring or pain in or around the eyes occur, see your doctor right away. Retinopathy, eye infections and blindness are more common in diabetics. Eye Exam: Dilated eye exam - yearly.

2. Thyroid problems are more common with diabetes. Tell you doctor if swelling or pain around the neck or throat occur.

3. Lung infections, pneumonia and influenza are more common in diabetics. If you are a smoker, quit now!

4. Heart disease is a major cause of death in diabetics. Tell your doctor if you are experiencing weakness, shortness of breath, swelling, dizziness, palpitations, or other sensations in the chest. Blood pressure: each regular diabetes visit.

5. Bladder infections and other bladder issues can be due to complications from diabetes. Urine Test: Microalbumin measurement - yearly (based on the HEDIS Diabetes Criteria).

6. Kidney failure is the lead cause of death among diabetics. Nephropathy is caused by blood vessel damage, which disrupts the kidney's filtering system. Ask your doctor what you can do to reduce the risk.

7. Foot care is most important. Exam you feet daily. Notify your doctor if you have ANY signs of tingling, sticking, sharp, stabbing or dull pain. Also if you have unexplained pain, spots or loss of normal sensation. Neuropathy or nerve damage is a particular trait of diabetes. Problems can often occur at the big toe. Foot ulcers, if left untreated, can infect the bone and lead to amputation. Foot Exam: Check feet at each regular diabetes visit Comprehensive foot exam - at least yearly (more often in patients with high risk foot conditions).

8. Loss of sexual function. High blood pressure, heart disease and issues of circulation can effect nerves. Damage can occur, which can inhibit orgasm. Infection, vaginal dryness in women or erectile dysfunction in men can all be complications from diabetes.

9. Peripheral nerve damage can occur anywhere, but particularly at the joints and extremities.

10. Take your readings as much as possible! Keep a watch on hemoglobin A1c and blood fats to see if eating more sweets leads these number on an unhealthy up swing. There are three distinctly different times of day to consider testing blood sugars. First thing in the morning, before meals, and after meal blood sugar numbers can each reveal a wealth of information to help solve the mystery of blood sugar numbers. Blood Test: A1c (glycosylated hemoglobin) At least 2 times a year if stable Quarterly, if treatment changes or you are not meeting your goals.

11.Keep your blood fats in target range such as total cholesterol, LDL, HDL and triglycerides.

12. Pay attention to good hygiene and skin care. Eat a proper balance of nutritionally low GI foods. Weight: Each regular diabetes visit.

Most people who have diabetes know they should be testing their blood sugar on a regular basis. However, many of them do not realize what the numbers mean and simply go through the motions of testing. Without realizing when to test and how important these numbers actually are.

First thing in the morning is known as a FASTING blood sugar. It should be taken soon after rising; before food, drink, exercise, or medications of any kind.

Normal is less than 100. Goal is 70 - 115

A before meal blood sugar is known as PREPRANDIAL. This means before lunch or before supper. At this point in your day, you've usually had something to eat and drink, you've usually had some activity or exercise, and you've probably taken some type of medications. All these things can effect your blood sugar numbers. This is different than a FASTING blood sugar test taken before breakfast, medications, or exercise.

Normal is less than 100. Goal is 100 - 120

An after meal blood sugar is known as POSTPRANDIAL and means after a meal. Timing is important on this reading because it should be taken 1 � hours to 2 hours after a meal.

Normal less than 140. Goal less than 160 




Andrew Pacholyk MS L.Ac
http://www.peacefulmind.com/diabetes.htm
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mind, body, spirit 

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Monday, July 20, 2015

[AlternativeAnswers] Take a Tour of Polyface Farm and support farm-to-consumer direct trade

 


This farm changing the dietary habits of millions! The Farm-to-Consumer Legal Defense Fund's annual fundraiser and 2nd Annual Food Freedom Fest is a great way to celebrate with like-minded folks who have improved their health through diet! We are excited that Robb Wolf, Dr. Kaayla Daniel, Diana Rodgers and John Moody are featured speakers at this year's event. Dates for the event are Friday, August 14-Saturday August 15.


We've made the ticket price super family friendly this year, because we want everyone to be there!


Please help us spread the word to your friends and family. This is a great way to get them started on the journey to better health.


Here is a link to the event page: 2015 Food Freedom Fest


Be a Hero! Tell your friends to use coupon code for a twenty dollar discount! Here's your discount code: "FOODIE20" for $20 off any of the three FFF ticket types (minus the Premium Night at Polyface but including the three-day discount pass).

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[AlternativeAnswers] Hand Points

 

Its worth a try. 

 

Diane

 

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It s All In The Palm Of Your Hand: Push These Points To Eliminate Your Pain

Here is a simple way to relieve pain without without stuffing yourself with chemical-loaded drugs.

Read the following instructions carefully and improve your condition:

  1. Locate the point on your thumb that is associated with the pain in your body. Press it for 5 seconds.
  2. Release the pressure for 3 seconds.
  3. Press again and repeat the same step for several minutes.
  4. Do this at least once a day and you will feel much better within a week.

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