What are Cracked Heels ? Having smelly feet is not a solely hygiene issue. Cracked heels may be causing this too. In the medical world, cracked heels are also called fissures. This is a common foot problem that is caused by dry skin or xerosis. If the dry skin becomes thicker on the heel area, it is then called callus. Calluses are thick and when it cracks deeply, it is painful and can cause bleeding if aggravated. If this continues, it becomes infected and if not taken cared of, in worst case scenarios, the affected foot can be amputated. Cracked Heels Causes What causes cracked heels ? Prolonged standing in [...]
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Itchy Feet and Toes
by on 30. Aug, 2010 in Diseases and Conditions
Itchy feet can be defined as an irritating condition where the feet itch and the infected person feels like scratching the skin all the time. The itching can be persistent and no amount of scratching or rubbing seems to stop it. Itchy feet and toes can develop due to various reasons including sweat, excessive moisture and dirt. Dry itchy feet can result due to poor-fitting and unhygienic footwear. Itchy Feet Causes An itch in the feet can be irritating irrespective of its severity. Read on to learn some of the various causes of itchy feet: A major cause of itchy feet is improper hygiene. The bacteria causing the itch thrive [...]
How to prevent Diabetes
by on 25. May, 2010 in Diabetes
Modern medicines have a large number of methods for diagnosis of diabetes, among which the most reliable is the test of glucose. Holding the sample does not cause any complications, but at the same time it provides very important information to the doctors and allows them to prevent diabetes. A large quantity of vegetables and limited alcoholic beverages helps to prevent the development of diabetes. The researchers concluded that lifestyle changes can drastically affect human health. Proper nutrition and regular exercise reduces the risk of diabetes by about 43 percent. One can compare the health of people involved in sports and receiving adequate nutrition and those who did not try [...]
Nutrition guide for diabetics in India : Diabetic Indian Diet
by on 30. Apr, 2010 in Nutrition
Have you just learned you have diabetes? Or have you been living with the condition for years? In either case, you probably know how important what you eat is to managing your blood sugar. Diet is the mainstay of all Diabetes Management. In order to ensure compliance, the prescribed diet should be individualized. It must be realistic, flexible, and also take into consideration the likes and dislikes of the patient, to as large an extent as possible and must suit the life style. Our Indian diets, with slight modification are close to what is considered as Ideal Diabetic Diet. Good nutrition is one of the most important part of healthy [...]
Benefits, advantages and uses of diabetic shoes : DIABETIC FOOTWEAR
by on 23. Apr, 2010 in Diabetes
Diabetes is a disease which can happen to anyone; people from all walks of life. People who suffer from it have a common side effect called ‘peripheral neuropathy’. It is the loss of sensation in extreme cases. Until is too late a diabetic person may not know that he has gotten hurt in the foot due to his covered foot in a ordinary shoe. Minor rubbing and bruising can lead to major damages to the person. Hence special diabetic shoes are required. Once, little thought was given on the health benefits of diabetic shoes. Gradually the conception on the health benefit of these shoes progressed and they are fairly easy [...]
Diabetic Heart Attack Symptoms : Diabetes symptoms
by on 09. Apr, 2010 in Diabetes
Diabetes heart attacks are a common occurrence people consuming excessive sugar in their diet. Diabetes Insipidus cannot do much harm nor does it occur any often. Diabetes mellitus is responsible for organ impairment. It gives rise to four complications; namely, gangrene, diabetic cataract, heart attack (silent myocardial infarction), and renal dysfunction (nephritic syndrome). What happens in diabetes is that pancreas which produces insulin, a vital component, which allows blood glucose to enter the body cells, reduces it production. Due to this, the insulin levels in the body decrease to an unhealthy extent. Its repercussions in the body are seen as organ dysfunction. Heart is one such organ. Heart attacks or [...]
61 Quick Simple Tips For Diabetes : Diabetics Must Know
by on 11. Dec, 2009 in Diabetes
Here is the Best collection of quick, easy and simple diabetes tips must be known by every diabetic on this planet to lead a healthy life. Let’s start – 1. Perfect way to keep your diabetes in control is frequent blood glucose testing. 2. Test strips and insulin must be protected from extreme cold and heat. 3. Before you go bed make sure that you check your feet. 4. Guidelines for blood sugar (glucose) test: a) Type 1 Diabetes: 3-4 times daily. b) Type 2 Diabetes: 1-2 times daily. 5. At each meal you can eat variety of foods 6. You must know the effect of sweets on your blood [...]
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