Take note, more so if you have been prescribed statins

People who take cholesterol-lowering statins may be at twice the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, says a new study. Statins are a class of drugs that can lower cholesterol and blood pressure, reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke. More than a quarter of middle-aged adults use a cholesterol-lowering drug, according to estimates.

The study found that statin users had more than double the risk of a diabetes diagnosis compared to those who didn’t take the drugs. Those who took the cholesterol-lowering drugs for more than two years had more than three times the risk of diabetes.

“The fact that increased duration of statin use was associated with an increased risk of diabetes — something we call a dose-dependent relationship — makes us think that this is likely a causal relationship,” said the study’s lead author.

“Statins are very effective in preventing heart attacks and strokes. I would never recommend that people stop taking the statin they have been prescribed based on this study, but it should open up further discussions about diabetes prevention,” he added.

For the study, the researchers included over 4,000 men and women who did not have diabetes, were candidates for statins based on heart disease risk and had not yet taken the drugs at the start of the study. About 16 per cent of the group — 755 patients — were eventually prescribed statins during the study period. 

Researchers also found that statin users were 6.5 percent more likely to have a troublingly high HbA1c value — a routine blood test for diabetes that estimates average blood sugar over several months. 

“Although statins have clear benefits in appropriate patients, scientists and clinicians should further explore the impact of statins on human metabolism, in particular the interaction between lipid and carbohydrate metabolism,” said co-author. 

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7 possible reasons you are freezing all the time and tips to keep your hands warm

Are you one of those people who loads your body with three layers of clothes before you step out of your house in the winter season while your friends wear one sweatshirt and are good to go? Do you always wonder why are you the only one who feels this cold? 

There could be various reasons for you to feel cold all the time and some could be more serious health problems than you can think of. Anaemia, hypothyroidism, vitamin deficiencies, and anorexia could be few of them. Being cold all the time can be a result of deficiencies, food habits, and other serious illnesses.

 Gender
Research has found that women feel colder than men at the same temperature because of the low skin temperature. Women have high levels of estrogen and subcutaneous fat which cause low skin temperature, thus making them feel colder than men, even in the same surroundings.

There isn't really anything you can do about the gender, but what you can do is dress in warmer clothes, avoid foods and beverages that cause your body to be cold. You should also wear gloves as often as you can to keep your hands from freezing, especially when you have to drive.

Anaemia and Hypothyroidism

One of the many reasons that you feel cold can be anaemia or hypothyroidism. Anaemia is a health condition caused by a deficiency of iron, while hypothyroidism is a condition that results when the body is unable to produce enough of the thyroid hormone, affecting the metabolism of the body. 

You can avoid or reduce the risk of anaemia by following a well-balanced diet and including iron-rich foods in your meals. Green leafy vegetables that are so easily available in the winters are a very good source of iron. You should also include lentils, beans, nuts and seeds in your diet to provide your body with the required iron content.

Type 2 Diabetes

Diabetes can cause nerve damage and peripheral neuropathy, which affects around 20 million people in the US, according to the doctors. It can also cause anaemia which results in feeling too cold. There is no definite way to prevent type 2 diabetes. However, you can reduce your risk or delay the onset of the condition by exercising regularly, keeping your weight in check, and eating healthy and a balanced diet. 

Kidney issues

 If you are suffering from any kidney issues, you are more likely to feel cold. According to the doctors, kidney diseases are linked with anaemia. Waste build up in the kidney due to a disease can also lead to lower core body temperatures.

One very important factor for avoiding kidney issues is to keep your blood sugar levels in check, along with your weight and diet.

Anorexia

A type of eating disorder that causes you to become very thin because of a constant worry of gaining weight. It is the most common in people from age 14-60. Anorexia also causes a person to feel cold since the body becomes very deficient of various nutrients and extremely weak.

Vitamin B12 deficiency

A vitamin B12 deficiency can also cause you to feel cold more often and in more intensity than the others. Vitamin B12 helps prevent anaemia and also is a nutrient that helps keep the body's nerve and blood cells healthy.
A deficiency of Vitamin B12 can also be avoided by including fish, meat, egg, and milk products in your diet.

Food habits

Certain foods keep you warmer than others and not including any of them in your diet in the winters can cause you to feel cold all the time. Certain foods like cucumbers and bottle gourds that are believed to cool down the body should also be avoided in the winter season which otherwise can make you feel colder. The foods you should eat or consume more often during the colder months can include ginger, garlic, green leafy vegetables, carrots, and radish- they are easily available in the winters.


Your hands will stay warm if your body stays warm, and the body will stay warm when it is healthy and fit and stocked with the nutrition it requires. You should still dress in warm clothes like hand warmers and gloves, take dietary supplements to provide your body with the nutrients, drink warm beverages and also chill near a bonfire on nights when you have the time.  

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How to Pick Out the Right Pair of Sneakers for You!

Often when we go to buy new sneakers, whether for sports or everyday use, we tend to choose them based on their color or how they feel while we’re trying them on, while completely ignoring the real needs of our feet. Using the following guide, you can easily identify your foot type so that you can choose the best sneakers for your stability, comfort, and health.

The first thing you need to know is what type of foot you have, depending on the type of arch: high arch, medium arch or low arch. In order for you to identify your type, you must do the following:

Take a flat aluminum pan that you can put your feet in it.

  Fill the pan with water halfway, so that the water doesn’t spill out when you step in it.

Now, put your foot into the pan and place all your weight on the same leg.

 

Remove your foot from the water and place it on thick paper or cardboard, with all your weight on that leg.

Now all you have to do is check the results.

1. Medium neutral arch

You’ll see a 1-inch strip of wetness in the arch area

• Your feet are balanced, they have an excellent ability to absorb shocks and have good overall stability. However, if you put your great feet into not so great shoes, you may experience blisters or other problems.
• The shoes that are suitable for you are Stability Shoes, which provides moderate support to the foot but are still shock absorbent, which means that you can easily find a shoe that fits your leg type. Before you buy shoes, remember to make sure they do not chafe or squeeze while trying them on.

2. High arch

On the paper, you’ll notice an empty space between your heel and food pad, or you’ll notice a very thin line connecting between the two.

• You tend to lean on the outside of your feet while walking, which means that your legs are steady but aren’t very shock absorbent.
• The shoes that are suitable for you are Neutral-Cushioned Shoes since you need well-padded shoes that are flexible enough to absorb shocks well enough to allow your feet to move freely. Also, if you often experience calf cramps, which can happen to people with such feet, be sure to choose shoes with a higher heel (not a high heeled shoe).

3. Low arch

You’ll see your whole foot stamped on the paper.

• Your feet aren’t stable enough, but at the same time, they are shock absorbent. As you walk, your feet are fully splayed out on the ground, which can create great friction and lead to injuries.
• The most suitable shoes for you are the Motion Control Shoe. Motion control shoes aren’t too padded, providing great support to the arch of the foot so that it prevents the feet from being fully grounded at every step. Also, prefer to buy low-heeled shoes, which will help you stay steady while walking.

Once you understand and learn more about your foot type, you’ll know exactly which sneaker is a match for your physical data helping you improve your stability and health. Many professional sneaker stores have a device that allows you to get your foot type check so that you can confirm your self-test.
 

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Health benefits of barley

Barley is a simple grain readily available but very few of us know its many health and beauty benefits. Relatively low in calories, high in bran and fiber, the humble grain is packed with vitamins and nutrients. Here go some benefits of the wonder grain:

Helps you lose weight
Barley which is low in calories as compared to other grains, helps to reduce weight because of several kinds of essential amino acids and also because of its fiber content. Barley modulates your blood sugar levels, thus avoiding the sugar peaks and drops usually associated with the fat storage process.

Helps stabilize blood pressure
A study that compared different grain combinations; showed that adults who increased their intake of barley experienced a reduction in blood pressure.

Reduces symptoms of arthritis
Barley has copper, which may be helpful in reducing the symptoms of arthritis. It is said that copper disarms free radicals, thus helping cell regeneration.

Helps to prevent Osteoporosis
Barley contains manganese, phosphorus and copper, which are good for healthy bones. Barley juice is very high in calcium, making your bones stronger.

Healthy teeth
Barley is rich in phosphorus, calcium, and Vitamin C which are great for healthy bones and teeth.

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Drinking alcohol frequently increases stroke risk

Consuming alcohol more frequently than twice a week may increase the risk of stroke mortality in men, an alarming study has indicated. 

The effects of alcohol are not limited to the amount consumed but also the frequency of drinking matters, the researchers at University of Eastern Finland said. 

The study showed that people who consume alcohol more frequently than twice a week have over a threefold risk of stroke mortality than people who do not consume alcohol at all.
The study is based on follow-up data from the Kuopio Ischaemic Heart Disease Risk Factor Study (KIHD). 

At the onset of the study, the men participating in the study were middle-aged, and the follow-up time was 20 years. 

A total of 2,609 men participated in the study. 

The consumption of alcohol was measured with the help of a Nordic alcohol survey charting the amount of alcohol consumed at one time and the average number of drinking occasions in the preceding 12 months. 

"The relationship between alcohol consumption and ischaemic stroke shows a J curve pattern, which means that in people who are moderate consumers of alcohol, the risk of stroke is the lowest, while heavy consumption of alcohol increases the risk of stroke," the researchers explained. 

The risk of cerebral haemorrhage increases linearly as the consumption of alcohol increases: the higher the amount of alcohol consumed, the higher the risk of stroke. 

In addition to alcohol, other significant risk factors for stroke include elevated blood pressure, coronary artery disease, heart failure, atrial fibrillation, diabetes, smoking, overweight, asymptomatic carotid artery stenosis and elevated cholesterol levels. 

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