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  Should I take supplements to help me sleep? A doctor explains

  It’s long established that sleep plays a crucial role in health and well-being. Numerous studies have documented the relationship between health and the quantity and quality of people’s sleep. Anyone who has had a poor night of rest can attest to how they had less energy and were grumpier the next day.Some 18% of American adults take a form of medication to help them sleep, including over-the-counter pills and prescription medications, according to a 2023 US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report. Some 6.3% said that they take sleep medications every day and 2.1% took medication most days.What are other nonpharmaceutical measures that can help with sleep?This is a key question and goes back to the issue of why someone is having sleep problems. Many people struggle because they don’t have enough time in bed, which is a first important component to good sleep. If the ideal sleep duration is at least seven hours a night, then try to allocate for at least eight hours in bed.Screens interfere with sleep, so try to avoid looking at your cell phone or watching TV right before bed.／PexelsIt’s best to aim to go to bed at around the same time every day, including on weekends. Avoid naps if possible. Sleep environment also matters. It’s best to slumber in a cool, quiet and dark place. Screens interfere with sleep, so try to avoid looking at your cell phone or watching TV right before bed.Finally, there are other nonpharmaceutical measures, such as increased physical activity, yoga and acupuncture, that can help some people. Make sure to speak with your provider to diagnose any other issues and then try out different methods, in consultation with your provider, to see what works best for you.

  2024-07-06 09:00
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  Diabesity: Starting with the Right Food to Lose Weight - 6 Q&As

  Diabetes patients are often very cautious about their diet when controlling their weight, but actually, eating the right food is key. Nutritionist Liu Siyu points out that choosing healthy foods and maintaining a consistent carbohydrate intake is beneficial for controlling blood sugar and weight. Here are six common dietary issues for diabetes patients:https://news.immigration.gov.tw/Column/Detail/32744738-bfdf-4867-b46d-1e2254adc679?category=1&lang=TWChoosing healthy foods and maintaining a consistent carbohydrate intake is beneficial for controlling blood sugar and weight. (Image: Provided by Flickr)Q1: Can diabetes patients eat white rice?Yes, but don’t think that avoiding white rice alone can control blood sugar. Liu Siyu points out that some people switch to other carbohydrates like porridge, noodles, or bread, which are easy to digest but not beneficial for blood sugar stability. Therefore, choosing healthy staple foods and paying attention to portion control is key.Q2: Is brown rice better than white rice?Brown rice is indeed nutritious, but its calorie and carbohydrate content are comparable to white rice, so it should not be eaten excessively. The amount of rice consumed per meal should depend on individual weight and activity level. It is recommended that men consume 4-5 servings of carbohydrates per day, while women should consume 2-4 servings.Choosing healthy staple foods and paying attention to portion control is key. (Image: Provided by GQ Taiwan)Q3: Which foods contain carbohydrates?Pay special attention to whole grains, fruits, and dairy products as they contain carbohydrates and directly affect blood sugar. Portion control is important when consuming these foods.Q4: Often feel hungry, is it physiological or psychological hunger?It is necessary to distinguish between real hunger (physiological hunger) and fake hunger (psychological hunger). Choosing high-satiety foods, such as those rich in protein and fiber, helps reduce feelings of hunger.https://news.immigration.gov.tw/Column/Detail/b497633c-1ac9-4790-9785-59dff1673aad?category=1&lang=TWQ5: Can I eat sweets and sugary drinks?Occasionally, yes, but not frequently. High-sugar foods can affect blood sugar control and increase the risk of obesity and other health problems. It is advisable to find substitutes and gradually reduce dependence on sugar.Q6: What is the best way to lose weight?Fasting or extreme dieting is not recommended. A balanced diet is the best way to lose weight. Every type of food should be consumed in moderation, and high-sugar, high-fat, and high-calorie foods should be avoided as much as possible.

  2024-06-17 01:44
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  If your kid just told you they’re trans, here’s what you should know

  Maryhope Howland gave birth to a baby she thought was a boy. But at 6 years old, the child asked her questions such as “Mom, am I a boy? How do you know I’m a boy?” “Once I clued in, I said, ‘The doctors make a best guess based on your body … but only you can know, and we love you no matter what,’” said Howland, now co-lead for the Families United for Trans Rights, an organization of transgender kids and their loved ones.Her child’s questioning didn’t stop there. It marked the beginning of a yearslong evolution not just for her daughter, who came out as nonbinary at age 8 and transgender at 10. It was also a journey for Howland and her husband as they navigated what it means to be trans, ways of affirming their daughter’s gender identity, their responsibilities as parents, and the grief associated with “letting go of one idea of what our life is going to be,” Howland said.Howland and her husband know they can’t shield their daughter from every news story or potential bully.／WikipediaHowland and her husband know they can’t shield their daughter from every news story or potential bully. “Desperately afraid about my child not having federal civil rights protections in this country,” Howland said she even has a spreadsheet of what countries they could move to if they had to one day.To make her daughter aware and prepared, she has exposed her to the issues in as positive of a context as she can — such as the time she took her to a recent fundraiser for Sarah McBride, a Delaware-based trans woman who is the nation’s first known transgender person to serve as a state senator and who is now running for Congress.“I say to her that it’s my job to carry that right now, not hers,” Howland said. “And that she’s safe and that we will always do everything we can to protect her.”

  2024-07-06 09:00