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In writing this post aboard a flight from Dallas to Miami, the 2nd flight in today's journey across North America, from the Pacific Northwest to the Caribbean waters of Florida. I'll be spending the next four days in Miami for a National Event hosted by ViSalus.
Tomorrow night over 20,000 Visalians will converge on the American Airlines Arena for an event featuring non-stop excitement. We will cheer, learn, congratulate, and party our way through the weekend.
For the next four days diabetes goes on hold for me. A strange and foreign idea, but Dylan is still at d-camp, and I am traveling alone (well, as alone as you can get with 20,000+ coworkers) for the first time in ten years. No spouse, no kids, no diabetes. Just me and a weekend of learning how to further share the world's largest and most successful health platform.
To say the feeling is odd wouldn't do it justice. No D? It's a foreign concept. Alien even.
30 Eylül 2012 Pazar
Local Diabetes Day Camp Just Announced!
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The DEC clinic at Lions Gate Hospital (operating out of the West Vancouver Community Center) is offering a week long day camp August 20-24. The camp is fully supervised by LGH staff and will include some diabetes education, with a focus on having fun. Participants will go different exciting adventures everyday - including going up Grouse Mountain for a day, and pitch & putt golfing at Ambleside Park! Cost for the week is only $50. For more information, call 604-984-5752.
Taking Responsibility
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July is almost at a close already...where did the month go?
I feel completely out of touch with the blogging world lately, and with my DOC family. I have been so absent this month; I've barely posted at all, I've missed every DSMA this month (though I will be participating tonight!), and haven't even been keeping up with reading my fave blogs.
Why? I'm not totally sure why. I've actually been far less busy than usual. There has been a colossal amount of stress in our household over the past 2 months and it's affecting my ability to manage my time wisely. Everything seems to take longer than it should and require more effort than it should. I guess I've been depressed. Regardless, it hasn't been good and I've had enough.
Thankfully, this is something that is within my power to change. So here it is: my public declaration to get my life back on track; to pick myself up, dust myself off, and become present in my own life again. Starting today I will:
I feel completely out of touch with the blogging world lately, and with my DOC family. I have been so absent this month; I've barely posted at all, I've missed every DSMA this month (though I will be participating tonight!), and haven't even been keeping up with reading my fave blogs.
Why? I'm not totally sure why. I've actually been far less busy than usual. There has been a colossal amount of stress in our household over the past 2 months and it's affecting my ability to manage my time wisely. Everything seems to take longer than it should and require more effort than it should. I guess I've been depressed. Regardless, it hasn't been good and I've had enough.
Thankfully, this is something that is within my power to change. So here it is: my public declaration to get my life back on track; to pick myself up, dust myself off, and become present in my own life again. Starting today I will:
- blog regularly again (at least 5 days a week)
- participate in DSMA every week
- stay up-to-date with my blog reading
- continue to build meaningful connections with my DOC family
- keep track of how I am managing my time, by recording the activities I'm doing and for how long
- get back into a regular exercise routine
- limit what I put into my body (no alcohol, no grains, no processed foods, no sugar except that in fruit)
Diabetic Ice Cream Social Is Back!
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August 4th marks the second annual world-wide Diabetic Ice Cream Social!! Celebrating life, independence, creativity, and, of course, diabetes, the 2nd annual social has a very clear purpose: to show the world that people with diabetes can and will eat ice cream (or anything else they want, for that matter). The event is to happen August 4th, anytime, anywhere.
Too many times I have been told that my son cannot, or should not, eat this or that because it contains too much sugar. After six and a half years with type 1 diabetes, even people in our extended family will still ask me, "Can he eat this?" before serving him a piece of birthday cake at a family celebration. His standard response, "As long as I tell my pump," does not always resonate with them, no matter how many times he says it. Nor do my more detailed explanations of how with diabetes he must count carbohydrates, not sugar, and that he can essentially eat anything he wants, whenever he wants, as long as we bolus for the appropriate amount of insulin. Will we be eating ice cream on the 4th? You can count on it!!
For more info, there is a Facebook page created specifically for this event, and it can be found here. I have taken this event description directly from the Facebook site:
"This event is meant to showcase that we can LIVE, and THRIVE as Diabetics, and enjoy ourselves... That we do not have limits on life, and that we can live within our boundaries of moderation, education, and common sense. CELEBRATE your life every day... And laugh in the face of ignorance.
It doesn't matter how you eat your ice cream... Have one scoop or two, if you please, have it sugar free if you must, you can certainly have it low carb, or lactose free, or made with almond milk, you can have it be made of fruit, or a sorbet... Heck, you can even have a different treat, altogether, if you don't even like ice cream! :) (But try to have something that you typically would enjoy, and people would wrongly 'police' you and tell you that you can't eat it.) The point is... WE DIABETICS ARE CREATIVE, SAVVY, AND WE HAVE OPTIONS... AND WE KNOW OUR BODIES.
And NO ONE should tell us what we can, or cannot eat. We CHOOSE what we want to eat, and what we can handle... And we have glucose meters, and a vast array of glucose control tools to help us make our decisions!"
Thanks to Lizmari, Katrina, Debbie, Michelle, Lara, and Britt for organizing this terrific event!
And feel free to "friend" me on Facebook (Jen Leslie Aragon) so I can add you to the invite list!
Too many times I have been told that my son cannot, or should not, eat this or that because it contains too much sugar. After six and a half years with type 1 diabetes, even people in our extended family will still ask me, "Can he eat this?" before serving him a piece of birthday cake at a family celebration. His standard response, "As long as I tell my pump," does not always resonate with them, no matter how many times he says it. Nor do my more detailed explanations of how with diabetes he must count carbohydrates, not sugar, and that he can essentially eat anything he wants, whenever he wants, as long as we bolus for the appropriate amount of insulin. Will we be eating ice cream on the 4th? You can count on it!!
For more info, there is a Facebook page created specifically for this event, and it can be found here. I have taken this event description directly from the Facebook site:
"This event is meant to showcase that we can LIVE, and THRIVE as Diabetics, and enjoy ourselves... That we do not have limits on life, and that we can live within our boundaries of moderation, education, and common sense. CELEBRATE your life every day... And laugh in the face of ignorance.
It doesn't matter how you eat your ice cream... Have one scoop or two, if you please, have it sugar free if you must, you can certainly have it low carb, or lactose free, or made with almond milk, you can have it be made of fruit, or a sorbet... Heck, you can even have a different treat, altogether, if you don't even like ice cream! :) (But try to have something that you typically would enjoy, and people would wrongly 'police' you and tell you that you can't eat it.) The point is... WE DIABETICS ARE CREATIVE, SAVVY, AND WE HAVE OPTIONS... AND WE KNOW OUR BODIES.
And NO ONE should tell us what we can, or cannot eat. We CHOOSE what we want to eat, and what we can handle... And we have glucose meters, and a vast array of glucose control tools to help us make our decisions!"
Thanks to Lizmari, Katrina, Debbie, Michelle, Lara, and Britt for organizing this terrific event!
And feel free to "friend" me on Facebook (Jen Leslie Aragon) so I can add you to the invite list!
Saturday Shake-Up ~ July 28th
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"GO"berry Banana Smoothie
A combination of the Vi Shape nutritional shake mix and the ViSalus "GO" energy drink provides a double-dose of nutrients, energy, and wellness.
1/2 cup of frozen (unsweetened) blueberries
1/2 fresh banana
1 (2 fl. oz) bottle ViSalus GO
1/2 cup water
2 scoops Vi Shape shake mix
This smoothie is sure to wake you up and get you ready to tackle your day!
Nutritional Information 212 Cal, 1.7g fat, 36.9g carbs, 8.9g fiber, 13g protein.
Bonus: Vitamin E 50%, Thiamin 100%, Niacin 100%, Vitamin B6 100% (Based on a 2000 Calorie diet)
A combination of the Vi Shape nutritional shake mix and the ViSalus "GO" energy drink provides a double-dose of nutrients, energy, and wellness.
1/2 cup of frozen (unsweetened) blueberries1/2 fresh banana
1 (2 fl. oz) bottle ViSalus GO
1/2 cup water
2 scoops Vi Shape shake mix
This smoothie is sure to wake you up and get you ready to tackle your day!
Nutritional Information 212 Cal, 1.7g fat, 36.9g carbs, 8.9g fiber, 13g protein.
Bonus: Vitamin E 50%, Thiamin 100%, Niacin 100%, Vitamin B6 100% (Based on a 2000 Calorie diet)
29 Eylül 2012 Cumartesi
Autism Linked to Mom's Diabetes
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Mothers who are obese or who have diabetes appear to be more likely to have children with neurodevelopmental disorders, including autism....According to Paula Krakowiak, MS, a PhD candidate at the MIND Institute at the University of California Davis, and colleagues, maternal obesity was associated with greater odds of the offspring receiving a diagnosis of an autism spectrum disorder (OR 1.67, 95% CI 1.10 to 2.56) or a developmental delay (OR 2.08, 95% CI 1.20 to 3.61) by age 5. A combination of maternal metabolic conditions was associated with a range of impairments in the children's development, the researchers reported.Susan Hyman, MD, of the University of Rochester in Rochester, N.Y., who is the chair of the American Academy of Pediatrics' autism subcommittee, called the findings provocative. Although the observational study could not prove causal relationships, Hyman said the findings suggest that maternal metabolic disorders are contributing causes to autism and other developmental disorders.Roughly one in every 88 children has an autism spectrum disorder (ASD), according to a recent estimate from the CDC, and one in every 83 has another developmental delay.Hyman also said that if maternal metabolic conditions are adding to the burden of autism, it is likely a small contribution. She noted that other factors related to obesity that were not captured in the database could be involved in the relationships. She added that mothers of children with disabilities often scrutinize everything they did, ate, and were exposed to during their pregnancy to try to find an explanation.But, she said, "At the time of your child's diagnosis, that's all ancient history. What you have to concentrate on is what you can do, what are effective interventions ... being proactive and changing what you can change is really what research is all about. It's not about pointing fingers."Krakowiak agreed, noting that the study is preliminary and cannot prove cause and effect; it is possible there are other factors involved that independently affect obesity and autism. "So I would definitely not want moms to feel guilty for having any one of these conditions, and that being a cause of their child's disorder," she said.The exact cause of autism has not been identified, but both genetics and environmental factors are believed to be involved. Previous studies have identified an association between diabetes during pregnancy and general developmental impairments in the offspring, although research examining the relationship with autism has yielded mixed results.To further explore issue, Krakowiak and colleagues turned to the CHARGE (Childhood Autism Risks from Genetics and the Environment) study, an ongoing case-control study of children born in California. The current analysis included 1,004 children ages 2 to 5 -- 517 with an autism spectrum disorder, 172 with other developmental delays, and 315 with typical development.All of the children were evaluated using the Mullen Scales of Early Learning (MSEL) and the Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales (VABS), which assessed cognitive and adaptive development, respectively. The specific metabolic conditions assessed among the mothers were obesity, hypertension, and diabetes (either gestational diabetes or type 2 diabetes) during pregnancy.All three of the metabolic conditions were more frequent among the mothers of children with an ASD or other developmental delay. Combined, the rates were 28.6% for mothers of children with an ASD, 34.9% for mothers of children with a developmental delay, and 19.4% for mothers of typically developing children.After adjustment for sociodemographics and other factors, mothers who had one of the three conditions were more likely to have a child diagnosed with an ASD (OR 1.61) or developmental delay (OR 2.35).Maternal hypertension alone was not related to either outcome, and maternal diabetes was associated with greater odds of having a child with a developmental delay (OR 2.33), but not autism. Maternal obesity was associated both with ASD and developmental delay among the children.Among the children with an ASD, maternal diabetes was associated with "relatively small" impairments in expressive language. Among the children without an ASD, the combination of maternal conditions was associated with a wide range of deficits in cognition and adaptive development.Although a case-control study cannot prove cause and effect, there are some possible mechanisms to explain a relationship between maternal metabolic conditions and a child's neurodevelopment, according to Hyman.Maternal glucose, but not insulin, can cross the placenta. If the mother has elevated levels of glucose, the fetus will have to produce more insulin. The increased oxygen demand that results can induce intrauterine tissue hypoxia. Poorly regulated maternal glucose could also result in iron deficiency in the fetus. Both hypoxia and iron deficiency can harm the developing brain.An alternate explanation is that the proinflammatory cytokines present in mothers with metabolic conditions may impair fetal neurodevelopment.Hyman said all of these explanations are hypothetical and need to be studied further."I think that we have to look at this as a call to our society that there are multiple implications of the obesity epidemic that we need to consider, and that we need to be proactive in what we can do," she said. "What we can do is we can eat healthy and exercise, and this is a positive suggestion for change. There are so many things we can't change. We can change this."
Most diabetes amputations 'preventable'
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An estimated 80% of lower limb amputations in people with diabetes are preventable, a charity has revealed.
In Northern Ireland, there were 199 diabetes-related amputations last year.
A campaign has been launched aimed at putting a stop to preventable amputations.
'Putting Feet First' by Diabetes UK Northern Ireland wants to reduce diabetes-related amputations by 50% within five years.
Diabetes is a serious condition where the amount of glucose in your blood is too high.
People with Type 1 diabetes do not produce any insulin which is needed in order to control the levels of glucose in the blood. Those with Type 2 diabetes produce an insufficient amount of insulin - or can be insulin resistant.
If blood glucose levels are not maintained at normal levels, it can lead to long-term complications such as heart disease, stroke and amputation.
There are currently 73,500 people diagnosed with diabetes in the region.
Iain Foster, the charity's National Director, said: "A single preventable amputation is one too many so the fact that hundreds of people in Northern Ireland have endured unnecessary foot amputations is nothing short of shameful."
Amputations have a devastating effect on quality of life and so every amputation that results from poor healthcare is a tragedy.
Iain Foster
He explained that diabetic foot problems arise from reduced circulation and damaged nerve endings.
He said a big part of bringing this to an end is giving people with diabetes information about how to look after their feet.
The charity wants everyone with diabetes to get a thorough annual foot check and for a specialist diabetes foot care teams for foot ulcers to deal with referrals within 24 hours.
"Many people with diabetes aren't even aware that amputation is a potential complication. We also need to make sure that people with diabetes understand what healthcare they should be getting."
Mr Foster said there are opportunities within the current healthcare system for problems to be detected early - and treatment obtained - before complications set in.
The campaign will include working with healthcare professionals in GP practices and areas, such as A&E departments, to increase awareness of the signs of early complications and the need for a quick referral to specialist staff.
He added: "Quality of care makes a big difference to amputation rates. Foot ulcers can deteriorate in a matter of hours so failing to refer someone quickly enough can literally be the difference between losing a foot and keeping it."
"It is a scandal that needs to be brought to an end."
In Northern Ireland, there were 199 diabetes-related amputations last year.
A campaign has been launched aimed at putting a stop to preventable amputations.
'Putting Feet First' by Diabetes UK Northern Ireland wants to reduce diabetes-related amputations by 50% within five years.
Diabetes is a serious condition where the amount of glucose in your blood is too high.
People with Type 1 diabetes do not produce any insulin which is needed in order to control the levels of glucose in the blood. Those with Type 2 diabetes produce an insufficient amount of insulin - or can be insulin resistant.
If blood glucose levels are not maintained at normal levels, it can lead to long-term complications such as heart disease, stroke and amputation.
There are currently 73,500 people diagnosed with diabetes in the region.
Iain Foster, the charity's National Director, said: "A single preventable amputation is one too many so the fact that hundreds of people in Northern Ireland have endured unnecessary foot amputations is nothing short of shameful."
Amputations have a devastating effect on quality of life and so every amputation that results from poor healthcare is a tragedy.
Iain Foster
He explained that diabetic foot problems arise from reduced circulation and damaged nerve endings.
He said a big part of bringing this to an end is giving people with diabetes information about how to look after their feet.
The charity wants everyone with diabetes to get a thorough annual foot check and for a specialist diabetes foot care teams for foot ulcers to deal with referrals within 24 hours.
"Many people with diabetes aren't even aware that amputation is a potential complication. We also need to make sure that people with diabetes understand what healthcare they should be getting."
Mr Foster said there are opportunities within the current healthcare system for problems to be detected early - and treatment obtained - before complications set in.
The campaign will include working with healthcare professionals in GP practices and areas, such as A&E departments, to increase awareness of the signs of early complications and the need for a quick referral to specialist staff.
He added: "Quality of care makes a big difference to amputation rates. Foot ulcers can deteriorate in a matter of hours so failing to refer someone quickly enough can literally be the difference between losing a foot and keeping it."
"It is a scandal that needs to be brought to an end."
9 Footwear Do's and Don'ts
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Our poor feet. They withstand lots of abuse, quickly carrying us to last-minute outings, pounding the pavement on mind-clearing runs, and being squeezed into impractical (but fashionable) shoes. But we need to take care of them to avoid foot pain, injury, and other ailments. So do your tootsies a favor and follow these healthy tips.
Don't wear high heels for too long. We've all been there: out on the town in an amazing pair of pumps ... with achy feet and knees. A 2010 study found that over time, wearing heels higher than 2 inches can put you at risk for joint degeneration and knee osteoarthritis, and a new study finds that high heels are a leading cause of ingrown toenails, which can lead to infection and permanent nail damage. But we're not telling you to stop wearing heels--that's unrealistic. "I wouldn't recommend walking miles in heels, but a comfortable heel can be worn to work all day if it has the right features and/or orthotic," says Michele Summers, a California-based podiatrist and shoe designer. (You can pick up arch-support inserts at drug stores.) Try saving your sky-high heels for short-lived occasions like dinners, says John Brummer, a New York City-based podiatrist.
Don't wear flip-flops everywhere. They're easy, and as temperatures heat up, you're likely to slip them on often. Cool it, say experts. "Flip-flops give your foot basically no support, and the constant rubbing of the thong between the toes can cause a friction blister," says Summers. Not to mention they make stubbed toes, cuts, and sprained ankles more likely, according to the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA). Limit flip-flops to settings like the beach or the pool. And when you do wear them, invest in a supportive leather pair, or a pair that carries the APMA seal of acceptance, the association advises. (If you have diabetes, you should never wear flip-flops, since the disease can dull your sense of pain, allowing minor wounds to become major problems--infected, for example--without your knowledge.)
Do exercise in shoes designed for your sport. It's "extremely important" to find gym shoes designed for your sport of choice because they'll accommodate the actions needed for the specific activity, says Brummer. If you're a runner, consider going a step further with a professional fitting, since your gait and range of motion affect the shoe you need, advises the American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine. For example, overpronators--runners whose feet rotate too far inward--are steered toward shoes that offer more support.
Don't wear the same shoes every day. It's tempting to always throw on your trusty flats. But alternating shoes can help keep your feet limber, says Summers. Plus it's good to air out shoes every other day to avoid bad smells. (Your significant other will thank you.)
Don't wear hand-me-downs. Reconsider those thrift-store sandals. "Each foot imprints a different wear pattern into the shoe," says Summers, so a used pair may not be the best fit.
Do discard worn-out shoes. Speaking of old shoes, it might be time to pitch yours. (Sniff.) If the sole is worn down more on one side than the other or is separating, let the pair go, says Summers. And replace athletic shoes that are beyond their shelf life; running shoes can last about 300 to 500 miles before causing problems, depending on the athlete, Brummer says.
Do change out of sweaty footwear. Fungal infections aren't just a consequence of barefoot showering at the gym. (By the way, don't do that.) You could get athlete's foot if you hang out in damp hosiery. Change your shoes and socks regularly, wash your feet daily, and dry your feet thoroughly to help prevent infection, advises the APMA.
Do have your feet measured. It's not your imagination: Your shoes may no longer fit. "Our shoe size can change from anything such as weight gain, hormonal activity, circulation disorders, or simple aging," says Brummer. "It is best to try on shoes at the end of the day when your feet are most swollen." You should have your feet measured at least once a year, especially if you're an older adult, adds Summers. (If you have diabetes, you should also see a podiatrist at least twice a year, Brummer says.)
Don't buy shoes that hurt. Sorry to break it to you, but you're probably not going to break in those painful shoes. "A shoe should feel comfortable when you try it on in the store," says Summers. "If it feels too tight in the store, it will be too tight at home and may even feel worse after being worn for a little while." That said, shoes can be stretched and modified for certain foot deformities such as bunions and hammertoes, says Brummer. Use good judgment--and walk away if you have any doubts. Your (happy) feet will thank you later.
Don't wear high heels for too long. We've all been there: out on the town in an amazing pair of pumps ... with achy feet and knees. A 2010 study found that over time, wearing heels higher than 2 inches can put you at risk for joint degeneration and knee osteoarthritis, and a new study finds that high heels are a leading cause of ingrown toenails, which can lead to infection and permanent nail damage. But we're not telling you to stop wearing heels--that's unrealistic. "I wouldn't recommend walking miles in heels, but a comfortable heel can be worn to work all day if it has the right features and/or orthotic," says Michele Summers, a California-based podiatrist and shoe designer. (You can pick up arch-support inserts at drug stores.) Try saving your sky-high heels for short-lived occasions like dinners, says John Brummer, a New York City-based podiatrist.
Don't wear flip-flops everywhere. They're easy, and as temperatures heat up, you're likely to slip them on often. Cool it, say experts. "Flip-flops give your foot basically no support, and the constant rubbing of the thong between the toes can cause a friction blister," says Summers. Not to mention they make stubbed toes, cuts, and sprained ankles more likely, according to the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA). Limit flip-flops to settings like the beach or the pool. And when you do wear them, invest in a supportive leather pair, or a pair that carries the APMA seal of acceptance, the association advises. (If you have diabetes, you should never wear flip-flops, since the disease can dull your sense of pain, allowing minor wounds to become major problems--infected, for example--without your knowledge.)
Do exercise in shoes designed for your sport. It's "extremely important" to find gym shoes designed for your sport of choice because they'll accommodate the actions needed for the specific activity, says Brummer. If you're a runner, consider going a step further with a professional fitting, since your gait and range of motion affect the shoe you need, advises the American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine. For example, overpronators--runners whose feet rotate too far inward--are steered toward shoes that offer more support.
Don't wear the same shoes every day. It's tempting to always throw on your trusty flats. But alternating shoes can help keep your feet limber, says Summers. Plus it's good to air out shoes every other day to avoid bad smells. (Your significant other will thank you.)
Don't wear hand-me-downs. Reconsider those thrift-store sandals. "Each foot imprints a different wear pattern into the shoe," says Summers, so a used pair may not be the best fit.
Do discard worn-out shoes. Speaking of old shoes, it might be time to pitch yours. (Sniff.) If the sole is worn down more on one side than the other or is separating, let the pair go, says Summers. And replace athletic shoes that are beyond their shelf life; running shoes can last about 300 to 500 miles before causing problems, depending on the athlete, Brummer says.
Do change out of sweaty footwear. Fungal infections aren't just a consequence of barefoot showering at the gym. (By the way, don't do that.) You could get athlete's foot if you hang out in damp hosiery. Change your shoes and socks regularly, wash your feet daily, and dry your feet thoroughly to help prevent infection, advises the APMA.
Do have your feet measured. It's not your imagination: Your shoes may no longer fit. "Our shoe size can change from anything such as weight gain, hormonal activity, circulation disorders, or simple aging," says Brummer. "It is best to try on shoes at the end of the day when your feet are most swollen." You should have your feet measured at least once a year, especially if you're an older adult, adds Summers. (If you have diabetes, you should also see a podiatrist at least twice a year, Brummer says.)
Don't buy shoes that hurt. Sorry to break it to you, but you're probably not going to break in those painful shoes. "A shoe should feel comfortable when you try it on in the store," says Summers. "If it feels too tight in the store, it will be too tight at home and may even feel worse after being worn for a little while." That said, shoes can be stretched and modified for certain foot deformities such as bunions and hammertoes, says Brummer. Use good judgment--and walk away if you have any doubts. Your (happy) feet will thank you later.
Is ice bathing the Olympic Tebowing? It sure looks like it
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When you're trying to diagnose an emerging phenomena, one need look no further than Twitter. Now, a day before the 2012 Olympic Games officially open, we may already have the London Games' response to Tebowing: Posed ice bathing.
The U.S. women's gymnastics team engages in some seductive foot and ankle chilling — Instagram. As first noted by the New York Times, no fewer than seven Olympic athletes took to the Twitterverse to ice bathe luxuriously, seductively or, at the very least, frigidly.There was U.S. gymnast Alexandra Raisman quite literally cooling her heels with high-profile teammates.There was Jamaican 100-meter contender Yohan Blake offering a steely stare from inside the most un-Jamaican environment possible.
South African swimmer Jessica Roux appeared to be completely enveloped in a unique, plastic-looking ice bathing tub (is it called a tub? What DO you call an ice bathing receptacle?)
In fact, that's the only thing that all these ice bathing athletes have had in common: They can't hide just how cold they really are ... with one significant exception. Somehow, members of the South African men's swimming team found a way to make a full body ice bath look like a hot tub shot. The photo, tweeted out by Graeme Moore, showcased four South African racers lounging in an enormous ice bath as if they were prepping for a GQ photo shoot. In fact, they looked so convincing, maybe someone should line them up for a cover soon.
It will be hard for these preliminary ice bath antics to strike with the timeliness of Tebowing, in large part because there aren't any ice baths sitting right next to pool decks, gymnastic floors, basketball courts or soccer fields, to name but a few of the key fields of play. Perhaps there's still time to install one near a fencing strip, but it's not worth holding one's breath.Lacking that celebratory punch, ice bathing is going to have a heck of a time reaching Tebowing status, though that hardly diminishes just how strong a start it has as an Olympic phenomenon. At this point, we may be just one Instagram pic of Russell Westbrook or Kevin Durant in an ice bath with horrid shirts and wide frame glasses next to the tub away from inspiring teens everywhere to search for the nearest ice bath to tweet themselves chilling out, so to speak.
The U.S. women's gymnastics team engages in some seductive foot and ankle chilling — Instagram. As first noted by the New York Times, no fewer than seven Olympic athletes took to the Twitterverse to ice bathe luxuriously, seductively or, at the very least, frigidly.There was U.S. gymnast Alexandra Raisman quite literally cooling her heels with high-profile teammates.There was Jamaican 100-meter contender Yohan Blake offering a steely stare from inside the most un-Jamaican environment possible.South African swimmer Jessica Roux appeared to be completely enveloped in a unique, plastic-looking ice bathing tub (is it called a tub? What DO you call an ice bathing receptacle?)In fact, that's the only thing that all these ice bathing athletes have had in common: They can't hide just how cold they really are ... with one significant exception. Somehow, members of the South African men's swimming team found a way to make a full body ice bath look like a hot tub shot. The photo, tweeted out by Graeme Moore, showcased four South African racers lounging in an enormous ice bath as if they were prepping for a GQ photo shoot. In fact, they looked so convincing, maybe someone should line them up for a cover soon.It will be hard for these preliminary ice bath antics to strike with the timeliness of Tebowing, in large part because there aren't any ice baths sitting right next to pool decks, gymnastic floors, basketball courts or soccer fields, to name but a few of the key fields of play. Perhaps there's still time to install one near a fencing strip, but it's not worth holding one's breath.Lacking that celebratory punch, ice bathing is going to have a heck of a time reaching Tebowing status, though that hardly diminishes just how strong a start it has as an Olympic phenomenon. At this point, we may be just one Instagram pic of Russell Westbrook or Kevin Durant in an ice bath with horrid shirts and wide frame glasses next to the tub away from inspiring teens everywhere to search for the nearest ice bath to tweet themselves chilling out, so to speak.
Missy Franklin says her huge feet are a big topic in London
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Missy Franklin is getting lots of attention in London and it has nothing to do with her historic medal haul at the Aquatics Centre. Well, it has something to do with it.
The 17-year-old rising high school senior told NBC on Monday that her size 13 feet have been drawing attention from athletes around the Olympics. Host Michele Beadle joked that she'd put a stop to those having fun at the expense of Missy's trotters, but Missy, in her typical bubbly demeanor, said she doesn't mind. In fact, she's proud of her big feet.
And why wouldn't she be? Those feet helped her win four gold medals in London and played a part in her becoming America's Olympic sweetheart. Her dad says they're Missy's "built-in flippers."
Sometimes you see young female athletes with abnormal size become uncomfortable in their bodies. Missy has none of that. Given how gracefully she moves in and out of the pool with her 6-foot-1 frame (remember that "Call Me Maybe" clip?), it's no wonder.
"I think it's helped me so much," she told ThePostGame last year. "God has blessed me with an excellent swimmer's body."
Missy Franklin is getting lots of attention in London and it has nothing to do with her historic medal haul at the Aquatics Centre. Well, it has something to do with it.
The 17-year-old rising high school senior told NBC on Monday that her size 13 feet have been drawing attention from athletes around the Olympics. Host Michele Beadle joked that she'd put a stop to those having fun at the expense of Missy's trotters, but Missy, in her typical bubbly demeanor, said she doesn't mind. In fact, she's proud of her big feet.
And why wouldn't she be? Those feet helped her win four gold medals in London and played a part in her becoming America's Olympic sweetheart. Her dad says they're Missy's "built-in flippers."
Sometimes you see young female athletes with abnormal size become uncomfortable in their bodies. Missy has none of that. Given how gracefully she moves in and out of the pool with her 6-foot-1 frame (remember that "Call Me Maybe" clip?), it's no wonder.
"I think it's helped me so much," she told ThePostGame last year. "God has blessed me with an excellent swimmer's body."
28 Eylül 2012 Cuma
Pedicures and Painful Nails
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While having a pedicure at the local nail salon may seem like a luxury that you deserve, it’s a good idea to keep your eyes and ears open and to make sure that you keep your feet safe by following a few easy tips.
If you schedule your pedicure first thing in the morning, you may find that the foot bath is the cleanest it will be all day. If you can’t be the first customer, however, make sure that the technician cleans both the tub and the filter prior to your pedicure.
If at all possible, bring your own pedicure tools to the salon. Bacteria and fungus can easily be transferred from person to person on these tools, especially if the salon does not use proper sterilization techniques. Never allow technicians to use blades or knives to cut your calluses or to eliminate thick, dead skin. Only use pumice stones, foot files or exfoliating scrub. Once you soak your feet for a few minutes, this thickened skin can be easily sloughed off with these types of tools.
The pedicurist should trim your nails straight across. Do not let them dig into the sides of the nails or try to trim out ingrown nails. If you think you may have an ingrown toenail, see a podiatrist immediately.
Only healthy nails should be painted with colored polish. Make sure to change the polish frequently and to check your nails when the polish is off. Signs of fungus and other nail problems can often be hidden under nail polish, so be vigilant in checking your nails.
If your skin bleeds or gets nicked at the salon, make sure to carefully clean and disinfect that area and then watch for signs of infection. Call Dr. Weaver immediately if you have any signs of redness or skin irritation after your salon visit.
While having a pedicure at the local nail salon may seem like a luxury that you deserve, it’s a good idea to keep your eyes and ears open and to make sure that you keep your feet safe by following a few easy tips.
If you schedule your pedicure first thing in the morning, you may find that the foot bath is the cleanest it will be all day. If you can’t be the first customer, however, make sure that the technician cleans both the tub and the filter prior to your pedicure.
If at all possible, bring your own pedicure tools to the salon. Bacteria and fungus can easily be transferred from person to person on these tools, especially if the salon does not use proper sterilization techniques. Never allow technicians to use blades or knives to cut your calluses or to eliminate thick, dead skin. Only use pumice stones, foot files or exfoliating scrub. Once you soak your feet for a few minutes, this thickened skin can be easily sloughed off with these types of tools.
The pedicurist should trim your nails straight across. Do not let them dig into the sides of the nails or try to trim out ingrown nails. If you think you may have an ingrown toenail, see a podiatrist immediately.
Only healthy nails should be painted with colored polish. Make sure to change the polish frequently and to check your nails when the polish is off. Signs of fungus and other nail problems can often be hidden under nail polish, so be vigilant in checking your nails.
If your skin bleeds or gets nicked at the salon, make sure to carefully clean and disinfect that area and then watch for signs of infection. Call Dr. Weaver immediately if you have any signs of redness or skin irritation after your salon visit.
Bunions Painful?
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Prolonged changes to normal foot patterns can lead to the formation of bony protrusions commonly known as bunions.
Typically caused by tight fitting footwear, a bunion can be an eyesore, although the real sore is experienced on the great toe and sometimes the fifth toe (Tailor's Bunion). For early stages, preventing the bunion from enlargement is important.
Prevention can be achieved with orthotics that relieves pressure on the bunion.
Orthotics may be semi-rigid to rigid to meet the accommodations each person needs who are suffering from bunions. Orthotics are devices worn in your shoes that provide correction to your feet, helping them to function more efficiently.
Prescription orthotics may help relieve your pain by realigning and stabilizing the bones in your feet, restoring your natural walking pattern. They will also help alleviate pain from rubbing, which often leads to enlargement of the protrusion.
Patients should be advised to wear comfortable shoes that help support their feet. Taking preventative measures in the initial stages of the bunion’s existence is a great way to slow its growth.
Be sure to come by and see Dr. Weaver about getting your custom orthotics today and stop the unsightly growth of your bunion. The key to better health could be right under your toes.
Prolonged changes to normal foot patterns can lead to the formation of bony protrusions commonly known as bunions.
Typically caused by tight fitting footwear, a bunion can be an eyesore, although the real sore is experienced on the great toe and sometimes the fifth toe (Tailor's Bunion). For early stages, preventing the bunion from enlargement is important.
Prevention can be achieved with orthotics that relieves pressure on the bunion.
Orthotics may be semi-rigid to rigid to meet the accommodations each person needs who are suffering from bunions. Orthotics are devices worn in your shoes that provide correction to your feet, helping them to function more efficiently.
Prescription orthotics may help relieve your pain by realigning and stabilizing the bones in your feet, restoring your natural walking pattern. They will also help alleviate pain from rubbing, which often leads to enlargement of the protrusion.
Patients should be advised to wear comfortable shoes that help support their feet. Taking preventative measures in the initial stages of the bunion’s existence is a great way to slow its growth.
Be sure to come by and see Dr. Weaver about getting your custom orthotics today and stop the unsightly growth of your bunion. The key to better health could be right under your toes.
Pointers For Protecting Feet From Skin Cancer
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(ARA) - Walking on the beach, frolicking in the surf, participating in sports, strolling through a theme park while on vacation - your feet will carry you through a lot of fun this summer. But can paying attention to them help you avoid the most common form of cancer in America? Possibly, experts say. 
Each year, more than 1 million Americans are diagnosed with skin cancer, according to the National Cancer Institute (NCI). Yet only 32 percent of Americans use sunscreen to protect themselves from the sun's damaging rays, NCI says in its Cancer Trends Progress Report. Even when sunscreen is applied, the feet are often neglected.
"While skin cancers typically appear on areas of sun-exposed skin like the face, arms and hands, they can also occur on areas that get much less sun, such as the feet," says Dr. Joseph Caporusso, a podiatrist and president of the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA).
"With flip-flops and sandals being common summer foot attire, more Americans than ever are exposing their feet to the sun's potential harmful rays." Sun exposure, however, isn't the whole story when it comes to skin cancers on the feet. More often, skin cancers of the feet can be linked to exposure to viruses or chemicals, chronic inflammation or irritation, or even inherited traits, according to APMA.
"Unfortunately, the skin on our feet is often overlooked during routine medical checkups," Caporusso notes. "Yet, foot health can be an indicator of overall health. It's important for everyone to have their feet checked regularly by podiatrist for any signs or symptoms of skin cancer."
APMA offers a few tips for protecting your feet this summer:
* Apply the same broad-spectrum sunscreen you use on the rest of your body to your feet, including the tops, on and between the toes, and even the soles of your feet. Reapply every two hours when you're out in the sun and more frequently if you spend a lot of time in and out of the water.
* Conduct regular self exams of your feet. Look for signs of problems, such as cracking or sores. Keep in mind that freckles and moles on the soles of the feet are very unusual, and may be a sign you should see a podiatrist.
* Be aware of the warning signs for malignant melanoma - the most deadly type of skin cancer. This type of cancer may occur on the skin of the feet and on occasion, beneath a toenail. Learn the ABCDEs of melanoma: Asymmetrical lesions, Border irregularity, Color variation, Diameter larger than a pencil eraser, and Evolving characteristics of any of the ABCD traits. If you notice a mole, freckle or lesion with any of these characteristics, have your health care provider take a look.
* Skin cancer of the feet can easily be mistaken for other, less serious problems. For example squamous cell carcinomas, the second-most-common type of skin cancer, may resemble a plantar wart, fungal infection, eczema, an ulcer or other common dermatological condition.
* Skin cancers in the lower legs, ankles and feet may look very different from those that occur in the rest of the body. Podiatrists are uniquely qualified among medical professionals to treat lower extremities, so their knowledge and training can help patients detect both benign and malignant skin tumors early.
Each year, more than 1 million Americans are diagnosed with skin cancer, according to the National Cancer Institute (NCI). Yet only 32 percent of Americans use sunscreen to protect themselves from the sun's damaging rays, NCI says in its Cancer Trends Progress Report. Even when sunscreen is applied, the feet are often neglected. "While skin cancers typically appear on areas of sun-exposed skin like the face, arms and hands, they can also occur on areas that get much less sun, such as the feet," says Dr. Joseph Caporusso, a podiatrist and president of the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA).
"With flip-flops and sandals being common summer foot attire, more Americans than ever are exposing their feet to the sun's potential harmful rays." Sun exposure, however, isn't the whole story when it comes to skin cancers on the feet. More often, skin cancers of the feet can be linked to exposure to viruses or chemicals, chronic inflammation or irritation, or even inherited traits, according to APMA.
"Unfortunately, the skin on our feet is often overlooked during routine medical checkups," Caporusso notes. "Yet, foot health can be an indicator of overall health. It's important for everyone to have their feet checked regularly by podiatrist for any signs or symptoms of skin cancer."
APMA offers a few tips for protecting your feet this summer:
* Apply the same broad-spectrum sunscreen you use on the rest of your body to your feet, including the tops, on and between the toes, and even the soles of your feet. Reapply every two hours when you're out in the sun and more frequently if you spend a lot of time in and out of the water.
* Conduct regular self exams of your feet. Look for signs of problems, such as cracking or sores. Keep in mind that freckles and moles on the soles of the feet are very unusual, and may be a sign you should see a podiatrist.
* Be aware of the warning signs for malignant melanoma - the most deadly type of skin cancer. This type of cancer may occur on the skin of the feet and on occasion, beneath a toenail. Learn the ABCDEs of melanoma: Asymmetrical lesions, Border irregularity, Color variation, Diameter larger than a pencil eraser, and Evolving characteristics of any of the ABCD traits. If you notice a mole, freckle or lesion with any of these characteristics, have your health care provider take a look.
* Skin cancer of the feet can easily be mistaken for other, less serious problems. For example squamous cell carcinomas, the second-most-common type of skin cancer, may resemble a plantar wart, fungal infection, eczema, an ulcer or other common dermatological condition.
* Skin cancers in the lower legs, ankles and feet may look very different from those that occur in the rest of the body. Podiatrists are uniquely qualified among medical professionals to treat lower extremities, so their knowledge and training can help patients detect both benign and malignant skin tumors early.
Robert Downey Jr., Halle Berry, Kristen Stewart All Have Foot Injuries
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Ankle Injury
Production on "Iron Man 3" has been suspended after leading man Robert Downey Jr. injured his ankle while performing a stunt. "There will be a short delay in the production schedule while he recuperates," Marvel Studios said Wednesday in a statement regarding the incident which happened on the film's Wilmington, North Carolina, set.
With a budget said to be in the $200-million range, every day Downy Jr. is not working is major money down the drain. The silver lining: It's a Marvel production! With the success of "The Avengers," which has made nearly $1.5 BILLION worldwide, they can afford it. On set injuries are nothing new to Hollywood.
Hurt Head and Foot
Halle Berry reportedly suffered a minor head injury this summer while she was shooting a fight sequence for her upcoming film "The Hive." Her rep said she was taken to the hospital "as a precaution." Apparently Berry is a bit accident prone: She suffered a broken foot last year at her rented villa on a day off from production of the upcoming "Cloud Atlas."
Hand then Foot
Production in London came to a halt on "Snow White and the Huntsman" when Kristen Stewart injured her hand last year. Stewart also reportedly suffered a puncture wound to her foot during reshoots of the upcoming "Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn: Part 2."
Ankle Injury
Production on "Iron Man 3" has been suspended after leading man Robert Downey Jr. injured his ankle while performing a stunt. "There will be a short delay in the production schedule while he recuperates," Marvel Studios said Wednesday in a statement regarding the incident which happened on the film's Wilmington, North Carolina, set.
With a budget said to be in the $200-million range, every day Downy Jr. is not working is major money down the drain. The silver lining: It's a Marvel production! With the success of "The Avengers," which has made nearly $1.5 BILLION worldwide, they can afford it. On set injuries are nothing new to Hollywood.
Hurt Head and Foot
Halle Berry reportedly suffered a minor head injury this summer while she was shooting a fight sequence for her upcoming film "The Hive." Her rep said she was taken to the hospital "as a precaution." Apparently Berry is a bit accident prone: She suffered a broken foot last year at her rented villa on a day off from production of the upcoming "Cloud Atlas."
Hand then Foot
Production in London came to a halt on "Snow White and the Huntsman" when Kristen Stewart injured her hand last year. Stewart also reportedly suffered a puncture wound to her foot during reshoots of the upcoming "Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn: Part 2."
Besides Diabetes and CVD, Obese Children Will Have 50% Higher Risk of Colon Cancer
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The newest reason for doing everything possible to reduce childhood obesity names certain cancers as risks associated with a high BMI....
Obesity in childhood has a direct link with bladder and urinary tract (urothelial), and colorectal cancers in adulthood, warn Israeli researchers.
Childhood obesity is associated with all sorts of immediate health problems, including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, breathing and joint problems, along with an increased risk of developing diabetes and heart disease. This study set out to examine the relationship between childhood obesity and future diagnoses of urothelial, or bladder, and colorectal cancers.
Researchers at Tel Aviv University gathered the health information of 1.1 million males collected by the Israeli Defense Forces and then linked this medical data to the National Cancer Registry. They looked specifically at the rates of urothelial and colorectal cancer over a follow-up period of 18 years in those who were obese, meaning that they had a body mass index (BMI) in the 85thpercentile and above, at age 17. Adjustments were made for year of birth, level of education, and religiosity.
Those whose BMI placed them in the range of obesity in adolescence had a 1.42% greater chance of developing urothelial or colorectal cancers in adulthood.
While these results only tell us about the incidences of two specific types of cancer, Ari Shamiss, one of the doctors involved in the study, has indicated that he is currently researching connections between childhood obesity and other cancers in the hopes of uncovering other connections. "We still need to learn whether obesity is directly causing the high risk of cancer, and, perhaps most essentially, whether losing weight is effective -- and if so, how much and when -- in lowering it.
In conclusion, childhood obesity is associated with a 50% higher risk of urothelial or colorectal cancers.
"Overweight in Adolescence is Related to Increased Risk of Future Urothelial Cancer," published in the journal Obesity.
Obesity in childhood has a direct link with bladder and urinary tract (urothelial), and colorectal cancers in adulthood, warn Israeli researchers.
Childhood obesity is associated with all sorts of immediate health problems, including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, breathing and joint problems, along with an increased risk of developing diabetes and heart disease. This study set out to examine the relationship between childhood obesity and future diagnoses of urothelial, or bladder, and colorectal cancers.
Researchers at Tel Aviv University gathered the health information of 1.1 million males collected by the Israeli Defense Forces and then linked this medical data to the National Cancer Registry. They looked specifically at the rates of urothelial and colorectal cancer over a follow-up period of 18 years in those who were obese, meaning that they had a body mass index (BMI) in the 85thpercentile and above, at age 17. Adjustments were made for year of birth, level of education, and religiosity.
Those whose BMI placed them in the range of obesity in adolescence had a 1.42% greater chance of developing urothelial or colorectal cancers in adulthood.
While these results only tell us about the incidences of two specific types of cancer, Ari Shamiss, one of the doctors involved in the study, has indicated that he is currently researching connections between childhood obesity and other cancers in the hopes of uncovering other connections. "We still need to learn whether obesity is directly causing the high risk of cancer, and, perhaps most essentially, whether losing weight is effective -- and if so, how much and when -- in lowering it.
In conclusion, childhood obesity is associated with a 50% higher risk of urothelial or colorectal cancers.
"Overweight in Adolescence is Related to Increased Risk of Future Urothelial Cancer," published in the journal Obesity.
27 Eylül 2012 Perşembe
Americans Underestimate Weight Gain
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Even though the average adult weight rose in 2008-2009, most surveyed thought they'd dropped pounds
If you've ever stepped on the scales and been shocked at the number you see, then you're not alone: a large new study finds that Americans routinely underestimate the amount of extra pounds they pack on.
The finding could have real implications for the U.S. obesity epidemic, the researchers said.
The study's lead author, Catherine Wetmore, said in an institute news release. "If people aren't in touch with their weight and changes in their weight over time, they might not be motivated to lose weight." The study was based on national survey data involving 775,000 American adults from 2008 and 2009.
Wetmore's team notes that many adults thought they had actually lost weight when they hadn't. That's important to note, Wetmore said, because data that underestimate the growing obesity epidemic could have serious public health consequences.
For example, she said, "If we had relied on the reported data about weight change between 2008 and 2009, we would have undercounted approximately 4.4 million obese adults in the U.S."
Karen Congro, nutritionist and director of the Wellness for Life Program at the Brooklyn Hospital Center, New York City said, "I see this in the clinic every single day; people think they are a certain weight, and they are totally wrong. There is a disconnect between perception and reality when it comes to weight." "When it comes to weight, there is a lot of magical thinking going on."
In the surveys used in the study, participants were asked about their weight at the time of the survey, as well as how much they weighed one year ago.
The researchers report that, on average, American adults gained weight in 2008. However, even though the average reported weights rose between the two surveys, Americans polled typically thought they had lost weight in the past year.
Since the prevalence of obesity actually increased slightly between 2008 and 2009 (from 26 to 26.5 percent) and the average weight increased by about 1 pound, the researchers concluded that those surveyed were unclear about the change in their weight over the course of the year.
"We all know on some level that people can be dishonest about their weight," IHME professor Ali Mokdad said in the news release. "But now we know that they can be misreporting annual changes in their weight, to the extent of more than 2 pounds per year among adults over the age of 50, or more than 4 pounds per year among those with diabetes. On average, American adults were off by about a pound, which, over time, can really add up and have a significant health impact."
The researchers noted that women seemed more aware of fluctuations in their weight than men. Younger people were also better at judging fluctuations in their weight compared to older Americans.
The study's authors pointed out that not all participants thought they lost weight. They added that certain groups were more likely to report unintentional weight gain, including people under 40 years of age, smokers, minorities, and people with sedentary lifestyles and/or less-than-ideal diets.
If you've ever stepped on the scales and been shocked at the number you see, then you're not alone: a large new study finds that Americans routinely underestimate the amount of extra pounds they pack on.
The finding could have real implications for the U.S. obesity epidemic, the researchers said.
The study's lead author, Catherine Wetmore, said in an institute news release. "If people aren't in touch with their weight and changes in their weight over time, they might not be motivated to lose weight." The study was based on national survey data involving 775,000 American adults from 2008 and 2009.
Wetmore's team notes that many adults thought they had actually lost weight when they hadn't. That's important to note, Wetmore said, because data that underestimate the growing obesity epidemic could have serious public health consequences.
For example, she said, "If we had relied on the reported data about weight change between 2008 and 2009, we would have undercounted approximately 4.4 million obese adults in the U.S."
Karen Congro, nutritionist and director of the Wellness for Life Program at the Brooklyn Hospital Center, New York City said, "I see this in the clinic every single day; people think they are a certain weight, and they are totally wrong. There is a disconnect between perception and reality when it comes to weight." "When it comes to weight, there is a lot of magical thinking going on."
In the surveys used in the study, participants were asked about their weight at the time of the survey, as well as how much they weighed one year ago.
The researchers report that, on average, American adults gained weight in 2008. However, even though the average reported weights rose between the two surveys, Americans polled typically thought they had lost weight in the past year.
Since the prevalence of obesity actually increased slightly between 2008 and 2009 (from 26 to 26.5 percent) and the average weight increased by about 1 pound, the researchers concluded that those surveyed were unclear about the change in their weight over the course of the year.
"We all know on some level that people can be dishonest about their weight," IHME professor Ali Mokdad said in the news release. "But now we know that they can be misreporting annual changes in their weight, to the extent of more than 2 pounds per year among adults over the age of 50, or more than 4 pounds per year among those with diabetes. On average, American adults were off by about a pound, which, over time, can really add up and have a significant health impact."
The researchers noted that women seemed more aware of fluctuations in their weight than men. Younger people were also better at judging fluctuations in their weight compared to older Americans.
The study's authors pointed out that not all participants thought they lost weight. They added that certain groups were more likely to report unintentional weight gain, including people under 40 years of age, smokers, minorities, and people with sedentary lifestyles and/or less-than-ideal diets.
Higher the Heels and Greater the Dangers
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X-rays show how high heels stretch the foot’s arch. Doctors say long-term use has painful consequences.
Tamiko Woolfalk rattled off her list of high heels, beaming as if they’re achievement awards.
Boots, pumps, booties, the red ones ... and the gray ones that she still needs to find a shirt to match.In all, she counted 30 pairs in her closet, with heels ranging from 2 to 5 inches high.
“Do they hurt? Absolutely,” said the Far West Side resident. “The worst is the burn on the balls of the feet. But it’s worth it.”
Stiletto-enthusiasts such as Woolfalk say foot pain is the price you pay for the confidence that comes with wearing high heels.
Physicians, however, say the price is steeper than that. More and more, podiatrists and orthopedic surgeons are educating women about the long-term consequences of wearing the wrong shoes, particularly high heels. Aside from foot, lower-back, neck and shoulder pain, they say, high heels also can lead to foot deformities. And recently they have been linked to arthritis.
A recent poll by the Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists found that 25 percent of women who wear high heels every day are more likely to get arthritis. Other studies from various medical journals this year show that walking on high heels increases bone-on-bone movement in knee and hip joints, increasing the risk of osteoarthritis.
A study released in March by Finnish researchers concluded that women who wear high heels for 40 hours a week over two years walk differently from women who wear them 10 hours a week. Those habitual high-heel wearers take shorter, more-forceful strides and walk less efficiently, the study found.
Many women who wear heels every day develop tight Achilles tendons, which can cause back pain and make it more difficult for them to walk barefoot or in flat shoes. Other conditions include bunions, hammertoes, calluses and Haglund’s deformity, also called a “pump bump.”
A recent survey by the American Podiatric Medical Association found that 53 percent of women experience foot pain.
“It’s hard to think, in general, that people are so accepting of pain that they don’t question it. Foot pain is not normal,” said Dr. Lori DeBlasi, a Columbus podiatrist who works at Specialized Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine.
DeBlasi said she cringes when she walks through department stores and sees all of the high heels on display.
Woolfalk, 34, a patient-care coordinator in DeBlasi’s office, said that, despite seeing the many foot conditions at work, she maintains a strong fondness for her shoes.
They’ve taken her to nightclubs, where they’ve carried her feet across dance floors for hours at a time. For years, she has witnessed the attention garnered by elongated legs and slim calves.
“You can’t go to the club with sneakers — it’s about the height of the shoe, the sexiness of the calf. It’s a good time and a nice picture,” she said. “Nothing can change my mind about these shoes. ”In some cases, the loyalty to foot fashion goes to extremes. Some women go as far as amputating toes to fit into shoes. It’s called toe tucking.
There have been reported cases in New York City when women pay as much as $2,000 to have part of or all of a pinkie toe removed so they can better fit into pointy shoes.
“These are extreme cases, but it shows you this is the same as the Chinese foot-binding,” said Dr. Judith Smith, an surgeon in Springfield, Mo. “It is a fashion statement and a status symbol.”
Smith, a member of the board of directors of the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society’s outreach and education fund, performed a survey in the 1990s that found that 88 percent of women wore shoes that were too narrow, and 76 percent had some sort of foot deformity. Over a 15-year period, 87 percent of forefoot procedures were in women, according to her report.
Smith said she has had patients who were told their surgeries would be ineffective if they continued wearing high heels, yet they still did.
“There’s almost a disconnect there. They just can’t imagine life without these shoes.”
Woolfalk said she has worn her beloved heels less over the past few years but doesn’t plan to cut them out of her life. She said she hasn’t had any lasting consequences from her years of foot pain.
Predicting who will develop foot problems is like trying to predict which cigarette smoker might get cancer, Smith said. “Our job is to educate them on the problems that can arise.”
Some tips from medical professionals:
• If you must wear heels, stick to a wedge rather than a stiletto to maximize stability and keep your feet from rocking side to side.
• Try to keep heels to 1 to 2 inches high, and don’t wear them for more than a few hours at a time.
• Buy shoes at the end of the day, when feet are at their largest.
• Leave enough room in the toe of the shoe to slip in a finger.
• Buy shoes with good arch and heel support. Ballet flats and flip-flops can be just as harmful as high heels if they are too flexible and don’t support your feet.
X-rays show how high heels stretch the foot’s arch. Doctors say long-term use has painful consequences.Tamiko Woolfalk rattled off her list of high heels, beaming as if they’re achievement awards.
Boots, pumps, booties, the red ones ... and the gray ones that she still needs to find a shirt to match.In all, she counted 30 pairs in her closet, with heels ranging from 2 to 5 inches high.
“Do they hurt? Absolutely,” said the Far West Side resident. “The worst is the burn on the balls of the feet. But it’s worth it.”
Stiletto-enthusiasts such as Woolfalk say foot pain is the price you pay for the confidence that comes with wearing high heels.
Physicians, however, say the price is steeper than that. More and more, podiatrists and orthopedic surgeons are educating women about the long-term consequences of wearing the wrong shoes, particularly high heels. Aside from foot, lower-back, neck and shoulder pain, they say, high heels also can lead to foot deformities. And recently they have been linked to arthritis.
A recent poll by the Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists found that 25 percent of women who wear high heels every day are more likely to get arthritis. Other studies from various medical journals this year show that walking on high heels increases bone-on-bone movement in knee and hip joints, increasing the risk of osteoarthritis.
A study released in March by Finnish researchers concluded that women who wear high heels for 40 hours a week over two years walk differently from women who wear them 10 hours a week. Those habitual high-heel wearers take shorter, more-forceful strides and walk less efficiently, the study found.
Many women who wear heels every day develop tight Achilles tendons, which can cause back pain and make it more difficult for them to walk barefoot or in flat shoes. Other conditions include bunions, hammertoes, calluses and Haglund’s deformity, also called a “pump bump.”
A recent survey by the American Podiatric Medical Association found that 53 percent of women experience foot pain.
“It’s hard to think, in general, that people are so accepting of pain that they don’t question it. Foot pain is not normal,” said Dr. Lori DeBlasi, a Columbus podiatrist who works at Specialized Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine.
DeBlasi said she cringes when she walks through department stores and sees all of the high heels on display.
Woolfalk, 34, a patient-care coordinator in DeBlasi’s office, said that, despite seeing the many foot conditions at work, she maintains a strong fondness for her shoes.
They’ve taken her to nightclubs, where they’ve carried her feet across dance floors for hours at a time. For years, she has witnessed the attention garnered by elongated legs and slim calves.
“You can’t go to the club with sneakers — it’s about the height of the shoe, the sexiness of the calf. It’s a good time and a nice picture,” she said. “Nothing can change my mind about these shoes. ”In some cases, the loyalty to foot fashion goes to extremes. Some women go as far as amputating toes to fit into shoes. It’s called toe tucking.
There have been reported cases in New York City when women pay as much as $2,000 to have part of or all of a pinkie toe removed so they can better fit into pointy shoes.
“These are extreme cases, but it shows you this is the same as the Chinese foot-binding,” said Dr. Judith Smith, an surgeon in Springfield, Mo. “It is a fashion statement and a status symbol.”
Smith, a member of the board of directors of the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society’s outreach and education fund, performed a survey in the 1990s that found that 88 percent of women wore shoes that were too narrow, and 76 percent had some sort of foot deformity. Over a 15-year period, 87 percent of forefoot procedures were in women, according to her report.
Smith said she has had patients who were told their surgeries would be ineffective if they continued wearing high heels, yet they still did.
“There’s almost a disconnect there. They just can’t imagine life without these shoes.”
Woolfalk said she has worn her beloved heels less over the past few years but doesn’t plan to cut them out of her life. She said she hasn’t had any lasting consequences from her years of foot pain.
Predicting who will develop foot problems is like trying to predict which cigarette smoker might get cancer, Smith said. “Our job is to educate them on the problems that can arise.”
Some tips from medical professionals:
• If you must wear heels, stick to a wedge rather than a stiletto to maximize stability and keep your feet from rocking side to side.
• Try to keep heels to 1 to 2 inches high, and don’t wear them for more than a few hours at a time.
• Buy shoes at the end of the day, when feet are at their largest.
• Leave enough room in the toe of the shoe to slip in a finger.
• Buy shoes with good arch and heel support. Ballet flats and flip-flops can be just as harmful as high heels if they are too flexible and don’t support your feet.
Socks: Getting in shape with new technologies
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Socks are often an afterthought for patients with diabetes, but they shouldn’t be. Advances in materials science and new twists on old favorites mean that modern socks conform to feet without the bunching, chafing, slipping, and irritation of the past. Some even promote healing.
Socks have come a long way since the days of the long white tube with the colored bands around the top. A visit to any sporting goods store will offer a rock climbing wall’s worth of “performance socks,” tricked out with high-tech properties such as moisture wicking, temperature control, and arch support.
No doubt that these sock manufacturers have taken more than a few cues from diabetic socks, which have always combined fibers to maximize support, cushioning, and comfort. But do diabetic socks offer advantages to patients beyond these performance socks? Yes and no, according to the experts. Proper fit and sizing play a big part in ensuring that diabetic socks do their job.
Materials
One hundred percent cotton or wool socks have been criticized for not maintaining the sock’s shape on the foot, which can be problematic for diabetic patients on two fronts. The increased friction between the skin and the fibers can lead to ulcerations. In addition, 100% cotton or wool socks may start out quite tight, possibly reducing circulation in patients who already have compromised blood flow. As the socks are worn over time, the fibers loosen, resulting in a sock that slides between the foot and the shoe, again leaving diabetic patients vulnerable to shear, blisters, and potential ulcerations.
On the other hand, purely synthetic socks may not allow sweat to evaporate properly; sweaty feet can lead to fungal infections, which in and of itself is more complicated in a patient with diabetes than an otherwise healthy subject and can also be another gateway to ulceration. Synthetics blended with natural fibers would seem to be the best bet, offering support and—most importantly—breathing room, according to Marybeth Crane, MS, DPM, FACFAS, CWS, managing partner of Foot and Ankle Associates of North Texas in Grapevine.
“I’m not one that really likes totally cotton socks,” she said. “I find that socks with a little bit of Lycra in them are better. They also offer some compression to address swelling.”
Crane also advocates seamless socks because seams, constantly rubbing against the skin, may cause blisters, calluses, or ulcerations. For a patient with neuropathy, a skin irritation caused by the seam will not be felt immediately, increasing the risk of calluses and other pre-ulcerative conditions.
Moisture wicking can be achieved with a variety of materials: Wool, synthetics, cotton, silk, and renewable materials. Each has its pros and cons.
The biggest advantage of wool, and merino wool in particular, is that it is thermostatic so that feet stay comfortable in a range of temperatures. Wool also can absorb 30% of its own weight in water so feet are more likely to stay dry. Cushioning is another benefit, because diabetic patients have an increased risk for pressure ulcers and because focused areas of high plantar pressure are most likely to become sites of ulceration. On the downside, wool dries out slowly, and wool socks generally carry a higher price-tag than other materials. Both factors could prove problematic for a diabetic patient who cannot afford multiple pairs of socks.
Synthetics, such as nylon and Lycra spandex, help socks retain their shape. Some synthetics may provide arch support, which can help lateralize plantar pressures and provide a bit of extra stability for diabetic patients who have problems with balance. Socks with polypropylene, polyester, or acrylic fibers will offer moisture wicking. Synthetic socks are durable but may be unsuitable for warmer climates. In addition, the socks’ insulation properties may be reduced if the socks get too wet.
Silk is a natural insulator that is often blended with wool for extra softness. The lightweight material offers reliable wicking and a smooth texture; however, it is less durable than other materials. This is important not only with regard to the cost and inconvenience of replacing socks, but also because areas of wear in a sock’s fabric fail to protect the diabetic foot and leave skin vulnerable. In addition, the very “silkiness” of a silk-based material could cause the foot to slip within the shoe, leading to abnormal skin shear and friction-induced skin issues.
A full cotton sock is not advisable for the diabetic foot. The material is easily saturated with sweat and dries slowly, both of which leave the foot vulnerable to blisters. Cotton is less expensive than other materials and, when blended in small quantities with synthetics, it can offer softness.
Eco-friendly materials, such as bamboo, corn-based polylactic acid (PLA), hemp, and charcoal, offer moisture wicking and odor control properties. Combining these materials with synthetic fabrics ups their durability.
Finally, socks made of fabrics embedded with copper, silver, or charcoal fibers offer protection against bacteria. Patients with diabetes are less resistant than healthy individuals to infection, which can lead to complications such as cellulitis (diffuse inflammation of the connective tissue) or osteomyelitis (bone infection, which almost always occurs in the presence of an ulcer). However, a sock billed as resisting bacterial growth does not automatically reduce the chance of infections on the surface of the foot, nor will this type of fabric necessarily protect an open wound from becoming infected. Visual inspection of the feet, along with daily washing, is still needed to avoid infection.
Socks come in sizes
While it’s obvious to patients with diabetes that their shoes come in sizes, the same cannot always be said for socks.
“A lot of patients don’t realize that their socks need to be the correct size,” Crane said. “If the sock is too tight, it can cause ingrown toenails, it can cause problem with compression in between the toes, it can cause ulceration between the toes.”
Crane said she advices her patients with diabetes to “size up” when it comes to socks.
“For instance, I wear a size 6-6.5 (in shoes) and most size small socks go to 6. I’ll go to a medium sock instead of a small because they will shrink once they are washed,” she said.
Socks that are too tight can reduce flow, which is particularly problematic in patients whose diabetes is complicated by vascular disorders. Poor blood flow impairs healing of existing ulcers and other wounds; it can exacerbate loss of sensation in neuropathic patients, increasing the risk of neuropathic ulcers; and it can also increase the risk of ischemic ulcers, which are even more difficult to heal. However, socks that are too big can wrinkle or bunch inside the shoe, putting excess pressure on the feet. For patients with neuropathy, a bunched sock can easily lead to blisters or ulcerations.
But as with shoes, neuropathic patients often need a sock to feel snug against their leg. A sock with binding elastic at the top may feel right to these patients, but can negatively impact blood flow.
If possible, socks and shoes should be fit simultaneously, Crane added.
“One of my pet peeves is that the socks and shoes are not fit at the same time,” she said. “I have a patient who has a beautiful pair of diabetic shoes, but she wears them with pantyhose that she buys at the drug store. The hose have a seam in them and that causes an ulceration on the tip of her toe.”
Another argument for fitting shoes and socks simultaneously is that once a sock size has been determined, the shoe size may change. For instance, a neuropathic patient who is prescribed a therapeutic sock with silicone padding to reduce plantar pressure may have to go with a shoe that is a half-size larger or convert to extra-depth shoes.
OTS socks
Crane pointed out that socks are not covered under the Therapeutic Shoe Bill (see HEADLINE, PAGE XX) so they are an out-of-pocket expense for the patient.
“Good socks are expensive,” she said. “You can’t buy a good pair of socks for $4. You are looking at as much as $20.”
As a result, off-the-shelf (OTS) socks are not always out of the question.
“In terms of the OTS, performance socks, I like the ones that have a bit of Lycra and a bit of either DryWeave or CoolMax to wick the sweat away from the foot. That’s necessary whether the person is a diabetic or not,” she said.
But these performance socks don’t necessarily offer the kind of support that a diabetic foot requires, pointed out Roy H. Lidtke DPM, CPed, FACFAOM, associate professor of podiatric medicine and surgery at Des Moines University and director of the Center for Clinical Biomechanics at
St. Luke’s Hospital, Cedar Rapids, IA. Socks made especially for patients with diabetes provide that support, along with added benefits.
“They offer extra padding and compression that can produce a form of neuromuscular feedback,” Lidtke said. “An example would be when you wear a pair of padded socks with areas of elastic compression and you feel a tightness around your arch. This provides greater proprioceptive feedback on the position and neuromuscular control of the foot.”
Diabetes is often complicated by a loss of postural control, which research suggests is a product of more than just the loss of sensation that accompanies neuropathy. Any intervention that can improve proprioception could potentially also help to improve postural control and, in turn, reduce patients’ risk of falling.
Socks are often an afterthought for patients with diabetes, but they shouldn’t be. Advances in materials science and new twists on old favorites mean that modern socks conform to feet without the bunching, chafing, slipping, and irritation of the past. Some even promote healing.Socks have come a long way since the days of the long white tube with the colored bands around the top. A visit to any sporting goods store will offer a rock climbing wall’s worth of “performance socks,” tricked out with high-tech properties such as moisture wicking, temperature control, and arch support.
No doubt that these sock manufacturers have taken more than a few cues from diabetic socks, which have always combined fibers to maximize support, cushioning, and comfort. But do diabetic socks offer advantages to patients beyond these performance socks? Yes and no, according to the experts. Proper fit and sizing play a big part in ensuring that diabetic socks do their job.
Materials
One hundred percent cotton or wool socks have been criticized for not maintaining the sock’s shape on the foot, which can be problematic for diabetic patients on two fronts. The increased friction between the skin and the fibers can lead to ulcerations. In addition, 100% cotton or wool socks may start out quite tight, possibly reducing circulation in patients who already have compromised blood flow. As the socks are worn over time, the fibers loosen, resulting in a sock that slides between the foot and the shoe, again leaving diabetic patients vulnerable to shear, blisters, and potential ulcerations.
On the other hand, purely synthetic socks may not allow sweat to evaporate properly; sweaty feet can lead to fungal infections, which in and of itself is more complicated in a patient with diabetes than an otherwise healthy subject and can also be another gateway to ulceration. Synthetics blended with natural fibers would seem to be the best bet, offering support and—most importantly—breathing room, according to Marybeth Crane, MS, DPM, FACFAS, CWS, managing partner of Foot and Ankle Associates of North Texas in Grapevine.
“I’m not one that really likes totally cotton socks,” she said. “I find that socks with a little bit of Lycra in them are better. They also offer some compression to address swelling.”
Crane also advocates seamless socks because seams, constantly rubbing against the skin, may cause blisters, calluses, or ulcerations. For a patient with neuropathy, a skin irritation caused by the seam will not be felt immediately, increasing the risk of calluses and other pre-ulcerative conditions.
Moisture wicking can be achieved with a variety of materials: Wool, synthetics, cotton, silk, and renewable materials. Each has its pros and cons.
The biggest advantage of wool, and merino wool in particular, is that it is thermostatic so that feet stay comfortable in a range of temperatures. Wool also can absorb 30% of its own weight in water so feet are more likely to stay dry. Cushioning is another benefit, because diabetic patients have an increased risk for pressure ulcers and because focused areas of high plantar pressure are most likely to become sites of ulceration. On the downside, wool dries out slowly, and wool socks generally carry a higher price-tag than other materials. Both factors could prove problematic for a diabetic patient who cannot afford multiple pairs of socks.
Synthetics, such as nylon and Lycra spandex, help socks retain their shape. Some synthetics may provide arch support, which can help lateralize plantar pressures and provide a bit of extra stability for diabetic patients who have problems with balance. Socks with polypropylene, polyester, or acrylic fibers will offer moisture wicking. Synthetic socks are durable but may be unsuitable for warmer climates. In addition, the socks’ insulation properties may be reduced if the socks get too wet.
Silk is a natural insulator that is often blended with wool for extra softness. The lightweight material offers reliable wicking and a smooth texture; however, it is less durable than other materials. This is important not only with regard to the cost and inconvenience of replacing socks, but also because areas of wear in a sock’s fabric fail to protect the diabetic foot and leave skin vulnerable. In addition, the very “silkiness” of a silk-based material could cause the foot to slip within the shoe, leading to abnormal skin shear and friction-induced skin issues.
A full cotton sock is not advisable for the diabetic foot. The material is easily saturated with sweat and dries slowly, both of which leave the foot vulnerable to blisters. Cotton is less expensive than other materials and, when blended in small quantities with synthetics, it can offer softness.
Eco-friendly materials, such as bamboo, corn-based polylactic acid (PLA), hemp, and charcoal, offer moisture wicking and odor control properties. Combining these materials with synthetic fabrics ups their durability.
Finally, socks made of fabrics embedded with copper, silver, or charcoal fibers offer protection against bacteria. Patients with diabetes are less resistant than healthy individuals to infection, which can lead to complications such as cellulitis (diffuse inflammation of the connective tissue) or osteomyelitis (bone infection, which almost always occurs in the presence of an ulcer). However, a sock billed as resisting bacterial growth does not automatically reduce the chance of infections on the surface of the foot, nor will this type of fabric necessarily protect an open wound from becoming infected. Visual inspection of the feet, along with daily washing, is still needed to avoid infection.
Socks come in sizes
While it’s obvious to patients with diabetes that their shoes come in sizes, the same cannot always be said for socks.
“A lot of patients don’t realize that their socks need to be the correct size,” Crane said. “If the sock is too tight, it can cause ingrown toenails, it can cause problem with compression in between the toes, it can cause ulceration between the toes.”
Crane said she advices her patients with diabetes to “size up” when it comes to socks.
“For instance, I wear a size 6-6.5 (in shoes) and most size small socks go to 6. I’ll go to a medium sock instead of a small because they will shrink once they are washed,” she said.
Socks that are too tight can reduce flow, which is particularly problematic in patients whose diabetes is complicated by vascular disorders. Poor blood flow impairs healing of existing ulcers and other wounds; it can exacerbate loss of sensation in neuropathic patients, increasing the risk of neuropathic ulcers; and it can also increase the risk of ischemic ulcers, which are even more difficult to heal. However, socks that are too big can wrinkle or bunch inside the shoe, putting excess pressure on the feet. For patients with neuropathy, a bunched sock can easily lead to blisters or ulcerations.
But as with shoes, neuropathic patients often need a sock to feel snug against their leg. A sock with binding elastic at the top may feel right to these patients, but can negatively impact blood flow.
If possible, socks and shoes should be fit simultaneously, Crane added.
“One of my pet peeves is that the socks and shoes are not fit at the same time,” she said. “I have a patient who has a beautiful pair of diabetic shoes, but she wears them with pantyhose that she buys at the drug store. The hose have a seam in them and that causes an ulceration on the tip of her toe.”
Another argument for fitting shoes and socks simultaneously is that once a sock size has been determined, the shoe size may change. For instance, a neuropathic patient who is prescribed a therapeutic sock with silicone padding to reduce plantar pressure may have to go with a shoe that is a half-size larger or convert to extra-depth shoes.
OTS socks
Crane pointed out that socks are not covered under the Therapeutic Shoe Bill (see HEADLINE, PAGE XX) so they are an out-of-pocket expense for the patient.
“Good socks are expensive,” she said. “You can’t buy a good pair of socks for $4. You are looking at as much as $20.”
As a result, off-the-shelf (OTS) socks are not always out of the question.
“In terms of the OTS, performance socks, I like the ones that have a bit of Lycra and a bit of either DryWeave or CoolMax to wick the sweat away from the foot. That’s necessary whether the person is a diabetic or not,” she said.
But these performance socks don’t necessarily offer the kind of support that a diabetic foot requires, pointed out Roy H. Lidtke DPM, CPed, FACFAOM, associate professor of podiatric medicine and surgery at Des Moines University and director of the Center for Clinical Biomechanics at
St. Luke’s Hospital, Cedar Rapids, IA. Socks made especially for patients with diabetes provide that support, along with added benefits.
“They offer extra padding and compression that can produce a form of neuromuscular feedback,” Lidtke said. “An example would be when you wear a pair of padded socks with areas of elastic compression and you feel a tightness around your arch. This provides greater proprioceptive feedback on the position and neuromuscular control of the foot.”
Diabetes is often complicated by a loss of postural control, which research suggests is a product of more than just the loss of sensation that accompanies neuropathy. Any intervention that can improve proprioception could potentially also help to improve postural control and, in turn, reduce patients’ risk of falling.
Vince Neil The Show Must Go On ... Even With My Broken Foot!
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Despite the fact he has two broken bones in his foot, Motley Crue frontman Vince Neil is REFUSING to bail on his concert tour ... insisting he'll sing through the pain.
Neil fractured two bones on his left foot while performing at the Blossom Music Center in Ohio Wednesday night ... and tweeted a pic of his swollen foot before he went to the doctor.
Neil has since had the foot put in a cast ... but tells TMZ nothing will keep him from hitting the stage in Toronto tonight ... even though he'll have to tone down the physical stuff.
Good thing he knows Dr. Feelgood.
Despite the fact he has two broken bones in his foot, Motley Crue frontman Vince Neil is REFUSING to bail on his concert tour ... insisting he'll sing through the pain.
Neil fractured two bones on his left foot while performing at the Blossom Music Center in Ohio Wednesday night ... and tweeted a pic of his swollen foot before he went to the doctor.
Neil has since had the foot put in a cast ... but tells TMZ nothing will keep him from hitting the stage in Toronto tonight ... even though he'll have to tone down the physical stuff.
Good thing he knows Dr. Feelgood.
Beautiful Celebrities With Ugly Feet
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Are those sky high heels worth the damage to your feet? Here are some women celebrities who could use some podiatric intervention. Before you purchase those high heels stop and ask yourself if they are worth ruining your feet for fashion?
Katie Holmes
Keira Knightley
Shilpa Shetty
Jennifer Garner
Naomi Campbell
Princess Kate Middleton
Not even royal feet are safe from bunions, hammertoes, dry skin, corns and calluses.
Are those sky high heels worth the damage to your feet? Here are some women celebrities who could use some podiatric intervention. Before you purchase those high heels stop and ask yourself if they are worth ruining your feet for fashion?
Katie Holmes
Keira Knightley
Shilpa Shetty
Jennifer Garner
Naomi Campbell
Princess Kate Middleton
Not even royal feet are safe from bunions, hammertoes, dry skin, corns and calluses.
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'Livin' La Vida Low-Carb Show' Episode 162: Zero-Carb Dieting With Charles Washington
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Charles Washington makes a compelling argument for zero carbs
Oftentimes people who are unfamiliar with livin' la vida low-carb mistakenly describe it as a "zero-carb diet." Anyone who has ever read Protein Power, Dr. Atkins' New Diet Revolution, or any of the other respectable books about low-carb dieting knows that NONE of them advocate NO carbs. Not a single one. It just doesn't exist despite that pervading stereotypical view of what this way of eating is all about. But today's guest not only eating zero carbs, but he is also an active athlete running in half marathons.
In Episode 162 of "The Livin' La Vida Low-Carb Show with Jimmy Moore," we hear from Charles Washington, one of my moderators at the "Livin' La Vida Low-Carb Discussion" forum, and he's proudly zero-carbing and loving it. After following the low-fat diet dutifully and losing a good amount of weight on it, Charles gained it all back when he started lifting weights. That's what drove him to learn more about low-carb nutrition, led him to my blog, and put him on a learning path that has him doing what he is doing today.
Click on the "LISTEN NOW" link below or download it to your iPod to hear Episode 162:
"The Livin' La Vida Low-Carb Show with Jimmy Moore" Episode 162 [31:10m]: LISTEN NOW | Download
There's one thing about Charles Washington that you cannot deny--he backs up everything he says with the facts from researchers, authors, and people who survived and thrived on basically a zero-carb diet. For someone who has not been trained in medicine or nutrition, he articulates his point of view clearly and logically. That can be difficult to pull off when you are suggesting something like eating only meat for your diet, but Charles does it.
He's been sharing his views on the zero-carb path at my forum with quite a response--it's the #1 most-read thread at "Livin' La Vida Low-Carb Discussion!" Today's podcast is the first time many people will hear Charles talking about eating this way, why he chose zero-carb over low-carb, how Gary Taubes' book Good Calories, Bad Calories changed his life, what he does to prepare for a half-marathon eating no carbs, his response to Dr. Mike Eades' recent blog post stating that calories count on a low-carb diet, and so much more! I've been dying to share this interview with you and now it's here.
Hear all kinds of perspectives on low-carb living anytime by:
1. Listening at the official web site
2. Calling (818) 688-2763 to listen via Podlinez
3. Subscribing to the RSS feed
4. Going to iTunes--Click here to subscribe!
What's your impression of Charles Washington and his zero-carb diet? Were you persuaded that perhaps eating no carbohydrates is possibly a healthy way not just to live, but also a preferred method for runners and athletes looking for maximum performance? Tell us about what you think in the show notes section of Episode 162. Read more from Charles Washington by visiting LivinLowCarbDiscussion.com.
Coming up on Thursday's podcast--another one of my moderators at my forum named Christin Sherburne. This former cover girl in Woman's World magazine last year is one of the central characters in the continuing Kimkins diet scam saga and she wanted to provide an update about what is happening with the continuing lawsuit against Kimkins founder Heidi Diaz. You'll enjoy hearing from Christin pouring out her heart and soul about how this entire experience has changed her life.
Charles Washington makes a compelling argument for zero carbs
Oftentimes people who are unfamiliar with livin' la vida low-carb mistakenly describe it as a "zero-carb diet." Anyone who has ever read Protein Power, Dr. Atkins' New Diet Revolution, or any of the other respectable books about low-carb dieting knows that NONE of them advocate NO carbs. Not a single one. It just doesn't exist despite that pervading stereotypical view of what this way of eating is all about. But today's guest not only eating zero carbs, but he is also an active athlete running in half marathons.
In Episode 162 of "The Livin' La Vida Low-Carb Show with Jimmy Moore," we hear from Charles Washington, one of my moderators at the "Livin' La Vida Low-Carb Discussion" forum, and he's proudly zero-carbing and loving it. After following the low-fat diet dutifully and losing a good amount of weight on it, Charles gained it all back when he started lifting weights. That's what drove him to learn more about low-carb nutrition, led him to my blog, and put him on a learning path that has him doing what he is doing today.
Click on the "LISTEN NOW" link below or download it to your iPod to hear Episode 162:
"The Livin' La Vida Low-Carb Show with Jimmy Moore" Episode 162 [31:10m]: LISTEN NOW | DownloadThere's one thing about Charles Washington that you cannot deny--he backs up everything he says with the facts from researchers, authors, and people who survived and thrived on basically a zero-carb diet. For someone who has not been trained in medicine or nutrition, he articulates his point of view clearly and logically. That can be difficult to pull off when you are suggesting something like eating only meat for your diet, but Charles does it.
He's been sharing his views on the zero-carb path at my forum with quite a response--it's the #1 most-read thread at "Livin' La Vida Low-Carb Discussion!" Today's podcast is the first time many people will hear Charles talking about eating this way, why he chose zero-carb over low-carb, how Gary Taubes' book Good Calories, Bad Calories changed his life, what he does to prepare for a half-marathon eating no carbs, his response to Dr. Mike Eades' recent blog post stating that calories count on a low-carb diet, and so much more! I've been dying to share this interview with you and now it's here.
Hear all kinds of perspectives on low-carb living anytime by:
1. Listening at the official web site
2. Calling (818) 688-2763 to listen via Podlinez
3. Subscribing to the RSS feed
4. Going to iTunes--Click here to subscribe!
What's your impression of Charles Washington and his zero-carb diet? Were you persuaded that perhaps eating no carbohydrates is possibly a healthy way not just to live, but also a preferred method for runners and athletes looking for maximum performance? Tell us about what you think in the show notes section of Episode 162. Read more from Charles Washington by visiting LivinLowCarbDiscussion.com.
Coming up on Thursday's podcast--another one of my moderators at my forum named Christin Sherburne. This former cover girl in Woman's World magazine last year is one of the central characters in the continuing Kimkins diet scam saga and she wanted to provide an update about what is happening with the continuing lawsuit against Kimkins founder Heidi Diaz. You'll enjoy hearing from Christin pouring out her heart and soul about how this entire experience has changed her life.
'Livin' La Vida Low-Carb Show' Episode 163: Christin Sherburne On A Crusade Against Kimkins
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Christin Sherburne leading a lawsuit against the Kimkins diet
Most people who have been following my blog for any length of time over the past year already knows about the Kimkins diet scam and the ongoing class action lawsuit that has been brought up against the diet's founder Heidi Diaz, aka "Kimmer." One of the leading voices against Kimkins now is a woman who was featured on the front cover of Woman's World magazine in June 2007 touting her 100-pound weight loss in just five months. But a series of strange events involving Diaz and some potentially life-threatening health complications opened up her eyes to the dangers of the Kimkins diet scheme.
In Episode 163 of "The Livin' La Vida Low-Carb Show with Jimmy Moore," I'm pleased to share a very open and honest interview with Christin Sherburne who has been through a whirlwind of experiences over this past year, including being featured on KTLA-TV in Los Angeles, CA, "The Morning Show with Mike and Juliet" on FOX-TV, and even on ABC-TV's "Good Morning America" putting out a warning signal to anyone who has been tempted to go on the Kimkins diet. Christin has come under a lot of fire for being on the front lines of this battle against Heidi Diaz both from people who support Kimkins and even those who are against it like she is. Listen to her story for yourself and YOU decide what you think about Christin Sherburne's current crusade.
Click on the "LISTEN NOW" link below or download it to your iPod to hear Episode 163:
"The Livin' La Vida Low-Carb Show with Jimmy Moore" Episode 163 [29:56m]: LISTEN NOW | Download
Christin Sherburne takes us through this up-and-down journey over the past year when she was in support of Kimkins because of her incredible weight loss on it and then to her fervent opposition to this diet plan that threatened her health and is harming the lives of real people even to this day. I've been privileged to get to know Christin over this past year and met her in February this year on our first annual low-carb cruise (she'll be coming on the cruise in January 2009 as well!). She really is one of the nicest people you will ever meet.
In the podcast, Christin opens up about those confusing days following her experience as the Kimkins cover-girl when she became the public relations spokesperson for the diet, how she ran into a brick wall when she asked Heidi Diaz/Kimmer to answer some of the questions that had been swirling around the Internet from concerned onlookers, the role Laura Dolson played in helping her see the fraud this diet and its founder is, her unending determination to expose this scam wherever she can to help protect others from falling victim to it, what's happening with the class action civil lawsuit and potential criminal lawsuit against Heidi Diaz, and the positive things that have come out of this entire ordeal that are impacting her life today.
Never miss a low-carb beat and tune in anytime by:
1. Listening at the official web site
2. Calling (818) 688-2763 to listen via Podlinez
3. Subscribing to the RSS feed
4. Going to iTunes--Click here to subscribe!
So what did you think about Christin Sherburne? Regardless of your stance on the Kimkins diet, did Christin convince you one way or the other? Share your thoughts about today's interview in the show notes section of Episode 163. Check out more from Christin Sherburne by visiting her at her LivinLowCarbDiscussion.com page as well as her inspirational "The Journey" blog.
Come back next week for a highly-requested two-part follow-up interview with Dr. Keith Berkowitz who will answer a slew of questions that came in following my first podcast interview with him a few months back about the subject of "reactive hypoglycemia" while on a low-carb diet. If you sent me a question about this, then tune in on Monday and Thursday to hear it answered by Dr. Berkowitz. THANKS for listening to "The Livin' La Vida Low-Carb Show with Jimmy Moore."
Christin Sherburne leading a lawsuit against the Kimkins diet
Most people who have been following my blog for any length of time over the past year already knows about the Kimkins diet scam and the ongoing class action lawsuit that has been brought up against the diet's founder Heidi Diaz, aka "Kimmer." One of the leading voices against Kimkins now is a woman who was featured on the front cover of Woman's World magazine in June 2007 touting her 100-pound weight loss in just five months. But a series of strange events involving Diaz and some potentially life-threatening health complications opened up her eyes to the dangers of the Kimkins diet scheme.
In Episode 163 of "The Livin' La Vida Low-Carb Show with Jimmy Moore," I'm pleased to share a very open and honest interview with Christin Sherburne who has been through a whirlwind of experiences over this past year, including being featured on KTLA-TV in Los Angeles, CA, "The Morning Show with Mike and Juliet" on FOX-TV, and even on ABC-TV's "Good Morning America" putting out a warning signal to anyone who has been tempted to go on the Kimkins diet. Christin has come under a lot of fire for being on the front lines of this battle against Heidi Diaz both from people who support Kimkins and even those who are against it like she is. Listen to her story for yourself and YOU decide what you think about Christin Sherburne's current crusade.
Click on the "LISTEN NOW" link below or download it to your iPod to hear Episode 163:
"The Livin' La Vida Low-Carb Show with Jimmy Moore" Episode 163 [29:56m]: LISTEN NOW | DownloadChristin Sherburne takes us through this up-and-down journey over the past year when she was in support of Kimkins because of her incredible weight loss on it and then to her fervent opposition to this diet plan that threatened her health and is harming the lives of real people even to this day. I've been privileged to get to know Christin over this past year and met her in February this year on our first annual low-carb cruise (she'll be coming on the cruise in January 2009 as well!). She really is one of the nicest people you will ever meet.
In the podcast, Christin opens up about those confusing days following her experience as the Kimkins cover-girl when she became the public relations spokesperson for the diet, how she ran into a brick wall when she asked Heidi Diaz/Kimmer to answer some of the questions that had been swirling around the Internet from concerned onlookers, the role Laura Dolson played in helping her see the fraud this diet and its founder is, her unending determination to expose this scam wherever she can to help protect others from falling victim to it, what's happening with the class action civil lawsuit and potential criminal lawsuit against Heidi Diaz, and the positive things that have come out of this entire ordeal that are impacting her life today.
Never miss a low-carb beat and tune in anytime by:
1. Listening at the official web site
2. Calling (818) 688-2763 to listen via Podlinez
3. Subscribing to the RSS feed
4. Going to iTunes--Click here to subscribe!
So what did you think about Christin Sherburne? Regardless of your stance on the Kimkins diet, did Christin convince you one way or the other? Share your thoughts about today's interview in the show notes section of Episode 163. Check out more from Christin Sherburne by visiting her at her LivinLowCarbDiscussion.com page as well as her inspirational "The Journey" blog.
Come back next week for a highly-requested two-part follow-up interview with Dr. Keith Berkowitz who will answer a slew of questions that came in following my first podcast interview with him a few months back about the subject of "reactive hypoglycemia" while on a low-carb diet. If you sent me a question about this, then tune in on Monday and Thursday to hear it answered by Dr. Berkowitz. THANKS for listening to "The Livin' La Vida Low-Carb Show with Jimmy Moore."
Blogger Locks Another Low-Carb Blog As 'Spam': Let's Help Get It Unlocked
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Now look at the low-carber who's been blocked as "spam"
I am livid right now with the hosting site of my blogs right now and it has forced me to make a decision I really hoped I wouldn't have to make. But Blogger has really forced the issue now and I don't feel like I have much of a choice in the matter all things considered. More about that in a moment.
As you know, my "Livin' La Vida Low-Carb" blog was first identified by Blogger's robots as a "spam blog" back in April this year and it took nearly a week to get it back again. When your blog is locked by one of these computer robots automatically, you have to go through a rigorous waiting period until a real live human being can look at your blog and realize it is not "spam," but actually legitimate. Visitors coming to the blog wouldn't know that it's locked, but the owner is unable to make any new posts or changes until a Blogger representative bothers to take a look.
Adding insult to injury about my particular case is the fact that it was locked for a second time in less than a month AGAIN, although this time I got it to come back MUCH quicker because I had a Blogger employee name that I urged so many of you to write to. Thanks to the efforts of my faithful and dedicated supporters at my blog and on my other web sites, my "Livin' La Vida Low-Carb" blog was restored in just two days.
Now we have yet another low-carb blogger who has been locked out of her popular blog. It's Regina Wilshire at the "Weight of the Evidence" blog who informed me today that she has been identified by Blogger as a "spam" blog. This would be hilarious if it wasn't dead serious because Regina's blog has been a longtime source for quality low-carb research information well before Jimmy Moore was even on the scene. It's such a travesty that genuinely good bloggers are forced to endure this kind of aggravation.
To make matters worse, my "30-in-30" Low-Carb Weight Loss Challenge blog was also locked today, so it looks like Blogger is on the rampage again with the trigger-happy robots. This is utterly stupid if you ask me and I would like to ask for your help yet again. As of the writing of this blog post, it's late on Friday afternoon. So nothing may come of this until Monday. But it's worth a shot for Regina's sake.
The last time I asked for your help with unlocking my blog, I gave you the name and e-mail address of the Blogger employee who was the first one to unlock my blog. His name is Mishka and his direct e-mail address is mishkablogger@yahoo.com. In your e-mail, kindly request that the URLs WeightOfTheEvidence.blogspot.com and 30-in-30.blogspot.com be unlocked since they are not "spam" blogs. Thank him for his prompt attention to this and express your personal experiences reading these sites. If all goes well, then Regina should be back up and running by Monday. And the same with my "30-in-30" blog.
THANK YOU again for your help everyone! You are the best!
So what am I contemplating doing? Right now I'm moving all of my posts from Blogger over the WordPress and will make a decision soon about making my new permanent blog home over there. You never hear about any issues like this over there, so it's looking more and more appealing by the moment. I'll let you know if and when that will happen, so don't worry. THANKS again for your support!
8-2-08 UPDATE: Well, YOU DID IT!!! Both my "30-in-30" blog and Regina's blog are now back...but neither of us is happy with Blogger right now. That's why we're moving to WordPress and you'll be hearing more about that soon. In the meantime, check out Regina's new address at WeightOfTheEvidence.com.
Now look at the low-carber who's been blocked as "spam"
I am livid right now with the hosting site of my blogs right now and it has forced me to make a decision I really hoped I wouldn't have to make. But Blogger has really forced the issue now and I don't feel like I have much of a choice in the matter all things considered. More about that in a moment.
As you know, my "Livin' La Vida Low-Carb" blog was first identified by Blogger's robots as a "spam blog" back in April this year and it took nearly a week to get it back again. When your blog is locked by one of these computer robots automatically, you have to go through a rigorous waiting period until a real live human being can look at your blog and realize it is not "spam," but actually legitimate. Visitors coming to the blog wouldn't know that it's locked, but the owner is unable to make any new posts or changes until a Blogger representative bothers to take a look.
Adding insult to injury about my particular case is the fact that it was locked for a second time in less than a month AGAIN, although this time I got it to come back MUCH quicker because I had a Blogger employee name that I urged so many of you to write to. Thanks to the efforts of my faithful and dedicated supporters at my blog and on my other web sites, my "Livin' La Vida Low-Carb" blog was restored in just two days.
Now we have yet another low-carb blogger who has been locked out of her popular blog. It's Regina Wilshire at the "Weight of the Evidence" blog who informed me today that she has been identified by Blogger as a "spam" blog. This would be hilarious if it wasn't dead serious because Regina's blog has been a longtime source for quality low-carb research information well before Jimmy Moore was even on the scene. It's such a travesty that genuinely good bloggers are forced to endure this kind of aggravation.
To make matters worse, my "30-in-30" Low-Carb Weight Loss Challenge blog was also locked today, so it looks like Blogger is on the rampage again with the trigger-happy robots. This is utterly stupid if you ask me and I would like to ask for your help yet again. As of the writing of this blog post, it's late on Friday afternoon. So nothing may come of this until Monday. But it's worth a shot for Regina's sake.
The last time I asked for your help with unlocking my blog, I gave you the name and e-mail address of the Blogger employee who was the first one to unlock my blog. His name is Mishka and his direct e-mail address is mishkablogger@yahoo.com. In your e-mail, kindly request that the URLs WeightOfTheEvidence.blogspot.com and 30-in-30.blogspot.com be unlocked since they are not "spam" blogs. Thank him for his prompt attention to this and express your personal experiences reading these sites. If all goes well, then Regina should be back up and running by Monday. And the same with my "30-in-30" blog.
THANK YOU again for your help everyone! You are the best!
So what am I contemplating doing? Right now I'm moving all of my posts from Blogger over the WordPress and will make a decision soon about making my new permanent blog home over there. You never hear about any issues like this over there, so it's looking more and more appealing by the moment. I'll let you know if and when that will happen, so don't worry. THANKS again for your support!
8-2-08 UPDATE: Well, YOU DID IT!!! Both my "30-in-30" blog and Regina's blog are now back...but neither of us is happy with Blogger right now. That's why we're moving to WordPress and you'll be hearing more about that soon. In the meantime, check out Regina's new address at WeightOfTheEvidence.com.
It's Over! I'm Finished Blogging Here...GOODBYE FOREVER BLOGGER!
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I've sat at my computer for hours on end posting to Blogger
I've put this decision off for a very long time because I wanted to be absolutely sure it was the right thing to do. As much as I love blogging, you just knew the time was gonna come for me to hang it all up, call it quits, and take this show elsewhere--and that's exactly what I'm doing today. See ya, adios, and so long Blogger!
You may recall my blog post from Friday when fellow low-carb blogger Regina Wilshire was the latest victim of Blogger's overaggressive robot identifying her blog as "spam." This follows just a few short months after my blog right here at Blogger was locked by the Blogger robots as a "spam blog" and all the frustration that came with that followed by a second locked blog just three weeks later. Doing this to good blogs is bad public relations and has ticked me off enough that I've decided I'm done with Blogger forever. They've done this to themselves and I am usually very loyal to companies over time (which is why I stood with them for as long as I have).
But today it is good riddance to them. Out with the old and in with the new! Does this mean I'm finished blogging about the healthy low-carb lifestyle? Not by a long shot! You can check out my new blogging home RIGHT NOW at LivinLaVidaLowCarb.wordpress.com. I worked all weekend on it to make it look as good as it possibly can and I am so thrilled with the way it turned out. All of your favorite posts and comments have been moved over to this new blog as well as some new bells and whistles that will bring a smile to your face.
A few of my testers have commented how much faster this page loads than the Blogger blog, so I am happy about that. Speed of loading was one of the major problems people complained about with this old blog. The new one is like lightning it's so fast! You'll also notice the layout is very clean and the look is much more precise than Blogger. My favorite feature of the new blog is the fact that you can click on "Next Page" at the bottom of each page and see the next set of blog posts. So now I only have to post 5 blog posts instead of 15-20. WOO HOO! Just click on that link and you'll get 5 more blog posts on the next page...SWEET!
Along the top of the blog are seven clickable links to important information. "Home" will always take you back to the front page of the blog. "Before & After Pics" shows my photos from 410 pounds, pictures from right after my 180-pound weight loss, as well as a new feature showing current photographs in the years since. "Contact" allows you to reach me with your questions and comments. "Disclaimer" explains I am not a doctor, so use the information at your own risk. "LLVLC Sites" lists the various web sites I am affiliated with. "Meet Jimmy" is a brief bio of who I am and why I started the blog. And finally, "Our Sponsors" is a grouping of all the companies that are lending their financial support to the "Livin' La Vida Low-Carb" blog so I can keep doing what I'm doing.
On the left-hand side panel, you'll see some more new additions: a Subscribe To Feed link, the most recent comments on the blog, the most popular clicked pages on the blog, some weight loss links, the full archives all the way back to April 2005, the MyBlogLog widget box, and the total traffic at the blog which I transferred the numbers from my Blogger account over these past 3+ years (currently at over 3.5 million pageviews!).
On the right-hand side panel, there's a link to my About page connected to a picture of me, a list of the latest blog posts, a link to my book, a link to my before and after photos, an RSS feed of my Low-Carb Menus blog, a list of "LLVLC Quicklinks" that will help you find what you need in a flash, my latest photographs on Flickr, a Meta list, and a link to audio podcasts of my blog posts courtesy of Odiogo.
Finally, in the upper right-hand side of the new WordPress blog is a search box that is unbelievably fast and accurate. If I have ever blogged about it, then you'll find it with this search box. It's located right beneath the blog logo and you should use it early and often to find what you need. Of course, if you need help, then I'm always happy to assist. :)
So this is it! My days at Blogger have come to an end and that's just too bad. I appreciate having them as my blogging tool for over three years, but it's time to move on to bigger and better things at my new WordPress blog. And I'm not alone: Regina Wilshire has also set up shop at WordPress at her new WeightOfTheEvidence.com blog. I'm sure many more current Blogger blog owners will be making the move soon...or they should lest the robots shut down their blog as "spam," too!
Don't forget to change all of your bookmarks to the new blog and resubscribe to the blog feed here so you'll never miss a single post at the all new and improved "Livin' La Vida Low-Carb" blog at WordPress! THANK YOU so much for your support for the work I am doing over the years and I look forward to continuing this for many years to come over at the new blog.
I've sat at my computer for hours on end posting to Blogger
I've put this decision off for a very long time because I wanted to be absolutely sure it was the right thing to do. As much as I love blogging, you just knew the time was gonna come for me to hang it all up, call it quits, and take this show elsewhere--and that's exactly what I'm doing today. See ya, adios, and so long Blogger!
You may recall my blog post from Friday when fellow low-carb blogger Regina Wilshire was the latest victim of Blogger's overaggressive robot identifying her blog as "spam." This follows just a few short months after my blog right here at Blogger was locked by the Blogger robots as a "spam blog" and all the frustration that came with that followed by a second locked blog just three weeks later. Doing this to good blogs is bad public relations and has ticked me off enough that I've decided I'm done with Blogger forever. They've done this to themselves and I am usually very loyal to companies over time (which is why I stood with them for as long as I have).
But today it is good riddance to them. Out with the old and in with the new! Does this mean I'm finished blogging about the healthy low-carb lifestyle? Not by a long shot! You can check out my new blogging home RIGHT NOW at LivinLaVidaLowCarb.wordpress.com. I worked all weekend on it to make it look as good as it possibly can and I am so thrilled with the way it turned out. All of your favorite posts and comments have been moved over to this new blog as well as some new bells and whistles that will bring a smile to your face.
A few of my testers have commented how much faster this page loads than the Blogger blog, so I am happy about that. Speed of loading was one of the major problems people complained about with this old blog. The new one is like lightning it's so fast! You'll also notice the layout is very clean and the look is much more precise than Blogger. My favorite feature of the new blog is the fact that you can click on "Next Page" at the bottom of each page and see the next set of blog posts. So now I only have to post 5 blog posts instead of 15-20. WOO HOO! Just click on that link and you'll get 5 more blog posts on the next page...SWEET!
Along the top of the blog are seven clickable links to important information. "Home" will always take you back to the front page of the blog. "Before & After Pics" shows my photos from 410 pounds, pictures from right after my 180-pound weight loss, as well as a new feature showing current photographs in the years since. "Contact" allows you to reach me with your questions and comments. "Disclaimer" explains I am not a doctor, so use the information at your own risk. "LLVLC Sites" lists the various web sites I am affiliated with. "Meet Jimmy" is a brief bio of who I am and why I started the blog. And finally, "Our Sponsors" is a grouping of all the companies that are lending their financial support to the "Livin' La Vida Low-Carb" blog so I can keep doing what I'm doing.
On the left-hand side panel, you'll see some more new additions: a Subscribe To Feed link, the most recent comments on the blog, the most popular clicked pages on the blog, some weight loss links, the full archives all the way back to April 2005, the MyBlogLog widget box, and the total traffic at the blog which I transferred the numbers from my Blogger account over these past 3+ years (currently at over 3.5 million pageviews!).
On the right-hand side panel, there's a link to my About page connected to a picture of me, a list of the latest blog posts, a link to my book, a link to my before and after photos, an RSS feed of my Low-Carb Menus blog, a list of "LLVLC Quicklinks" that will help you find what you need in a flash, my latest photographs on Flickr, a Meta list, and a link to audio podcasts of my blog posts courtesy of Odiogo.
Finally, in the upper right-hand side of the new WordPress blog is a search box that is unbelievably fast and accurate. If I have ever blogged about it, then you'll find it with this search box. It's located right beneath the blog logo and you should use it early and often to find what you need. Of course, if you need help, then I'm always happy to assist. :)
So this is it! My days at Blogger have come to an end and that's just too bad. I appreciate having them as my blogging tool for over three years, but it's time to move on to bigger and better things at my new WordPress blog. And I'm not alone: Regina Wilshire has also set up shop at WordPress at her new WeightOfTheEvidence.com blog. I'm sure many more current Blogger blog owners will be making the move soon...or they should lest the robots shut down their blog as "spam," too!
Don't forget to change all of your bookmarks to the new blog and resubscribe to the blog feed here so you'll never miss a single post at the all new and improved "Livin' La Vida Low-Carb" blog at WordPress! THANK YOU so much for your support for the work I am doing over the years and I look forward to continuing this for many years to come over at the new blog.
Hypoglycemia and Diabetes - An Epidemic
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Today an epidemic of Type 2 Diabetes is cutting across the U.S.
In Type 2 Diabetes people become debilitated but keep living for many years. Hence, it is a very costly disease, costing the U.S. more than $200 billion per year. (You would expect to pay at least $240,000 per year for kidney dialysis.) The numbers of people falling to Diabetes is growing every year.
Diabetes leads the list for causing amputation and blindness to say nothing about heart disease.
But why am I talking about Type 2 Diabetes when we started with hypoglycemia? Precisely because the consequences of hypoglycemia are, in many cases, Type 2 Diabetes. Don't nip hypoglycemia in the bud now and one of the big diseases, including diabetes, will eventually nip you in the bud.
Read the full article and find out more about the link between Diabetes and Hypoglycemia.
In Type 2 Diabetes people become debilitated but keep living for many years. Hence, it is a very costly disease, costing the U.S. more than $200 billion per year. (You would expect to pay at least $240,000 per year for kidney dialysis.) The numbers of people falling to Diabetes is growing every year.
Diabetes leads the list for causing amputation and blindness to say nothing about heart disease.
But why am I talking about Type 2 Diabetes when we started with hypoglycemia? Precisely because the consequences of hypoglycemia are, in many cases, Type 2 Diabetes. Don't nip hypoglycemia in the bud now and one of the big diseases, including diabetes, will eventually nip you in the bud.
Read the full article and find out more about the link between Diabetes and Hypoglycemia.
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Paleo Eating & Diabetes
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As a parent of a type 1 child, I am acutely aware of what foods my son puts in his body. Every food contains its own nutritional value and, as a parent and caregiver, I try to maximize Dylan's nutritional intake to ensure that he is as healthy as possible.
So a few months ago, when I heard about the Paleo diet in a CWD (Children with Diabetes) discussion group, my interest was piqued. It appeared that type 1 kids who ate predominantly paleo were reducing their insulin requirements by 50% or even more! The skeptic in me immediately doubted the validity of these claims. However, as I started researching, I found more and more scientific evidence to support this way of eating, not just for type 1's, but for everyone. Then I learned that a number of my coworkers (and some of the healthiest and fittest people I know) have been eating Paleo for years.
For those who may not have heard of Paleo before, it is a dietary plan based on the eating patterns of man during the Paleolithic Era. Basically, only foods available during that hunter/gatherer time are permitted. Commonly consumed items are fish, grass-fed meats, vegetables, fungi, nuts, seeds, and fruit. Excluded foods are grains, dairy, legumes, salt, refined sugar, and processed oils. Still not sure I understood completely, my next step was to read "Quantum Paleo" by Dr. Doug Willen and really get my head around what the diet actually entailed; what foods were "in," and which were "out."
After careful consideration, I've decided to try it out. Willen suggests a 21 day trial period, which is what I intend to do, starting today. During the 21 days, I will eat entirely paleo, but expose my family, including Dylan, to a variety of paleo meals and see how it goes. If I like it, I'll stick with it permanently; if Dylan likes it, I will start him on a complete paleo diet as well.
As a parent of a type 1 child, I am acutely aware of what foods my son puts in his body. Every food contains its own nutritional value and, as a parent and caregiver, I try to maximize Dylan's nutritional intake to ensure that he is as healthy as possible.
So a few months ago, when I heard about the Paleo diet in a CWD (Children with Diabetes) discussion group, my interest was piqued. It appeared that type 1 kids who ate predominantly paleo were reducing their insulin requirements by 50% or even more! The skeptic in me immediately doubted the validity of these claims. However, as I started researching, I found more and more scientific evidence to support this way of eating, not just for type 1's, but for everyone. Then I learned that a number of my coworkers (and some of the healthiest and fittest people I know) have been eating Paleo for years.
For those who may not have heard of Paleo before, it is a dietary plan based on the eating patterns of man during the Paleolithic Era. Basically, only foods available during that hunter/gatherer time are permitted. Commonly consumed items are fish, grass-fed meats, vegetables, fungi, nuts, seeds, and fruit. Excluded foods are grains, dairy, legumes, salt, refined sugar, and processed oils. Still not sure I understood completely, my next step was to read "Quantum Paleo" by Dr. Doug Willen and really get my head around what the diet actually entailed; what foods were "in," and which were "out."
After careful consideration, I've decided to try it out. Willen suggests a 21 day trial period, which is what I intend to do, starting today. During the 21 days, I will eat entirely paleo, but expose my family, including Dylan, to a variety of paleo meals and see how it goes. If I like it, I'll stick with it permanently; if Dylan likes it, I will start him on a complete paleo diet as well.
Thai Lettuce Wraps (Paleo)
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It's been so long since I posted a recipe, I just had to share this one. With my new paleo eating, and since I do the cooking, my family has been eating paleo dinners without even realizing it (shh). Last night we had an amazing paleo meal of Thai Lettuce Wraps.
I found the recipe at Everyday Paleo, a fabulous site dedicated to paleo cooking, and had to test it out. I was a huge hit, so I will definitely be making it a 2nd time! Serves 5-6.
Ingredients
2 pounds ground beef
1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced2 bunches Thai basil leaves or sweet basil leaves 3 garlic cloves, minced2-3 tablespoons coconut aminos2 teaspoons fish sauce 1-2 teaspoon hot chili Juice from 1 lime2 teaspoons sesame oil1 tablespoon coconut oilSeveral butter lettuce or other large green leaf lettuceleaves for the wrapsMore Thai basil leaves and chopped cilantro leaves forgarnish
ProcedureIn a large skillet, heat the coconut oil over medium heat. Add the bell peppers and onions and saute until tender. Remove the bellpeppers and onions from the pan and set aside. In the same pan, brown theground beef. While the ground beef is cooking, whisk together the coconutaminos, fish sauce, lime juice, hot chili sauce, sesame oil and garlic. Add thebell peppers and onions back to the pan with the ground beef, pour in thesauce, add the Thai basil leaves, and stir just until the basil leaves arewilted. Turn off the heat and you are ready to serve. Fill lettuce leaves withbig scoops of the meat mixture topped with chopped cilantro and more basilleaves for garnish. Top with more hot chili sauce if you want it spicier.
Nutritional Information (per serving) Calories 367, Fat 26.9g, Cholesterol 84.8mg, Sodium 331.2mg, Carbohydrates 8.9g, Fiber 2.9g, Protein 22.6g
The original recipe can be found here.
I found the recipe at Everyday Paleo, a fabulous site dedicated to paleo cooking, and had to test it out. I was a huge hit, so I will definitely be making it a 2nd time! Serves 5-6.
Ingredients
2 pounds ground beef
1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced2 bunches Thai basil leaves or sweet basil leaves 3 garlic cloves, minced2-3 tablespoons coconut aminos2 teaspoons fish sauce 1-2 teaspoon hot chili Juice from 1 lime2 teaspoons sesame oil1 tablespoon coconut oilSeveral butter lettuce or other large green leaf lettuceleaves for the wrapsMore Thai basil leaves and chopped cilantro leaves forgarnish
ProcedureIn a large skillet, heat the coconut oil over medium heat. Add the bell peppers and onions and saute until tender. Remove the bellpeppers and onions from the pan and set aside. In the same pan, brown theground beef. While the ground beef is cooking, whisk together the coconutaminos, fish sauce, lime juice, hot chili sauce, sesame oil and garlic. Add thebell peppers and onions back to the pan with the ground beef, pour in thesauce, add the Thai basil leaves, and stir just until the basil leaves arewilted. Turn off the heat and you are ready to serve. Fill lettuce leaves withbig scoops of the meat mixture topped with chopped cilantro and more basilleaves for garnish. Top with more hot chili sauce if you want it spicier.
Nutritional Information (per serving) Calories 367, Fat 26.9g, Cholesterol 84.8mg, Sodium 331.2mg, Carbohydrates 8.9g, Fiber 2.9g, Protein 22.6g
The original recipe can be found here.
Officially a Warrior!
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Yesterday I completed my first obstacle race, and wow did I ever have a blast! The 5.5km Warrior Dash is an obstacle race literally perched on the side of Mount Seymour, one of Vancouver's local ski mountains. Traversing up and down the rugged terrain, competitors battled the heat, the incline, and each other, while tackling a dozen obstacles along the way.
Competing in a team of 4, with 3 truly awesome ladies, we donned neon clothing and arrived ready to tackle the mountain for our 10:00 am wave start. By the time we checked in, picked up our race kits, and checked our gear, the temperature was already nearing 25 degrees, but nothing was holding us back!
Up and down the mountain we zigzagged, oblivious to the burning in our legs and lungs, focussed only on the next obstacle and water station. Pulling ourselves over walls, wiggling under barbed wire, and climbing over cargo nets, no obstacle too high or too hard.
Finally, after over 5km of running, we neared the final 2 obstacles - a couple of leaps through fire, a quick crawl through a mud pit, and we crossed the finish line to receive our finisher's medals and await our hose down.
What an incredible morning - I can't wait for the Super Spartan in September!!
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| Group pic post race |
Competing in a team of 4, with 3 truly awesome ladies, we donned neon clothing and arrived ready to tackle the mountain for our 10:00 am wave start. By the time we checked in, picked up our race kits, and checked our gear, the temperature was already nearing 25 degrees, but nothing was holding us back!
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| The first of many uphills...notice the magic carpet lift behind us as we run up a ski run? |
Up and down the mountain we zigzagged, oblivious to the burning in our legs and lungs, focussed only on the next obstacle and water station. Pulling ourselves over walls, wiggling under barbed wire, and climbing over cargo nets, no obstacle too high or too hard.
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| Completed the last obstacle and the finish line is in sight! |
Finally, after over 5km of running, we neared the final 2 obstacles - a couple of leaps through fire, a quick crawl through a mud pit, and we crossed the finish line to receive our finisher's medals and await our hose down.
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| Crossing the finish line after a terrific race! |
What an incredible morning - I can't wait for the Super Spartan in September!!
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