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Tuesday, July 9, 2013
Emma Watson on the cover of GQ
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For Alzheimer's Caregivers, a Much-Needed Break
Study confirms adult day care provides beneficial time off
By Amy Norton
HealthDay ReporterFRIDAY, June 7 (HealthDay News) -- Day care centers for people with Alzheimer's disease can give their spouses and other family caregivers a much needed source of stress relief, a new study suggests.
Such centers offer people with dementia a chance to socialize and take part in activities that stimulate their minds. The programs can also give spouses, children and other caregivers a break.
Intuitively, that should ease some of caregivers' daily stress. But there hasn't been much research to prove it.
In the new study, published recently in the journal Gerontologist, researchers measured stress levels of 173 family caregivers in four U.S. states who used care centers for their relative with dementia.
Through phone interviews over one week, they found caregivers were less stressed and had fewer bouts of anger on day care days than other days. And when stressors did crop up -- such as problems at work -- they took less of an emotional toll.
"I think this reinforces the fact that caregivers can't do this all on their own," said Carol Steinberg, president of the Alzheimer's Foundation of America. "People need relief."
Study author Steven Zarit agreed. "There's a famous book [on caregiving] called 'The 36-Hour Day,' and I think that perfectly describes it," he said. "Caregivers need help. When they get a break, it's a way to restore."
Allan Vann, whose wife, Clare, has Alzheimer's, said he initially thought he could care for her on his own. A retired principal from Commack, N.Y., Vann said he was used to daily stress, and figured he had the "broad shoulders" that could bear the work of caring for his wife.
Clare Vann was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2009 at age 63 -- which is considered early-onset Alzheimer's. It took three years to get that diagnosis, however. Her husband had begun noticing symptoms three years earlier, when she was talking about their two grandchildren -- even though they had four -- and about a trip to France, even though they'd never been there.
These days, Clare needs help with everyday basics, such as hygiene and dressing. And she also attends adult care services most days of the week.
"I don't think I could live without that respite," Allan said.
It gives him time to take care of daily errands and chores -- and for some personal pleasures, such as reading and writing, he said. Journal writing, in particular, has offered a way to "vent."
Many caregivers don't know about adult day care because doctors don't tell them, said Zarit, who is head of human development and family studies at Penn State University. "We need to do a better job of getting the message out so that people can benefit," he said.
Another Danger of Depression?
Title: Another Danger of Depression?
Category: Health News
Created: 3/29/2013 12:35:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 4/1/2013 12:00:00 AM
Category: Health News
Created: 3/29/2013 12:35:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 4/1/2013 12:00:00 AM
how many calories should i be eating and i need a workout buddy!
I'm 21 year old female 5'6 and 300 pounds.
Does anyone know the healthy weight for my age and how many calories I should be eating? This will help so much!
Also i need a workout buddy to help me when i lose motivation! I haven't yet, but maybe i will!
My problem is not working out, it's eating better and more healthy!
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Even Mild Weight Loss May Lower Diabetes Risk in Obese Teens
Study worked with adolescents and their families to boost activity, healthy eating
By Robert Preidt
HealthDay ReporterFRIDAY, June 7 (HealthDay News) -- Obese teens don't need to lose large amounts of weight to lower their risk of developing diabetes, according to a new study.
Researchers found that obese teens who reduced their body-mass index (BMI) by 8 percent or more had improvements in insulin sensitivity, a measure of how well the body processes insulin and an important risk factor for developing type 2 diabetes. BMI is a measurement of body fat based on height and weight.
"This threshold effect that occurs at 8 percent suggests that obese adolescents don't need to lose enormous amounts of weight to achieve improvements," study co-author Dr. Lorraine Levitt Katz, a pediatric endocrinologist at the Diabetes Center for Children at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, said in a hospital news release.
"The improvements in insulin sensitivity occurred after four months of participating in a lifestyle-modification program," Katz said.
The study included 113 teens, aged 13 to 17, whose average BMI at the start of the study was 37.1. People with a BMI of 35 to 40 are classified as severely obese. None of the teens had type 2 diabetes at the start of the study, but their obesity placed them at high risk to develop the disease in the future.
The teens were put on a weight-loss program that used family-based lifestyle changes. They and their parents were taught about healthy eating habits and encouraged to increase their levels of physical activity. The teens and their parents attended weekly group counseling sessions and the parents were encouraged to support their children's lifestyle changes and to be healthy-lifestyle role models.
The study, published online May 24 in the Journal of Pediatrics, reinforces the importance of lifestyle changes in helping teens lose weight, the researchers said.
They also noted that the 8 percent reduction in BMI needed to improve insulin sensitivity is "achievable" and easy for doctors to track.
Superfood of the Week: Almond Butter
You may have noticed that the once rather sparse peanut butter section at your grocery store is now overflowing with about a hundred kinds of deliciously thick and creamy alternative nut butters. From its sweet and nutty flavor to its superb nutritional profile, it's official: almond butter is our favorite. It's like peanut butter's trendy and tasty best friend. Did I mention how versatile it is? The sweetness of raw almond butter is the perfect partner for whole-grain toast in the a.m. or whipped into a stir-fry at night. And get this -- recent studies show that dieters who chomped on almonds daily shed 62 percent more weight and more than half the fat than those who didn't. I bet that'll get you on the almond butter train! Try it out with one of these three satisfying recipes.
Almond Butter Rice Krispie Treats: Hold up -- a healthy Rice Krispie treat? Oh yeah. This fantastic Whole Foods recipe is as chewy and decadent as the original without that sugary, buttery price tag of the original that'd weigh you down. What more could you ask for in an afternoon treat? With it's short ingredient list, this recipe is bound to become one of your new staples.
Tofu, Veggie and Almond Butter Stir-Fry: This wonderfully unique Asian-inspired recipe from Whole Living is just what you need to spice up your dinner routine. This well-rounded meal is loaded with energy-boosting vitamins from the veggies like bok choy, bell peppers and broccoli plus a serious protein punch from the tofu. Douse all that deliciousness in a thick and creamy almond butter sauce and holy yum!
Almond Butter and Jelly Smoothie: Your morning is about to get a whole lot tastier with this healthy twist on the timeless PB&J sandwich. Forget the bread and kick-start your day with a naturally sweetened, creamy, nutty smoothie. Simply combine 1 cup of frozen red grapes, 1/2 of an overripe banana, 2 tbsp almond butter, a cup of milk and a dash of vanilla in a blender. Blend until smooth!
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Traffic Smog Tied to Serious Birth Defects
Title: Traffic Smog Tied to Serious Birth Defects
Category: Health News
Created: 3/29/2013 2:35:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 4/1/2013 12:00:00 AM
Category: Health News
Created: 3/29/2013 2:35:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 4/1/2013 12:00:00 AM
What is making me sick?
Alright so this has been going on for almost 5 days now so I'm going to seek help from fellow CC-ers to see if this has happened to anyone else.
I have no appetite. Every time I put something in my stomach I get nauseous and feel like I'm going to throw up. The thing is I WANT TO EAT. I don't know if I can count this as a flu because I'm not throwing up I can function properly it just hurts to eat.
It is literally a struggle to get to my 1400 calories MINIMUM that I need to be eating right now to be healthy. I have had to force down food and that is no way to live.
Any clue what this could be?
When should I get worried and go see a doctor?
Thank you so much for your help.
Parents Will Push for Medication, Even If Doc Says Not Needed
Survey dealt with hypothetical diagnosis of digestive disorder in young child
By Alan Mozes
HealthDay ReporterMONDAY, April 1 (HealthDay News) -- When doctors use quick-and-easy disease labels to sum up symptoms of concern in an otherwise healthy infant, parents are more apt to want to treat their child with some type of medication, even if they're told that drugs won't help, new research says.
The finding was gleaned from the results of a survey administered in a general pediatric clinic setting. The poll had asked parents how they would react to being told that their child's excessive crying and spitting amounted to a diagnosis of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), rather than being given no specific disease label at all.
The study highlights the powerful impact that a physician's choice of words can have on parental decision-making, while emphasizing the importance of good doctor-patient/parent communication.
"The disease label seems to send the message that there is an illness that requires medical treatment," explained study lead author Laura Scherer, an assistant professor in the department of psychological sciences at the University of Missouri. "But, depending on the situation, medical treatments may be necessary, or not. In the case of GERD, an otherwise healthy infant probably will not benefit from medication. So in this case [that] label can be misleading."
Scherer and her colleagues published their findings in the May issue of Pediatrics.
Though the survey results speak to the potential impact of disease-labeling as a whole, the authors noted that the issue is of specific interest with respect to GERD. A growing concern is that this particular condition is both overdiagnosed and overtreated among basically healthy children.
Between 2011 and 2012, the investigators surveyed 175 parents (whose average age was about 35) either while in a pediatric clinic waiting room or an examination room. Most participants were mothers and described as highly educated. The average age of their sons and daughters was 4.5 years. About one-fifth of these children had been previously diagnosed with GERD.
Parents were randomly given one of four hypothetical scenarios: Their infant had GERD and existing drugs were ineffective; their infant had GERD without any comment on medications; no disease label was offered in the context of drugs being ineffective; or no disease label or drug information was offered.
The result: Those parents who were given a GERD diagnosis ended up being interested in treating their infant with drugs despite being specifically cautioned that drugs wouldn't work.
By contrast, parents who were not offered a single disease label to describe their infant's crying and spitting symptoms only expressed an interest in drug treatment if the physician did not raise the issue of the drug's ineffectiveness. This left parents to assume that the relevant drugs worked.
When medicinal ineffectiveness was discussed, these parents expressed no eagerness to launch a drug treatment.
Poor Sleep May Worsen Heart Woes in Women, Study Finds
But lack of shuteye doesn't seem to have same effect on inflammation levels in men
By Robert Preidt
HealthDay ReporterFRIDAY, June 7 (HealthDay News) -- Poor sleep appears to contribute to the progression of heart disease in women by raising their inflammation levels, but this effect was not seen in men, researchers say.
"Inflammation is a well-known predictor of cardiovascular health," lead author Aric Prather, a clinical health psychologist and assistant professor of psychiatry at the University of California, San Francisco, said in a university news release.
"Now we have evidence that poor sleep appears to play a bigger role than we had previously thought in driving long-term increases in inflammation levels and may contribute to the negative consequences often associated with poor sleep," Prather added.
Previous research has shown that sleeping fewer than six hours per night may raise the risk of chronic health problems, including heart disease, and is associated with higher levels of inflammation.
This new study included nearly 700 men (average age 66) and women (average age 64) with coronary heart disease. Among the women, poor sleep quality was significantly associated with increases in markers of inflammation over five years. However, this was not the case among men.
Most of the women in the study were postmenopausal and their lower levels of estrogen could help explain the link between poor sleep and higher levels of inflammation, the study authors suggested.
"It is possible that testosterone, which is at higher levels in men, served to buffer the effects of poor subjective sleep quality," Prather's team wrote in the study published online June 5 in the Journal of Psychiatric Research.
The researchers said their findings reveal potentially important gender differences and provide evidence that increased inflammation may be a major way that poor sleep contributes to the progression of heart disease in women.
Although the study found an association between self-reported poor sleep quality and increased signs of inflammation among older women with heart disease, it did not prove a cause-and-effect relationship.
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Needing Some Motivation....
Ok,
So I was doing really well this spring loosing weight...then I moved in with my partner, got a new job, and moved cities. I'm immensely happy, but spending our evenings snacking, watching movies, etc., has made me feel particularly lazy. I get the intermittent walk in with our dog, go to the gym a few times a week, but my evening snacking is out of control!!! Needless to say, I need to drop 15 pounds and get my motivation back...any ideas??
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