FRIDAY, July 27 (Healthday News) -- Weight control through diet and exercise can prevent most cases of Type 2 Diabetes in American women over age 50, a new study finds. read more..
Sunday, 29 July 2012
Type 2 Diabetes-Weight Control-Healthday News-American Women-Diabetes Risk
Monday, 7 May 2012
Ottawa Public Library-Physical Health-Type 2 Diabetes-Bike Trails
Over the last 25 years, many of our daily routines have become less and less active. In fact, 68% of Canadian men and 69% of women spend the majority of their waking hours sitting, an average of 9 hours a day. Think about your daily work routine and add-up the hours. Does it take a long time to drive into office? Is it a series of meetings or long stretches in front of a computer screen? Being physically active is good for your mental and physical health, it reduces your risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes, osteoporosis, and breast and colon cancers. [[MORE]]Employers are starting to encourage more physical activity in the workplace. They see the benefits of good health for their employees, the environment, and they see increased productivity, less absenteeism, and fewer injuries. One way workplaces can help is encourage employees biking or walking to work. Why not talk with your boss about starting such a program. It will change your day and your co-workers. Here are a few things to consider:
- Contact the EnviroCentre to find out more or even plan a Bike to Work program in your workplace
- Racks for locking up bikes
- Facilities for lockers and showers or somewhere close-by to use like a gym
- Maps posted of the local bike trails and footpaths
- Support groups to set up a buddy system for walking or biking to work
- Information for travel planning and being safe
- Information on bus routes for co-workers who wish to use the bus as well as walking and biking
- Borrow a pedometer from any branch of Ottawa Public Library and to motivate yourself and your colleagues by counting steps.
Thursday, 29 March 2012
Lifestyle Changes-Type 2 Diabetes-Healthday News-Weight Loss-Exercise
WEDNESDAY, March 28 (Healthday News) -- Weight loss and regular Exercise help prevent disability in obese people with type 2 diabetes, according to new research. read more..
Thursday, 16 February 2012
Type 2 Diabetes-Risk
Did you know your Risk for Type 2 Diabetes drops 33 percent when you regularly exercise three times a week for 20 minutes? We're wondering...How many times a week do you exercise? read more..
Saturday, 11 February 2012
Type 2 Diabetes-Sugar Problems-Alec Baldwin-Prevention
After becoming pre-diabetic, Alec Baldwin lost 30 pounds. Whether you're already diabetic or diabetes isn't on your radar, your road to a diabetes-free life doesn't have to be that extreme. Learn how you can prevent sugar problems from starting altogether:12 Ways to Never Get Diabetes - Prevention.comhttp://www.prevention.com/health/diabetes/12-ways-never-get-diabetes?cm_mmc=Facebook-_-Prevention-_-Content-Health-_-DiabetesProofYourLifeIf you're worried about diabetes or prediabetes, follow these tips to control blood sugar and prevent insulin resistance. This advice about weight loss and exercise can help prevent type 2 diabetes, from Prevention. read more..
Monday, 30 January 2012
Strong Association-Type 2 Diabetes-Red Meat
RED MEAT LINKED TO INCREASED RISK OF TYPE 2 DIABETES: There is a strong association between the consumption of red meat particularly when the meat is processed and an increased risk of type 2 diabetes. The study shows that replacing red meat with healthier proteins, such as low fat dairy, nuts, or whole grains significantly lower the risk. It is found that daily 100gms serving of unprocessed red meat was associated with 19% increased risk of type 2 diabetes and one daily serving of 50gms of processed red meat (for eg one hot dog, or sausage or two slices of bacon) was associated with 51% increased risk. Worldwide, diabetes has reached epidemic levels, affecting millions of adults, most have type 2 diabetes which is primarily link to obesity, physical inactivity and an unhealthy diet. read more..