Steroids, High Blood Sugar, and Steroid-Induced Diabetes
Steroids are used to treat a huge number of medical conditions, some of which are common in people with diabetes, including:Allergy and lung disordersMuscle and joint painRheumatic conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritisSkin diseases, such eczema, hives, and severe psoriasisEye allergies and inflammationNervous system disorders, such as multiple sclerosis and cerebral edema“Some people with diabetes may be...
The Physical Effects of Stress
While the physical effects of acute stress typically subside once the stressful situation has passed, chronic stress — the kind that continues for months or years — is more likely to lead to serious illness.The stress hormones cortisol and epinephrine (adrenaline) “affect most areas of the body, interfering with sleep and increasing the risk of stroke, high blood pressure,...
FDA Bans Artificial Coloring Red Dye No. 3 From U.S. Foods and Drinks
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has banned the food dye known as Red 3 in U.S. foods, drinks, candy, and medications — more than three decades after studies showed the additive causes cancer in rats.The FDA announced on Wednesday that manufacturers have until January 2027 to remove the coloring from their products. Drugmakers will have until January...
Eating Lots of Red Meat Raises the Risk of Dementia and Cognitive Decline
For people who regularly enjoy eating red meat — particularly processed foods like bacon, sausage, hot dogs, and bologna — the chances of experiencing mental decline are significantly higher compared with those who eat smaller amounts of red meat, according to a study published this week in Neurology, the journal of the American Academy of Neurology.Based on outcomes from...
What Are They — and Are They Healthy?
A parasocial relationship is a one-sided relationship formed when one party extends energy, interest, and time and the other person in reality doesn’t know they exist, according to the National Register of Health Services Psychologists.The term was first used in an article from 1956, when two researchers noted new relationships forming between audiences and stars of news programs, television,...
7 Sleep Disorders That You Should Know About
1. Obstructive Sleep ApneaWhat It Is A common, but estimated to be frequently underdiagnosed, sleep disorder, obstructive sleep apnea is characterized by extended pauses in breathing while you sleep. Sleep apnea can occur when the upper airway gets blocked repeatedly during sleep, cutting off airflow. Someone with sleep apnea may snore, gasp for breath, or choke during sleep, and may be unaware that...
Why Negative News Cycles Can Be So Triggering
What can you do if you’re experiencing secondary traumatic stress from the news? While it’s important to be informed about what’s happening in the world, it’s also crucial to prioritize your well-being.Here’s how experts say you can do both:1. Limit Your Social Media UseGone are the days of keeping up with the news solely through newspapers and TV reports,...
What Is a Low-Cholesterol Diet? A Detailed Beginner’s Guide
Here are a few of the benefits of following a low-cholesterol diet.May Help Lower LDL CholesterolStudies show that limiting saturated fat and eating plenty of healthy fats, soluble fiber, and plant sterols and stanols (natural compounds found in plant foods that block cholesterol absorption during digestion) can reduce LDL cholesterol levels.Older research shows that people who followed a low-saturated...
How Type 2 Diabetes Can Affect Sleep
“Sleep is a time for your body to rest and repair, but a lot of things happen as you move through the sleep stages throughout the night,” says Josie Bidwell, DNP, an associate professor at the University of Mississippi Medical Center School of Medicine in Jackson. During sleep, says Dr. Bidwell, your brain stores memories, your muscles are repaired,...
What Do Freezing Temperatures Do to Your Body?
Early detection is key when treating frostbite, says Robert Glatter, MD, an assistant professor of emergency medicine at Northwell Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City. Without proper medical care, frostbite can contribute to complications like sensitivity to cold, long-term numbness, joint stiffness, gangrene, and hypothermia, per Mayo Clinic. Seek medical attention if you experience signs of severe frostbite....
