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<s>[INST]Who is the president of India?[/INST] Droupadi Murmu (née Puti Biranchi Tudu; born 20 June 1958) is an Indian politician and former teacher who is serving as the 15th and current President of India since 2022. She is the first person belonging to the tribal community and also the second woman after Pratibha Pa...
<human>: What are the symptoms of gastritis? <bot>: However, the most common symptoms include: Nausea or recurrent upset stomach Abdominal bloating Abdominal pain Vomiting Indigestion Burning or gnawing feeling in the stomach between meals or at night Hiccups Loss of appetite Vomiting blood or coffee ground-like mater...
<human>: What does the treatment for gastritis involve? <bot>: Treatment for gastritis usually involves: Taking antacids and other drugs (such as proton pump inhibitors or H-2 blockers) to reduce stomach acid Avoiding hot and spicy foods For gastritis caused by H. pylori infection, your doctor will prescribe a regimen...
<human>: How does an upper endoscopy help diagnose gastritis? <bot>: However, the most common symptoms include: Nausea or recurrent upset stomach Abdominal bloating Abdominal pain Vomiting Indigestion Burning or gnawing feeling in the stomach between meals or at night Hiccups Loss of appetite Vomiting blood or coffee ...
<human>: How is a fecal occult blood test (stool test) used to diagnose gastritis? <bot>: This test checks for the presence of blood in your stool, a possible sign of gastritis.,context: Gastritis is an inflammation, irritation, or erosion of the lining of the stomach. It can occur suddenly (acute) or gradually (chr...
<human>: What is gastritis? <bot>: !s_sensitive, chron ID: $('article embeded_module[type=video][align=top]:eq(0)').attr('chronic_id'), continuous Play: true, cp Options: { flyout: true }, display Ads: true, mode: 'in-article', sticky: true }) }); }); } else { $(function(){ $('.responsive-video-container').remove(); }...
<human>: What causes gastritis? <bot>: It may also be caused by any of the following: Helicobacter pylori ( H. pylori): A bacteria that lives in the mucous lining of the stomach; without treatment, the infection can lead to ulcers, and in some people, stomach cancer. Bile reflux: A backflow of bile into the stomach fr...
<human>: What is neutropenia? <bot>: Neutrophils are cells in your immune system that attack bacteria and other organisms when they invade your body. Neutrophils are a type of white blood cell. Your bone marrow creates these cells. They then travel in your bloodstream and move to areas of infection where they ingest a...
<human>: What are the causes of neutropenia? <bot>: Neutrophils are cells in your immune system that attack bacteria and other organisms when they invade your body. The risk for serious infection generally increases as: Neutrophil count goes down Duration of severe neutropenia gets longer The causes of neutropenia inc...
<human>: What are infections that cause neutropenia? <bot>: Neutrophils are cells in your immune system that attack bacteria and other organisms when they invade your body. The risk for serious infection generally increases as: Neutrophil count goes down Duration of severe neutropenia gets longer The causes of neutrop...
<human>: What medications cause neutropenia? <bot>: Neutrophils are cells in your immune system that attack bacteria and other organisms when they invade your body. This may be related to having an autoimmune condition, such as: Crohn's disease Rheumatoid arthritis Lupus In some people, neutropenia can be caused by ce...
<human>: What factors cause a decrease production of neutrophils, resulting in neutropenia? <bot>: Neutrophils are cells in your immune system that attack bacteria and other organisms when they invade your body. The risk for serious infection generally increases as: Neutrophil count goes down Duration of severe neutro...
<human>: What are the symptoms of neutropenia? <bot>: Neutrophils are cells in your immune system that attack bacteria and other organisms when they invade your body. Neutropenia itself often doesn't cause symptoms. In some cases, people only learn they have neutropenia when they have a blood test for an unrelated rea...
<human>: What are some treatments for neutropenia? <bot>: Neutrophils are cells in your immune system that attack bacteria and other organisms when they invade your body. This may be related to having an autoimmune condition, such as: Crohn's disease Rheumatoid arthritis Lupus In some people, neutropenia can be caused...
<human>: How can I prevent liver cancer? <bot>: Here are ways to reduce your risk of getting liver cancer: If you risk exposure to hepatitis, ask your doctor about getting immunized. Practice safe sex and avoid IV drug use. Drink alcohol only in moderation. If you work around chemicals linked to liver cancer, follow s...
<human>: When should you call the doctor about gas pain in children? <bot>: Your child seems sick. Your child vomits blood or green or yellow liquid. Your child has blood in her stool. Your child cries for longer than two hours. Your child has pain in the lower right side. Your child's abdomen seems to be distended an...
<human>: How can you use retinoids for warts? <bot>: How to use: Follow your doctor's instructions for applying retinoids to warts. Creams may need to be used for a few months before warts disappear.,context:Since the first retinoid was approved for acne in 1971, these drugs have been hailed by many as a cure-all for ...
<human>: How are retinoids used for acne? <bot>: How to use: Smooth a pea-sized amount of retinoid cream over the skin once a day 20 to 30 minutes after washing your face.,context:Since the first retinoid was approved for acne in 1971, these drugs have been hailed by many as a cure-all for skin problems. Although reti...
<human>: How can you use retinoids for wrinkles? <bot>: How to use: Apply to your face, neck, chest, hands, and forearms at least twice a week.,context:Since the first retinoid was approved for acne in 1971, these drugs have been hailed by many as a cure-all for skin problems. Although retinoids may not be the answer ...
<human>: What else do you need to know about using retinoids for warts? <bot>: What else you need to know: When you first use retinoids, you may notice redness, peeling of your skin, or worsening of your acne.,context:Since the first retinoid was approved for acne in 1971, these drugs have been hailed by many as a cur...
<human>: How can retinoids help with acne? <bot>: If you have moderate to severe acne that hasn't gotten better with other treatments, a retinoid may help. When spread on the skin, retinoids can unclog pores, allowing other medicated creams and gels to work better. They also reduce acne outbreaks by preventing dead ce...
<human>: How can retinoids help with warts? <bot>: Doctors may prescribe retinoids for warts, particularly when other treatments have failed. Retinoid cream works by disrupting the wart's cell growth.,context:Since the first retinoid was approved for acne in 1971, these drugs have been hailed by many as a cure-all for...
<human>: What do you need to know about using retinoids for acne? <bot>: What else you need to know: When you first use retinoids, you may notice redness, peeling of your skin, or worsening of your acne. You can minimize this by using the product every other day until your body gets used to it, or mix it with moisturi...
<human>: How can retinoids help with wrinkles? <bot>: Tretinoin was the first retinoid approved by the FDA to treat wrinkles. This prescription retinoid works by increasing the making of new collagen. It also stimulates new blood vessels in the skin, giving skin a rosy appearance, fading age spots, and reducing precan...
<human>: How can retinoids help with psoriasis? <bot>: How to use: Smooth a pea-sized amount of retinoid cream over the skin once a day 20 to 30 minutes after washing your face. Over-the-counter retinoids may not work as well as tretinoin in reducing wrinkles, but they can improve the appearance of sun-damaged skin.,c...
<human>: What are the side effects and precautions for using retinoids? <bot>: Although retinoids may not be the answer to every skin condition, there are several with proven results. Risks include: Dryness and irritation Skin color changes Sensitivity to sunlight Redness, swelling, crusting, or blistering How to Mini...
<human>: What should you know about retinoids? <bot>: Although retinoids may not be the answer to every skin condition, there are several with proven results. Tretinoin was the first retinoid approved by the FDA to treat wrinkles.,context:Since the first retinoid was approved for acne in 1971, these drugs have been ha...
<human>: How can you minimize the risks of using retinoids? <bot>: Using them along with products that have alpha-hydroxy acids may provide even more skin-smoothing effects. Although retinoids are helpful for many common skin problems, they are not without risks. Risks include: Dryness and irritation Skin color change...
<human>: Can medication cause erectile dysfunction? <bot>: If you think your medicine may be causing your problem, don't just stop taking it. Talk to your doctor. You may need to switch to something different, or consider taking an ED medication, too.,context:Like the stock market and foreign car engines, erections ar...
<human>: Does aging cause erectile dysfunction? <bot>: Aging doesn't cause ED, but the problem is more common in older men. Counseling can help you work through any relationship or emotional troubles you may be facing.,context:Like the stock market and foreign car engines, erections are mysterious things that seem to ...
<human>: What causes erectile dysfunction? <bot>: !s_sensitive, chron ID: $('article embeded_module[type=video][align=top]:eq(0)').attr('chronic_id'), continuous Play: true, cp Options: { flyout: true }, display Ads: true, mode: 'in-article', sticky: true }) }); }); } else { $(function(){ $('.responsive-video-containe...
<human>: How did researchers try to find the link between thimerosal and autism? <bot>: To see if thimerosal was linked to autism, researchers studied children who received vaccines that contained it. They compared them to kids who received vaccines that didn't. The CDC conducted or paid for nine different studies loo...
<human>: What is the controversy behind thimerosal and autism? <bot>: It was called thimerosal, and it contained mercury. That's a metal that's harmful to the brain and kidneys at high levels. Doctors used thimerosal to prevent the growth of bacteria and fungi in vaccines. There was no evidence that the small amount u...
<human>: How are vaccines linked to autism? <bot>: More than a dozen studies have tried to find a link. The paper's findings led other doctors to do their own research into the link between the MMR vaccine and autism.,context:The research is clear: Vaccines don't cause autism. More than a dozen studies have tried to f...
<human>: What should I do if my child has a biting injury? <bot>: If you bite your child, the child is going to get the impression that this behavior is acceptable and he or she will be more likely to do it again. Even little teeth can break the skin. If the bite is bleeding and the wound appears to be deep, call your...
<human>: Why do children bite? <bot>: Kids bite for a number of reasons -- and most of them aren't intentionally malicious. They're in pain. They're looking for a reaction. They're craving attention. They're frustrated.,context:You're enjoying a sunny afternoon on the playground when suddenly you spot your toddler wit...
<human>: What are the risks of taking biotin? <bot>: If you have any medical conditions -- or are pregnant or breastfeeding -- check with a doctor before using biotin supplements. Don't give biotin to a child unless a pediatrician recommends it.,context:Biotin is a coenzyme and a B vitamin. It is also known as vitamin...
<human>: What is biotin used for? <bot>: Other uses of biotin -- for conditions like cradle cap, hepatitis, hair loss, and depression -- are unsupported or untested.,context:Biotin is a coenzyme and a B vitamin. It is also known as vitamin H. Because biotin is present in so many different kinds of foods, deficiency is...
<human>: Can you get biotin naturally from foods? <bot>: Biotin occurs naturally in many foods. Wheat germ, whole-grain cereals, whole wheat bread, eggs, dairy products, peanuts, soya nuts, Swiss chard, salmon, and chicken are all sources of biotin.,context:Biotin is a coenzyme and a B vitamin. It is also known as vit...
<human>: What does biotin do to the body? <bot>: Biotin plays a key role in the body. It supports the health of the skin, nerves, digestive tract, metabolism, and cells. One small study suggested that biotin and other micronutrients helped treat peripheral neuropathy, nerve pain in the extremities that can result from...
<human>: Who should take biotin supplements? <bot>: Biotin supplements have been studied as a treatment for a number of conditions. Risks.,context:Biotin is a coenzyme and a B vitamin. It is also known as vitamin H. Because biotin is present in so many different kinds of foods, deficiency is rare. As a supplement, bio...
<human>: What are the side effects of taking biotin? <bot>: Even at high levels, biotin appears to be fairly safe. The maximum safe dose of biotin is unknown.,context:Biotin is a coenzyme and a B vitamin. It is also known as vitamin H. Because biotin is present in so many different kinds of foods, deficiency is rare. ...
<human>: What is biotin? <bot>: It is also known as vitamin H. Because biotin is present in so many different kinds of foods, deficiency is rare. Genuine biotin deficiency is quite rare.,context:Biotin is a coenzyme and a B vitamin. It is also known as vitamin H. Because biotin is present in so many different kinds of...
<human>: How many people get Crohn's disease? <bot>: As many as 700,000 Americans have the disease. Although there's no cure, there are treatments to manage it.,context:Lots of people have stomach cramps with diarrhea or constipation. It's uncomfortable, but you usually get over it and forget about it. But when you ha...
<human>: What medical and insurance information should you gather before your knee replacement surgery? <bot>: Chances are, you'll be asked for the same medical and insurance information over and again in the coming weeks. Carry a handy list of: All your medication and supplements Any health conditions you have Your i...
<human>: What help might you need after your knee replacement surgery? <bot>: You're going to need it while you recover. If you live on your own, recruit a relative or close friend to stay with you for a while. Ask a neighbor to take out the garbage or bring in the mail. Freeze extra meals or stock up your pantry befo...
<human>: How can you prepare for knee replacement surgery? <bot>: Prepare now to make the surgery go smoothly and to speed up your recovery. How long will the surgery take? Could I have the surgery as an outpatient, without a hospital stay? What type of anesthesia will you need? What kind of rehab will you get? What t...
<human>: What causes abnormal prolactin (PRL) levels? <bot>: Your doctor may order a prolactin test when you report having the following symptoms: For women Irregular or no periods Infertility Breast milk discharge when you're not pregnant or nursing Tenderness in your breast Menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes an...
<human>: When is a prolactin (PRL) test needed for men and women? <bot>: Your doctor may order a prolactin test when you report having the following symptoms: For women Irregular or no periods Infertility Breast milk discharge when you're not pregnant or nursing Tenderness in your breast Menopausal symptoms such as ho...
<human>: What happens if your prolactin (PRL) levels are low? <bot>: If your prolactin levels are below the normal range, this could mean your pituitary gland isn't working at full steam. That's known as hypopituitarism. Lower levels of prolactin usually do not need medical treatment.,context:A prolactin ( PRL) test m...
<human>: When is a prolactin (PRL) test needed for women? <bot>: Your doctor may order a prolactin test when you report having the following symptoms: For women Irregular or no periods Infertility Breast milk discharge when you're not pregnant or nursing Tenderness in your breast Menopausal symptoms such as hot flashe...
<human>: What is the normal range for prolactin (PRL)? <bot>: The normal range for prolactin in your blood are: Males: 2 to 18 nanograms per milliliter (ng/m L) Nonpregnant females: 2 to 29 ng/m L Pregnant females: 10 to 209 ng/m L If your value falls outside the normal range, this doesn't automatically mean you have ...
<human>: When is a prolactin (PRL) test needed for men? <bot>: Your doctor may order a prolactin test when you report having the following symptoms: For women Irregular or no periods Infertility Breast milk discharge when you're not pregnant or nursing Tenderness in your breast Menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes ...
<human>: What happens if your prolactin (PRL) levels are high? <bot>: The normal range for prolactin in your blood are: Males: 2 to 18 nanograms per milliliter (ng/m L) Nonpregnant females: 2 to 29 ng/m L Pregnant females: 10 to 209 ng/m L If your value falls outside the normal range, this doesn't automatically mean y...
<human>: How many people who are HIV-positive get lipodystrophy? <bot>: While it used to be more common with older antiretroviral ( ART) treatments for HIV, better control of HIV and newer antiretroviral drugs make the development of lipodystrophy. There are two types of lipodystrophy: fat loss and fat buildup. Back o...
<human>: What is a normal cardiac output? <bot>: It's different for different people, depending on their size. Usually, an adult heart pumps about 3-4 liters of blood per minute at rest. But when you run or exercise, your heart may pump 3-4 times that much to make sure your body gets enough oxygen and fuel.,context:It...
<human>: Who gets restless legs syndrome? <bot>: Restless legs syndrome affects about 10% of the U. S. population. It affects both men and women and may begin at any age, even in infants and young children. Most people who are affected severely -- 2% to 3% -- are middle-aged or older.,context:Restless legs syndrome ( ...
<human>: What is restless legs syndrome? <bot>: Restless legs syndrome affects about 10% of the U. S. population.,context:Restless legs syndrome ( RLS) is a disorder of the part of the nervous system that affects movement of the legs. Because it usually interferes with sleep, it also is considered a sleep disorder. Pe...
<human>: How severe is restless legs syndrome? <bot>: The severity of RLS symptoms ranges from mild to intolerable. The symptoms are generally worse in the evening and night and less severe in the morning. While the symptoms are usually quite mild in young adults, by age 50 the symptoms may cause severe nightly sleep ...
<human>: What are symptoms of restless legs syndrome? <bot>: Restless legs syndrome ( RLS) is a disorder of the part of the nervous system that affects movement of the legs. The sensations are usually worse at rest, especially when lying in bed, and can lead to sleep deprivation, anxiety and depression.,context:Restle...
<human>: Where do rheumatoid nodules show up? <bot>: The most common locations for rheumatoid nodules are: Hands Fingers Knuckles Elbows As you live with RA for a while, you can be more likely to have nodules. You might get them in your: Vocal cords: If they form here, you might get hoarse. Lungs, heart, and other org...
<human>: Can rheumatoid nodules form on the vocal cords? <bot>: Lungs, heart, and other organs: When they show up in these parts of your body, nodules can affect how they work. Methotrexate (a common treatment for RA) can lead to this condition, which causes small nodules to form quickly around your finger joints.,con...
<human>: Are there treatments for rheumatoid nodules? <bot>: Doctors believe these things can make you more likely to get nodules: They usually show up in people with more severe RA. If that happens, your doctor will often switch you to another medicine. DMARDs (disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs): Sometimes these ...
<human>: What causes rheumatoid nodules? <bot>: The most common locations for rheumatoid nodules are: Hands Fingers Knuckles Elbows As you live with RA for a while, you can be more likely to have nodules. Doctors believe these things can make you more likely to get nodules: They usually show up in people with more sev...
<human>: Should you remove rheumatoid nodules? <bot>: How big are they? Rheumatoid nodules don't give most people with RA any problems. But if they hurt or make it harder to do daily activities because they put pressure on nerves, limit movement, or are in sensitive locations, talk to your doctor. If that happens, you...
<human>: What are the causes of rheumatoid nodules? <bot>: The most common locations for rheumatoid nodules are: Hands Fingers Knuckles Elbows As you live with RA for a while, you can be more likely to have nodules. Doctors believe these things can make you more likely to get nodules: They usually show up in people wi...
<human>: How can you make deep belly breathing an abs exercise after you have a baby? <bot>: It helps relax muscles, and it starts the process of strengthening and toning your abs and belly. How It's Done: Sit upright and breathe deeply, drawing air from the diaphragm upward. Contract and hold your abs tight while inh...
<human>: is walking good exercise for new moms? <bot>: Why It's Good For You: It may not sound like much of a workout, but walking is one of the simplest ways to ease into a fitness routine after giving birth. How It's Done: Start with an easy stroll. Eventually you'll work your way up to a pumped-up power walk. But a...
<human>: What are the benefits of Kegel exercises for new moms and how is it done? <bot>: Why They're Good for You: This classic exercise will help you tone bladder muscles and help reduce risks of incontinence associated with childbirth. The more kegels you do, and the longer you hold them, the better control you wil...
<human>: What are other cancer drugs besides chemotherapy? <bot>: Chemotherapy is a common cancer treatment, but today, doctors often prescribe other kinds of cancer medicines, such as targeted therapies, hormone therapy, and immunotherapy. Unlike chemo, these types of medicine are better at attacking only cancer cell...
<human>: How can I get chemotherapy? <bot>: You can take chemo as pills or shots. You might go to a clinic or hospital so you can get the drugs through an IV, what doctors call an infusion.,context:Chemotherapy is one of the most common treatments for cancer. It uses certain drugs to kill cancer cells or to stop them ...
<human>: Which type of chemotherapy is often used for breast and lung cancers? <bot>: Drugs called mitotic inhibitors stop cancer cells from making more copies of themselves. They can also stop your body from making the proteins that cancer cells need to grow. Doctors might prescribe them for breast and lung cancers a...
<human>: What type of chemotherapy is most often used to treat leukemia, and cancer in breasts, ovaries, and intestines? <bot>: One type of chemo drug interferes with the normal metabolism of cells, which makes them stop growing. These drugs are called antimetabolites. Doctors often use them to treat leukemia and canc...
<human>: How does chemotherapy work? <bot>: Chemotherapy drugs work in a few different ways. They can: Kill both cancerous and healthy cells Fight only cancer cells Keep tumors from growing blood vessels, which help them thrive Attack the cancer cells' genes so the cells die and can't grow into new tumors There are do...
<human>: Can steroids be used to treat cancer? <bot>: Steroids are drugs that act like your body's own hormones. They are useful in treating many types of cancer, and they can keep you from having nausea and vomiting after a round of chemo. They can also prevent allergic reactions to some of the drugs. Some of the ste...
<human>: What type of chemotherapy works for many types of cancers? <bot>: Anthracycline chemotherapy attacks the enzymes inside cancer cells' DNA that help them divide and grow. They work for many types of cancer. Some of these drugs are actinomycin- D, bleomycin, daunorubicin, and doxorubicin, among others. High dos...
<human>: Will my doctor prescribe chemotherapy alone or with other treatments? <bot>: Your cancer doctor, called an oncologist, may prescribe one chemo drug or a mix of different ones, depending on: Your type of cancer Whether you've had cancer before If you have other health problems like diabetes or heart, kidney, o...
<human>: Why do I need chemotherapy? <bot>: Your cancer doctor, called an oncologist, may prescribe one chemo drug or a mix of different ones, depending on: Your type of cancer Whether you've had cancer before If you have other health problems like diabetes or heart, kidney, or liver disease Even after surgery to remo...
<human>: How does anthracycline chemotherapy work? <bot>: Anthracycline chemotherapy attacks the enzymes inside cancer cells' DNA that help them divide and grow. They work for many types of cancer. Some of these drugs are actinomycin- D, bleomycin, daunorubicin, and doxorubicin, among others. High doses of anti-tumor ...
<human>: How do chemotherapy drugs work? <bot>: Chemotherapy drugs work in a few different ways. They can: Kill both cancerous and healthy cells Fight only cancer cells Keep tumors from growing blood vessels, which help them thrive Attack the cancer cells' genes so the cells die and can't grow into new tumors There ar...
<human>: Are there different type of chemotherapy drugs? <bot>: They can: Kill both cancerous and healthy cells Fight only cancer cells Keep tumors from growing blood vessels, which help them thrive Attack the cancer cells' genes so the cells die and can't grow into new tumors There are dozens of chemotherapy drugs th...
<human>: How do you know if chemotherapy is working? <bot>: Your oncologist will watch your body's response during and after treatment. She'll look for signs that your tumor is shrinking or growing. She'll use tests like physical exams, blood tests, or imaging scans like X-rays. If your treatment doesn't seem to be wo...
<human>: How can you receive chemotherapy? <bot>: You can take chemo as pills or shots. You might go to a clinic or hospital so you can get the drugs through an IV, what doctors call an infusion.,context:Chemotherapy is one of the most common treatments for cancer. It uses certain drugs to kill cancer cells or to stop...
<human>: What drugs exist for cancer other than chemotherapy? <bot>: Chemotherapy is a common cancer treatment, but today, doctors often prescribe other kinds of cancer medicines, such as targeted therapies, hormone therapy, and immunotherapy. Unlike chemo, these types of medicine are better at attacking only cancer c...
<human>: How many types of chemotherapy drugs do you take? <bot>: Your cancer doctor, called an oncologist, may prescribe one chemo drug or a mix of different ones, depending on: Your type of cancer Whether you've had cancer before If you have other health problems like diabetes or heart, kidney, or liver disease Even...
<human>: How will I know if chemotherapy is working? <bot>: Your cancer doctor, called an oncologist, may prescribe one chemo drug or a mix of different ones, depending on: Your type of cancer Whether you've had cancer before If you have other health problems like diabetes or heart, kidney, or liver disease Even after...
<human>: How can watching your posture prevent carpal tunnel syndrome? <bot>: While it's natural to focus on your wrist and hands, how you hold the rest of your body can also make a difference. Poor posture may cause you to roll your shoulders forward. This sets off a chain reaction that shortens your neck and shoulde...
<human>: How does hand pressure affect carpal tunnel risk? <bot>: Many times, you may use more force than you need to get the job done. For instance, you might grip your tools too tightly when a firm hold is plenty. Or you may pound your computer keyboard when gentle keystrokes will do. As you go through your day, kee...
<human>: How often should you take breaks from work to help prevent carpal tunnel syndrome? <bot>: Step away from your work to bend or stretch your hands. A 10- to 15-minute break every hour is ideal. This is especially important if you use tools that vibrate or make you apply a lot of force.,context:If your job or fa...
<human>: How can changing your workspace help in preventing carpal tunnel syndrome? <bot>: If your work triggers your symptoms, ask you manager about changing up your work space. You may be able to alter anything from your workstation setup to tool handles to how tasks get done to see if it helps your symptoms. You mi...
<human>: How can staying warm help in preventing carpal tunnel syndrome? <bot>: If you can back off even a little, your hands and wrists will thank you. It might also help to wear it during activities that trigger your symptoms.,context:If your job or favorite hobby puts strain on your hands and wrists, you might wond...
<human>: Why should you avoid certain motions to help prevent carpal tunnel syndrome? <bot>: For example, if you have a task that you always do with your right hand, do it with your left instead. Or, mix up your tasks as much as you can to give your muscles a break. You might also be able to trade off with co-workers ...
<human>: Is there a way to tell good carbs from bad carbs for people with diabetes? <bot>: The glycemic index gives you a way to tell slower-acting "good carbs" from the faster "bad carbs." You can use it to fine-tune your carb-counting and help keep your blood sugar more steady.,context:Some foods can make your blood...
<human>: Where can I find glycemic index numbers for foods? <bot>: 55 or less = Low (good) 56- 69 = Medium 70 or higher = High (bad) Look for the glycemic index on the labels of packaged foods. You can also find glycemic index lists for common foods on the Internet. Harvard University has one with more than 100. Or as...
<human>: What should you eat to have low glycemic load? <bot>: For a diet with a lower glycemic load, eat: More whole grains, nuts, legumes, fruits, vegetables without starch, and other foods with a low glycemic index Fewer foods with a high glycemic index, like potatoes, white rice, and white bread Less of sugary foo...
<human>: How can ripeness of foods change their glycemic index? <bot>: The glycemic index of fruits like bananas goes up as they ripen.,context:Some foods can make your blood sugar shoot up very fast. That's because carbohydrates like refined sugars and bread are easier for your body to change into glucose, the sugar ...
<human>: Where can you find the glycemic index? <bot>: 55 or less = Low (good) 56- 69 = Medium 70 or higher = High (bad) Look for the glycemic index on the labels of packaged foods. You can also find glycemic index lists for common foods on the Internet. Harvard University has one with more than 100. Or ask your dieti...
<human>: Is there a pattern in glycemic index numbers of food? <bot>: Foods that are close to how they're found in nature tend to have a lower glycemic index than refined and processed foods.,context:Some foods can make your blood sugar shoot up very fast. That's because carbohydrates like refined sugars and bread are...
<human>: Is there anything that I need to consider other than glycemic index when making dietary choices for diabetes? <bot>: The glycemic index shouldn't be the only thing you consider when making choices about what to eat. The fact a food has a low glycemic index doesn't mean it's super-healthy, or that you should e...
<human>: Do glycemic index numbers of food affect every person's body the same? <bot>: It gives you an idea about how fast your body converts the carbs in a food into glucose. If you have a diabetes complication called gastroparesis, which delays your stomach from emptying, your body will absorb food much more slowly....