4 signs that tell you may be sugar intolerant

Sugar intolerance is a real thing!

You might have heard about milk intolerance or food intolerance, but have you ever come across the term 'sugar intolerance'? We are not kidding! Sugar intolerance is a real thing.

Most people can binge eat cakes and ice-creams and still feel alright, while others are super sensitive to even a small amount of sweet. It is true you might suffer from “sugar hangover” after eating plenty of sugar, which can spike your blood sugar level and can make you feel lethargic. But for the one suffering from sugar intolerance, the symptoms can be more severe.

The difference between allergy and intolerance

Some people use the word allergy and intolerance interchangeably, but that is incorrect. The two are different things and food allergy is more severe than intolerance.

In case of food allergy, when you eat the food you are allergic to, your body identifies that substance as dangerous and overreacts, causing symptoms like hives, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, sneezing and trouble in breathing.

However, in case of food intolerance, your body is not able to break down certain foods due to several reasons. If you are food intolerant, you may still be able to eat a small amount of food that troubles you, without any negative effect. Sugar intolerance is more common as compared to sugar allergy.

4 signs that you are sugar intolerance are:
Bloating

A bloated stomach makes you feel lethargic and uncomfortable. If you feel bloaty after consuming sugar, it means you are sugar intolerant. Your belly grows in size and you start feeling extra stuffy when sugar tries to make its way through your digestive system. Bloating will be accompanied by other symptoms of intolerance as well.

Anxiety

The next time you feel anxious, look out for symptoms of sugar intolerance. Feeling anxious after having sugar indicates that your body is not able to handle the influx of sugar in a better way. Reducing your sugar intake can help you manage the situation.

Dizziness

You may feel dizzy or shaky due to several reasons. But if this happens particularly after having a doughnut or a slice of cake, then sugar intolerance might be the reason. Look for the type of sugar you are consuming and the amount.

Nausea

Feeling nauseated can also be an indicator that you are intolerant to sugar. This will be accompanied by other gastrointestinal symptoms like gas and bloating. You can lie down and rest for a while or can even try home remedies for relief. If the symptoms are severe, then consult your doctor.

When to see a doctor

If you have an immediate reaction after consuming sugar, then visit a doctor immediately. Apart from this, if you feel choked and breathless then do not underestimate the situation and instantly seek medical help. 

 

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Health Checks Worth Doing on a Regular Basis

Illness is something we as humans are forever dreading, especially since we know some cases can be chronic or life-threatening. The worst part is, we don’t realize we're ill until the symptoms become unavoidable. By following the self-checks below you can assure yourself of your body's health - they’re quick, easy and definitely worth knowing! You’d be surprised to see what the smallest sign in your body may indicate.

1. Check your eyes for cholesterol levels

A lack of white in your eyes normally indicates that you’re tired or hung-over, but surprisingly enough, excess white in your eyes, such as a white line circling your iris, might be indicative of high cholesterol levels. Finding that your eyelids have a flat, yellowish color with velvety patches is also a serious sign. Do not let this symptom go unnoticed and risk getting further complications, such as coronary heart disease, which can lead to heart attacks in the future. See your GP to get your cholesterol checked and treated!

2. Count your moles to check for skin diseases

Moles are generally harmless, but if you find that you have more than 50 moles on your body, take this as a big warning sign, especially if they are multi-colored, growing in size, seem inflamed, or have a ragged edge. If you notice any of these signs in your moles, a good idea would be to regularly keep a record of their development by taking photos so it would be easier for your doctor to inspect them. If your moles also start to redden, become itchy or even bleed, seek medical advice as soon as possible. Such unusual-looking moles may be the cause of a type of skin cancer called malignant melanoma. 

3. Look for signs before you flush the toilet

Our excretions can also tell us about the health of our intestines, our digestion and our level of hydration. Every stool color, for instance, indicates different dietary causes or even problems. For example, a yellow color indicates excess fats, due to a malabsorption disorder such as celiac disease. What is most worrying is finding black or red stools, which may signify stomach or intestinal bleeding. These call for prompt medical attention. Urine can also be checked for its color: A pale color signifies good health, whereas a dark yellow color might mean you're dehydrated and need to increase your intake of water.

4. Check your eyebrows for thyroid health

If you notice an unusual lack of thickness in your eyebrows, it could be that you are suffering from an underactive thyroid, which means that your thyroid gland is not producing enough hormones. You may need to speak to a doctor, especially if you are also gaining weight and feeling tired and/or depressed. A blood test should easily confirm this problem. If  left untreated, it might lead to heart disease, the appearance of goiters, pregnancy complications and other health issues.

 

5. Watch your stomach for signs of Ovarian cancer

Bloating in your stomach area can have a range of different causes, including menstruation, intolerance to dairy products, eating too fast, constipation, medical side-effects, and a typically common assumption - weight gain. However, did you know this could also be the cause of very serious health conditions? Ovarian cancer is one of them, and its symptoms also include nausea and persistent pain or cramps in the stomach or back. Speak to a doctor if you experience these in a severe way so you can treat it in its early stages. Reduce general stomach bloating by eating more slowly, consuming less carbonated drinks, and avoiding chewing gum and drinking through straws.

6. Check your breathing by doing some step-ups

Have you been feeling more tired than usual after climbing up a flight of stairs? This can also be directly connected to your health. Doing some exercise can both act as a test for yourself and also as practice. Step-ups are mostly recommended because they elevate the heart rate and hence our breathing. For this exercise, you must find a relatively high step (not higher than your hips) and step up and down. Try doing 70 of these in three minutes and then put your fingers on your pulse to check it. If it’s over 100 and you’re still out of breath 10 minutes after the exercise, then you need to consider exercising more frequently. Lack of exercise can lead to serious diseases such obesity, breast cancer, diabetes, high blood pressure, and even early death.

7. Calculate the time you spend sitting down daily

As we become more technology-dependent, we are adopting more of a sedentary lifestyle. According to the US Women’s Health Study, women over 50 who sit for 11 hours a day reduce their life expectancy by 9 years! The consequences for a sedentary lifestyle can be very serious, including deep vein thrombosis, colon cancer, osteoporosis, kidney stones and a Spinal disc herniation (slipped disc). Improve your lifestyle by adding regular physical activity to your routine, at least 2.5 hours a week.

8. Look out for temperature changes in your body

Care for your blood vessels' health and circulation by observing the temperature changes in your body, especially in extreme temperature conditions. Excess heat from the sun, stress, and eating very spicy food may cause flushing in the face – particularly redness in the cheeks and nose. This means that the blood vessels are dilating and this may not be a healthy sign, especially if you are a woman between 30 and 55. Cold conditions can be just as dangerous to our body if we aren’t prepared for them – frequently experiencing cold feet or hands indicates lack of circulation, which could lead to Raynaud’s disease (suffering from excessively reduced blood flow). So, make sure to take the necessary precautions before this becomes a risk!

9. Inspect your nipples for signs of breast cancer

A well-known pointer that calls for a professional body check-up is having abnormalities in your nipples. Be on the look-out for inward-facing nipples as this could be a typical sign of breast cancer. If your nipples show any eczema, discharge or bloodstains, take action. Make sure to look out for these signs regularly when showering and find time to do regular exercise, eat plenty of fruit and vegetables, and drink less alcohol to reduce the risk of getting breast cancer.

10. Examine your nails to look out for fungal infections

It is rather easy for toenails to get an infection and one of the obvious symptoms of this event is when the nail becomes discolored, thickens, or becomes brittle, causing discomfort in your feet. Keep your feet safe from this by checking them regularly, keeping them clean and dry from excess sweat due to the heat, using shoes that are just right for your feet and not too old, not trimming or picking the skin around the toenails, and avoid walking barefoot in public places. If you do suffer from an infected toenail, seek medical assistance and use antifungal spray or powder to treat it.

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Diabetes ups Alzheimer’s risk

A new study has found that many people suffering from Alzheimer's disease also have pre-diabetes, suggesting one problem could be the cause of the other. 

The study examines resveratrol, a compound found in red grapes and red wine, to see if it might change glucose levels in patients with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease (AD). 

He said that resveratrol is believed to act on proteins in the brain in a way that mimics effects of a low-calorie diet. 

The study said that its known from animal studies that caloric restriction prevents diseases of ageing like diabetes and Alzheimer's. 

He said that on the flip side of the coin, having diabetes increases one's risk of developing AD, so perhaps by improving glucose tolerance, both diabetes and Alzheimer's could be prevented or delayed. 

To join the resveratrol study, participants were first given a fasting glucose tolerance test to obtain a baseline level, and then retested two hours after eating. 

During digestion, the blood sugar level increases, but the pancreas produces insulin to lower it. A high sugar level after two hours reveals glucose intolerance (pre-diabetes) or diabetes if the level is very high. 

Scientist said that the number of people with glucose intolerance (pre-diabetes) was much higher than expected asserting that he was surprised by how many people didn't know they were pre-diabetic, and these are individuals who already get the best medical care. 

Five (4 per cent) of 128 participants had impaired fasting glucose levels while three others (2 per cent) had findings consistent with type 2 diabetes mellitus. 

Of the 125 subjects who completed the two-hour test, 38 (30 per cent) demonstrated glucose intolerance while 16 (13 per cent) had results consistent with diabetes. 

Thus, the overall prevalence of impaired glucose tolerance or diabetes at two hours was 43 per cent - or almost half of the individuals recruited to the study.


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Subarachnoid hemorrhage

In a subarachnoid haemorrhage  blood accumulates in the space beneath the arachnoid membrane that lines the brain. The blood originates from an abnormal blood vessel that leaks or ruptures. Often this is from ananeurysm (an abnormal ballooning out of the blood vessel). Subarachnoid haemorrhages usually cause a sudden, severe headache, nausea, vomiting, light intolerance, and a stiff neck. If not recognized and treated, major neurological consequences, such as coma, and brain death may occur.




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