Exercise and Type I Diabetes
06/12/10 09:53
All levels of physical activity, including leisure activities, recreational sports, and competitive professional performance, can be performed by people with type 1 diabetes who do not have complications and are in good blood glucose control.
The ability to adjust the therapeutic regimen (insulin and medical nutrition therapy) to allow safe participation and high performance has recently been recognized as an important management strategy in these individuals. In particular, the important role played by the patient in collecting self-monitored blood glucose data of the response to physical activity and then using these data to improve performance and enhance safety is now fully accepted.
Hypoglycemia, which can occur during, immediately after, or many hours after physical activity, can be avoided. This requires that the patient has both an adequate knowledge of the metabolic and hormonal responses to physical activity and well-tuned self-management skills. The increasing use of intensive insulin therapy has provided patients with the flexibility to make appropriate insulin dose adjustments for various activities. The rigid recommendation to use carbohydrate supplementation, calculated from the planned intensity and duration of physical activity, without regard to glycemic level at the start of physical activity, the previously measured metabolic response to physical activity, and the patient’s insulin therapy, is no longer appropriate. Such an approach not infrequently neutralizes the beneficial glycemic lowering effects of physical activity in patients with type 1 diabetes.
For more information and original article: http://care.diabetesjournals.org/content/26/suppl_1/s73.full
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Fish Oil's Health Benefits
22/11/10 08:49
When many people think of fish oil, their reaction is usually along the lines of pure disgust. Fish oil comes in two forms; a liquid and a capsule. A lot of people prefer capsules because it is odorless and tasteless.
Here are some of the major health benefits fish oil has to offer:
Heart Disease
Weight Loss
Blood Circulation
Immunity
Inflammation
Depression and Anxiety
Arthritis
Alzheimer’s
Cancer
Diabetes
Here are some of the major health benefits fish oil has to offer:
Heart Disease
Weight Loss
Blood Circulation
Immunity
Inflammation
Depression and Anxiety
Arthritis
Alzheimer’s
Cancer
Diabetes
Foods High in Omega- 3 Fatty Acids
20/11/10 10:01
If you learned that eating certain foods could stave off depression, diabetes, and even joint pain would you listen? Well, it’s true. Studies have shown that incorporating more foods with omega-3 fatty acids into your diet could help relieve many of the most common medical conditions including depression, type 2 diabetes, fatigue, cardiovascular disease, and joint pain. Here is a list of the best foods with the highest omega-3 fatty acids:
1.) Flaxseeds
2.) Walnuts
3.) Salmon
4.) Cloves
5.) Oregano (dried)
6.) Cauliflower (boiled)
7.) Sardines
8.) Cabbage
9.) Broccoli
10.) Squash
For more information and original article: http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=nutrient&dbid=84
1.) Flaxseeds
2.) Walnuts
3.) Salmon
4.) Cloves
5.) Oregano (dried)
6.) Cauliflower (boiled)
7.) Sardines
8.) Cabbage
9.) Broccoli
10.) Squash
For more information and original article: http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=nutrient&dbid=84
Beat Type II Diabetes With Physical Therapy
01/11/10 17:47
November is American Diabetes month. Although you may not think "physical therapy" if you have diabetes, the American Physical Therapy Association has stated that a safe, individualized exercise program may be the key in preventing type 2 diabetes for those at high risk for the disease.
Nearly 24 million children and adults in the United States have diabetes.
The American Diabetes Association estimates that the total national cost of diagnosed diabetes in the United States is $174 billion. The cost of caring for someone with diabetes is $1 out of every $5 in total healthcare costs.
Did you know that exercise has a positive effect on diabetes? A combination of aerobic exercise and resistance training to overload the muscles has been shown to help people with diabetes. As your physical therapy providers, we can tell you this is GREAT NEWS because we can help you control type 2 diabetes.
It gets even better. Type 2 diabetes is largely preventable. About 9 in 10 cases could be avoided by taking some simple steps:
1. Keep your weight under control
2. Exercise more
3. Eat a healthy diet and
4. Stop smoking
This is EXACTLY Where We Come In...
In a recent National Institutes of Health (NIH) study, physical therapists have contributed to the finding that lifestyle interventions have a big role in preventing diabetes by helping people develop safe exercise programs.
Your best bet for preventing the onset of diabetes is to remain physically fit and maintain an ideal body weight. Overweight or obese individuals must follow an appropriate exercise program that includes aerobic conditioning.
Your physical therapist can design a low-impact form of weight training by using low-weight, high-repetition exercise bands. This type of exercise helps to avoid excessive joint stress. Modified yoga stretches and Tai Chi are also great forms of exercise to promote flexibility and help with relaxation.
As people who are overweight begin to lose weight and gain fitness, they also need to increase the intensity of their exercise.
Physical therapists are extensively trained in balancing the progression of the exercise prescription with the need for joint protection and safety during exercise. This approach helps people to continue to pursue and enjoy their exercise programs and become lifelong advocates of exercise, supporting the maintenance of a healthy body weight.
What's Weight Got To Do With It...
If you are overweight, you may be at high risk for physical injury due to impaired strength and flexibility.
It's CRITICAL that you work with experts in motion who can help design a safe and comprehensive exercise plan to meet your individual needs.
As your physical therapists, we understand the difficulties you face and we monitor your progress during specific, appropriate exercise programs. This can be the difference between success and failure.
Give us a call today to get yourself, or a loved one started on the road to a healthier you. If you or someone you know is at risk for developing type 2 diabetes, consult your physical therapist for a safe, appropriate exercise plan to help reduce that risk.
*Content from Distinctive Home Physical Therapy newsletter
Nearly 24 million children and adults in the United States have diabetes.
The American Diabetes Association estimates that the total national cost of diagnosed diabetes in the United States is $174 billion. The cost of caring for someone with diabetes is $1 out of every $5 in total healthcare costs.
Did you know that exercise has a positive effect on diabetes? A combination of aerobic exercise and resistance training to overload the muscles has been shown to help people with diabetes. As your physical therapy providers, we can tell you this is GREAT NEWS because we can help you control type 2 diabetes.
It gets even better. Type 2 diabetes is largely preventable. About 9 in 10 cases could be avoided by taking some simple steps:
1. Keep your weight under control
2. Exercise more
3. Eat a healthy diet and
4. Stop smoking
This is EXACTLY Where We Come In...
In a recent National Institutes of Health (NIH) study, physical therapists have contributed to the finding that lifestyle interventions have a big role in preventing diabetes by helping people develop safe exercise programs.
Your best bet for preventing the onset of diabetes is to remain physically fit and maintain an ideal body weight. Overweight or obese individuals must follow an appropriate exercise program that includes aerobic conditioning.
Your physical therapist can design a low-impact form of weight training by using low-weight, high-repetition exercise bands. This type of exercise helps to avoid excessive joint stress. Modified yoga stretches and Tai Chi are also great forms of exercise to promote flexibility and help with relaxation.
As people who are overweight begin to lose weight and gain fitness, they also need to increase the intensity of their exercise.
Physical therapists are extensively trained in balancing the progression of the exercise prescription with the need for joint protection and safety during exercise. This approach helps people to continue to pursue and enjoy their exercise programs and become lifelong advocates of exercise, supporting the maintenance of a healthy body weight.
What's Weight Got To Do With It...
If you are overweight, you may be at high risk for physical injury due to impaired strength and flexibility.
It's CRITICAL that you work with experts in motion who can help design a safe and comprehensive exercise plan to meet your individual needs.
As your physical therapists, we understand the difficulties you face and we monitor your progress during specific, appropriate exercise programs. This can be the difference between success and failure.
Give us a call today to get yourself, or a loved one started on the road to a healthier you. If you or someone you know is at risk for developing type 2 diabetes, consult your physical therapist for a safe, appropriate exercise plan to help reduce that risk.
*Content from Distinctive Home Physical Therapy newsletter
Low Sugar Recipe: Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Walnut Bread
31/10/10 15:11
In honor of Halloween, here is a delicious low sugar, healthy pumpkin recipe.
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Walnut Bread
Serves 16/Prep time: 15 mins.
What you’ll need:
-Cooking spray
- 1/4 cup Splenda Brown Sugar Blend
- 1 (15-oz) can pumpkin
- 1/3 cup low-fat buttermilk
- 1/4 cup canola oil
- 3 egg whites
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1/4 cup Splenda Sugar Blend for Baking
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 cup old fashioned rolled oats
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/3 cup + 1 tbsp chocolate chips (reserve 1 tbsp)
2 tbsp chopped walnuts
Cooking Methods:
1. Preheat oven to 350/175 C. Lightly spray 8 x 4-inch loaf pan with cooking spray.
2. In a medium bowl, combine Splenda Brown Sugar Blend, pumpkin, buttermilk, oil, egg whites, and vanilla. Mix well and set aside.
3. In a large bowl, combine Splenda Sugar Blend for Baking, flour, oats, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
4. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients all at once. Mix well. Add 1/3 cup chocolate chips.
5. Pour batter into loaf pan. Top with 1 tbsp chocolate chips and walnuts.
6. Bake 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into center comes out clean.
*Original article from:
http://www.lowsugar-recipes.com/dessert-recipes/pumpkin-chocolate-chip-walnut-bread.php
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Walnut Bread
Serves 16/Prep time: 15 mins.
What you’ll need:
-Cooking spray
- 1/4 cup Splenda Brown Sugar Blend
- 1 (15-oz) can pumpkin
- 1/3 cup low-fat buttermilk
- 1/4 cup canola oil
- 3 egg whites
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1/4 cup Splenda Sugar Blend for Baking
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 cup old fashioned rolled oats
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/3 cup + 1 tbsp chocolate chips (reserve 1 tbsp)
2 tbsp chopped walnuts
Cooking Methods:
1. Preheat oven to 350/175 C. Lightly spray 8 x 4-inch loaf pan with cooking spray.
2. In a medium bowl, combine Splenda Brown Sugar Blend, pumpkin, buttermilk, oil, egg whites, and vanilla. Mix well and set aside.
3. In a large bowl, combine Splenda Sugar Blend for Baking, flour, oats, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
4. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients all at once. Mix well. Add 1/3 cup chocolate chips.
5. Pour batter into loaf pan. Top with 1 tbsp chocolate chips and walnuts.
6. Bake 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into center comes out clean.
*Original article from:
http://www.lowsugar-recipes.com/dessert-recipes/pumpkin-chocolate-chip-walnut-bread.php
Diabetes: What to look for and how Physical Therapy can help
04/11/09 06:18
It's got a lot to do with sugar, but there is nothing sweet about it.
Diabetes is a serious disease that leads to potentially life-threatening complications such as heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, blindness, and amputation. It is a silent, progressive illness that sneaks up on individuals over the years, and is a leading cause of death across the world.
Chances are that someone you know and love is suffering from diabetes.
It's time to take massive action to combat diabetes. It is our responsibility to take a bold, preventive approach. In recent years, the American Diabetes Association reports that:
There are 2 main types of diabetes.
Diabetes warning signs:
Since the symptoms of diabetes are not obvious, the disease can go unnoticed for many years. The early detection of diabetes and its treatment can decrease the chance of developing the complications of diabetes.
Some symptoms include:
Consult your physician if you suspect signs of diabetes. Prevention is better than cure. We can also help you control blood sugar levels and design a preventive program with a combination of exercise and lifestyle management. Don't take this lightly - a program like this can literally add several years to your lifespan, particularly if you are likely to, or already have diabetes.
According to Diabetes Australia, "Regular exercise is an important part of your diabetes management. If you are on insulin, it will help your insulin to work more efficiently and assist with your blood glucose control."
Treatment of Diabetes is a combination of diet and exercise:
Exercise can help:
Here are the top 10 benefits of being active:
Distinctive Home Physical Therapy: Elderly Physical Therapy serving Nassau and Suffolk Long Island, and Queens NY
Diabetes is a serious disease that leads to potentially life-threatening complications such as heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, blindness, and amputation. It is a silent, progressive illness that sneaks up on individuals over the years, and is a leading cause of death across the world.
Chances are that someone you know and love is suffering from diabetes.
It's time to take massive action to combat diabetes. It is our responsibility to take a bold, preventive approach. In recent years, the American Diabetes Association reports that:
- 24 million children and adults in the United States live with diabetes
- 57 million Americans are at risk for type 2 diabetes
- 1 out of every 3 children born today will face a future with diabetes if current trends continue.
There are 2 main types of diabetes.
- Type 1: Results from the body's failure to produce insulin, the hormone that allows the body to breakdown and use sugar as energy. About 5-10% of Americans with diabetes have type 1 diabetes.
- Type 2: Results from insulin resistance (where the body does not produce enough insulin or the cells ignore the insulin. Most individuals with diabetes fall in this category. This is often associated with lack of exercise, obesity and a high carbohydrate diet.
Diabetes warning signs:
Since the symptoms of diabetes are not obvious, the disease can go unnoticed for many years. The early detection of diabetes and its treatment can decrease the chance of developing the complications of diabetes.
Some symptoms include:
- Frequent urination
- Excessive thirst
- Extreme hunger
- Unusual weight loss
- Increased fatigue
- Irritability
- Blurry vision
Consult your physician if you suspect signs of diabetes. Prevention is better than cure. We can also help you control blood sugar levels and design a preventive program with a combination of exercise and lifestyle management. Don't take this lightly - a program like this can literally add several years to your lifespan, particularly if you are likely to, or already have diabetes.
According to Diabetes Australia, "Regular exercise is an important part of your diabetes management. If you are on insulin, it will help your insulin to work more efficiently and assist with your blood glucose control."
Treatment of Diabetes is a combination of diet and exercise:
- Diet: a well-balanced diet that is high in fiber, low in saturated fat, and low in concentrated sweets with a consistent number of calories will help control blood sugar (calorie control and treatment of obesity is critical in the battle against diabetes).
- Exercise: Regular exercise can help reduce the risk of developing diabetes and improving blood sugar control in people with diabetes. It can also reduce the risk of developing associated complications such as heart disease, stroke, kidney failure, blindness, skin disorders, neuropathy/nerve damage, depression, foot problems and leg ulcers. Consult us, your primary health care providers before beginning an exercise program.
Exercise can help:
Here are the top 10 benefits of being active:
- Improve glucose levels (especially for those with type-2 diabetes)
- Decrease use of diabetes medications, by lowering your blood glucose
- Reduce body fat
- Improve cardiovascular system (have a healthier heart)
- Promote stress reduction
- Increase your strength and ability to move
- Improve balance and decrease fall risk
- Reduce blood pressure
- Improve carbohydrate metabolism and lose weight (which helps your blood glucose levels)
- Improve well-being and diabetes control
Distinctive Home Physical Therapy: Elderly Physical Therapy serving Nassau and Suffolk Long Island, and Queens NY