An apple a day keeps the doctor away. Sure, we don't want to get sick and need a doctor. But that doesn't mean you shouldn't see your doctor regularly. Along with that apple, you should be including routine physical examinations as a part of your overall health care. Doctors are not the enemy. They are often your first defense against diseases and conditions like diabetes Type 2.
Fat is vital to the body. It acts as a cushion for your organs and your bones. The body takes a lot of jostling especially when we are young and bouncing around a lot. Without fat, we'd be injured each time we took a tumble. As we age, we need the same cushioning to prevent injury to our somewhat more fragile bones and joints.
Fat is also used in cell membranes. Lipids are fats that have a hydrophobic end (water hating) and a hydrophilic end (water loving). Substances encased in a fatty layer for transport can enter the cell. Without fats, the body would lack a lot of what it needs to function and maintain its structure on the cellular level.
Use the food pyramid. Check out MyPyramid.gov to take a look at the new and improved food pyramid. It goes step-by-step through the different types of food groups: carbohydrates, fruits, vegetables, fats and oils, sweets, and protein. A balanced diet is what your body needs to function at its best. You'll feel and look better with a properly balanced diet.
When the blood work comes back from the lab, your doctor may ask you to come back in to review the results. The blood work will show your cholesterol numbers. One of the risk factors for diabetes Type 2 is high cholesterol. The doctor will discuss your numbers and if necessary suggest options for reducing your bad cholesterol which will include diet, exercise, and possibly medication.
Learn about the glycemic index. The glycemic index is a way of rating carbohydrates according to how much they spike your blood sugar compared with pure glucose. Any carb that is rated 50 or below is considered "low GI" (glycemic index). Be careful of making assumptions here. Not all good "complex carbs" are "low GI." For instance, white potatoes are complex carbs but they have a "high GI."
You must do two things to get rid of belly fat: diet and exercise. Diet: Remove the excess fats from your daily eating plan. Opt instead for foods that have less unhealthy fats and more of the kinds that the body needs like olive oil, nuts, and lean meats. Reduce fried food and make use of baking and steaming. Toss the empty calories and opt for nutrient rich foods that are low in calories, like vegetables, fresh whole fruit, oatmeal, brown rice, whole grains, and dried beans and peas.
Nutritionist: If you want to eat better but don't know where to begin, a nutritionist can help. Some insurance plans allow for visits to these professionals. Gain the knowledge you need to improve your health.
Have you been to the doctor lately? If not, this is your wake up call. Don't sit and worry about diabetes; get proactive by getting a physical exam. Decide today to protect your life and change your lifestyle - with your doctor's help.
Fat is vital to the body. It acts as a cushion for your organs and your bones. The body takes a lot of jostling especially when we are young and bouncing around a lot. Without fat, we'd be injured each time we took a tumble. As we age, we need the same cushioning to prevent injury to our somewhat more fragile bones and joints.
Fat is also used in cell membranes. Lipids are fats that have a hydrophobic end (water hating) and a hydrophilic end (water loving). Substances encased in a fatty layer for transport can enter the cell. Without fats, the body would lack a lot of what it needs to function and maintain its structure on the cellular level.
Use the food pyramid. Check out MyPyramid.gov to take a look at the new and improved food pyramid. It goes step-by-step through the different types of food groups: carbohydrates, fruits, vegetables, fats and oils, sweets, and protein. A balanced diet is what your body needs to function at its best. You'll feel and look better with a properly balanced diet.
When the blood work comes back from the lab, your doctor may ask you to come back in to review the results. The blood work will show your cholesterol numbers. One of the risk factors for diabetes Type 2 is high cholesterol. The doctor will discuss your numbers and if necessary suggest options for reducing your bad cholesterol which will include diet, exercise, and possibly medication.
Learn about the glycemic index. The glycemic index is a way of rating carbohydrates according to how much they spike your blood sugar compared with pure glucose. Any carb that is rated 50 or below is considered "low GI" (glycemic index). Be careful of making assumptions here. Not all good "complex carbs" are "low GI." For instance, white potatoes are complex carbs but they have a "high GI."
You must do two things to get rid of belly fat: diet and exercise. Diet: Remove the excess fats from your daily eating plan. Opt instead for foods that have less unhealthy fats and more of the kinds that the body needs like olive oil, nuts, and lean meats. Reduce fried food and make use of baking and steaming. Toss the empty calories and opt for nutrient rich foods that are low in calories, like vegetables, fresh whole fruit, oatmeal, brown rice, whole grains, and dried beans and peas.
Nutritionist: If you want to eat better but don't know where to begin, a nutritionist can help. Some insurance plans allow for visits to these professionals. Gain the knowledge you need to improve your health.
Have you been to the doctor lately? If not, this is your wake up call. Don't sit and worry about diabetes; get proactive by getting a physical exam. Decide today to protect your life and change your lifestyle - with your doctor's help.
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