Diabetes
South Asian men and women have the highest rates of diabetes. Pakistanis and Bangladeshis of both sexes were more than five times as likely as the general population to
have diabetes. Somali men and women are three times as likely to have diabetes. Indian men and women are almost three times as likely. Rates of diabetes among Black
Caribbeans are also significantly higher than in the general population (risk ratios 2.51 for men and 4.19 for women).
Type 2 Diabetes and Exercise
By Mubarakah Ibrahim
It's a known fact that everyone should take part in some sort of exercise on a regular basis. However, health experts in the US say that only 30% of the people are getting
their daily recommended amount of 30 minutes of exercise. In fact approximately 25% aren't active at all. This could be one of the key reasons why there is such a dramatic
increase in the number of cases of Type 2 diabetes in recent years.
There's good news. It's never too late to get started, and regular exercise is one of the best (and easiest) ways to start controlling your diabetes. For people with Type 2
diabetes in particular, the American Diabetes Association states exercise can improve insulin sensitivity, lower the risk of heart disease, and promote weight loss.
Some symptoms of Type 2 Diabetes include an increase in thirst, appetite, and need to urinate, fatigue, vision problems and tingling in the hands and feet. If you're
experiencing one or more of these symptoms, see your health care provider as soon as possible.
Getting Started
The first step when it comes to any exercise plan is consulting your health care provider. If you have cardiac or other risk factors, your physician might want you to undergo
certain tests to make sure you choose the safest level of exercise possible.
If you are already quite active in sports or regularly work out, you can still benefit from a visit with your physician. He or she may want to see how your present exercise
routine is affecting your diabetes. If you are a person with diabetes taking insulin, it's also important to take any necessary steps to prevent hypoglycemia during your
workout.
Start Slow
For people with Type 2 diabetes, there's no need for your exercise routine to be anything excessive. It can be as simple as a nightly walk around your neighborhood. For
those who haven't been very active before now, it's very important to start slowly and work your way up. Walk the dog, or get out in the yard and rake the leaves. Try to take
the stairs instead of the elevator. Park your car farther than you normally do and walk. Even if it only seems like a little bit, you really are helping yourself a lot.
With as little as 15 to 30 minutes of daily, heart-pumping exercise you can make a big difference in not only your blood glucose control, but also your risk of developing
complications related to your diabetes. If you don't know where to start we have a solution. The easiest and least expensive ways of getting things moving is grab a
comfortable pair of shoes, a friend or two and start walking. The biggest decision you'll have to make is which direction to take.
Remember these important facts before heading out for any type of exercise if you have diabetes:
- Wear your medical identification (Medic-Alert) bracelet or necklace at all times, in case of an emergency.
- Bring a bottle of water to make sure you stay hydrated.
- Pay attention to your body's signs. Head home or take a break if you start feeling weak, dizzy or start experiencing other signs of hypoglycemia. Carry with you some sort of
glucose source which you can take orally, such as 4oz of orange or apple juice, or perhaps 4 crackers.
Following these guidelines, as well as taking the necessary precautions, can lead you down the road to better health, and perhaps even a Type-2 diabetes-free future.
Mubarakah Ibrahim is the owner and head trainer of BALANCE fitness Studio for women in New Haven, CT http://www.balancect.com where she offers fitness education,
personal training and group fitness classes for women.
She is the author of 2 weight loss books, "Fat Loss 10: The 10 Commandments of Fat Loss" and "30 Minute Fat Burn for Busy Women" and has helped thousands of women
shed fat and reshape their body using her 30 minute fat burn philosophy. You can get a free video workout by visiting http://www.30minutefatburn.com
In her fitness career she has gained a reputation as a leader in innovative fitness for women. Mubarakah is a certified personal trainer and the owner of BALANCE fitness
Studio for women in the city of New Haven, CT. She offers personal training and fitness education. In addition, she lectures, promotes and conducts workshops on alternative
health, fitness and healthy living throughout the United States. In her fitness career she has gained a reputation as a leader in innovative fitness for women. Her notoriety
includes multiple appearances on ABC affiliate WTNH News Channel 8, CBS radio Affiliate WELI Morning Show and has recently contributed to Prevention Magazine on an
article for fitness for women over 40. In addition she has appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show "Thirty-something in America" and is a referring expert for Prevention
Magazine on fitness for women over 40.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Mubarakah_Ibrahim
For further Information on diabetes contact Diabetes UK on : Tel 020 7323 1531
South Asian men and women have the highest rates of diabetes. Pakistanis and Bangladeshis of both sexes were more than five times as likely as the general population to
have diabetes. Somali men and women are three times as likely to have diabetes. Indian men and women are almost three times as likely. Rates of diabetes among Black
Caribbeans are also significantly higher than in the general population (risk ratios 2.51 for men and 4.19 for women).
Type 2 Diabetes and Exercise
By Mubarakah Ibrahim
It's a known fact that everyone should take part in some sort of exercise on a regular basis. However, health experts in the US say that only 30% of the people are getting
their daily recommended amount of 30 minutes of exercise. In fact approximately 25% aren't active at all. This could be one of the key reasons why there is such a dramatic
increase in the number of cases of Type 2 diabetes in recent years.
There's good news. It's never too late to get started, and regular exercise is one of the best (and easiest) ways to start controlling your diabetes. For people with Type 2
diabetes in particular, the American Diabetes Association states exercise can improve insulin sensitivity, lower the risk of heart disease, and promote weight loss.
Some symptoms of Type 2 Diabetes include an increase in thirst, appetite, and need to urinate, fatigue, vision problems and tingling in the hands and feet. If you're
experiencing one or more of these symptoms, see your health care provider as soon as possible.
Getting Started
The first step when it comes to any exercise plan is consulting your health care provider. If you have cardiac or other risk factors, your physician might want you to undergo
certain tests to make sure you choose the safest level of exercise possible.
If you are already quite active in sports or regularly work out, you can still benefit from a visit with your physician. He or she may want to see how your present exercise
routine is affecting your diabetes. If you are a person with diabetes taking insulin, it's also important to take any necessary steps to prevent hypoglycemia during your
workout.
Start Slow
For people with Type 2 diabetes, there's no need for your exercise routine to be anything excessive. It can be as simple as a nightly walk around your neighborhood. For
those who haven't been very active before now, it's very important to start slowly and work your way up. Walk the dog, or get out in the yard and rake the leaves. Try to take
the stairs instead of the elevator. Park your car farther than you normally do and walk. Even if it only seems like a little bit, you really are helping yourself a lot.
With as little as 15 to 30 minutes of daily, heart-pumping exercise you can make a big difference in not only your blood glucose control, but also your risk of developing
complications related to your diabetes. If you don't know where to start we have a solution. The easiest and least expensive ways of getting things moving is grab a
comfortable pair of shoes, a friend or two and start walking. The biggest decision you'll have to make is which direction to take.
Remember these important facts before heading out for any type of exercise if you have diabetes:
- Wear your medical identification (Medic-Alert) bracelet or necklace at all times, in case of an emergency.
- Bring a bottle of water to make sure you stay hydrated.
- Pay attention to your body's signs. Head home or take a break if you start feeling weak, dizzy or start experiencing other signs of hypoglycemia. Carry with you some sort of
glucose source which you can take orally, such as 4oz of orange or apple juice, or perhaps 4 crackers.
Following these guidelines, as well as taking the necessary precautions, can lead you down the road to better health, and perhaps even a Type-2 diabetes-free future.
Mubarakah Ibrahim is the owner and head trainer of BALANCE fitness Studio for women in New Haven, CT http://www.balancect.com where she offers fitness education,
personal training and group fitness classes for women.
She is the author of 2 weight loss books, "Fat Loss 10: The 10 Commandments of Fat Loss" and "30 Minute Fat Burn for Busy Women" and has helped thousands of women
shed fat and reshape their body using her 30 minute fat burn philosophy. You can get a free video workout by visiting http://www.30minutefatburn.com
In her fitness career she has gained a reputation as a leader in innovative fitness for women. Mubarakah is a certified personal trainer and the owner of BALANCE fitness
Studio for women in the city of New Haven, CT. She offers personal training and fitness education. In addition, she lectures, promotes and conducts workshops on alternative
health, fitness and healthy living throughout the United States. In her fitness career she has gained a reputation as a leader in innovative fitness for women. Her notoriety
includes multiple appearances on ABC affiliate WTNH News Channel 8, CBS radio Affiliate WELI Morning Show and has recently contributed to Prevention Magazine on an
article for fitness for women over 40. In addition she has appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show "Thirty-something in America" and is a referring expert for Prevention
Magazine on fitness for women over 40.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Mubarakah_Ibrahim
For further Information on diabetes contact Diabetes UK on : Tel 020 7323 1531