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This is What it Feels Like to Have High Blood Sugar

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Dr. BCW, Dr. Curry-Winchell, tells Eat This, Not That what it feels like to have high blood sugar

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High blood sugar is a serious health concern that mostly affects people with diabetes and if left untreated can lead to major complications like vision loss, kidney disease and heart disease. There’s several reasons why blood sugar can spike like not eating the right foods, dehydration, not being active and more, but when blood sugar goes up, it can feel awful. Eat This, Not That! Health spoke with  Dr. Bayo Curry-Winchell, Urgent Care Medical Director and Physician, Carbon Health and Saint Mary’s Hospital who explained what to know about high blood sugar and what it can feel like. Read on—and to ensure your health and the health of others, don’t miss these Sure Signs You’ve Already Had COVID.

What’s Considered High Blood Sugar and How Can You Check It?

Dr. Curry-Winchell says, “The best way to check your blood sugar (glucose) levels is when you haven’t eaten anything. We call that your normal fasting blood sugar. While there’s a number of factors that can impact your blood sugar levels, we like to say “normal” is generally between 70 to 130 mg/dL. The best way to check your blood sugar is with a blood glucose meter which is widely available and an affordable option.?”

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Silent Symptoms of Monkeypox You Need to Know

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Dr. BCW, Dr. Curry-Winchell, discusses the silent symptoms of Monkeypox you need to know about with Eat This, Not That.

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As monkeypox continues to spread worldwide officials are watching the virus closely and although it is a rare occurrence cases are still rising throughout the United States. While researchers are still learning about how monkeypox affects different communities, Eat This, Not That! Health spoke with Dr. Bayo Curry-Winchell, Urgent Care Medical Director and Physician, Carbon Health and Saint Mary’s Hospital who explained what seniors should know about the virus and symptoms to watch out for. Read on to find out more—and to ensure your health and the health of others, don’t miss Already Had COVID? These Symptoms May “Never Go Away”.

What Do People Need to Know About Monkeypox?

Dr. Curry-Winchell says, “Monkeypox is a rare disease first discovered in the late 1950’s after two outbreaks of pox-like disease occurred in colonies of monkeys kept in research. What we know is symptoms of monkeypox are similar but milder than those of smallpox – with the big difference being swelling of the lymph nodes (lymphadenopathy).”

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Signs You Have an Acute Upper Respiratory Infection

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Dr. BCW, Dr. Curry-Winchell,  discusses signs you have an acute upper respiratory infection with Eat This, Not That!

An upper respiratory infection can be a serious issue.  Please take the time to review this important topic and check out the article linked below.

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Upper respiratory infections may be short lived, but can be really painful. “Acute upper respiratory infection refers to an infection that is localized to the nose, throat and sinuses that will last a short period of time, usually a couple of days,” Dr. Bayo Curry-Winchell, Urgent Care Medical Director and Physician, Carbon Health, and Saint Mary’s Hospital tells Eat This, Not That! Health. While the symptoms can be irritating and cause discomfort, the good news is upper respiratory infections don’t cause serious harm to your health. Dr. Curry-Winchell explains what to know about upper respiratory infections and signs you have one. Read on—and to ensure your health and the health of others, don’t miss these Sure Signs You’ve Already Had COVID.

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Sure Signs You Have “Lumbago,” Say Physicians

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Dr. BCW, Dr. Curry-Winchell, talks with Eat This, Not That, about the  signs of Lumbago and what to do if you are concerned.

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Back pain is a common condition that can be chronic and crippling. There’s several types of back pain and lumbago is a general term to describe lower back pain symptoms and can be felt in the legs at times. According to the International Association for the Study of Pain, “Low back pain is a common global problem.  The point prevalence of low back pain (LBP) in 2017 was estimated to be about 7.5% of the global population, or around 577.0 million people.” Eat This, Not That! Health talked with Dr. Bayo Curry-Winchell, Urgent Care Medical Director and Physician, Carbon Health, and Saint Mary’s Hospital who explained everything to know about lumbago and signs that indicate you have it. Read on—and to ensure your health and the health of others, don’t miss these Sure Signs You’ve Already Had COVID.

Lower Back Pain (Sudden / Severe): Dr. Curry-Winchell shares, “One moment you’re making dinner, and the next you are unable to get up from the couch. The sudden onset of not being able to stand up straight or walk is a common first sign of lumbago. This can last for a few days, to several weeks, to months.”

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Signs You Have Diabetes, Say Physicians

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Dr. BCW, Dr. Curry-Winchell, talks with Eat This, Not That! and provides signs you might have Diabetes and what to watch for.  Diabetes is a serious medical condition that impacts many people across the globe and can impact anyone.  Please take the time to review this important topic.

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Diabetes is on the rise in the U.S. and cases are at a record high. Chances are you know someone with the disease since over 37 million Americans, or 1 in 10 people have diabetes according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and describes the diabetes as “a chronic (long-lasting) health condition that affects how your body turns food into energy. Most people’s bodies naturally produce the hormone insulin, which helps convert sugars from the food we eat into energy that the body can use or store for later. When you have diabetes, your body either doesn’t make insulin or doesn’t use its insulin well, causing your blood sugar to rise. High blood sugar levels can cause serious health problems over time. With type 1 diabetes, the body can’t make insulin. If you’re diagnosed with type 1, you’ll need to take insulin every day to survive. With type 2 diabetes, your body doesn’t use insulin well. The good news is that type 2 diabetes can be prevented or delayed with healthy lifestyle changes.” In spite of what many think, diabetes isn’t a childhood condition or something older people get. Anyone at any age can get it and Eat This, Not That! Health spoke with Dr. Bayo Curry-Winchell, Urgent Care Medical Director and Physician, Carbon Health, and Saint Mary’s Hospital, who explained what to know about diabetes and what the signs are that you might have the harmful health condition. Read on—and to ensure your health and the health of others, don’t miss these Sure Signs You’ve Already Had COVID.

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Here’s What Lupus Feels Like, Say Physicians

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Dr. BCW, Dr. Curry-Winchell, talks with Eat This, Not That! about what it feels like to have Lupus.

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Lupus is an autoimmune disease that affects an estimated 1.5 million Americans and an average of 5 million people worldwide, according to Lupus.org. Dr. Daniel Boyer of Farr Institute tells us, “Lupus is a severe long-term disease caused by the effects of an overactive immune system that attacks healthy tissues in the body leading to organ damage, fever, and joint pains.” While there’s no cure for Lupus, there are effective treatments that can improve symptoms. Eat This, Not That! Health spoke with experts who explain what exactly lupus is, what it feels like and who is at risk. Read on—and to ensure your health and the health of others, don’t miss these Sure Signs You’ve Already Had COVID.

What is Lupus?

Dr. Bayo Curry-Winchell, Urgent Care Medical Director and Physician, St. Mary’s Health Network explains, “Lupus is a disease that involves your immune system-network that usually protects your body from disease. It’s attacking your body’s organs and tissues. Think of it as a battle or war happening within someone’s body without the presence of disease, infection, or injury. The organs most affected are the kidneys, lungs, brain, heart, and blood vessels.”

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