Aerobic Exercise

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Blood sugar refers to the amount of glucose in your blood. Knowing and managing your blood sugar level can help prevent a variety of health problems.

Why Is It Important?

Glucose is the sugar your body uses for energy, metabolism and proper brain function. The body needs blood sugar to stay at a relatively consistent level, and regulates this level through hormones. An anabolic hormone called insulin decreases the level of glucose, while catabolic hormones raise your level. Too high or too low blood sugar can cause many severe health problems. Diabetes occurs when your blood glucose is too high, as a result of your body not producing or absorbing enough insulin.

Normal Glucose Levels

For non-diabetics, a normal glucose level is between 70 and 110 mg/dL (or up to 125 mg/dL shortly after eating). Normal levels for a diabetic are generally between 90 and 130 mg/dL (up to 180 mg/dL after meals).

Hyperglycemia

Hyperglycemia refers to glucose levels that exceed the normal range, and is caused by infections, stress, certain medications and overproduction of hormones. Hyperglycemia is usually the first sign of diabetes, and can lead to heart disease, blindness, nerve damage and other health problems. In diabetics, hyperglycemic episodes are a serious problem and can be caused by eating too much, eating too many carbohydrates, strenuous physical activity or skipping medication. Symptoms include increased thirst, frequent urination, fatigue, blurred vision and dry mouth.

Diabetics can prevent hyperglycemic episodes by following their doctor- recommended diet, checking their levels often, exercising and drinking plenty of water. Non-diabetics can avoid hyperglycemia by drinking plenty of water, exercising regularly, staying at a healthy weight, eating a balanced diet and avoiding simple carbohydrates and sugary foods. READ FULL ARTICLE

The American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology redefined what is considered high blood pressure (HBP) in November 2017, based on new evidence supporting a lower threshold. Stage 1 high blood pressure, also known as hypertension 1, is consistently measured at 130 over 80 or greater. The previous threshold was 140 over 90.

HBP is a serious condition that, if left untreated, can lead to coronary heart disease, heart failure, stroke, kidney failure and other health problems.

The New Guidelines & You

Under these new guidelines, nearly 46 percent of American adults are considered to have high blood pressure. Over one-third of Americans would be recommended for high blood pressure medication.

Your Next Steps

HBP is referred to as the “silent killer” because those who have it don’t typically experience symptoms. The best way to find out if you have HBP is to get your blood pressure checked every two years and speak with your doctor.

In some cases, HBP can be prevented by living a healthy lifestyle that includes exercising regularly, eating a healthy diet low in salt, fat and alcohol, avoiding smoking and managing stress.

For more information, speak with your doctor. READ MORE

The social recruiting and marketing platform LinkedIn recently announced a new voice messaging feature. It allows users to record and send brief audio clips instead of typing out messages.

This feature can help reduce the time it takes to reach out to potential recruits and adds a personal touch from your business. That personal experience could make the difference for talented applicants who are used to getting a canned response.

Maximizing This Feature

Using this feature can combat the perception that your company doesn’t care about applicants on a personal level. With this in mind, consider using voice replies to show applicants you care.

If a person thinks you don’t care about their application, why should they want to work for you? Read More