High Blood Sugar Increases Death Risk for Non-Diabetics, Too.
High Blood Sugar Increases Death Risk for Non-Diabetics, Too. by Jonni GoodFor years high blood sugar has been a known risk factor for people with diabetes. A test called hemoglobin 1c (HbA1c) measures the average blood sugar levels over the past three months. A high HbA1c level increases a diabetic's risk for blindness, kidney disease and nerve damage. It also increases the risk of heart disease, which accounts for 80% of deaths in people with diabetes.A new study from the University of...
Adjustable Beds May Improve Sleep Apnea Symptoms
Getting a diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea scares a lot of people. They wonder how they will ever sleep with peace of mind, but getting good sleep isn't as hard as you think. There are many things you can do to improve your sleep.
One tip doctors give patients is to raise the head of the bed to help prevent the tongue from falling back and blocking the airway. An adjustable bed helps sleep apnea sufferers get quality sleep by readjusting the airway naturally.
In obstructive sleep apnea,...
Are Your Really an Emotional Eater? Try this Experiment and Find Out
Are Your Really an Emotional Eater? Try this Experiment and Find Out by Jonni GoodSeveral weeks ago I discovered the Rosedale Diet. The author claims his program will "turn off your hunger switch." Even more importantly (in my opinion) is the claim that the plan will also curb sugar cravings by addressing the modern problem of leptin insensitivity. This is done by increasing Omega 3 fats, and limiting protein and highly refined carbs.Naturally, if I recommend a diet, I have to try it out on...
Change in Diet May Cause a Change in Your Sense of Time
Change in Diet May Cause a Change in Your Sense of Time by Jonni GoodI know this sounds a bit crazy, but I've never before heard anyone mention this particular benefit of giving up sugar and other refined carbs: My sense of time has changed.I was sitting at my desk this afternoon, working hard on a letter I was writing to one of our clients, and I realized with a start that it was time to go home. In the past, when I regularly snacked on sweet and salty treats, I was never surprized by the...
Do You Wake Up at 2 am? Is it Depression? Or is it...?
Do You Wake Up at 2 am? Is it Depression? Or is it...? by Jonni GoodDo You Wake Up at 2 am? Is it Depression? Or is it...?Has this happened to you? You go to sleep easily, but 2 amcomes around and your eyes pop open. You're totally awake,but you know you need more sleep. You look at the clock andgroan - you have to be up at 5 am to get ready for work, andyou know you'll be groggy, irritable, and fuzzy-brained ifyou can't get back to sleep.Your mind searches for the reason why you can't...
Do Your Genes Make You Fat?
? Heredity has always been suspected of playing a role in weight gain. When weight studies were performed among families, they showed a suspicious trend of obesity, especially during middle age. About a decade ago, a gene was discovered that plays an important part in regulating weight.
The good news is that even though a gene may be responsible for excess weight gain, it can be controlled and even overridden by proper nutrition.
Extensive studies have all but proven that obesity is a...
Help for Sugar Cravings
Help for Sugar Cravings
by: Jonni Good
Many people have asked me what foods they should eat in order to cut down on the sugar cravings. And in the past I've always had to say "I don't know."
Now, maybe I can actually offer something more hopeful.
Kicking a sugar habit is no easy chore, especially since we're surrounded by the stuff. Almost every packaged food or convenience product is made from sugar, (or white flour, which is about the same thing).
We struggle to overcome the initial...
How Your Family's Home Page Can Pay for Itself
How Your Family's Home Page Can Pay for Itself by Jonni GoodYou don't have to be a "marketing guru" to make some extra bucks with your website.My dad recently retired after many years working in the concrete industry. He suddenly had extra time on his hands, so he started doing some fun things with concrete. One of his most successful projects is the unique concrete leaves that he molds from real rhubarb leaves.He gives his leaves away to grateful friends and family, even though leaves just...
Tips for Dining Out After Gastric Bypass Surgery
Gastric Bypass surgery drastically changes your eating habits, but most people are able to adapt quite well at home. Family members and friends are very supportive and proud of you for your efforts to become healthy.
Unfortunately, eating out can sometimes be challenging. From hidden ingredients to portion size, there is no lack of challenges that face the gastric bypass diner.
Finer restaurants tend to offer healthier foods and smaller portions. They also are more expensive. And they may...
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