Saturday, November 26, 2011

Health and Beauty Tips

!±8± Health and Beauty Tips

Diabetes - General Information

Artificial Pancreas Safe, Effective in Early Study
An "artificial pancreas" designed to deliver the key blood sugar-regulating hormone insulin to diabetic patients without the need for injections has been found safe and effective in a preliminary study with ten patients.

The device is an insulin reservoir, implanted in the tissue lining the abdominal cavity and connected to a sensor implanted in the jugular vein. The reservoir requires insulin refills every month or so. When the sensor detects an increase in blood glucose, the reservoir delivers the required amount of insulin.

Blood Glucose Testing

Most insurances now pay for diabetics to have blood glucose monitoring equipment in the home. Keeping the machines clean and in good working order are vital for accurate results. Follow the manufacturers' instructions for proper cleaning and maintenance.

Blood Glucose Testing Tip

Be sure hands are clean before performing the test, but don't use alcohol to cleanse your fingertip. It's drying and may cause fingertips to crack. Wash hands with a mild antibacterial soap like Dial.

Diabetes Test After Heart Attack Shows Future Risk

Testing patients who have had heart attacks for signs of diabetes before they leave the hospital may identify those with the highest risk of future heart attacks. Many people hospitalized for a heart attack have undiagnosed diabetes or prediabetes, a term coined to describe the millions of overweight and obese people who have blood sugar levels suggesting an elevated risk of full-blown diabetes. Medications, exercise and diet changes, all of which can restore normal glucose levels, may reduce the risk of heart attacks in patients who have already had a heart attack.

Diabetic Dental Care

Immaculate mouth care is a must. Diabetics are much more prone to gum disease. More frequent dental visits may be needed and careful brushing and flossing are a necessity. Avoid ill-fitting dentures that may cause mouth sores.

Diabetic Eye Care

If you're a diabetic, regular visits to your eye care professional are a must to prevent problems that could lead to blindness.

Diabetic Foot Care Tips

* Take the pressure off your feet by losing weight if you are obese.

* Inspect your feet at least once per day. If you can't see well, ask someone to do it for you.

* Wash feet with mild soap and lukewarm water daily.

* Wear white cotton socks rather than synthetic ones with dyes.

* Don't go barefoot or wear ill-fitting shoes.

* See a podiatrist regularly for toenail trims and other routine maintenance.

Diabetics Are Prone to Foot Problems

Diabetics have decreased sensation and circulation in their feet making them prone to foot infections/wounds that could eventually lead to amputation.

Drug Could Delay Diabetes

Acarbose, a drug that blocks the digestion of starch, could prevent or delay the development of the most common form of diabetes in those with slightly high blood sugar.

Exercises to Avoid

Diabetics should avoid exercises that involve pushing or pulling heavy objects and lifting weights. Blood sugar levels and blood pressure are raised during this kind of exercise.

FDA Approves New Sweetener Neotame

A non-nutritive sweetener said to be 7,000 to 13,000 times sweeter than sugar received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to be marketed as an additive in candies, soft drinks and various other products.

Like other familiar sweeteners, Neotame is a white crystalline powder that dissolves in water. It is made by Monsanto, which also makes NutraSweet's sweetener Equal. Neotame is approved for use in baked goods, nonalcoholic beverages, chewing gum, confections, frozen desserts, gelatins and puddings, jams, jellies, fruit, juices, toppings and syrups.

The FDA declared the product to be safe for consumption after reviewing more than 113 animal and human studies, some of which looked at any possible links with cancer-causing or neurological side effects.

Inhaled Insulin

Inhaled insulin may soon offer an alternative to needles for people with diabetes.
Novo Nordisk, a Denmark-based company, has ongoing clinical trials to test the safety and effectiveness of an electronic pulmonary insulin system. They say it may be available in the United States and Europe within a few years.
This is the first electronic pulmonary insulin system currently being tested in clinical trials. It works by converting a special liquid insulin into aerosol particles, which are inhaled into the lungs.

Regular Exercise Is a Must

Exercise is extremely important for diabetics as it strengthens the cardiovascular system, increases circulation to the arms and legs and helps control blood sugar levels. Walking, jogging, rowing and swimming are best.

Shoes for Diabetics

* Avoid plastic shoes and waterproof shoes. They encourage perspiration and fungal growth.

* Avoid tight or unventilated footwear.

* Don't wear boots all day.

* Choose cotton or leather shoes.

* Wear sandals as much as possible in the summer.

* Don't wear the same shoes two days in a row.

* Air shoes in the sun to inhibit fungal growth.

Small, Frequent Meals

Diabetics should follow their American Diabetic Association diet and eat small meals more frequently such as three small meals with one or two healthful snacks between meals. This helps maintain a more stable blood sugar level.

Treatment of Hyperglycemia

Some symptoms of hyperglycemia (high blood sugar) are: excessive urination, weight loss, excessive hunger and thirst. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, you should see your doctor.

Treatment of Hypoglycemia

Some symptoms of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) are: cool, clammy skin, numbness of the mouth, a fluttering in your chest, hunger and feeling faint. Emergency treatment includes ingesting something containing sugar like orange juice, a candy bar, or sugared soda pop. Follow that with some cheese or peanut butter crackers to sustain your blood sugar level.

What's an Exchange?

In an exchange diet, foods that are similar are grouped together. Serving sizes are well defined so that each will have the same amount of carbohydrate, fat, and protein as any other. Foods can be "exchanged" or traded with others in a category while still meeting the desired overall goals. Exchanges can be applied to most any eating situation and may make it easier to follow a prescribed diet. For example, if a nutrition plan calls for one starch exchange a person could choose 1/2 cup of cooked pasta, OR one slice of bread, OR a small (3 oz.) baked potato.


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Friday, November 18, 2011

2 Oyster Dinner Recipes Plus Oyster Cooking Tips

!±8± 2 Oyster Dinner Recipes Plus Oyster Cooking Tips

Every few months my husband and I enjoy treating ourselves to a homemade oyster dinner. Most of the time we bake them in a casserole-style recipe as we don't enjoy just plain steamed oysters.

Oysters should be purchased fresh and then placed into the refrigerator and consumed as soon as possible. Some people say they can last up to 2 weeks refrigerated, but I say that is too long. I believe you should consume them within 3-4 days after purchasing them.

You can purchase a special knife that is found in kitchen and cooking stores called a oyster knife, which will help you to easily open the shell and remove the meat. You will insert the knife blade into the back hinge side of the shell and then twist it, until the shell opens.

Scalloped Oysters

1 pint oysters
1 cup fine bread crumbs
1/2 cup coarse cracker crumbs
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup oyster liquid
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon celery salt
butter for greasing the baking dish

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Wash and drain oysters until they are clean. Using a 9 x 13" baking dish, rub the bottom and sides with softened butter. In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs with the softened butter until mixed and crumbly, then layer bread crumbs on the bottom of the baking dish. Arrange the clean oysters on top of bread crumbs and then finish up with the cracker crumbs on top. Season the top layer with salt, pepper and celery salt. Finally, pour the oyster liquid over the top. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 30 minutes or until done.

Deep-Fried Oyster Fritters

1 cup oyster meat
1/4 cup evaporated milk
2 eggs
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 cup all-purpose flour

Cook and drain the oysters, then remove the meat. In a large bowl, combine the evaporated milk, eggs, salt, black pepper, butter and baking powder. Stir in the flour until ingredients are combined. If the mixture is a little runny, stir in extra flour until its a thickened batter. Stir in the oyster meat and allow to stand for 5 minutes. Heat your deep fryer up to about 350 degrees and deep fry your coated oysters for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.


2 Oyster Dinner Recipes Plus Oyster Cooking Tips

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Saturday, November 5, 2011

Best Sandwich Maker Review

!±8± Best Sandwich Maker Review

Sandwich makers were very popular round the world since they were invented in the early 1920s. Even till the 70s they were widely used to make sandwiches. It was only after that, that a number of other designs came in and displaced the sandwich maker from its favored position.

Nowadays you get the sandwich presses that not only toast the bread, but also give you the option of making your sandwiches or panini sandwiches in them. They are also not much more expensive than the sandwich makers and are in fact a better option than even the old toasters.

The toasters that predate the toastie makers are still popular today simply because they offer the ability to make crispy toast while the sandwich maker will give you crispy toast only if you do not include any butter or cheese or anything that will melt and soak into the bread.

When looking for a machine, unless you are really particular about the sealed in contents, go with the normal one. The Proctor Silex 25401 is a good option here. Although you still cannot make as big sandwiches as if you had a panini sandwich maker, it is still a low cost option that you can bear in mind because it does the job. Because it does not seal the sides, you can take your sandwich after it is done and then put in a slice of cheese inside after that.

Most toastie makers are used often only in the weeks immediately after you purchase it. It is therefore a good option to get the cheapest one that you can find. Going in for a really expensive one would only be a waste of money. Many of the plastic ones are sturdy enough and as long as you don't try to put in a really massive sandwich and then try to clip it shut, even the clip will hold.

Most people who give bad ratings say that the clip is the first to go, and they will be the ones who want to make a jumbo sandwich. The toastie makers is not built to make this kind of sandwich. What it does best is to seal in just a little bit of filling with a little grated cheese so that you can carry it with you. A toastie maker is not to be used if you want to make something and eat it immediately. There are a number of better options out there. If however you want to have sandwiches for lunch, this is the best option for you. You get two sandwiches within just three or four minutes and there are very few other kinds of food that you can say the same for.


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