Syndrome X, Prediabetes and Hypoglycemia
Syndrome X also known as metabolic syndrome is a
package of abnormalities that includes hypertension, high LDL, low
HDL, and high triglycerides. Obesity, blood clotting, a higher rate
of cardiovascular, and nearly always diabetes is included in this
metabolic syndrome.
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Prediabetes is common and found in people who
have a blood sugar level that is higher than normal but not
high enough to be considered diabetes. If you have been
diagnosed with prediabetes, you are more at risk to getting
Type 2 diabetes, and having cardiovascular disease or
stroke. This condition can be reversed without medication
by increasing your physical level of activity and a modest
weight loss. Don’t underestimate what losing weight can do
for your body.
Studies show that unless a healthy weight is
maintained and an exercise program is not followed, 20
percent of those diagnosed with prediabetes will possibly
develop diabetes within ten years.
Diabetes is an indirect cause of over 200,000
deaths each year and over a million new cases are reported
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The numbers keep increasing, largely because of
increasing numbers who are obese or overweight. These same
people do not get the proper amount of exercise.
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Simply by starting a healthier eating
plan, and exercising at least four times a week for 30
minutes, you can reduce the risk of developing
diabetes. People with diabetes have a harder time
fighting off infections and infections can make your
blood sugar level hard to control.
Hypoglycemia or low blood sugar is a
problem that occurs when too much insulin is in the
system. Missing a meal, having too much alcohol,
medications for other health concerns, or exercising
more than normal may cause headaches; dizziness,
tremors, and sweating are common signs of hypoglycemia.
If levels get too low, seizures or fainting may occur.
The exact opposite of this is a serious
condition called hyperosmolar hyperglycemic nonketotic
syndrome. |
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When this happens, high levels of blood
sugar build up. The body tries to get rid of it by passing
it out with the urine. This can lead to severe dehydration that may lead
to seizures, coma, and death. Stress, injury, stroke, and
steroids irritate this problem. Patients who have Type 2
diabetes sometimes fail to control their diabetes, or become
dehydrated, stressed, become injured or have a stroke.
Diabetic ketoacidosis is another serious
condition when hyperglycemia causes a build up of ketones.
These acidic wastes can build up in the body and do serious
harm. This condition can be caused by missing insulin
injections but can also be caused by medical emergencies,
stress, or infection. Stroke and heart attacks can also cause
ketones to build up in the body.
If you have diabetes, know what the complications
are and remember you can control your diabetes, or even reverse
it by following a healthier diet, and beginning a moderate
exercise program. Take small steps and gradually add more to
your exercise program as your stamina increases. Start out with
a healthier diet by reducing your intake of refined sugar and
adding fresh vegetables and fruit.
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