Get help, advice and information on all your Health and Fitness issues. http://advice-and.info/Health-and-Fitness/disease.htm Mon, 04 Aug 2008 12:52:39 GMT en Without a doubt, there is nothing more painful than watching someone you love wither away from Alzheimers disease. Nothing is more upsetting than discovering that your parent doesnt recognize you anymore, and cant remember where he lives or even tell you the year. Lets face it, its scary to think that one day, your mind might degenerate and leave you mentally crippled for the rest of your life. But, can you prevent Alzheimers disease? Fortunately, the answer is yes. There are steps you can take to delay the onset of Alzheimers and ensure that you will maintain healthy mental functioning well into the later years of your life. http://advice-and.info/Health-and-Fitness/91381_Can_You_Prevent_Alzheimers_Disease_What_You_Need_To_Know.html Wed, 23 Jul 2008 17:25:48 GMT Lifestyle factors cause most incidents of heart disease and diseases in the blood circulation, either wholly or partially. Bad lifestyle can cause blood vessels to be narrowed, high blood pressure and inflammatory processes in the circulatory system. These changes will themselves decrease the general condition and tissue health, and can cause more dramatic events like blod clots, heart infarction or stroke. Here are some simple advices to avoid disease in the heart and blood vessels and to help regain good circulatory health if such disease already are present. - Do not smoke or use any other types of nicotine sources. Smoking is perhaps the most potent cause of circulatory problems. - Have some exercises at least every second day that make your heart work harder. Jogging, cycling, playing ball, swimming or other activities where you increase your energy consume are good for your blood circulation. The exercises should however be adjusted to your present health condition. - Get enough sleep eac h 24 hours. All the sleep does not however need to occur during night. You can for example take out some of your need for sleep as a siesta in the middle of the day. 7 hours sleep seems to be the ideal for optimal circulatory health. Much more sleep seems to be bad for your blood circulation. - Avoid a high amount of stress over a longer period. If there is something in your lifestyle or work that makes you stressed, you should make adjustments. Meditation is a good method to stress down. - Decrease the amount of fat in your diet. Do not add much oil, butter or other types of fat to your food. Do not consume much fast-food or ready made food that often contain great amount of added fat. -Avoid altogether chemically altered fat, so-called trans-fat. This type of fat is often found in margarine and is often added to many types of cookies. -Avoid great amounts of saturated fat, as found in fat milk, fat diary products, coconut products and butter. - Still you need some fat. The fat you mostly ne http://advice-and.info/Health-and-Fitness/90819_How_To_Prevent_Heart_And_Circulatory_Disease.html Tue, 15 Jul 2008 12:37:15 GMT The successful treatment and prevention of type 2 diabetes as well as strokes is directly linked to the way periodontal diseases are treated, this statement is in accordance with the American Diabetes Association. According to their research it has been proven that people who suffer from a periodontal disease and are susceptible to type 2 diabetes are more likely to develop a worsened glycemic control which basically puts them at a much higher risk of end-stage kidney disease which ultimately may lead to death. According to George Taylor, an associate professor at the University of Michigan schools of dentistry: early periodontal treatment can provide an increment in diabetes control which in turn leads to a reduction of the risks caused by diabetes complications, this statement is based on the fact that people who have good glycemic control have low risks of suffering from diabetes complications. A periodontal intervention is capable of significantly lowering the level of A1C which is used to represe nt a measure of long-term glucose control. Evidence which indicates that the severity of the periodontal disease is correlated with high levels of insulin resistance in patients, this conditions are often a precursor of type 2 diabetes and high levels off A1C -- said the director of clinical research at the Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine in New York. The problem with periodontal or gum disease is that it is painless and most of the people who suffer from it are completely unaware that their health is being severely affected by this condition. Come disease is also one of the major causes of tooth loss in adults. If a person suffers from a difficult to control Glycemia the physician will immediately inquire about the last time that the patient went to the dentist and whether periodontitis has been diagnosed as a treatment completed. According to the answer given by the dentist a new treatment can be formulated in order to control type 2 diabetes. If this form of diabetes can be very http://advice-and.info/Health-and-Fitness/90653_The_Relationship_Between_Gum_Disease_And_Type_2_Diabetes.html Wed, 23 Jul 2008 20:43:08 GMT Whenever a person is in a bad shape, there is a tendency for them to change or fix their diet list. This is because a person thinks that he or she can get cured if the diet is modified in such a way that would meet only the body's nutritional requirements. Such is true with a person experiencing the ordeals of Crohn's disease. One tends to follow a good colitis diet until he or she recovers from the disease. After the illness period, it is usually up to the person's own discretion of whether or not to continue with the planned diet. Below are some diet tips on what and what not to eat during and after the illness period. It will help you know which items are safe for you and your tummy in the event of Crohn's disease. Crohn's Disease Diet During Flare Up When you have crohn's disease, the illness usually lasts for a lifetime because of its genetic background. Because the mechanism of the body itself is wrong, the manifestation of colitis will never go away. However, there are only certain times when the illness is present; it may happen every few months, every few years, or depending on the aggravating factors that set off the disease. There would come a time when Crohn's disease becomes so severe that it bothers you even in your sleep. More over, it causes inconveniences in your eating pattern because you have to be picky with food items that you can ingest. Whenever there is a flare up of the illness, you need to follow a certain Crohn's disease diet to help your bowels heal on the inside. During the break out period, you need to lessen food groups that have fiber content. This is because fiber enriched foods irritate the stomach by causing more digestion or movement inside. Since you are already experiencing a loose bowel movement, it will be aggravated all the more by fiber foods. So during the flare up period, you need to follow a Crohn's disease diet that will not stimulate your bowels. Crohn's Disease Diet In The Resting Stage A particular Crohn's disease diet should be followed wheneve http://advice-and.info/Health-and-Fitness/89151_A_Guide_To_Crohns_Disease_Diet.html Wed, 25 Jun 2008 18:26:40 GMT If you have Crohn's disease and you are a bit miserable because of food hindrances, then worry no more because there can be an ulcerative colitis diet that would not hurt your tummy but would definitely make your mouth water. If you are thinking that you cannot enjoy food anymore, then dismiss those thoughts because some of the most delicious recipes are available for a favorable treat. Below are some of the yummiest and scrumptious Crohn's disease recipes which you will surely enjoy. Crohn's Disease Recipes: Specific Carbs Diet The specific carbohydrate diet was developed to make you avoid the carbs, which are not good for someone with colitis. The Crohn's disease recipes for specific carbohydrate meals basically inform you that some food elements are not allowed. Lactose, sugar and grains are among the prohibited products in this type of diet. For most people, this is the hardest diet to follow since most food products contain all three elements, which are proscribed. However, if you are strict enoug h in complying with the recommended Crohn's disease recipes, then positive outcomes can be expected. Crohn's Disease Recipes: Banana Cake One of the best Crohn's disease recipes is the banana cake. Of course, all the ingredients to be used should be lactose free. Finding such products are quite easy to do these days because several food companies have made variations to attend to those people who cannot tolerate some food items. If you love baking, you can try the banana cake and enjoy this delicious piece of recipe. Crohn's Disease Recipes: The Ice Cream Most people think that one of the crohn's disease recipes that should not be allowed is ice cream. Contrary to that fact, many colitis patients can now enjoy ice cream because of a special type of recipe which only uses food products that are allowed for Crohn's disease patients. However, you need to have some kitchen gadgets to make your ice cream. Although the ingredients themselves are not hard to find, the kitchen items needed to make ice cr http://advice-and.info/Health-and-Fitness/89067_Sample_Of_Crohns_Disease_Recipes.html Tue, 24 Jun 2008 04:16:22 GMT Cardiovascular disease or heart disease is one of the most prevalent health disorders affecting millions of people across the world. The American Heart Association categorizes the risks associated with it on the basis of its curable and incurable stages. Amongst the major risk factors that cannot really be cured include: <li><b>Increasing age<b>- Research suggests that people aging more than 65 years are prone to heart diseases. In fact, around 80 of the people belonging to this age group succumb to fatal cardiovascular diseases.<li> <li><b>Heredity<b>- A report issued by the American Heart Association claims that children whose parents have been diagnosed with any heart disease are at a greater risk of acquiring it at a later stage of their lives.<li> <li><b>Gender<b>- Heart disease is largely associated with the male ge nder. However, if reports are to be believed, around 250,000 women die annually on account of cardiovascular diseases. Most women acquire this fatal disease post menopause.<li> Some of the major cardiovascular risk factors that can be cured are: <li><b>Increased blood cholesterol levels<b><li> <li><b>High blood pressure<b><li> <li><b>Cigarette smoking<b><li> <li><b>Inactive lifestyle<b><li> <li><b>Obesity<b><li> <li><b>Diabetes<b><li> <li><b>Excessive Stress<b><li> Besides some of the unavoidable risk http://advice-and.info/Health-and-Fitness/83757_Heart_Disease_Risk_Factors_-_A_Guide.html Mon, 31 Mar 2008 18:23:42 GMT The term coronary heart disease covers a group of clinical syndromes arising particularly fromfailure of the coronary arteries to supply sufficient blood to the heart. They include anginapeactoris, coronary thrombosis or heart attack and sudden death without infarction.There has been a marked increase in the incidence of heart disease in recent years. Heartattacks have become the number one killer in Western countries. They rank third in India, aftertuberculosis and infections. The disease affects people of all ages and both sexes, although it ismore common in men than in women, especially among those aged 40-60 years.The heart, the most vital organ in the body, is a muscle about the size of a clenched fist. It startsworking even before birth inside the womb. Weighing less than 350 grms, it pumps about 4,300gallons of blood per day through the body and supplies oxygen and nourishment to all theorgans. It beats 1,00,000 times a day, continuously pumping the blood throug h more than60,000 miles of tiny blood vessels. The heart, in turn, needs blood for its nourishment which issupplied by coronary arteries Coronary arteries are so called because they are arranged ratherlike a crown or carona. In case of strain, etc., the heart needs more blood and the arteries, undernormal conditions, adjust themselves to the increased flow.In the event of narrowing or hardening of the arteries on account of their getting plugged withfatty substances, the flow of blood is restricted. The heart then does not get sufficient oxygen.This condition is known as ischaemia of the heart or angina pectoris. In this condition , exerciseor excitement provokes severe chest pain and so it limits the patients physical activity. It servesas a warning to slow down and prompt preventive measures will prevent a heart attack.If the narrowed arteries get blocked due to a clot or thrombus inside them, causing death of thatportion of the heart which depends upon the chok http://advice-and.info/Health-and-Fitness/79555_Coronary_Heart_Disease.html Sun, 09 Mar 2008 03:48:44 GMT Today, I am going to tell you how to lower your heart disease risk using a comprehensive dietary and lifestyle approach. > Dietary Recommendations http://advice-and.info/Health-and-Fitness/78210_Lower_Your_Risk_Of_Heart_Disease_Without_Drugs.html Fri, 15 Feb 2008 11:53:44 GMT As you may recall from high school health class, the heart is one of the strongest muscles in the human body. In addition, it is divided in two halves, named the atrium and the ventricle chambers. Between the two chambers are a set of valves that ensure that the blood only flows in one direction. Occasionally, these valves can be damaged and the individual could suffer from some sort of heart valve disease. If left unchecked, heart valve disease can lead to heart failure or even death. Signs and Symptoms of Heart Valve Disease http://advice-and.info/Health-and-Fitness/76185_The_Causes_And_Symptoms_Of_Heart_Valve_Disease.html Thu, 31 Jan 2008 19:40:05 GMT Coronary heart disease afflicts millions of people in the United States and in other western countries. This deadly disease is on the rise, especially among women. In fact, each year in the United States, heart disease kills around 366,000 women, making it the leading cause of death for women. Men and women are both equally at risk from coronary heart disease. The major causes of coronary heart disease are unhealthy diet, stress, and a sedentary lifestyle. When you eat too many fatty foods and dont get enough exercise, the arteries in your heart begin to clog with fatty deposits. Over time, these deposits can lead to major restriction of heart arteries, which leads to heart attacks. Learning how to prevent heart disease now can go a long way in preventing this from happening to you. http://advice-and.info/Health-and-Fitness/76181_Prevent_Heart_Disease_7_Ways_To_Prevent_Heart_Disease_Naturally.html Thu, 31 Jan 2008 19:40:52 GMT Parkinsons disease results from damage to the nerves in the area of the brain that is responsible for controlling muscle tension and movement the basal ganglia. The damaged cells are the ones needed to produce the neurotransmitter called dopamine. The disease usually begins as a slight tremor of one hand, arm, or leg. In the early stages the tremors are more apparent while the person is at rest, such as while sitting or standing, and are less noticeable when the hand or limb is being used. A typical symptom of Parkinsons disease is pill rolling, in which the person appears to be rolling a pill back and forth between the fingers. As the disease progresses, symptoms often get worse. The tremors and weakness affect the limbs on both sides of the body. The hands and the head may shake continuously. The person may walk with stiff, shuffling steps. In many cases, the disease causes a permanent rigid stooped posture and an unblinking, fixed expression. There is no cure for Parkinsons, but symptoms are often improved by drug therapy. The most popular drug used is Sinemet, which contains two key ingredients: levodopa and carbidopa. Levodopa, or L-dopa, is the middle step in the conversion of the amino acid tyrosine into dopamine. L-dopa, but not dopamine, crosses the blood-brain barrier. Carbidopa is a drug that works by ensuring that more L-dopa is converted to dopamine within the brain, where it is needed, and not within the other tissues of the body. Other drugs used include Eldepryl, bromocriptine, and amantadine. Certain medications can also help control tremors. http://advice-and.info/Health-and-Fitness/74142_Top_Tips_To_Treat_And_Prevent_Parkinson_Disease.html Fri, 11 Jan 2008 23:29:38 GMT