Looking back nearly fifteen years ago when I first suspected I had diabetes, several emotions played a rather substantial part in my disease’s development. Any one of them at any given time could have made the disease much worse and made my life in general worse.
The physical aspects of diabetes are well chronicled. The emotional aspects maybe not so well. Here is a partial list of the emotions I experienced and the impact they had on me.
DENIAL. When I first was told I had diabetes this was the first emotion I had. Maybe it was the nonchalant way the Dr. told me I had the disease in my life. He didn’t handle it very well which set the stage for my feelings. Those feelings only prolonged my getting control of the disease. Getting control of diabetes at an early stage of development is critical.
ANGER. The next emotion I remember having was anger. After the news set in and I began to get a grip on my situation I was mad. Mad at my Dr., mad at GOD, just mad at everything for getting my simple life so complicated. Mad at my new disease for turning my life up side down in my very prime.
WITHDRAWAL. I have always been an outgoing type. The retail food biz sort of demands that. When I got the news of my new disease (looking back in hindsight) I can see how slowly I began to withdraw and become more introverted. My personality slowly started changing as well. I became more serious and less fun loving.
DEPRESSION. Without sounding overly dramatic, there were/are times when I became depressed with my newfound disease. All the changes I had to make in my diet; the long list of meds arising from complications; the never ending (for me ) battle of weight loss; the stress of knowing the complications that can develop from my inaction; the list goes on.
Those were the major emotions I experienced-there are others. What to do about it?
The most important thing is to have a great support team surrounding you-family, spouse, doctor, nutritionist, etc. all those who can provide the emotional support you will need to cope with this disease. There are support groups at most hospitals that may help too.
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The next thing is to know as much as you can about the disease. Only thru knowledge can you have any chance of success in fighting this horrific disease.
Find out more about this terrible disease at the link below for Diabetes. It contains useful information that will help all with this terrible disease.
Jack Krohn has had Diabetes, Pre-diabetes and Syndrome X for nearly fifteen years. He speaks from the experiences he has had during that time. He is also a free lance writer-the #1 author of Home Security Articles in the country according to EzineArticles.
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Wednesday, August 8, 2007
Thursday, July 5, 2007
Healing Foods
heart attack is the number one killer in a whole world. many people think heart attack only can happen to the old man. but now every think is different, many people care with their health, they try every single way to be health.
Walking the cheaps sport. you only need a shoes and simple warming up. don't forget to do it 30 minuet each day. you will feel fit and strong. if you don't have any a time, you can walk in a mall.
Walking the cheaps sport. you only need a shoes and simple warming up. don't forget to do it 30 minuet each day. you will feel fit and strong. if you don't have any a time, you can walk in a mall.
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
Heart attack
Serious note for heart attack: a heart attack not only sign by a hard pain on left hand . Carefully with heard pain on your jaw.
may be the first time you not had a pain on your chest when you got a heard attack. feel loathing and sweating more both are indication of heart attack.
be a best friends with tell your friends about this blog
may be the first time you not had a pain on your chest when you got a heard attack. feel loathing and sweating more both are indication of heart attack.
be a best friends with tell your friends about this blog
Tuesday, June 19, 2007
Deep Breath
If you get breath....take a deep breath, slowly and hold it about 5 second and release it slowly....
this activity make your body full of an oxygen...and it good for your heart.
this activity make your body full of an oxygen...and it good for your heart.
Saturday, June 16, 2007
cholesterol.
Cholesterol measure in milligram per desiliter (mg/dl). standard cholesterol optimal according to National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
- Total cholesterol must under 200 mg/dL
- LDL (bad) must under 100
- HDL (good) must 60 or more than 60
- Total cholesterol must under 200 mg/dL
- LDL (bad) must under 100
- HDL (good) must 60 or more than 60
Friday, June 15, 2007
Discover The Symptoms and Treatment of Diabetes
By: Jon Arnold
When it comes to a disease like diabetes, it seems as if everyone is an expert, but before you make decisions based on non-medical people's opinions, make sure you have your facts straight.
In general, the classic and typical symptoms of diabetes are weakness, fatigue, blurred vision, weight loss, thirst, frequent urination, and a larger-than-normal desire to eat. Not all diabetes patients exhibit all of these signs. In fact, rarely do any of them exhibit ALL of these signs, but when you see any of these signs, you may want to consider seeing your doctor and have it checked. Like almost any other ailment, early diagnosis of diabetes provides your best chance of beating it.
It is both interesting and alarming to note that many diabetics have virtually no symptoms of the ailment or the symptoms are so mild that they thought nothing of it. This presents a problem, because you don't want to go running off to the doctor every time you are thirsty or lose a few pounds (two of the symptoms listed above), but then again, you need to be aware of what is normal for you, and for diabetes symptoms that persist, you should see your doctor.
With type 1 diabetes, the patient can become very suddenly ill with little warning signs, and this may even require hospitalization. The sad truth is that since some diabetics do not exhibit symptoms or have very mild symptoms, many of them have diabetes that is undiagnosed for years. Studies seem to indicate that almost HALF of the millions of people who have diabetes are unaware of it, and because of this, doctors frequently see the situation where people already have diabetes-related organ damage by the time they are first diagnosed with diabetes.
The treatment of diabetes involves multiple things, primarily to eliminate the signs of high blood sugars. This helps to alleviate any long term complications that can result and allows the patient to live as normal a life as possible, depending of course of the severity of the affliction. But since no two diabetics are alike, the treatment really needs to be tailored to the specific person and their specific level of severity in order for the treatment to be as effective as possible.
The biggest and most effective treatment of diabetes consists of exercise and proper nutrition. Those are also the biggest defense against diabetes if you do not have it. For type 1 diabetes, they need to regulate their insulin shot or intake with their calorie intake to ensure they are balanced properly. For the type 2 diabetes patient, their diet should consist of low saturated fat and also portion control. Typically, type 2 diabetes patients should lose a few pounds, and this treatment will help to decrease blood sugars and allow then to shed a few extra pounds.
Studies have shown that approximately 75% of diabetics die of heart disease, stroke, or other types of circulatory problems. Therefore, part of the diabetes treatment should also include quitting smoking, maintaining good blood pressure readings, and having your cholesterol checked regularly to keep it under control. Aggressively lowering of your cholesterol level, especially the "bad" LDL cholesterol will aid greatly by decreasing the chance of stroke, heart disease, and other circulatory problems that can be triggered by high cholesterol. Under the direction of your doctor, heart tests should also be done on a regular basis.
Do not make decisions in the dark, however. Diabetes is a serious disease, and make sure whatever treatments you do, they are done with your doctor's knowledge and recommendations.
When it comes to a disease like diabetes, it seems as if everyone is an expert, but before you make decisions based on non-medical people's opinions, make sure you have your facts straight.
In general, the classic and typical symptoms of diabetes are weakness, fatigue, blurred vision, weight loss, thirst, frequent urination, and a larger-than-normal desire to eat. Not all diabetes patients exhibit all of these signs. In fact, rarely do any of them exhibit ALL of these signs, but when you see any of these signs, you may want to consider seeing your doctor and have it checked. Like almost any other ailment, early diagnosis of diabetes provides your best chance of beating it.
It is both interesting and alarming to note that many diabetics have virtually no symptoms of the ailment or the symptoms are so mild that they thought nothing of it. This presents a problem, because you don't want to go running off to the doctor every time you are thirsty or lose a few pounds (two of the symptoms listed above), but then again, you need to be aware of what is normal for you, and for diabetes symptoms that persist, you should see your doctor.
With type 1 diabetes, the patient can become very suddenly ill with little warning signs, and this may even require hospitalization. The sad truth is that since some diabetics do not exhibit symptoms or have very mild symptoms, many of them have diabetes that is undiagnosed for years. Studies seem to indicate that almost HALF of the millions of people who have diabetes are unaware of it, and because of this, doctors frequently see the situation where people already have diabetes-related organ damage by the time they are first diagnosed with diabetes.
The treatment of diabetes involves multiple things, primarily to eliminate the signs of high blood sugars. This helps to alleviate any long term complications that can result and allows the patient to live as normal a life as possible, depending of course of the severity of the affliction. But since no two diabetics are alike, the treatment really needs to be tailored to the specific person and their specific level of severity in order for the treatment to be as effective as possible.
The biggest and most effective treatment of diabetes consists of exercise and proper nutrition. Those are also the biggest defense against diabetes if you do not have it. For type 1 diabetes, they need to regulate their insulin shot or intake with their calorie intake to ensure they are balanced properly. For the type 2 diabetes patient, their diet should consist of low saturated fat and also portion control. Typically, type 2 diabetes patients should lose a few pounds, and this treatment will help to decrease blood sugars and allow then to shed a few extra pounds.
Studies have shown that approximately 75% of diabetics die of heart disease, stroke, or other types of circulatory problems. Therefore, part of the diabetes treatment should also include quitting smoking, maintaining good blood pressure readings, and having your cholesterol checked regularly to keep it under control. Aggressively lowering of your cholesterol level, especially the "bad" LDL cholesterol will aid greatly by decreasing the chance of stroke, heart disease, and other circulatory problems that can be triggered by high cholesterol. Under the direction of your doctor, heart tests should also be done on a regular basis.
Do not make decisions in the dark, however. Diabetes is a serious disease, and make sure whatever treatments you do, they are done with your doctor's knowledge and recommendations.
Thursday, June 14, 2007
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