Tag: Middle-aged and Elderly Health

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Seven Common Misunderstandings of Arthritis

People often regard arthritis as a senile disease. In fact, people of all ages, even children, are likely to suffer from this disease. Relevant data show that the total incidence rate of arthritis in our country is about 13%. Early prevention, early diagnosis and early treatment are required for this disease. Dr. Clove compiled 7 common misunderstandings about osteoarthritis for everyone: Myth 1: Arthritis is a geriatric disease Fact: Everyone can get arthritis Myth 2: Arthritis is caused by cold and humid climate. Fact: Climate itself is neither a cause nor a cure. Myth 3: There is a cure for arthritis Fact: There is no complete cure for arthritis Myth 4: Arthritis is caused by improper diet. Fact: There is Read More …

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Ketoacidosis, a critical acute complication of diabetes

Ketoacidosis is a serious acute complication of diabetes, which can lead to coma and even death. When cells in the body lack sufficient glucose to supply energy, the body will supply energy by burning fat, and ketone body is the metabolite of fat burning. In diabetic patients, the body is not sensitive to insulin or lacks insulin, which prevents glucose from entering cells to supply energy with the help of insulin. Although the blood sugar of patients is very high, the cells are still in a state of energy shortage. The body has to burn fat to supply energy, while at the same time, it produces a large number of ketones. When a large number of ketones accumulate in the Read More …

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Diabetes, do you know how terrible [infection] is to you?

Healthy people are invaded by bacteria and viruses, The white blood cells in the body will attack them, For those whose blood sugar control is unstable, White blood cells will become lazy, It is easy for foreign aggression to be infected and not to work hard. And once the infection occurs and is not easy to control, This is a problem that every diabetic needs to face. Infection, Nightmare of Diabetics 1. Hyperglycemia Makes Infection More Severe Patients with Blood Glucose Levels of 11.1 mmol/L or More, Resistance is only about half that of healthy people. Some [crab soldiers and shrimps] that are not worth mentioning to healthy people may also trigger a vigorous [fierce battle]. On the other hand, Read More …

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How about sugar-free moon cakes and health-care moon cakes? Doctor Clove teaches you how to eat healthily during the festival.

I don’t know that since what, everyone has also begun to treat moon cakes cautiously. The biggest problem with moon cakes lies in their high sugar and fat content. Moon cakes have less water and more oil and sugar. And oil and sugar are such things that have very high calories. One gram of sugar or starch has 4 kilocalories. One gram of fat has 9 kilocalories. Not to mention young people who need bodybuilding, for old friends with chronic diseases, especially diabetes, these calories are severe tests of body functions. So, aren’t there various [healthy moon cakes] introduced by businesses now, such as sugar-free moon cakes and health-care moon cakes, etc. Are these healthy moon cakes really healthier? Sugar-free Read More …

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If you have lived bravely, you should also die with dignity.

Death, like birth, growth, maturity, childbirth and aging, is a reality and a necessity. I am afraid of going from bad to worse. I am afraid of relying on others, dragging down relatives and the humiliation brought by pain and despair, far more than I am afraid of death. Cherish the days together One day at dinner, I opened a bottle of red wine and poured Grandma a cup bottom. Grandma tasted it and said: Well, yes, like Shi wine from my hometown, pour me some more. I filled her another cup and let her enjoy it slowly. Grandma tasted the wine very carefully, and her expression was very satisfied and serene, which made people feel steadfast and warm. As Read More …

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13 Frequently Asked Questions on Prevention of Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is a common disease among the middle-aged and the elderly, but prevention can be done well when one is young through reasonable diet and exercise. 1. Is osteoporosis an inevitable process from young to old? A: It can be said to be a natural manifestation of aging. But this kind of aging performance is not unchangeable. The average person starts at the age of 30, Each organ of the body will begin to degenerate in a series of ways. Bones are no exception, women happen faster. It is suggested to start to pay attention to the prevention of osteoporosis at the age of 30, including diet, exercise, etc. It is too late to prevent or deal with it when Read More …

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The warm invention of the teenager made the grandfather of Alzheimer’s disease no longer lose.

Can’t name an acquaintance; Take pains to think of some common words. Repeatedly asking questions that have already been answered; Forget what you just did; Get lost in a familiar place; Character change, easy to get angry or indifferent; Not paying attention to personal hygiene; … … These are all early warning signals for Alzheimer’s disease, suggesting the possibility of mild cognitive impairment, and seeking help from a doctor in time. Once the diagnosis is clear, intervention and treatment should be carried out as soon as possible. Why do I know this? Because my grandfather is a patient with Alzheimer’s disease. If you are interested, I would like to tell you our story. Grandpa was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, My Read More …

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There is so much [invisible salt] in these foods!

Studies have found that excessive sodium intake will increase the risks of hypertension, stroke and cardiovascular diseases. In addition, it is also related to the high incidence of osteoporosis, kidney stones, gastric cancer and other diseases. The 2010 edition of the U.S. Dietary Guidelines recommends that the average daily intake of sodium should not exceed 1,500 milligrams, and sodium is the main component of salt. Such a large amount of sodium, corresponding to salt, should not exceed 3.8 grams, which is equivalent to a small beer bottle cap and a little less. The measurable tools we use in our daily life can generally use spoons or tea spoons, which are filled with fine salt and have a mass of about Read More …