Diabetic patients use different therapies to control the complication of the disorder. Aspirin is one of the most commonly used therapies for diabetic patients. Though the actual effect of aspirin towards diabetes is vague, aspirin therapy is found to be effective, up to certain extent, in diabetic patients.
Aspirin therapies are generally used to control the cardiovascular diseases in diabetic patients. Death rate in diabetic patients is four times more in the patients with cardiovascular diseases. The major cardiovascular diseases associated with a diabetic patient are atherosclerosis, and vascular thrombosis. The reason for rise in cardiovascular diseases in diabetic patients is due to the increased production of thromboxane. This increase in production of thromboxane causes aggregation of platelets in the blood. Due to aggregation of platelets, the circulation of blood is blocked at some parts of the body. Aspirin therapies are given to diabetic patients to impede the process of aggregation of platelets, by acetylating the enzyme cyclo-oxygenage, which helps in the aggregation of platelets.
Experimental analysis have shown that giving a lower dose of aspirin to a diabetic patients with cardiovascular diseases is useful, as a secondary strategy, for lowering cardiovascular diseases. In another study, it was found that giving aspirin therapy, of around 320 mg/day to diabetic patients, is useful in lowering the diabetic cardiovascular disease.
Giving aspirin therapy to a diabetic patient is helpful in preventing diabetic retinopathy. An experimental study about the effect of aspirin on diabetic retinopathy reveals that aspirin therapy may be used as a primary and secondary preventive measure for diabetic retinopathy. Though this mode of therapy is not recommended yet.
In an experimental study of about 20,000 diabetic patients with cardiovascular diseases and myocardial infarction, aspirin therapy is found to be useful in lowering the cardiovascular diseases by 16%, and by 68% with myocardial infarction. Aspirin therapy is useful in diabetic patients who have blood less than 160mmHg.
A dose of 70 mg of enteric-coated aspirin is effective enough to inhibit the synthesis of thromboxane. A lower dose of aspirin is better, as it is more effective with lower dose and also decreases the side effects of the therapy.
If aspirin therapy is used for a long time, it may cause bleeding on the walls of intestine, and may cause gastric mucosal injury. People who use aspirin for a long period may become a victim of hemorrhagic stroke. Use of aspirin also increases bleeding in other parts of body. Use of aspirin therapy has no effect on diabetic retinopathy, it neither improves nor cures in diabetic retinopathy. Use of aspirin may increase the problem of chronic renal diseases and blood pressure in the diabetic patients. Aspirin is not recommended for diabetic patients who are very young.
As always consult with your physician before starting any therapy.
Source:http://www.diabetic-tips.com/aspirin.htm
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Latest news related to your Heart!!!
Supplement made from Tomatoes may protect against heart disease
Scientists have found that a supplement made from tomatoes may protect against heart disease and strokes when taken daily. The supplement--called Ateronon--contains an active ingredient from the Mediterranean diet, lycopene, which blocks the bad cholesterol that can clog the arteries. In a preliminary trial of 150 patients with heart disease, Ateronon reduced the oxidation of harmful fats in the blood to almost zero within eight weeks. Though the supplement is being launched as a dietary supplement, experts say more trials are needed to determine its effectiveness.
Heart drug combinations linked to GI bleeding
According to new research, common drug combinations used to treat heart disease may increase a patient's risk of developing upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract perforations or bleeding. For the study, investigators looked at data on 78,084 patients from a Department of Veterans Affairs database. About 30 percent were prescribed combinations of two or three drugs to treat heart disease such as anticoagulant-antiplatelet (ACAP), aspirin-antiplatelet (ASAP), aspirin-anticoagulant (ASAC), or TRIP (aspirin-anticoagulant-antiplatelet). The researchers found that patients prescribed TRIP were four times more likely to have an upper GI bleed, while those given ASAP and ASAC drug combinations were two and a half times more likely. The fewest upper GI problems occurred among people taking ACAP.
Scientists have found that a supplement made from tomatoes may protect against heart disease and strokes when taken daily. The supplement--called Ateronon--contains an active ingredient from the Mediterranean diet, lycopene, which blocks the bad cholesterol that can clog the arteries. In a preliminary trial of 150 patients with heart disease, Ateronon reduced the oxidation of harmful fats in the blood to almost zero within eight weeks. Though the supplement is being launched as a dietary supplement, experts say more trials are needed to determine its effectiveness.
Heart drug combinations linked to GI bleeding
According to new research, common drug combinations used to treat heart disease may increase a patient's risk of developing upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract perforations or bleeding. For the study, investigators looked at data on 78,084 patients from a Department of Veterans Affairs database. About 30 percent were prescribed combinations of two or three drugs to treat heart disease such as anticoagulant-antiplatelet (ACAP), aspirin-antiplatelet (ASAP), aspirin-anticoagulant (ASAC), or TRIP (aspirin-anticoagulant-antiplatelet). The researchers found that patients prescribed TRIP were four times more likely to have an upper GI bleed, while those given ASAP and ASAC drug combinations were two and a half times more likely. The fewest upper GI problems occurred among people taking ACAP.
Saturday, May 30, 2009
Friday, May 29, 2009
An excellent article on Weight Loss!!!!
Five-Pronged Approach to Accelerate Weight Loss!!!!
It is very important to remember there are no magic pills that can melt your fat, overnight. Neither is sudden weight loss caused by excessive dieting, healthy. Healthy weight loss requires dedicated and sustained efforts over a considerable span of time. Here are five factors that are very crucial for successfully losing and controlling weight over a long period of time.
http://www.associatedcontent.comarticle/1797664/fivepronged_approach_to_accelerate.html
It is very important to remember there are no magic pills that can melt your fat, overnight. Neither is sudden weight loss caused by excessive dieting, healthy. Healthy weight loss requires dedicated and sustained efforts over a considerable span of time. Here are five factors that are very crucial for successfully losing and controlling weight over a long period of time.
http://www.associatedcontent.comarticle/1797664/fivepronged_approach_to_accelerate.html
Sunday, May 24, 2009
Top Ten Fat-Burning Foods!!!!
Fat-burning foods are rich in fiber and protein and are poor in fat. Protein foods do require more energy to digest than carbohydrates or fats. The protein content of these foods boosts your metabolism and increases the rate at which your body burns stored fat. Fiber also provides high satiety value, so you feel fuller, longer. Below mentioned are some effective fat burning foods.
Whole grain
Whole grain breads and cereals are a great source of fiber. They generally take a longer time and more energy to digest. Have a bowl of whole grain cereal with skim milk for breakfast, daily.
Beans
Beans are low in fat and high in quality protein. They also have the added bonus of soluble fiber’s disease-preventing qualities. The soluble fiber traps bile and lowers LDL (bad) cholesterol without affecting HDL (good) cholesterol.
Chilies
Chilies are full of vitamins. The compound capsaicin present in chilies temporarily stimulates your body to release some stress hormones, which boost your metabolism and cause you to burn more calories. But excessive intake can cause acidity and heartburn.
Lean meat
The leanest meat pieces are excellent sources of protein with low fat content. The protein helps boost your metabolism, lose fat and build lean muscle tissue so you burn more calories.
Low-fat dairy products
Low fat yogurt or milk can boost weight loss efforts due to calcium content, according to a study in the April issue of Obesity Research. They also contain a hunger suppressant protein called casein that helps reduce hunger pangs.
Eggs
Eggs are also a good source of high protein. So start having eggs for breakfast, as research shows that the morning meal fires up your metabolism and increases your energy levels to tackle the day ahead or your morning workout. If you are worried about your cholesterol levels, then you may avoid the egg yolk.
Green tea
Green tea has been known as a health drink for years. Green tea contains caffeine, which is a decent fat burner. Green tea also has high amounts of catechins and polyphenols, which give your body a small boost in burning up calories. Catechins appear to prevent absorption of fat and to stabilize glucose levels in the body.
Green leafy vegetables
Green leafy vegetables are packed with vitamins and minerals and fibre. The fibre helps to burn fat. It also increases satiety and gives a feeling of fullness.
Berries
Berries are a powerhouse of nutrition -- full of vitamins and minerals. The fibre found in berries makes them a fat burning food.
Almonds
Almonds are a fatty food, but they can help burn body fat. They are loaded with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants and heart-healthy fat. They are also a good source of fibre and protein. Nuts also help your body maintain good levels of fat burning hormones, as well as control your appetite and cravings so that you essentially eat less calories overall, even though you're consuming a high-fat food.
Whole grain
Whole grain breads and cereals are a great source of fiber. They generally take a longer time and more energy to digest. Have a bowl of whole grain cereal with skim milk for breakfast, daily.
Beans
Beans are low in fat and high in quality protein. They also have the added bonus of soluble fiber’s disease-preventing qualities. The soluble fiber traps bile and lowers LDL (bad) cholesterol without affecting HDL (good) cholesterol.
Chilies
Chilies are full of vitamins. The compound capsaicin present in chilies temporarily stimulates your body to release some stress hormones, which boost your metabolism and cause you to burn more calories. But excessive intake can cause acidity and heartburn.
Lean meat
The leanest meat pieces are excellent sources of protein with low fat content. The protein helps boost your metabolism, lose fat and build lean muscle tissue so you burn more calories.
Low-fat dairy products
Low fat yogurt or milk can boost weight loss efforts due to calcium content, according to a study in the April issue of Obesity Research. They also contain a hunger suppressant protein called casein that helps reduce hunger pangs.
Eggs
Eggs are also a good source of high protein. So start having eggs for breakfast, as research shows that the morning meal fires up your metabolism and increases your energy levels to tackle the day ahead or your morning workout. If you are worried about your cholesterol levels, then you may avoid the egg yolk.
Green tea
Green tea has been known as a health drink for years. Green tea contains caffeine, which is a decent fat burner. Green tea also has high amounts of catechins and polyphenols, which give your body a small boost in burning up calories. Catechins appear to prevent absorption of fat and to stabilize glucose levels in the body.
Green leafy vegetables
Green leafy vegetables are packed with vitamins and minerals and fibre. The fibre helps to burn fat. It also increases satiety and gives a feeling of fullness.
Berries
Berries are a powerhouse of nutrition -- full of vitamins and minerals. The fibre found in berries makes them a fat burning food.
Almonds
Almonds are a fatty food, but they can help burn body fat. They are loaded with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants and heart-healthy fat. They are also a good source of fibre and protein. Nuts also help your body maintain good levels of fat burning hormones, as well as control your appetite and cravings so that you essentially eat less calories overall, even though you're consuming a high-fat food.
Monday, May 11, 2009
TOP TEN SLIMMING FOODS!!!
1.EGGS: Egg protein is filling and is easily absorbed by our body, so you eat less later in the day. Protein helps in building muscles, which help us increase our BMR- i.e. rate at which we burn our calories.
2.SPINACH: It contains very low calories and is a rich source of fiber besides being a powerhouse of essential nutrients.
3.WILD SALMON / SARDINES: Both are loaded with Omega 3 fatty acids which improves insulin sensitivity, helps build muscles and decrease belly fat. The more muscles you have, more the calories you burn. Both are also rich sources of proteins.
4.LENTILS: They are high in protein and soluble fiber- two nutrients that stabilize blood sugar levels and prevent insulin spikes that cause our body to create excess fat, especially in the abdominal region..
5.OATS: They are very good for weight loss, managing diabetes, lowering bad cholesterol and reducing toxin load on the Liver.
6.APPLES: Apples are high in fiber, which makes them filling, thus controlling our appetite.
7.POMEGRANATES: They are low in calories and high in fiber. They are also loaded with antioxidants and folate.
8.AVOCADO: It contains the heart healthy monounsaturated fat, which increases satiety, thus controlling your appetite.
9.YOGHURT: With its combination of carbohydrates, protein and healthy fat it can stave off hunger by keeping blood sugar levels steady.
10.CHILLIES : They are known for boosting up the metabolism. Chillies contain a compound called capsaicin, which has thermogenic effect, which means the body continues to burn extra calories for twenty minutes after you eat the chillies.
2.SPINACH: It contains very low calories and is a rich source of fiber besides being a powerhouse of essential nutrients.
3.WILD SALMON / SARDINES: Both are loaded with Omega 3 fatty acids which improves insulin sensitivity, helps build muscles and decrease belly fat. The more muscles you have, more the calories you burn. Both are also rich sources of proteins.
4.LENTILS: They are high in protein and soluble fiber- two nutrients that stabilize blood sugar levels and prevent insulin spikes that cause our body to create excess fat, especially in the abdominal region..
5.OATS: They are very good for weight loss, managing diabetes, lowering bad cholesterol and reducing toxin load on the Liver.
6.APPLES: Apples are high in fiber, which makes them filling, thus controlling our appetite.
7.POMEGRANATES: They are low in calories and high in fiber. They are also loaded with antioxidants and folate.
8.AVOCADO: It contains the heart healthy monounsaturated fat, which increases satiety, thus controlling your appetite.
9.YOGHURT: With its combination of carbohydrates, protein and healthy fat it can stave off hunger by keeping blood sugar levels steady.
10.CHILLIES : They are known for boosting up the metabolism. Chillies contain a compound called capsaicin, which has thermogenic effect, which means the body continues to burn extra calories for twenty minutes after you eat the chillies.
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
How To Detoxify Your System Naturally.......
Some of the worst culprits for causing built up of toxins in our system include:
*Salty foods which cause fluid retention and puffiness.
*Those made with refined sugar which cause increased blood sugar levels.
*Alcohol and caffeine which cause dehydration and lead to sluggish Liver function.
For our own body to perform to its maximum potential, toxins need to be flushed out. Fluid intake alone will not help. To purify our system, it is neccessary to restore essential Vitamins and Minerals. This can be achieved by following a regimen of fruit juices combined with healthy and balanced diet.
Select foods with high water content like cucumber, celery, lettuce, etc. Grapefruits are good metabolic stimulants; grapes are high in potassium (essential in maintaining normal Kidney functions), bananas and avocados digest slowly, thus helping to maintain blood sugar in healthy range.
Foods to include for detoxification:
*Fruits
*Fruit juice
*Vegetables
*Beans and lentils
*Sprouted pulses
*Oats
*Potatoes
*Brown rice
*Live natural yoghurt
*Fresh buttermilk
*Virgin olive oil and natural vinegar
*Garlic, ginger and fresh herbs
*Spices like cinnamon, cumin seeds, ground black pepper, etc
*Green tea
*Water-at least 2 liters a day.
*Salty foods which cause fluid retention and puffiness.
*Those made with refined sugar which cause increased blood sugar levels.
*Alcohol and caffeine which cause dehydration and lead to sluggish Liver function.
For our own body to perform to its maximum potential, toxins need to be flushed out. Fluid intake alone will not help. To purify our system, it is neccessary to restore essential Vitamins and Minerals. This can be achieved by following a regimen of fruit juices combined with healthy and balanced diet.
Select foods with high water content like cucumber, celery, lettuce, etc. Grapefruits are good metabolic stimulants; grapes are high in potassium (essential in maintaining normal Kidney functions), bananas and avocados digest slowly, thus helping to maintain blood sugar in healthy range.
Foods to include for detoxification:
*Fruits
*Fruit juice
*Vegetables
*Beans and lentils
*Sprouted pulses
*Oats
*Potatoes
*Brown rice
*Live natural yoghurt
*Fresh buttermilk
*Virgin olive oil and natural vinegar
*Garlic, ginger and fresh herbs
*Spices like cinnamon, cumin seeds, ground black pepper, etc
*Green tea
*Water-at least 2 liters a day.
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