According to Arthritis Today (Nov/Dec 2013) lots
of sugar can increase inflammation in the body.
So, if you suffer from arthritis, a high blood sugar level may cause you
some added pain. How can something that feels so good going down make you feel so bad after?
There are some indications that high blood sugar levels impact cartilage and may be responsible for the deterioration of this important body part. So, to help keep inflammation down and to feel better, a limited amount of sugar in the diet may be just the thing. This is much easier said than done.
There are some indications that high blood sugar levels impact cartilage and may be responsible for the deterioration of this important body part. So, to help keep inflammation down and to feel better, a limited amount of sugar in the diet may be just the thing. This is much easier said than done.
This article talks about surviving holiday parties by not
overdoing the sugar thing. But when the
party is over and there is an abundance of leftover cookies and chocolates, staying
away from them may seem impossible.
If you need to reduce sugar in your diet, enlist the help of
other family members. Let them know what you want to do and why, and ask them
for gentle help – no ridicule or put-downs.
What can help you avoid giving in to cravings and unnecessary
eating? Relaxation techniques recommended by the Mayo Clinic include yoga, meditation, massage, deep breathing, music, and art. Check out the full list and descriptions.
A Maine Warmer is a microwave heating pad that relaxes tense muscles and may help you relax too. Try a Neck Warmer in the shape of an alligator with a big smile on its face. It will warm you as well as help you relax, and during the cold months any extra warmth is welcome. Or give yourself the gift of comfort and relaxation without the calories with an extra large Back Warmer, a healthy indulgence that can help to get you past that feeling of needing something sweet. Have dessert once a week (not every day), and chances are you’ll be feeling better.
A Maine Warmer is a microwave heating pad that relaxes tense muscles and may help you relax too. Try a Neck Warmer in the shape of an alligator with a big smile on its face. It will warm you as well as help you relax, and during the cold months any extra warmth is welcome. Or give yourself the gift of comfort and relaxation without the calories with an extra large Back Warmer, a healthy indulgence that can help to get you past that feeling of needing something sweet. Have dessert once a week (not every day), and chances are you’ll be feeling better.
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