#miracle cure for diabetes

[chubbychiquita]

Any thoughts on the Ozempic weight loss discourse? Seems like it might be a "cure" for obesity, although obviously there have been previous Miracle Drugs that amounted to nothing. If anything, it might make being a feedist even more deviant if the US obesity rate actually meaningfully declines from this

cw: disordered eating, medical fatphobia

my doctor offered to put me on ozempic for my pcos but the packet of potential side effects was insane, especially for ppl who already struggle with weight related illnesses 😰 it makes me so sad that ppl are using diabetes medication to synthetically reduce their appetites, several of the women in my family took fen phen in the nineties and one nearly died 😥 depending on the long term efficacy, safety, and accessibility, i wouldn't be surprised if it made being visibly overweight more frowned upon though :/

[mixelation]

i feel like i am going insane

this post was on my dash (screencapped bc don't go harass OP):

I'm not going to claim to be a TB expert, but any post talking about how we "have a cure" should be regarded as suspect. What happened in 1958 wrt TB treatment? I have no clue, and I just skimmed multiple reviews of the history of TB. If anyone knows, please tell me. In general the 1950s was the golden age of antibiotics, plus there was just a general better understanding of disease management in general, meaning fatalities from TB in Europe and North America tanked. But I could find no specific thing attributed to 1958.

What is the cure for TB? It's months of antibiotics, and even then clearance of the bacteria isn't going to be 100% of all patients. There's no specific miracle drug. There are vaccines (idk how effective, but they show up randomly in all sort of papers for having interesting and positive off-target effects, like improving blood glucose levels in diabetics), which is not a cure but IS a very important tool for stopping the spread and protecting people.

TB is tricky to manage. It can lay dormant in your lungs for decades. It's harder than the average bacteria to kill with antibiotics, and the course of antibiotics needed is so long that you end up with more logistical issues (what happens if you're in a remote area where you have limited supplies? how do you ensure patient compliance?). There are more and more antibiotic resistant strains appearing. A lot of effort and money and brilliant minds are dedicated researching TB and implementing strategies to manage it across the world. I'm sure there are ways to improve our approaches to managing and treating it, but TB is by no means a "neglected" disease. TB is not the example I would pick for how we have failed the world on a global level due to resource hoarding, unless you want to go into a much more nuanced discussion of why poverty is a huge risk factor for contracting it in the first place (due to things like overcrowding, poor living conditions, and poor access to healthcare, not because some specific miracle cure is being hoarded).

But I guess "the problem is we're not DISTRIBUTING the CURE" is much easier take for people to pat themselves on the back for having. TBH I think a lot of people feel safer when they think complex problems are secretly very simple ones that can be fixed by overcoming one singular evil.

[myfestivaldaze]

Diabetes Offer: Berberine Supplement

A Natural Step Towards Better Blood Sugar Control

Supplements - Health

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The Diabetes Offer: Berberine Supplement has become a valuable addition to my diabetes management plan. It's a convenient and natural way to support my health goals. While it's not a miracle cure, it has certainly contributed to a positive change in my diabetes journey.

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[kattt-5865]

i hate when i see people talk about "miracle cures for diabetes" like no hunny your pine oil isn't gonna miraculously revive my pancreas

[ambiguouspuzuma]

Type 3

As requested by @sleepyowlwrites, here's a little prequel to this story:

There are three permanent types of diabetes, he remembered from his training. The first you're born with, and have to manage using insulin. The second you pick up during your life, and can sometimes manage with changes to diet and exercise, or other medication. The third you contract upon your death. There's nothing you can do about that.

Dr Theodore 'Ted' Spong was a good-humoured man. As parish physician, he had to be. People only came to him with complaints, and he couldn't very well meet them with his own; if he had any grumbles or gripes, he'd long since learnt to tuck them away, like the good brandy he kept in a cabinet back home. He largely worked in the public eye, but some things were best mulled over in his own time.

He hadn't grown up in the sticks, but he liked it here. Outside of surgery hours, he enjoyed long walks across the moors, taking in the beauty of the mist-soaked landscape; within them, he met a range of fascinating characters, the sort of people you never got to meet in the city, each with their own idiosyncrasies and health complaints. He'd come across conditions he'd only read about, and patients who'd never learnt to read.

The people here led simple lives, divorced from the innovation and progress that drowned the city in smoke, but that meant his job had been anything but. They could be credulous at times, and a large part of his time was spent championing science over superstition, miracle cures and folk remedies. Unfortunately, they now had a champion as well.

There was a new doctor in town, by the name of Madame Silja, and she was undoing all of his hard work. To call her a doctor was a courtesy, for she had clearly never studied for a licence as he had, or read any book of medicine less than a century old. She was driving his parish backwards, towards the dark ages of draining bad humours away, although he never saw her wading for leeches on his walks. In fact, he'd barely seen her at all, until the night she showed up at his surgery door.

"I feel unwell," Silja said. She looked it, too. Her face was gaunt and drained, her body likewise emaciated underneath her clothes, visible even in the gloom. This was a woman at death's door as much as his.

Ted fought the temptation to gloat. Oh, and the leeches didn't hit the spot? Come crawling for some proper medicine, have we? That wouldn't be right. Nemesis or not, this woman lived in the parish, and that made her his patient. He was a good natured man, and a physician first of all. If he was to bring her out into the light, the best way would be to lead by example.

"What are your symptoms?" he asked, ushering her inside. She stood uncertain in the doorway, perhaps also having second thoughts about coming to him for help, but there was no time to lose. "Please, come in."

"I feel... tired," she told him, collapsing on a proffered armchair. The cushion barely sank under her weight.

"You're losing weight?"

Silja nodded. "I'm losing my appetite. But in its place there's this incessant thirst, a void no amount of water seems to sate."

"Any changes to your mood? Feeling suddenly irritable?

"What do you think?" she snapped. "I've just told you I'm thirsty all the time. Yes, it's irritating. Have you ever had an itch that you can't scratch?"

Ted usually told his patients not to scratch any itch, but he kept quiet and let her settle down. Madame Silja seemed so frail, but there was still something threatening about her - something unsettling and strange. It was a tingle at the back of his neck, like something primal, but he forced it down again. He wouldn't scratch that itch either.

He had no room for prejudice in his work, nor outside of it, and that was probably all this was. He didn't often see people with her kind of ancestry, not since he'd left the city. Whatever ancestry that was. Her skin was dark, although it seemed that it had since grown paler. She reminded him of a colleague from his studies, an Ottoman doctor by the name of Şefik. Was her name similar? Perhaps he could try to build a bridge between them.

"Tell me - you wouldn't happen to have any Turkish blood in you, by any chance?"

"Oh, I dare say I might," Silja replied. The question had served its purpose, for she flashed a smile for the first time, but Ted found himself more unsettled than ever. "Why do you ask? Is it something to do with my illness?"

"No, no, I was just curious," he said, increasingly nervous. "I know it isn't my place to guess, but I thought I'd take a stab in the dark."

"I'm not a fan of those, as a rule," she said. "But thank you for taking an interest. My patients are... rarely conversational. I don't often get to talk about myself. Do you find the same? Do you live nearby?"

"The good news is that I think I recognise your symptoms." Ted moved back onto steadier ground. "Although I'll need to take a blood sample."

"Oh, of course."

"For testing," he clarified. Anxiety or not, he wouldn't tolerate any of that nonsense here, in his temple of modern medicine. "Then we'll move on to treatment."

It was diabetes, he was sure, but he didn't know which strand. Was this a late diagnosis of type one? She didn't look much like a typical case for type two. There were others, he knew: gestational diabetes, picked up in pregnancy to meet the additional demands on the body. Perhaps it was something like that. A change, as if the whole body was gestating, metamorphosing into something... no, there was no medical basis for that. What was he saying?

"You might need to start taking medicine," he told her. "But mostly I suspect you'll need to make some changes to your diet."

"That's fine by me," she said, flashing another awful smile. "I'd figured that part out myself."

[mariacallous]

A revolution in weight loss is apparently underway. It started in 2021, when the FDA approved the diabetes drug semaglutide for weight loss. The weekly injectable—sold under the brand name Wegovy—can help users lose 5 to 10 percent of their body weight, leading commentators to describe the drug as both a “medical breakthrough” and a “silver bullet” for obesity. Elon Musk says he’s taking it, Kim Kardashian is rumored to be using it, and everyone from Hollywood to the Hamptons reportedly wants a prescription. 

Soon, there will be a new weight loss medication on the block—and it’s even more potent than its peers. Last fall, the FDA fast-tracked the review process for using tirzepatide as a weight loss drug after a clinical trial showed that people with BMIs labeled “overweight” or “obese” lost a staggering 22.5 percent of their body weight on the highest dose. If all goes according to plan, that will make Mounjaro the latest in a fast-growing biomedical sector—spanning everything from bariatric surgery to deep brain stimulation for binge-eating—that aims to combat, if not cure, the problem of “excess” weight. 

For pharmaceutical companies, the race to market is financially motivated: Wegovy and Mounjaro cost more than $1,000 a month. Weight loss drugs are rarely covered by insurance, but people who can afford them have proven they’re willing to pay. And the market seems effectively limitless: Despite an ongoing “war on obesity,” more than 1.9 billion adults globally are considered overweight or obese, and the number of prospective users is growing every year. Now doctors—desperate to treat what is widely seen as an “obesity epidemic”—are coming on board. In January, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommended such medications for kids as young as 12. 

The victorious narratives gilding drugs like Mounjaro are already being positioned as a direct challenge to fat activism. For decades, the movement has pushed for social and economic opportunity for people of all sizes through civil rights, fat pride and liberation, and biomedical evidence itself. Thanks to prominent voices like Audrey Gordon and Michael Hobbes, many people now know that “lifestyle changes” like calorie restriction and exercise fail to produce sustained weight loss for 97 percent of people and that many dieters end up gaining back more weight than they lost. But what happens to the strength of these arguments when a weight loss drug seems to work?

Like other purported weight loss solutions, Mounjaro promises “to fix weight stigma by making you thinner, instead of removing the stigma,” says Susanne Johnson, a fat activist and family nurse practitioner in Pennsylvania. In so doing, these drugs and surgeries further exacerbate anti-fat discrimination. Instead of criticizing people in larger bodies for their perceived lack of willpower—that old “calories in, calories out” adage—people can now blame those in bigger bodies for something more akin to a techno-pessimist, or even anti-science, stance: “Just take the miracle cure!” 

The history of the weight loss industry is more akin to prospecting for gold or investing in crypto than transplanting organs and developing antibiotics; less a story of scientific progress than an endless cycle of wild speculation, where boom inevitably gives way to bust. Fen-Phen was a miracle until it was linked to heart valve damage. Intermittent fasting was going to fix what caloric restriction couldn’t until researchers showed the two produce exactly the same results. And then there’s the complicated case of bariatric surgery.

From their inception in the 1950s, operations like gastric bypass (which reroutes food away from the stomach, inducing malabsorption) and gastric sleeve (which involves partially amputating the stomach so it holds less food and produces fewer hunger hormones) have been sold as a potential panacea, says Lisa Du Breuil, a clinical social worker at Massachusetts General Hospital. While fewer than 1 percent of people who qualify actually undergo bariatric surgery, those who do can lose up to 70 percent of their “excess” weight (or the weight above a BMI of 24.9). 

But Du Breuil, who specializes in eating disorders and substance abuse disorders, has seen some of the worst of bariatric’s side effects. People can develop dumping syndrome—wherein sugar-rich meals leave the stomach too quickly, causing sweating, dizziness, rapid heart rate, and vomiting. Gastric bypass in particular raises the risk of postoperative alcohol abuse. Rates of suicide and self-harming behaviors also rise in the years after bariatric surgery. And even when people follow strict post-operative diets, malnutrition, tooth loss, gout, and new or resurging eating disorders are possible. “It can be really challenging to get a full picture,” Du Breuil says. She learns about new side effects all the time.

Semaglutide and tirzepatide—both part of a larger family of GLP-1 receptor agonists—were developed for diabetes management at lower doses. When pharmaceutical companies noticed their trial participants were also losing weight, they realized “if we can turn the volume up to 11, we can really enhance this side effect,” says Johnson, the nurse. “That means you’re also turning up the other side effects.” 

The primary complaints from users of Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro sound like the kind of thing you can fix with a bottle (or three) of Pepto Bismol: nausea, upset stomach, diarrhea, and what one patient called “power vomiting.” But these might be less like classic “side effects” of a drug than a mechanism of weight loss itself, as The Guardian recently reported. By making the feeling of eating (and, in some cases, even hydrating) actively disgusting to the user, the drug curbs their consumption—similar to the experience of bariatric patients, who can only fit a few ounces of food in their stomachs at a time. 

The list of complications doesn’t end there. For example, both GLP-1 receptor agonists may increase the risk of thyroid cancer—one of the many BMI-linked diseases that supposedly makes weight loss absolutely imperative for people in larger bodies. And there’s good reason to believe that other side effects will reveal themselves in years to come, as the number of long-term users grows. 

The biggest surprise for many prospective patients is that long-term weight loss isn’t guaranteed—a reflection, perhaps, of the faulty assumption that people are obese because they overeat. Current estimates suggest that the average bariatric surgery patient regains 30 percent of the weight they lost in the 10 years after surgery. One in four regain all of their weight in that time. And 20 percent of people don’t respond to surgery in the first place. 

The same is true for GLP-1 receptor agonists: If you stop injecting, the weight returns. 

In case it wasn’t clear by now, biomedical weight loss interventions often mimic the deadly logic of anorexia, bulimia, or other forms of disordered eating, says Erin Harrop, a clinical social worker and researcher. Harrop would know. At the height of their own eating disorder, Harrop wished they could fill their stomach with air instead of food, or cut their stomach out, or wire their jaw shut. Later, they learned these things exist—in the form of gastric balloons, gastric sleeves, and even a magnetic jaw trap. 

It’s no surprise, then, that some people who undergo bariatric surgery experience a resurgence of a preexisting eating disorder, or develop a new one. Frequent vomiting, never knowing what foods will upset your stomach, and feeling pressure to maintain a post-surgical weight—“you can create an eating disorder that way,” Du Briel says.

But semaglutide and tirzepatide promise to fulfill an even stranger fantasy: eliminating appetite itself. While a drug like Mounjaro works on numerous fronts—including preventing the body from storing fat and “browning” existing adipose tissue—it’s the feeling of being untethered from desire that seems to fascinate patients and physicians alike. People for whom the drug works often say, “I forget to eat,” says Fatima Cody Stanford, an obesity medicine specialist at Massachusetts General Hospital’s Weight Center. 

If doctors really believe that obesity is the greater of any two evils, then this approach makes sense. When it comes to bariatric surgery, for example, a review of the medical literature suggests it is, on balance, associated with a reduction in all-cause mortality—or death of any cause*—*compared to patients with high BMIs who don’t go under the knife (though such studies are profoundly limited, as they often do not control for social factors, like income or education). Many hope that semaglutide and tirzepatide will one day prove just as vitalizing.

But eating disorders kill too. In many contexts, sustained hunger is considered a travesty. And desire—for food, or anything else—is a great way to know you’re alive. “It’s wild to me that we see no appetite as a positive thing,” says Shira Rosenbluth, an eating disorder therapist who works with people of all sizes. Anna Toonk agrees: “I realized that there are worse things than being fat,” she told The Cut last fall. “The worst thing you can be is wanting to barf all the time.” 

Ultimately, the proliferation of drugs like Mounjaro means medicine is not only in the business of dictating “normal” weights (a thing it still hasn’t quite figured out), but “normal” appetites. What was once an intuitive process, in which your body tells you what it needs, became a dictate under diet culture: You tell your body what it can have. Now medicine promises a radical reset: With the right drug, your body will hunger for nothing at all.

Weight loss technology can’t be stopped entirely—nor should it be. Everyone has the right to choose what they want to do with their bodies. But informed consent is built on information, and we may not have enough. Mounjaro was fast-tracked by the FDA based on studies designed to observe weight loss over just 72 weeks, a small fraction of the time real patients will be on the drug. At the very least, patients should be informed that in the first years after a drug hits the market, they are participants in an ongoing experiment. 

As biomedicine’s war on obesity continues, people must work harder to combat anti-fat bias—not on a technicality, but as part of the expansive vision of justice fat activists began articulating more than 50 years ago. For semaglutide, tirzepatide, bariatric surgery, and their ilk are neither miracles nor cures. There have always been fat people, and there always will be, whether they’re “non-responders” to treatment, refuseniks, or languishing on the waitlist. Notably, even those who experience dramatic weight loss after surgery or on injectables may still be overweight or obese, depending where they started. 

Perhaps most importantly, the American weight loss discourse must move away from a reflexive scientism, which has enabled biomedicine to subject the entirety of human experience to its single-minded scrutiny. Weight, like almost every aspect of embodiment, is not an exclusively biological phenomenon or a clear-cut medical “problem” to solve. It is shaped by countless factors, like power distribution in society, personal psychology, and that most frightening of forces: the desire for more.

If you or a loved one is struggling with an eating disorder, the National Eating Disorders Association Helpline is available at (800) 931-2237.

[explainslowly]

Fatphobia cw

New diabetologist immediately tried to get me on weightloss 'your numbers are good enough, you wouldn't even be diabetic if you lost weight!'

Like first, hilarious underhanded compliment here. But also, like, check out Mrs. miracle cure here! Fuck you.

Anyway told her I'm not doing weightloss drugs and I'm not doing diets (insane that they tell diabetic people to diet btw, fucking criminally negligent honestly, destabilizing my blood sugar! That's what I need!)

Anyway I mentioned that famous meta study about most people gaining weight back after diets but she didn't seem very interested and also essentially told me I have bad attitude which I do. Rapidly approaching worst attitude as the conversation progressed.

Anyway, reminds me of when I was fifteen and my nephrologist told me I had high blood pressure because I was fat. Nevermind that I had fucked up kidneys from a childhood illness, you know, the primary problem I was seeing her for. The literal origin and reasoning for my blood pressure medication.

[ajitsingh-009]

#GodMorningThursday

Miracle cure for Diabetes

I had diabetes.Benefits of true worship :

Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj healed all my diseases including diabetes with His blessings and true worship.

https://youtu.be/iwOHHLaSib8?si=BcicIPlPe1GBHWsk

#श्राद्ध_करने_की_श्रेष्ठ_विधि

[vipulmangla0]

#GodMorningThursday

Miracle cure for Diabetes

I had diabetes.Benefits of true worship :

Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj healed all my diseases including diabetes with His blessings and true worship.

https://youtu.be/iwOHHLaSib8?si=BcicIPlPe1GBHWsk

#श्राद्ध_करने_की_श्रेष्ठ_विधि l

[kamal-narayan]

Miracle cure for Diabetes

Name: Gagan Nath, Nainital.

I had diabetes.

Benefits of true worship :

Sant Rampal Ji Maharaj healed all my diseases including diabetes with His blessings and true worship.

[thecpdiary]

Nutrition Tips to Take Away in 2024

If you're aiming to improve your eating habits, summer is an ideal time to start. Farmers' markets overflow with fresh fruits and vegetables, barbecues are in full operation, picnic baskets are being filled, and the more relaxed rhythm of school pickups provides ample opportunity for leisurely cooking and enjoying meals outdoors with friends. The following nutrition insights should be considered:

Consider the Mediterranean Diet

The Mediterranean eating pattern, advertised by nutrition specialists, incorporates decades of research supporting its health benefits. These include lower risks of cardiovascular diseases, Type 2 diabetes, cognitive decline and certain cancers. The beauty of it lies in its flexibility; it doesn’t involve calorie counting or food restrictions.

Avocados are indeed nutritious

Whether enhancing a grain bowl or elevating a salad, avocados pack a nutritional punch. They contain heart-healthy fats, fiber, vitamin E (crucial for skin health) and potassium (beneficial for blood pressure). If you haven't yet added avocados to your meals, well now is probably the time.

A daily glass of wine isn't a health guarantee

For years, many believed that drinking a glass or two of red wine daily had heart-health benefits. However, recent research indicates that the potential risks associated with alcohol consumption, including red wine, may outweigh any health advantages. Don’t buy into the morning caffeine delay myth

Some influencers suggest that waiting an hour or two into the day before having caffeine can promote a more natural waking process and reduce an afternoon crash. However, experts say that there is little scientific support for this claim,and for those in specific jobs, delaying caffeine can even pose certain risks.

Cutting back on sodium is beneficial for most people

There has been a debate over the past few decades regarding how much sodium is too much. Recent studies confirm that many individuals in the U.S. consume significantly more sodium than recommended levels. Monitoring intake, aiming for a maximum of 2,300 milligrams per day, is especially wise for those with high blood pressure or concerns about heart health. Shrimp is popular, but sourcing it healthily can be tricky

From a nutritional standpoint, shrimp is a good option: it's high in protein, calcium, and vitamin B12 while being low in harmful saturated fats. However, both farmed and wild-caught shrimp can have environmental and human rights concerns, and some imported varieties have been found to contain prohibited substances such as banned antibiotics. We have guidance on choosing the healthiest and most sustainable shrimp options. Apple cider vinegar may have some benefits, but it's not a miracle cure

Social media promotes a plethora of health claims surrounding apple cider vinegar — from settling stomachs and lowering blood sugar, to clearing acne and helping in weight loss. While most of these claims lack scientific backing, certain studies suggest that apple cider vinegar might have some real benefits. Diet can be as crucial as medication when managing IBS

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common and often painful condition characterised by symptoms such as bloating, abdominal pain, diarrhoea and constipation. The low-FODMAP diet is often considered an effective treatment and involves temporarily eliminating high-FODMAP foods such as wheat products, legumes, certain nuts, some sweeteners, most dairy, and specific fruits and vegetables. You don't need to drink excessive amounts of water daily for hydration

Hydration bottles may be popular, but experts claim you don’t need to constantly gulp down water throughout the day. Your hydration needs can vary based on activity level, temperature, age and several other factors. Experts provide tips on how to assess if you’re staying adequately hydrated. Concerns about ultra-processed foods are growing

Many recent studies have highlighted the risks associated with consuming ultra-processed foods – including sugary snacks, processed meats, salty chips and pre-packaged meals. These foods have been linked to an increased risk of various health problems such as heart disease, Type 2 diabetes, obesity and certain gastrointestinal disorders. While research is ongoing to discern the direct effects of ultra-processed foods on health, experts generally advise cutting back on these items whenever possible. (Source: supremhealth.com)

For more relatable, inspirational and lifestyle blogs, please check out my site https://www.thecpdiary.com

[aryakumari]

Aromas of Nature: A Guide to Floral Essential Oils and Their Applications

Call them magic potions or uplifting balms, floral essential oils have been soothing souls and rejuvenating minds for time immemorial. Extracted from the petals of numerous blooms, they offer an array of therapeutic properties and divine aromas that bring a sweet smile to your face. Here, you can choose the all types of natural flower or essential oil from a list of the natural flower oil manufacturers in India at affordable prices.

What’s better, they can be used in myriad ways too. An integral ingredient in luxury face products, an essential mix in bath soaks and bombs, a must-have for diffusers, a charming bed linen spray and of course, floral perfumes as we know them. The list is endless and because of this versatility, floral essential oils forever hold a special place in the hearts of many. Especially anthophiles aka flower lovers.

Since Interflora is popularly known as The Flower Experts, who better to provide you with a detailed walkthrough of floral essential oils, their uses and more about the heavenly drop of sultry aroma that makes everything feel better?

Lavender: The Pacifier

Derived from the lavender plant, Lavandula angustifolia, lavender essential oil promotes relaxation and provides aid in stress, fatigue and anxiety. No wonder, some people call this the wonder oil. So versatile, that it can be deemed essential in everyone’s life. Alongside, it’s a miracle for your skin too. Its antiseptic properties make it the ideal choice for soothing skin allergies, irritation and minor burns.

Uses:                                                                

Glowing Skin

Heals Acne

Treats Eczema

Wound Healing

Heals Sunburns

Insect Repellant

Reduces Anxiety Cures Insomnia

Rose: Self-Love in a Bottle

Rose, the Queen of Flowers, stays true to its name because when its oils are extracted, it puts its best foot forward. A true boon to your skin, its skin healing and rejuvenating properties are what make it stand out. It’s known to reduce the appearance of scars, nourish dry skin, and get you in a mood encompassed by passion and love. Rose essential oil is also the perfect add-on accessory in your luxury flower beauty products, taking your experience to the next level of calm. Natural flower oil suppliers in India

Uses:

Lowers Mental Stress

Anti-Ageing Solution

Natural Insect Repellent

Alleviates Depression and Anxiety

Adds Volume to Hair

Cures Skin Infections

Chamomille: The Soother

You already know, there’s nothing more calming than a hot cuppa of chamomille before bedtime. Its essential oil is no different. Extracted from the flowers of the chamomile plant, one drop is enough to kickstart your tranquil side. Widely popular for its anti-inflammatory and insomnia-alleviating properties, it’s also a great addition to your collection of soothing massage oils.

Uses:

Reduces Anxiety

Wound Healing

Anti-cancer Properties

Promotes a Good Night’s Sleep

Jasmine: The Uplifter

Derived from the Jasmine plant’s blossoms, it’s famous for its uplifting properties as it’s believed using jasmine essential oil in aromatherapy or on the skin can uplift your mood. It’s almost as if its sweet and rich fragrance creates a flower power so magnanimous that it boosts happiness and increases confidence, as well as reduces feelings of stress and anger.

Uses:

Antidepressant

Antiseptic

Aphrodisiac

Helps with Symptoms of Menopause

Geranium: The Healer

Obtained from the Pelargonium graveolens plant, geranium essential oil is nature’s true wonder. Its herbaceous aroma is often used to reduce hormonal imbalances and support overall emotional well-being. And even though it’s popularly used as an ingredient in perfumes, its use case in aromatherapy spreads far and wide too.

Natural flower oil companies in India

Uses:

Offers Pain Relief

Reduces Body Odour

Supports Mental Health

Helps with Menopausal and Perimenopausal Symptoms

Controls Yeast Infections

Supports Diabetes Care

[healthy-lifes-world]

The Key to Longevity: Exercise and a Healthy Lifestyle

Introduction

In the perpetual quest for longevity, exercise has emerged as a critical factor. While no miracle cure or technology can dramatically extend our lifespan, research consistently shows that simple lifestyle changes can significantly enhance both the duration and quality of our lives. Notably, exercise plays a pivotal role in promoting health and reducing the risk of premature death. This article delves into the various aspects of exercise, exploring its types, benefits, and the trade-offs involved in balancing different forms of physical activity.

The Role of Exercise in Longevity

Studies indicate that regular exercise can extend life expectancy and improve overall health. For instance, research presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2023 highlighted eight habits, including physical activity, that can slow biological aging by up to six years. Exercise, whether moderate or vigorous, combined with strength training, has been shown to reduce the risk of mortality from various causes, particularly cardiovascular disease.

Types of Exercise and Their Impact

Different types of exercise offer distinct benefits. Dr. Borja del Pozo Cruz's study in JAMA Internal Medicine analyzed data from over 500,000 participants, finding that a balanced mix of moderate aerobic exercise, vigorous aerobic exercise, and strength training yields the best results in reducing mortality risk.

1. Moderate Aerobic Exercise: Activities like walking or gentle cycling can enhance cardiovascular health and are accessible to most people.

2. Vigorous Aerobic Exercise: More intense activities, such as running, provide significant cardiovascular benefits and improve overall fitness levels.

3. Strength Training: Activities like weight lifting help maintain muscle mass, which is crucial for metabolic health and functional independence, especially in older adults.

Minimum Exercise Requirements

Regular exercise is universally acknowledged as one of the best things one can do for health. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) emphasize its importance in preventing diseases such as cardiovascular conditions, various cancers, and type 2 diabetes. Exercise also plays a crucial role in maintaining a healthy weight, which is vital for overall health.

Exercise and Mental Health

Beyond physical benefits, exercise has profound effects on mental health. It is associated with lower levels of depression and anxiety due to the release of endorphins and endocannabinoids. These natural chemicals enhance mood and provide a sense of well-being. Moreover, exercise can increase the efficacy of medications and therapies for mental health conditions.

Neurodegenerative Diseases and Exercise

Exercise is increasingly recognized for its role in combating neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. Regular physical activity may delay the onset and progression of these diseases by promoting brain health through various mechanisms, including reducing inflammation and regulating iron metabolism.

1. Inflammation Reduction: Exercise can decrease the activity of microglia, the immune cells in the brain, thereby reducing chronic inflammation and neuron loss.

2. Iron Metabolism: Physical activity influences how the brain metabolizes iron, which is linked to the formation of harmful plaques in Alzheimer’s disease.

3. Chemical Production: Exercise stimulates the production of neurotrophic factors like BDNF and IGF, which support brain cell growth and survival.

Practical Recommendations for Exercise

The optimal exercise regimen varies, but general guidelines suggest incorporating both aerobic and strength training exercises. For instance, 150–225 minutes of moderate aerobic activity, 75 minutes of vigorous exercise, and two strength training sessions per week are beneficial for reducing cardiovascular mortality risk.

For those unable to engage in high-intensity workouts, low-impact exercises such as Pilates and yoga offer significant benefits. These activities improve balance, flexibility, and mental well-being, making them suitable for individuals of all ages and fitness levels.

Challenges and Trade-offs

While exercise is beneficial, it is essential to balance it with other life activities to avoid potential negative impacts, such as injuries or overexertion. Occupational physical activity, particularly in physically demanding jobs, can sometimes be detrimental, leading to increased health risks. Therefore, it is crucial to differentiate between beneficial leisure exercise and potentially harmful work-related physical activities.

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health stuff

have been diagnosed diabetic for a little over a year now, it's not like really bad or anything, my a1c has been under 7 the last three times i've had it checked, but i've been having a hard time keeping up with daily insulin injections so my doc switched me to a once weekly which happens to be the most popular drug on the market rn, ozempic.

it sucks because so many people take it/the same exact shit under a different brand name specifically as some miracle weight loss drug so i'm having a hard to finding relevant information when trying to anticipate what to expect or like "is it causing x? or do i need to be worried about it being something else". not trying to knock people who are desperately trying anything they can to feel better about their own body but i think i'm pretty justifiably pissed that there's celebrities out there lauding it/weygovy as the cure all to being fat when the medication is life saving for diabetics and we can't even get scripts because it's back ordered all the fucking time.

but anyway i've been stuck in bed all day today and that doesn't seem like a common side effect? i've got an upset stomach but it's manageable which i'm so so grateful for, but like so tired i keep falling asleep? i've slept most of today and i just don't see anything about that being ozempic related. so now it's like, am i also sick? is it because of the weather? should i use one of our very expensive and hard to find covid tests just to be safe?

and i wanna bitch and moan about stuff but i won't because i'm not rude so i'll just say i'm very grateful to my mom who has tried to help take care of me today.

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Miraculous Magnesium for Menopause - Magnesium Store

Magnesium is a vital component of more than three hundred biochemical processes in the human body. Magnesium helps maintain optimal nerve and muscle functions, it supports a healthy immune system, it keeps the heartbeat steady, it helps bones remain strong, it adjusts blood glucose levels, and aids in the production of energy and protein, etc. There is widespread research into the potential of magnesium to be utilised in preventing and managing disorders such as high blood pressure, heart disease, and diabetes. While magnesium hasn’t been proven to be a miracle cure just yet, there is no doubt that magnesium is a highly important nutrient for humans and their health. More specifically, magnesium can be a vital dietary component for women undergoing menopause. Magnesium can keep menopausal women healthy and reduce negative menopause symptoms as it affects numerous closely related bodily functions. Menopause Menopause most commonly occurs in women in the ages between 51 and 52, although it may occur years earlier or years later in some cases. Menopause refers to the threshold in a woman’s life where she stops menstruating, finalizing the fertile stage of her life. This transition is usually accompanied by multiple unpleasant symptoms such as insomnia, weight gain, hot flashes, hormone changes, a decline of bone and muscle, etc. Insomnia Insomnia is probably the most common symptom of menopause as more than sixty percent of women at this stage have reported mild to severe sleeping difficulties. This rate is significantly lower for women who haven’t gone through menopause yet. In the case of menopausal women, insomnia can be caused by a variety of factors, all of which can be brought upon or intensified by menopause such as anxiety, night sweats, hot flashes, depression, as well as a decrease in melatonin and progesterone. These hormones are highly responsible for falling and staying asleep and as their production drops severely during menopause it doesn’t come as surprising that so many women passed this stage struggle with insomnia. Magnesium can help alleviate this issue by tackling a few of its underlying causes – It helps reduce hot flashes, it helps regulate the body’s cardiac rhythms (also known as the biological clock), and helps with muscle relaxation. Additionally, low magnesium intake is also associated with shorter sleep cycles and lower sleep quality. A small scale study that involved forty-six older adults has found that supplementing five hundred milligrams of magnesium, which is an equivalent to two hundred and fifty milligrams of elemental magnesium, per day over the course of thirty days led to a significant increase in sleep duration, reported sleep quality, and melatonin production. No changes have been recorded in the control group. Osteoporosis Magnesium plays a crucial role in preventing Osteoporosis which affects between ten and thirty percent of women who’ve gone through menopause. Osteoporosis is characterised by deficient bone mineral density, and it only increases with age. Osteogenesis Human bones naturally undergo a ‘remodeling’ process, also known as Osteogenesis, through which they strengthen themselves. During this process, bones are broken down and then rebuilt stronger. This process is faster and more efficient in younger people but with age, it slows down and the bones are rebuilt weaker than before. Bone Strength Magnesium plays a vital role in cartilage and bone matrix calcification, which contribute to increased bone strength, which is why it is such an important supplement for women in menopause. Magnesium also affects parathyroid hormone, or PTH, and vitamin D, both of which are crucial for bone development. Osteoblast Additionally, low magnesium levels have been linked to a decrease in Osteoblast (bone-rebuilding activity) and an increase in inflammation, making bones weaker and causing pain. 

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Eye Care Myths Debunked: Expert Advice from Eyemira Opticians

Eyes are not just the orbs in our body, rather they are the windows to our soul. Maintaining them is like regularly polishing those windows to let in the brightest light and the most vivid colors. It goes beyond simply keeping your eyesight sharp. Making routine eye checkups a priority and establishing good eye care habits will help you identify any possible problems early on. Taking care of your eyes allows you to enjoy life in all of its vivid technicolor themes. 

Many misconceptions swirl around eye care, potentially leading to poor habits. Here's a breakdown of some common eye care myths:

Myth 1: Eye Exercises Fix Everything

Neither vision issues nor the requirement for glasses can be resolved by eye exercises. On the other hand, diseases such as convergence insufficiency may benefit from particular workouts advised by an eye doctor.

 Myth 2: Eye Checkups Are Only Needed When You Have Problem

For the early detection of eye illnesses, routine eye exams are essential. Results can be considerably improved by early intervention.

A balanced diet, routine eye checkups, and wearing sunglasses to shield your eyes from UV rays are all important for maintaining overall eye health.

Myth 3: Reading in Dim Light Ruins Your Eyes

It's not ideal to strain your eyes in low light, but it won't harm them irreversibly. Temporary pain such as headaches or blurred vision may result from it.

Myth 4: Carrots Improve Your Night Vision 

Although they do not affect vision, carrots are excellent for general health. They are a good source of beta-carotene, which your body uses to make vitamin A. However, they are not a miracle cure for night potions.

Bits of Advice from Eyemira Opticians for Good Eyesight

Healthy Diet: Eating a diet or maintaining a habit of eating food those are rich in fruits, and vegetables is a good sign of having good eyesight.

Regular Eye check-ups: It is advised that adults have an eye exam every two years, and children should have one every year.

Protect your eyes from the sun: Wear glasses that protect your eyes from UV rays. Eyemira has a set of collections from very reputable brands like Ray-Ban, Oakley, Transition Lens, and many other such brands.

Reduce Screen Time: Take breaks every 20 min. from computers, and laptops. and make sure to blink often.  

Maintain a healthy weight: Obesity is a risk factor for several eye diseases, including diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma.

Eyemira has the best Opticians in Bhubaneswar, which will help customers choose their lenses or glasses and know the defects in their eyes. Eyemira will not serve you with a set of medicines and prescriptions rather they will constantly look up to their customers for their needs. Starting from free eye checkups- getting the best optical, customers can get every eye facility they want at Eyemira Opticals, Bhubaneswar. 

In conclusion, let’s arm ourselves with information to clear up any misunderstandings about eye care. We can dispel common misconceptions and uncover facts supported by science by examining the professional guidance provided by Eyemira Opticians. A brighter future with sharper vision is promised by this journey toward greater eye health.