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Want to prevent kidney stones naturally? Aashlok Hospital provides a comprehensive guide on the best foods to prevent kidney stones and maintain a healthy urinary system. Learn about kidney-friendly diets, hydration tips, and essential nutrients that help reduce the risk of stone formation. Stay informed and take proactive steps for better kidney health today!

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For years now "Fucking PENCIL" has been our friend group's shorthand for "we're used to something being X and it'd be weird to rename/remake it at this point no matter how silly/outdated/anachronistic it sounds but yeah it sounds outrageous in this instance" and it's all from a post that you responded in the tag w yours and teripop's OC names.

Tell us more about this fucking Pencil and Bas the golden retriever best boy.

That's so funny, I don't even remember that!

But yeah he's Teri's character so I don't really have the full story but I'll tell you what I know.

He's Jewish

Everyone in his family is named after art supplies, he has a brother named Brush.

He's a painter but really made his money as a cook

He was a great foster parent

He and Kyrie were good friends and she loved his food

He and Bas dated for a while and had an amicable breakup.

He seems cheerful but I think he's the kind of person who hides his feelings away in order to avoid confrontation.

One time he was possessed and was later found dead inside a fridge.

Teri doesn't play with me anymore, i think because of all the awful stuff I put her poor characters through. That's why I had to kill him.

Sebastian is the golden retriever boy and doesn't even have childhood trauma. His parents are alive and he has a good relationship with them. Unbelievable.

He loves baseball and hockey, He went to college on a sports scholarship and was Diedrik's roommate. By then Diedrik was already attractive and Bas developed a huge crush on him, but it never really progressed into anything because Diedrik was "straight" (and oblivious to other people's feelings). They're best friends.

Bas majored in anesthesiology because he hates to see others suffering, but once at the hospital he multiclassed into pathology, that is to say he was demoted to work at the morgue. Nobody else wanted to do it, and somebody has to harvest organs for transplant and keep the demon who lives there under control. It's kind of a lonely job and he's starting to lose his mind. He developed an unhealthy interest in muscles and organs and taking things apart to see how they work. He started collecting stones because he thinks they're cool (like gallstones, kidney stones, etc).

When Charles started working at the pharmacy they hit it off right away. And after his breakup with Pencil, they started dating. Charles has been through a lot, and Bas doesn't judge him. Charles has a knife fetish and Bas likes cutting into things, so they're a great match. They had a super small ceremony on the mountain (they're both outdoorsy types) that maybe 3 people attended.

They uncovered the Osamentas' conspiracy, and they're trying to bring it to light, while helping undo the damage. They developed a free vaccine, but they're only two guys who own an independent clinic, and the society is a powerful institution. They have survived multiple assassination attempts and are currently in hiding.

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Understanding Upper Left Side Stomach Pain in Women: Causes and Remedies

woman pain in upper left side of stomach is a common yet often misunderstood symptom that can signal a variety of health conditions. The pain might range from mild discomfort to severe cramping, and its causes can vary from temporary digestive issues to more serious medical concerns. This blog explores the possible reasons for this pain, when to seek medical help, and how it can be managed effectively.

Anatomy of the Upper Left Abdomen

The upper left quadrant of the abdomen houses several vital organs and structures. These include:

Stomach: Involved in digestion.

Spleen: Filters blood and supports the immune system.

Pancreas: Produces enzymes and hormones.

Left Kidney: Part of the urinary system.

Colon: A segment of the large intestine.

Diaphragm: A muscle aiding in breathing.

Understanding the anatomy helps identify potential sources of pain and their underlying causes.

Common Causes of Pain in the Upper Left Abdomen

1. Gastrointestinal Issues

Gastritis: Inflammation of the stomach lining caused by infection, stress, alcohol, or medications. Symptoms include burning pain, nausea, and bloating.

Acid Reflux: Stomach acid moving up into the esophagus can cause discomfort in the upper left quadrant.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): A functional gastrointestinal disorder that can lead to cramping, bloating, and pain.

2. Spleen Disorders

Splenomegaly (Enlarged Spleen): Often due to infections, liver diseases, or blood disorders. Pain may radiate to the left shoulder.

Ruptured Spleen: A medical emergency usually caused by trauma.

3. Pancreatic Conditions

Pancreatitis: Inflammation of the pancreas, often caused by gallstones or alcohol use, can lead to severe pain radiating to the back.

Pancreatic Cancer: Though less common, it’s a serious cause that requires immediate attention.

4. Kidney Problems

Kidney Stones: Hard deposits that cause sharp, excruciating pain.

Kidney Infection (Pyelonephritis): Often accompanied by fever, nausea, and painful urination.

5. Muscle Strain and Injury

Overuse or injury to the abdominal muscles can lead to localized pain. This is common in athletes or after strenuous activities.

6. Gynecological Issues

Ovarian Cysts: While ovaries are located lower in the abdomen, large cysts can cause referred pain to the upper left side.

Endometriosis: Abnormal tissue growth can lead to widespread abdominal discomfort.

7. Cardiac Causes

Heart Attack: While chest pain is a hallmark symptom, women may experience upper abdominal pain, nausea, and fatigue as atypical signs.

8. Other Causes

Hiatal Hernia: When part of the stomach pushes through the diaphragm.

Shingles: If affecting nerves in the upper left quadrant.

When to Seek Medical Attention

While not all upper left abdominal pain requires emergency care, certain signs warrant immediate medical attention:

Severe or persistent pain.

Fever, chills, or unexplained weight loss.

Blood in stool, urine, or vomit.

Dizziness or fainting.

Pain radiating to other parts of the body, like the shoulder or back.

Ignoring symptoms can delay diagnosis and treatment, potentially worsening the condition.

Diagnosis

A thorough evaluation helps determine the cause of the pain. This typically involves:

Medical History and Physical Exam: Questions about lifestyle, diet, and symptoms.

Blood Tests: To check for infection, inflammation, or organ dysfunction.

Imaging: Ultrasound, CT scans, or MRIs provide a detailed view of internal structures.

Endoscopy or Colonoscopy: For gastrointestinal concerns.

Urine and Stool Analysis: To detect kidney or digestive issues.

Treatment Options

The treatment depends on the underlying cause:

Lifestyle Changes

For mild digestive issues, dietary modifications, hydration, and avoiding trigger foods can be helpful.

Medications

Antacids and Proton Pump Inhibitors: For acid reflux and gastritis.

Antibiotics: For infections like pyelonephritis.

Pain Relievers: Avoid NSAIDs like ibuprofen if the pain is related to the stomach or kidneys.

Surgical Interventions

For conditions like gallstones, ruptured spleen, or ovarian cysts.

Alternative Therapies

Techniques like acupuncture or mindfulness may alleviate stress-related symptoms.

Prevention Tips

While not all causes are preventable, certain practices can reduce the risk:

Healthy Diet: Incorporate fiber, lean proteins, and avoid excessive alcohol and caffeine.

Regular Exercise: Strengthens core muscles and promotes overall health.

Stress Management: Practices like yoga or meditation.

Routine Health Checkups: Early detection of potential problems.

Conclusion

Upper left side stomach pain in women can stem from various conditions, ranging from benign to severe. Understanding the potential causes, paying attention to associated symptoms, and seeking timely medical advice are crucial steps toward effective management. Always listen to your body and prioritize your health to ensure prompt diagnosis and treatment.

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Truth about Gall Bladder Stones : Surgery & precautions

Gallbladder stones, also known as gallstones, are a common medical condition affecting millions worldwide. They can cause discomfort, digestive issues, and in severe cases, lead to serious complications. While surgery is often suggested as a solution, it’s essential to understand the whole picture, including why surgery might be necessary, potential alternatives, and important lifestyle changes for prevention and recovery.

This blog will explain what bile is, how it is made, and its purposes.

As you can see in this picture, there is a tiny vessel beneath our liver. We name it the gallbladder. Because we are accustomed to eating every hour or two these days, the liver must filter food whenever we consume it, including junk food. The waste product is thus stored in the gallstone whenever the liver filters.

It's also intriguing to note that our tiny heart sensor receives a signal whenever we eat fatty food, which causes the gallbladder to contract. As a result, several questions exist. Because stomach stones are so frequent, people often have a lot of questions. The most popular foods at the moment are junk food, water, carbonated food, and the use of carbonated food. These are the contents of the stomach and kidney.

So according to Dr. Bipin Vibhute (Liver Transplant Specialist) “Sometimes when a gallbladder is symptomatic, it presents with symptoms before moving into the chest, then the abdomen, where it is mixed and digested.The body, however, is an amazing artificial intelligence system. Liver is a very adaptable and accommodating instrument. To put it briefly, you can remove a gallstone if you have one or have been told to do so”.

When is Surgery Recommended?

Here are common situations when surgery is recommended:

Recurrent Pain: Frequent gallbladder attacks disrupt daily life and can indicate worsening of gallstones.

Complications: Stones can lead to conditions like cholecystitis (inflammation of the gallbladder), pancreatitis, or blockages in the bile duct.

Infections: Gallstones causing infections need prompt treatment, often involving surgery, to prevent life-threatening complications.

Precautions and Preventive Measures

Healthy Weight: Avoid rapid weight loss; aim for gradual changes.

Low-Fat, High-Fiber Diet: Eat more fiber, limit fatty foods.

Hydration: Drink plenty of water daily.

Regular Exercise: Helps prevent obesity, a risk factor.

Limit Processed Foods: Avoid high-sugar and high-cholesterol items.

Regular Check-Ups: Especially if at high risk.

Conclusion

Gallstones are common, but not every case requires surgery. With advancements in diagnostics and treatment options, there’s a range of approaches for managing gallstones based on the severity and frequency of symptoms. Surgery remains a highly effective treatment for those with recurrent or complicated cases, yet lifestyle modifications can also reduce risks and support a healthier digestive system. Remember, consulting with a healthcare provider is the best step towards a well-informed decision on managing gallstones effectively.

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Understanding the Impact of Stress on Gallstone Formation: A Comprehensive Guide

Stress, an omnipresent force in modern life, holds the power to influence our decisions and actions. It’s a manipulative aspect that accompanies us daily, presenting a choice — succumb to its effects or overcome it with inner strength.

The Physiology of Stress

Stress triggers the “flight or fight” response, releasing adrenaline and cortisol. While beneficial in the short term, chronic stress negatively impacts various bodily functions:

- Suppresses the immune system.

- Disrupts digestion.

- Leads to psychological stress affecting sleep, mood, and cognition.

- Impacts the cardiovascular system.

The Physiology of Gallstone Formation

Gallstones, akin to kidney stones, form in the gallbladder due to imbalances in bile content. Bile, essential for digestion, comprises cholesterol, bile salts, bilirubin, and water. Excessive cholesterol and insufficient bile salts lead to crystallization and gallstone development.

Cholesterol, primarily produced by the liver, solidifies into crystals when the liver overproduces it compared to bile salts’ ability to dissolve it. Factors like reduced gallbladder emptying and certain medical conditions can contribute to gallstone development.

The Stress-Gallstones Connection

Recent research highlights a connection between stress and gallstones. Cortisol and adrenaline, released during stress, disrupt the balance between cholesterol and bile salts in the gallbladder, leading to cholesterol crystal formation.

Gallstones and Anxiety: A Bidirectional Relationship

The relationship between gallstones and anxiety is bidirectional. Chronic stress contributes to unhealthy habits, while gallbladder issues can affect mental health. Research indicates a higher likelihood of migraines in those with gallbladder problems, exacerbating anxiety.

Understanding this bidirectional relationship is crucial, as the uncertainty and fear associated with gallstone-related complications can contribute to heightened anxiety levels.

Managing Stress for Gallbladder Health

Effective stress management techniques are essential for maintaining gallbladder health:

1. Mindfulness and Meditation: Promote a sense of calm and balance.

2. Exercise: Improve digestion, manage weight, and reduce stress.

3. Balanced Diet: Avoid high-fat, processed, and spicy foods for a positive mindset.

4. Adequate Hydration: Supports gallbladder function and reduces exhaustion.

5. Sufficient Sleep: Allows the body to rejuvenate and recover.

Recognizing Stress-Oriented Digestive Symptoms

Stress often manifests in digestive symptoms, indicating potential gallstone issues:

- Abdominal discomfort, tension, cramping, or pain.

- Changes in bowel patterns, including diarrhea or constipation.

- Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, or overeating.

- Indigestion and heartburn due to increased stomach acid production.

Conclusion

Stress can disrupt the gallbladder’s functioning, emphasizing the need for a combined effort in managing stress and gallstones. Mindfulness, exercise, a balanced diet, and seeking professional help are crucial components in promoting gallbladder health and overall well-being. Addressing stress comprehensively is key to preventing gallstone formation and ensuring optimal mental health.

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TAFAKKUR: Part 92

Disciplining Obesity: A Healthy Life Style: Part 1

No religion commends self-indulgence;all religions, and all traditional ways of life inspired by religious principles, commend self-discipline, that is containing and limiting, rather than expanding, one’s needs. Islam, with its conspicuous patterns of regular prayers, fasting and taxation of one’s wealth and property is particularly emphatic about the importance of self-discipline. Within the norms of Islam, self-discipline means a controlled, moderate, balanced way of living - not orgies of self-denial, followed (inevitably enough) by orgies of self-indulgence. Modern Western ways of life are not traditionally based, not inspired by religion, but motivated instead by what the economic market requires, which is for individuals to spend more and more, regardless of need. One area of such spending is food and drink: certainly among the better-off classes in Western societies, food is purchased, partly eaten and partly wasted, on an unimaginable scale. Muslims who are responsive to the Qur’an’s command to avoid squandering and waste, and to avoid activities or habits which cause harm to oneself (as over-indulgence always does), can never feel at ease living according to the modem Western values and norms.

But the reality is that non-Muslims cannot do so either, at any rate not for long, certainly not for ever. Just as over- exploitation and abuse of the environment demands, sooner or later, a return to saner and ethically more sound relationships with the earth’s finite resources, so too overindulgence at the level of individual lives demands, sooner or later, a return to a healthier life-style, a simpler, more sustainable diet. For the present, this reassertion in Western societies of the saner traditional norms (which, as we have noted, are common to all religious traditions) appears in many individual lives as an unpredictable swing between extreme over-indulgence (visible as obesity) and extreme self-denial (seen in crash courses to lose weight). It is true that vast, even obscene, amounts of wealth are engaged in the slimming industry which (as it were) feeds on the inability of many people to achieve a change in life-style and eating habits which they can sustain. Nevertheless, there is a growing understanding that, in the end, fat-free fats are a real waste of energy: the only point in slimming foods and dieting generally is to train oneself to live in a different, healthier way, and do it for good.

What is obesity?

Generally, obesity is regarded as being synonymous with being overweight. This is not strictly accurate. What actually matters is the excess of fat present in the body. One man may be overweight because he sits all day and eats but does no exercise; another, say an athlete, may be overweight because intensive training has increased his muscle bulk. The first man might be called obese, the second could not. However, as it is difficult to measure the amount of fat present in the body but easy to measure weight by simply using scales, the terms overweight and obesity are for everyday purposes interchangeable.

Does obesity matter?

Statistical studies (done by life assurance companies who have to be good at assessing health risk) provide undeniable evidence that obesity increases morbidity (illness) and the likelihood of early death. Fat people are more likely to suffer, among other things, from increased blood pressure (which may be the cause of stroke, kidney disease or coronary thrombosis), diabetes, arthritis, gallstones, varicose veins, complications of pregnancy or labour, and post-operative problems. Other illnesses not necessarily directly caused by obesity may be aggravated by a person being overweight. For example, a man suffering from angina (pain caused by impaired circulation of blood to the heart muscles) is more likely to die suddenly if he is overweight than if he is of normal weight. Obesity matters therefore because it can lead directly to illness (often serious) and reduces lifespan.

Causes of obesity

The one obvious and direct cause of obesity is that food intake is in excess of the body’s energy requirements or, in plain English, overeating. Why do some people eat more than they need?

By far the commonest reason is that their energy use slows down while their food intake remains the same. This happens in many people as they grow older because little by little they slow down physically, whereas their eating habits remain unaltered. This leads to the well-known condition of middle-age spread. Just one potato or one slice of bread more than the body needs each day can add to its weight each week until, perhaps, by the end of the year the excess amounts to a whole stone.

The genetic make-up of some individuals can make it difficult for them to avoid putting on excess weight because their bodies function at a low metabolic rate. Many fat children, though by no means all, probably fall into this category. It is well recognized that fat parents often produce fat children, and it is unlikely that this phenomenon can he explained entirely on environmental grounds as the children adopted by fat parents are no more likely to become fat than other children.

There are people who overeat because they have a psychological or psychiatric disorder of a lasting kind. Others may overeat when they are temporarily depressed or under emotional stress: they look for consolation for their trouble in eating. For example, some cigarette smokers when trying to give up their bad habit try to compensate by eating. It has also been suggested that, after giving up smoking, the bowel tends to absorb food more efficiently which may aggravate the problem of increased weight.

According to a theory that has been popular for some years now children who are allowed to become fat during the first two years of their lives form a large number of fat cells. They then spend the rest of their lives filling up these cells with fat that is, they have an increased predisposition towards depositing fat within their bodies. However, though popular, this theory has not yet been proved.

Cultural norms and expectations influence people in all sorts of ways, among them, in the way they look. In most Western societies of the present, the cultural preference is for slimness. But this is not true of all societies, not even all Western ones - for example, in southern Italy and elsewhere in Europe, a mother is expected to be ‘well-rounded’.

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Hey Em, we can be pain buddies! Granted mines a tailbone issue that's been happening for months (with no actual visual issue) and I know next to nothing about gull and/or kidney stones, pain buddies!

Yee! Though I’m sorry your tailbone hurts :c I hope you can get that figured out!

I didn’t know a lot about gallstones either until I got them (aside from the facts that it’s rocks in your organs) but I learned a lot so I'mma explain it to you as kind of a cautionary tale for anybody who reads this.

Gallstones are caused in a variety of ways, but the most common is Rapid Weight Loss. Now, this came as a bit of a shock to me, because I didn’t think I lost weight that rapidly- but according to physicians, if you’re going to try to lose weight you should aim to only losing about a pound or two a week. 

That’s right. All those ads for ‘lose this insane amount of weight in a week using these simple tricks’ are way more unhealthy than we even realize. 

So what happens if you lose weight so fast? Well, believe it or not theres other things stored in those fat deposits besides fats. Certain kinds of toxins from different chemicals can get stored in there, and when you lose weight too rapidly your liver can’t filter it all properly so it gives all that gunk to your gallbladder to hold (because that’s a gallbladder’s purpose.) But eventually the gallbladder will send that back to the liver and the liver sends it back to the gallbladder creating almost a gunk refinery and eventually- stones. 

So how do you avoid this? Don’t drop 15lbs in a week (no matter how great society says that is) don’t try to drop a pant size in a month. Trust me, the damage you do to your body that way isn’t worth it. 

I didn’t even want to lose weight when I did- I was just a poor struggling college art student who didn’t have the time or money to buy food. And this problem has been rearing it’s ugly head and kicking my ass for a year now. Literally a year of random gruesome pain, vomiting, and fatigue that strikes at any moment. 

So learn from my mistake kiddos. F*ck society, love your body for all it’s fluff, and live healthily despite what advertisements say you should be doing. 

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ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT FIBER

Do you sometimes feel constipated or bloated? Do you still feel hungry after finishing a meal? Are you putting on weight and skipping breakfast? Have you recently got high cholesterol or blood pressure? This may be a signal that you need more fiber in your diet.

Do you know that lack of fiber increases the risk of colon, liver, and breast cancer and increases all cancer mortality and death from cardiovascular, infectious, and respiratory disease?

So, what is fiber?

Fiber is found in food and is an indigestible carbohydrate.

Is it possible to eat too much fiber?

Eating excessive fibre may cause some gastrointestinal discomfort, constipation, diarrhea and/or reduce the absorption of certain minerals like calcium, iron, zinc, and magnesium.

Digestive health: Helps to normalize bowel movements as dietary fiber increases the weight of the stool. It decreases your chance of constipation. A diet rich in it lowers you risk of developing small pouches and haemorroids in your colon. Consuming high amount of fiber can reduce your risk for diverticulitis (inflammation of the intestine), hemorrhoids, gallstones, kidney stones and also provide relief for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). ble bowel syndrome (IBS). Some studies have also indicated that a high-fiber diet may help to lower gastric acid and reduce your risk for gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD) and ulcers.

Diabetes. Controls blood sugar level: People who suffer from diabetes, a diet that contains high fibre, is advisable as this fibre can slow the absorption of sugar and thus improve the blood sugar level. A diet high in fiber can lower your risk for type 2 diabetes. Eating soluble fiber can slow the absorption of sugar and improve your blood sugar levels, if you have diabetes.

Cancer. Research suggests eating high-fiber diet can help prevent colorectal cancer. Diets rich in high-fiber foods lower the risk for other common digestive system cancers, including stomach, mouth, and pharynx.

Skin health. When yeast and fungus are excreted through the skin, they can trigger outbreaks or acne. Eating fiber, especially psyllium husk (a type of plant seed), can flush toxins out of your body, improving the health and appearance of your skin.

Heart health. The high soluble fibre that is found in flaxseed, oats, beans etc, helps decrease the bad cholesterol in your body.

Fiber and weight loss: Fiber is a key factor in both losing weight and maintaining a healthy weight. Fiber stays in the stomach longer than other foods, thus you tend to eat less. High-fiber foods such as fruits and vegetables tend to be low in calories, adding fiber to your diet, it’s easier to cut down calories. There are other ways that a high fiber intake can aid weight loss.

 Sources

•       Fiber from fruit and vegetables

Some simple strategies that may help to include more fiber into your daily diet though fruits and vegetables are high in fiber:

Add at least minimum three portions of fruits into your daily diet. You may add fruits to your breakfast. Berries are high in fiber, add to your morning cereal or yoghurt. The fruits choice and quantity may vary as per your appetite or medical history for example if you are a diabetic. Increase your Vitamin C by taking more of citrus.

Wash and refrigerate fruits for quick and healthy snacks. Choose whole fibre rich fruits instead of its juice. You’ll get more fiber and consume fewer calories. Peeling reduces the amount of fiber in fruits and vegetables.

⦁              Have fruits instead of high sugar dessert: Eat a piece of fruit, such as a banana, apple, or pear, at the end of a meal instead of a sugary dessert. You may top assorted fruits with cream or make a frozen yogurt for a delicious treat.

⦁              Try healthy replacements in sweets as Fiber rich Indian food.

⦁              Lassi, an Indian dessert prepared by blending thick creamy yoghurt, milk, rose water, sugar and water.

⦁              Fresh fruits such as bananas and mangoes are an important part of the meal in many parts of India and is a fiber rich Indian food preparation. A cup of banana contains about 3.9 grams and similarly one cup of freshly cut mango contains about 2.6 gms of fiber.

⦁              Rice pudding is a good source of fiber to the human body. Add some freshly crushed assorted nuts, cardamom and cream to add its richness. Fried breads or sweet stuffed breads with ghee and nuts using wheat flour and contains a decent amount of fiber. Raisins are also a great source too.

⦁              Incorporate more veggies

Add more vegetables into your cooking. Make fibre rich soups and salads. Add nuts, seeds, kidney beans, peas, or black beans to salads. Beans, peas, lentils and rice make tasty high-fiber additions to soups and stews.

⦁              Legumes

Legumes are low in fat and contain a high level of dietary fiber which is good for our body.

⦁              Have healthy fibre rich snacks. A handful of nuts, fresh and dried fruit, raw vegetables, wholegrain crackers all add fiber at snack time.

⦁              Replace refined grains with wholegrains. The refining process not only strips away fiber but also removes up to 70% of many vitamins, minerals, and other healthful plant-based chemicals. Those compounds remain intact in whole-grain foods. Refined grains also tend to raise blood sugar and have other harmful metabolic effects. So opt for wholegrains instead.

⦁              Add Flaxseeds: Flaxseeds are small brown seeds that are high in fiber and omega-3 fatty acids, which can lower your total blood cholesterol.

In the above article, we can conclude that while the best way to get fiber in your diet is from foods which are naturally rich in fiber – fruit, vegetables, wholegrains, beans, legumes, nuts, seeds – when that proves difficult due to some dietary restrictions then taking a fiber supplement may help make up the shortfall. Supplements top up your daily fiber intake. But do try to have natural fibre from foods only and avoid supplements.

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Health Benefits of Vegan Foods

Logical research demonstrates that medical advantages increment as the measure of sustenance from creature sources in the eating routine abatements, so vegetarian weight control plans are the most beneficial generally speaking.

Avoiding Cancer, Pulsating Heart Disease, Bringing down Blood Pressure, Avoiding and Reversing Diabetes, Gallstones, Kidney Stones, and Osteoporosis Asthma.     

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Scientists say the latest report on a diet that includes intermittent fasting may be a promising diabetes treatment for some people. Could intermittent fasting actually help with weight loss for people with type 2 diabetes? Recent studies show that it can!

  Benefits of Intermittent Fasting for Diabetics

The theory behind intermittent fasting is the same used for losing weight and following other diet guidelines. For example, fasting is one method of restricting your diet in order to lose weight and achieve better health. This is why some diabetics are turning to intermittent fasting as a way to control their disease. But, if you use intermittent fasting as a form of treatment, does it actually work?

  Intermitting Fasting Diabetes Clinical Trials

The latest study, published in Diabetes, the journal of the American Diabetes Association, was conducted on patients who volunteered to take part in a particular fasting regime. The patients were divided into two groups: one in which they were asked to limit drinking water to less than an hour per day and one without limiting water. During this time, they also had restrictions on their food intake. To measure the effect on their blood sugar levels, researchers injected the patients with a small amount of glucose. At the end of the day, the results showed that the patients who were allowed to drink only water had lower levels of glucose in their bloodstreams than those who had their water intake restricted to less than an hour per day. The results were so impressive that the authors concluded that intermittent fasting was one of the only ways of being successful at controlling diabetes without medication or insulin.

  Consulting With Your Doctor

Because the results were so promising, intermittent fasting has become the hottest diet trend in the world today. Of course, the good news is that there are now many different forms of intermittent fasting, which means it can be done in various ways. It is also possible to combine a variety of fasting options for best results. However, before going any fasting regiment, we highly recommend speaking with your physician about it first.

There are many people who feel that fasting is an unhealthy practice, since it causes the body to go through periods of starvation. Even though some diabetics might experience hunger pains during the fasting phase, they are only temporary. Additionally, when it comes to controlling diabetes, doctors say this should not be cause for alarm because you can always eat something to counteract the hunger.

  Types of Intermittent Fasting

Fasting can be done in many ways. It is even possible to start a fasting diet where consumer low carb meals for a period of time before you start fasting, just like the one used in intermittent fasting. In addition, there are supplements that you can use such as acai berry that have been shown to help lower blood sugar. It should be noted that, when it comes to special diets, it’s important to use discretion and avoid those that could cause you harm.

  Intermittent Fasting is Not Starvation

Diabetics should not try to starve themselves to control their blood sugar levels, since they could eventually end up causing more harm to their health than good. Long-term fasting can also have adverse side effects. Starvation causes the loss of vital nutrients needed in order to stay healthy. It can also lead to kidney stones, kidney damage, and even organ failure. Long-term fasting can cause a build-up of fat that leads to obesity, which can cause other problems, such as high cholesterol, kidney and gallstones, hypertension, and poor circulation. Fasting should only be done if your doctor gives you a prescription and proper instructions regarding what you should eat, how often, and how long you should avoid certain foods. Finally, you should make sure that you do research before starting any type of diet. Diabetic nutrition can be confusing, therefore, it’s extremely important to consult your physician before you begin any kind of diet plan that includes fasting.

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Kidney or Gallbladder Stones | Best Urology Hospitals in Bangalore | Nelivigi Multispecaility Hospital

They’re usually just a few millimeters in size, but yes they can be oh-so-painful.

Yes, we are talking about two different stones, gallbladder stones (or gallstones) and kidney stones. Both the stone is formed in different organs of our body, but they are similar in many ways.

Since the sign and symptoms are the same for both Gallstones and Kidney stones many get confused and it’s a matter of fact that we think both are the same. The occurrence of kidney stone is more known among us then Gallstone, its means that the awareness about the kidney stone is more than Gallstones.

We will try to understand the difference between gallstone and kidney stones, with help from, Dr. Girish Nelivigi, General Surgery, Urology, and Andrology.

So let us try to understand the difference between the two:

·         Kidney stones are made of calcium and other minerals that crystallize in the kidney whereas Gallstones are more of a solid lump than stone and are mode of cholesterol or pigments

·         Women are more prone to getting Gallstones whereas men are prone to getting Kidney stones

·         For kidney stones, it is good news that if the stones get down the renal canal, they end up being broken down and passing out of the body whereas if the gallstone gets down it can block the bile path. This can cause serious damage and emergency which is not good news

·         Kidney stone can lead to blood in the urine whereas the gallstones can lead to jaundice and other complications

·         Based on the size of kidney stone medication can be used for treatment whereas in gallstone surgeries are the only options. If the diagnosis confirms the presence of gallstone then the gallbladder is surgically removed

·         Kidney stone formation can be avoided by developing healthy habits of taking regular fluid whereas for gallstone it is advised to take foods that are less in cholesterol.

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Basic difference between Kidney Stones and Cholecystitis Gallstones | Best Proctologists Near Me | Dr. Manas Tripathy

Most of us feel that there is no difference between kidney stones and cholecystitis gallstones as many of their symptoms might be similar. But we need to understand that both are different and the targeted organ is different. The cause of the formation of the stone is also different.

You might be wondering when comparing cholecystitis gallstones vs. kidney stones, what’s the difference? So let’s try to understand the difference.

Causes

What are the causes of kidney stones?

Kidney filters the blood which is then converted into urine. Kidney stone is formed when mineral deposits build up in the kidneys. Insufficient liquid intake is the reason behind this. Kidneys use fluids in order to process minerals ordinarily so if there is insufficient liquid your kidneys won’t be able to process the mineral and the minerals buildup proficiently. This may lead to stone formation in Kidney

Some of the other causes of kidney stones include obesity, diet, heredity, age, and calcium supplements. It is observed that kidney stones are more dominant in men over 40. If you’ve one stone then you’ve got a 50% chance of developing another over the next 10 years.

What are the causes of cholecystitis gallstones?

The gallbladder’s store bile which helps in digestion and when bile contains too much cholesterol or bilirubin, it may lead to the formation of gallstones. Gallstone is formed in the bile duct or gallbladder are hard lumps.

Obesity, consumption of food higher in cholesterol and fat can lead to gallstone formation, in women especially above 40 years of having diabetes, obese, or rapid weight loss are most likely to develop gallstones. Most of the time Gallstones can be asymptomatic and people have them and don’t know it. After some time there can be gallbladder attacks. When a gallstone blocks a duct, then pain and associated other complications take place causing an infection.

Symptoms

What are the symptoms of kidney stones and cholecystitis gallstones?

Even though cholecystitis gallstones and kidney stones affect different organ of the body, their symptoms are almost same.

Both can cause you to feel:

Nauseous

Sweaty

Restless

Feverish

Chilled

Pain under the ribs

Pain between your shoulder blade

Differences between the two are:

Gallstones lead to jaundice or yellowed skin and whites of the eyes

Kidney stone pain comes in waves

Kidney stones lead to hematuria

What are the complications of kidney stones?

Listed below are some of the complications of kidney stones.

Abscess formation

Serious infection of the kidney that diminishes the renal function

Urinary fistula formation

Ureteral scarring and stenosis

Ureteral perforation

Extravasation

Renal loss due to long-standing obstruction

What are the complications of gallstones?

Gallstones can lead to the following serious complications:

Empyema i.e. pus in the gallbladder

Gangrene

Injury to bile ducts draining the liver

Infection within the gallbladder

If bile builds up within the gallbladder, causing cholecystitis, the bile might become infected

Untreated gallstones destroy the gallbladder tissue which leads to a tear in the gallbladder or causes the gallbladder to burst

Treatment

Kidney stones can be treated by pain control medications, lithotripsy, inducing polyurea, and surgery.

Gallstones can be are treated by cholecystectomy, ursodeoxycholic acid, ERCP, and lithotripsy. Gallstone surgery does not cause any major changes in digestive process.

Prevention

Kidney stones can be prevented by drinking more water and avoiding food with high oxalate content.

Gallstones can be prevented by controlling your weight, eating healthy (avoid saturated fats, sugar, carbs) and exercising.

Conclusion

Since the sign and symptoms are the same for both Gallstones and Kidney stones many get confused and it’s a matter of fact that we think both are the same. The occurrence of kidney stone is more known among us then gall stone, its means that the awareness about the kidney stone is more than Gallstones.

A proper diagnosis will only revel the type of stone present and then your treating doctor can decide the treatment plan. Visit your near doctor immediately if you have any signs and symptoms of stone.

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Types of pain in diabetes that require treatment to relieve

In the clinical treatment of diabetes, diabetic patients often call for physical pain, and doctors can determine whether they have complications by the location and degree of pain (Diabetic Symptoms). But are all physical pain caused by complications? How is it different? Experts analyzed the nine kinds of pain that may occur in people with diabetes and the countermeasures for treatment.

Diabetic peripheral neuropathy

Patients with peripheral neuropathy generally have symmetry of the extremities and limbs, showing gloves and socks. At the same time, the patient will be accompanied by numbness, ants' crawling sensation, stinging, burning, etc., and they are getting more and more serious.

Diabetic peripheral neuropathy should be treated with lipoic acid, mecobalamin, and epalrestat. Patients with severe pain can be treated with painkillers. For example, amitriptyline, gabapentin, duloxetine, etc. can improve the symptoms of neuralgia. Relieve pain. However, the most important thing is to control blood sugar. After all, high blood sugar is the main cause of neuropathy.

Diabetic complications with lumbar disc herniation

Elderly diabetic patients have long-term pain due to osteoporosis, which may easily cause lumbar disc herniation or osteoporosis to compress the spinal cord and nerve roots. Patients may have electric-like pain, swelling, and muscle weakness. This type of patient usually has pain in a single limb or a single nerve formation.

Patients with lumbar disc herniation must first undergo a magnetic resonance examination to confirm the condition. In mild cases, bed rest, traction treatment, physical therapy, massage, massage, traditional Chinese medicine to promote blood circulation and blood stasis should be treated, and severe patients should consider surgery, otherwise Paralyzed due to pain.

Osteoporosis with diabetes

Patients with osteoporosis are also mainly elderly, and most often suffer from low back pain. As the spine spreads to both sides, the pain will be reduced when lying supine and sitting, but the pain will increase when standing and sitting for a long time. If you bend down, cough, or force your stool, the pain will be more serious. This kind of symptoms accounts for 70% to 80% of patients with pain.

The most effective way to treat diabetes complicated with osteoporosis is medication, which can prevent bone resorption. There are two kinds of medicines that can be treated. The first is a medicine that inhibits bone resorption, including calcium, vitamin D, calcitonin, estrogen, and diphosphate. The second is a medicine that promotes bone, including Flavonoids, fluorides and parathyroid hormones.

Diabetes complicated by rheumatism

Patients with rheumatism are accompanied by inflammation, such as redness, swelling, heat, pain, and impaired function. Quite a large number of patients will also have joint deformation to increase the pain.

If diabetic patients want to treat patients with rheumatism, they still need to actively control blood sugar and use ibuprofen, diclofenac, piroxicam and other drugs to treat and relieve pain. In addition, diabetic patients should avoid the use of adrenocortical hormones, such as glucocorticoids, strictly monitor blood sugar and control postprandial blood sugar.

Peripheral diabetic vascular disease

Diabetic patients experience symptoms of bilateral lower extremity pain, intermittent claudication, pale skin, and cyanosis, which may be diabetic neurological diseases caused by extensive sclerosis of nerve blood vessels, which is also one of the causes of pain in diabetic patients. Patients with less severe conditions must control high blood pressure, high blood sugar, high blood lipids, and quit smoking. In terms of medicines, vasodilators and anticoagulants such as aspirin, lipoic acid, and hydrochloropidogrel can be used.

Patients with a severe condition need to have an angiogram of the lower limbs to understand the degree of vascular blockage and place a vascular stent to clear the blood vessels and solve the problem of ischemia and hypoxia at the lower extremities.

Gout with diabetes

Some diabetic patients have joint pain in the middle of the night like a knife cut so that it affects sleep, and the tissues around the pain site are accompanied by red, swollen, painful, and hot symptoms. In this case, it is necessary to correct hyperuricemia and prevent joint damage and kidney damage. Drugs are recommended to use drugs that inhibit uric acid production, uric acid excretion drugs and inhibitors. At the same time, it is necessary to maintain a daily urine output, which is also a necessary measure for the prevention and treatment of ventilation-related kidney disease.

Diabetes complicated with tumour

Middle-aged and elderly patients with diabetes have a high incidence of tumours, and many tumours show early pain. Therefore, for the pain of unknown cause, we must first go to the hospital for necessary examinations to rule out the possibility of tumours and detect and treat early. If it is because of the direct pain caused by the tumour, try to choose surgical treatment. Otherwise, if the tumour metastasizes, it will cause multiple pains throughout the body. Many tumour patients will use painkillers or morphine to relieve pain.

In addition to the above complications, the body may also have pain such as myocardial infarction, pulmonary infarction, pneumonia, gallstones, kidney stones, appendicitis, etc. If you have severe pain, you must seek medical treatment in time to avoid delay in treatment

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Properties and Health benefits of celery

The basis of a balanced diet needs an extra supply of vitamins. Most of them we get from fruits and vegetables. One of the vegetables that provide the greatest benefits to our health is celery. Do you know all its properties? Take note!

Celery nutritional properties

Among its most significant properties are the following:

Fiber

Vegetal protein

Antioxities (flavonoids)

Vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B6, C

Minerals: potassium, sodium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, calcium and selenium

Essential oils: Limonene

The oil in its seeds contains pale, which have anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory properties.

Benefits of celery for health

It is a great cleanser

Thanks to its potassium content, celery stimulates urine production. Therefore it is ideal to combat fluid retention and eliminate toxins. To be more effective it must be taken in juice and fasting.

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Celery benefits to Fight constipation and facilitates digestion

It helps relieve constipation naturally. In addition, thanks to its minerals, it eliminates indigestion, heartburn and relieves stomach ulcer symptoms.

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Health benefits of celery to lose weight

Celery has satiating properties that decrease the desire to eat. On the other hand, it activates and improves the functioning of the metabolism. In addition to being low in fat and calories, this vegetable is ideal for weight loss.

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Celery helps to prevent Kidney stones

Having kidney stones is a very painful experience. Celery benefits in eliminating kidney stones and gallstones.

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Consume celery and feel relax

Thanks to its alkaline mineral content, celery is a powerful relaxant, which can treat problems of anxiety, stress, and insomnia.

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Health benefits of celery in the prevention of Uric acid

It dilutes the uric acid of the joints due to its anti-inflammatory properties. Therefore, it is a highly recommended food in case of rheumatism and gout.

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Reduces blood pressure

Ingredients in celery benefits and help to reduce blood pressure. So it is highly recommended in case of hypertension.

Read Also: 31 Best Foods To Reduce Blood Pressure Naturally

Anticancer

It can prevent some types of cancer because of its content in pale, minerals, vitamins and antioxidants.

Read Also: Best Foods that Prevent Cancer: Anti Cancer Foods

Contraindications and side effects

Its use not advised in pregnancy as it can cause abortions

In the case of digestive problems, it is recommended to consume always cooked, not raw.

Its excessive consumption can cause stomach upset.