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What happens to the body during fasting?
What happens to the body during fasting? When we fast, at about eight hours after our last meal, our bodies start to use energy stores through glucose and fat to keep our blood glucose levels normal. For most people this is not harmful. Some people with diabetes may not be able to keep their glucose…
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Diabetes in Ramadan
What is Ramadan Ramadan is the 9th month of the Muslim calendar. During this month, Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset. Fasting is considered one of the five pillars of Islam. Do all Muslim Fast during Ramadan? As per Islamic regulations, all healthy adult Muslims should fast. Although exceptions exist for people with serious medical…
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Safety Tips Prior to Physical Activity
Physical Activity and Your Safety You should consult your Care Team before starting strenuous physical activity. Remember to take into consideration the activity type, mode, duration, intensity, and frequency. It is also important to ensure you are wearing appropriate shoes to avoid injury. Why Should I Take Safety Steps? Exercise puts an extra demand on…
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Use the 5 Steps of Problem Solving to Get Back on Track
5 Steps of Problem Solving Think about issues that have caused or may cause you to get off track with your eating and fitness goals. Choose one of these problems. Then stay positive and use the five steps of problem solving. 1. Describe your problems. Clearly describe your problem. What do you think caused it?…
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Coping with Lapses
Coping with Lapses A lapse is a single error or slip. It is one event, like skipping your physical activity for the day. Relapse is when lapses add up and you return to your former state. Lapses or setbacks are a normal part of change. By learning how to cope with lapses and not let…
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Ways To Unwind Before Sleep
Ways to Unwind before sleep There are endless benefits of de- stressing and relaxing every day before going to sleep. From lowering the chance of heart attacks to preventing depression. It’s a good idea to follow a bedtime routine that helps you wind down. Try to take a time out for yourself at the end…
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What Should I Do If I Can’t Sleep?
What Should I Do If I Can’t Sleep? Some people struggle to get to sleep no matter how tired they are. Others wake up in the middle of the night and lie awake for hours. If you find yourself lying awake in bed thinking about everything from work to whether it’s your turn to walk…
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Overcoming physical activity barriers
Overcoming physical activity barriers It can be challenging to stay active over the long term. Finding the time and interest to build physical activity into your daily life can sometimes be difficult. We can all come up with many excuses to avoid exercise. Breaking Down Barriers to Fitness Clear goals can help motivate you when…
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Ways to Burn 100 Calories
Ways to Burn 100 Calories If you burn an extra 100 calories a day, you could lose up to 5 kg over the course of a year. Each of these activities burns at least 100 calories. Bike 8 kilometers in 30 minutes (5 minutes/km). Dance fast for 30 minutes. Do water aerobics for 30 minutes.…
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Snacks for 100 Calories
Snacks Under 100 Calories A healthy snack between meals can decrease your hunger and keep you from overeating at meal time. Here are some examples of snacks under 100 calories. 13 whole almonds 1 small oatmeal cookie 2 medium kiwis 3 tablespoons hummus ½ cup fat-free yogurt 1 medium apple 1 orange 1 cup strawberries…