scholarly journals Low glycaemic index diet in patients prescribed clozapine: pilot study

2004 ◽  
Vol 28 (8) ◽  
pp. 292-294 ◽  
Author(s):  
Helen Smith ◽  
Tom White
Keyword(s):  
Blood Glucose ◽  
Pilot Study ◽  
Glycaemic Index ◽  
Clinical Implications ◽  
Random Blood Glucose ◽  
Glucose Levels ◽  
Cholesterol Levels ◽  
Blood Glucose Levels ◽  
Potential Benefits ◽  
The Mean

Aims and MethodThis study aimed to investigate the potential benefits of a low glycaemic index diet in patients with schizophrenia taking clozapine. Seven patients consented to participate in a 5-week pilot study. Measurements were taken of body weight, random blood glucose and cholesterol levels.ResultsThe mean weight loss per patient was 2.9 kg in 4 weeks. Random blood glucose levels reduced from a mean of 5.3 mmol/l at the beginning of the study to 4.7 mmol/l at the end.Clinical ImplicationsA low glycaemic index diet may possibly reduce the substantial cardiovascular risk in patients receiving antipsychotic medication.

scholarly journals STROKE OUTCOMES IN NON-DIABETIC, DENOVO DIABETIC AND DIABETIC INDIAN PATIENTS MEASURED BY MODIFIED RANKIN SCALE: AN OBSERVATIONAL STUDY

2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (8) ◽  
pp. 94
Author(s):  
Syed Junaid Ahmed ◽  
Abdur Rahman Mohd Masood ◽  
Safiya Sumana ◽  
Khadeer Ahmed Ghori ◽  
Javed Akhtar Ansari ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Glucose ◽  
Observational Study ◽  
Hospital Admission ◽  
Acute Stroke ◽  
Mean Difference ◽  
Modified Rankin Scale ◽  
Stroke Patients ◽  
Glucose Levels ◽  
Blood Glucose Levels ◽  
The Mean

Objective: Hyperglycemia is a known risk factor which adversely impacts the outcomes in stroke patients compared to patients with normal blood glucose levels. Patients suffering from an acute stroke who are previously nonhyperglycemic may show elevated blood glucose levels. The present study was designed to measure the outcomes in denovo diabetic and diabetic stroke patients compared to nondiabetics.Methods: A prospective observational study over a period of 6 mo, in which 103 patients were divided into three cohorts based on their blood glucose levels (nondiabetic, denovo diabetic and diabetics). The modified Rankin scale (mRS) score was calculated at in-hospital admission and discharge in these three cohorts. The initial and final scores were correlated and mean differences with respect to outcomes between all the three cohorts was calculated.Results: The mean mRS at the time of hospital admission in diabetics and nondiabetics was 3.6±0.81 and 3.3±0.78 which decreased to 2.8±0.95 and 2.9±0.83 respectively at the time of discharge. The mean mRS score in denovo diabetic stroke patients during in-hospital admission was 4±0.81 which was calculated as 3.7±0.85 at the time of discharge. The mean difference in mRS score in diabetics vs non-diabetics was found to be 0.73±0.8 (p =<0.001). The mean difference in mRS score of denovo diabetics vs non-diabetics and denovo diabetics vs diabetics was 0.30±0.63 and 0.38±0.61 respectively (p = 0.1).Conclusion: Results of these observational study in Indian patients, highlights the need for controlling hyperglycemia in stroke patients to improve outcomes and to prevent mortality arising out of acute stroke attacks.

scholarly journals Status kesehatan dan asupan mikronutrien vegetarian dan nonvegetarian di Bali

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (4) ◽  
pp. 157
Author(s):  
Ni Ketut Sutiari ◽  
Ali Khomsan ◽  
Hadi Riyadi ◽  
Faisal Anwar ◽  
Desak Putu Yuli Kurniati ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Glucose ◽  
Fasting Blood Glucose ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Glucose Levels ◽  
Blood Glucose Levels ◽  
Micronutrient Intake ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Vegetarian Diets ◽  
Sugar Levels

Health status and micronutrient intake among vegetarian and non-vegetarian in BaliBackground: Several studies have reported that vegetarian diets have health benefits for those adopting the diets.Objective: This study aimed to compare anemia status and micronutrient intake between vegetarians and non-vegetarians in Bali.Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted in Bali. A total of 240 samples consisting of 160 vegetarians and 80 non-vegetarians were randomly selected. Hemoglobin (Hb) and fasting blood sugar levels were measured using the cyanmethemoglobin method and enzymatic colorimetric, respectively. Meanwhile, the data on micronutrient intakes were collected by interviews using the semi-quantitative food frequency questionnaire (SQFFQ). The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, and the Mann-Whitney test was performed to analyze the differences.Results: The study’s results showed that the mean Hb levels in the vegetarian group were significantly lower than non-vegetarians (p=0.002; p<0.05), and the anemia status in vegetarian women were higher (22.5%) than non-vegetarian women (2.5%). The mean fasting blood glucose level in non-vegetarians was significantly higher than in the vegetarian group (p=0.000; p<0.05). There were no differences in zinc (Zn) intake between vegetarians and non-vegetarians, but there were significant differences (p<0.05) in vitamin C, vitamin D, vitamin B12, folic acid, magnesium (Mg), calcium (Ca), and iron (Fe) intakes.Conclusions: There were differences in anemia status and fasting blood glucose levels between vegetarians and non-vegetarians. The fasting blood glucose levels of non-vegetarians were higher than vegetarians, and there were differences in the intake of certain micronutrients between vegetarians and non-vegetarians.

scholarly journals GAMBARAN GLUKOSA DARAH DAN KOLESTEROL PADA PEDAGANG DI OBYEK WISATA SANGEH KECAMATAN ABIANSEMAL KABUPATEN BADUNG

2017 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ida Arjani
Keyword(s):  
Blood Glucose ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Tourist Attraction ◽  
Glucose Levels ◽  
Female Sex ◽  
Cholesterol Levels ◽  
Blood Glucose Levels ◽  
Study Population ◽  
Age Range ◽  
Sufficient Concentration

Bacground The level of glucose in the blood must be kept in a sufficient concentration to provide nutrition for body organs. But on the contrary, the concentration of glucose that is too high can have a negative impact as osmotic diuresis and cellsdehydration. Therefore, blood glucose should be maintained in a constant concentration. Objective The purpose of this study is to describe the levels of blood glucose and cholesterol in traders at Sangeh tourist attraction, Abiansema, District of Badung. Methods This study is a descriptive study. Population of this research was all traders at Sangeh Tourist attraction or about 132 traders. 50 sample was selected by random sampling. Results showed blood glucose levels at any of the 50 samples, 84% normal and 16% higher. Blood glucose levels> 140 mg / dL by age group most in the age range 55 years and over is 12%, the blood glucose levels 140 mg / dL by gender be obtained at most in the female sex is as much as 10%. Test results cholesterol levels of 50 samples of 24% normal and 76% high cholesterol levels> 200 mg / dL based on age in range 55 years and over 36% whereas cholesterol levels 200 mg / dL highs also in the female sex is as much as 60%. Keywords : Blood glucose, cholesterol, traders

scholarly journals Effect of glucose on reduced glutathione level in Malay uncomplicated type 2 diabetes patients

2021 ◽  
pp. 13
Author(s):  
Subandrate ◽  
Raafqi Ranasasmita
Keyword(s):  
Type 2 Diabetes ◽  
Blood Glucose ◽  
Free Radical ◽  
Reduced Glutathione ◽  
Normal Subjects ◽  
Random Blood Glucose ◽  
Glucose Levels ◽  
Blood Glucose Levels ◽  
Diabetes Patients

Background: Increasing blood sugar level may increase free radical compounds in type 2 diabetes. Free radical compounds can cause oxidative stress, thereby decreasing endogenous antioxidants such as reduced glutathione (GSH). Objective: This study aimed to determine whether random blood glucose levels affect GSH in type 2 diabetes patients within the Malay race. Methods: This study was observational with case-control, involving 25 patients with uncomplicated type 2 diabetes (receiving metformin and/or glimipiride) and 25 healthy controls. Random blood glucose levels were determined using ACCU-CHECK® Kit. Blood GSH levels were determined by Sigma GSH Assay Kit. Results: Results show that type 2 diabetes patients have a significantly lower random blood glucose level compared with those of age-matched normal subjects (p<0.0001). Type 2 diabetic patients had significantly lower levels of GSH (p=0.00) than those of age-matched normal subjects. We found a moderate negative correlation (r=-0.437 and p=0.02) between the level of random blood glucose and the level of GSH. Conclusion: The depletion of GSH during hyperglycemia may neutralize the free radicals indirectly generated by the abundant of glucose.  

scholarly journals Impact of sleep duration during pregnancy on the risk of gestational diabetes in the Japan environmental and Children’s study (JECS)

2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mai Myoga ◽  
◽  
Mayumi Tsuji ◽  
Rie Tanaka ◽  
Eiji Shibata ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Risk Factor ◽  
Blood Glucose ◽  
Gestational Diabetes ◽  
Sleep Duration ◽  
Reference Group ◽  
Oral Glucose ◽  
Random Blood Glucose ◽  
Glucose Levels ◽  
Blood Glucose Levels

Abstract Background Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) has serious effects on both mother and child. Like Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, it is increasing in prevalence world-wide. In addition to obesity, sleep duration has been named an important risk factor. Using a large cohort study, including data from 48,787 participants of the Japan Environment and Children’s Study (JECS), we examined the association between sleep duration and both random blood glucose levels and GDM rates during pregnancy. Methods Random blood glucose levels were measured during pregnancy. GDM diagnosis was based on the results of 75 g oral glucose tolerance test. Additional anthropometric data was collected from questionnaires for statistical analysis. Results Compared to mothers averaging 7 to < 10 h sleep (reference group), women receiving < 5 h or ≥ 10 h sleep exhibited significantly elevated random blood glucose levels. This was associated with an elevated risk for positive GDM screening (< 5 h sleep: OR 1.17 (0.96–1.44) p = 0.126; ≥10 h sleep: OR 1.13 (1.03–1.25) p = 0.006). Calculating the risk for GDM, women sleeping < 5 h or ≥ 10 h exhibited elevated risks of 1.31-fold and 1.21 respectively. However, this trend was not found to be significant. Conclusions Sleep is a critical factor in glucose metabolism, with both abnormally long and short sleep duration increasing random blood glucose levels in pregnant women. Moreover, the risk for positive GDM screening increases significantly with elevated sleep, ≥10 h per night. These findings are promising because they support the idea that sleep duration is a modifiable risk factor, and can be focused upon to improve health and pregnancy outcome.

scholarly journals Whole body vibration and blood glucose levels in elderly people: a pilot study

2017 ◽  
Vol 27 (4) ◽  
pp. 27604
Author(s):  
Maria das Graças Bastos Licurci ◽  
Alessandra De Almeida Fagundes ◽  
Emilia Angela Lo Schiavo Arisawa
Keyword(s):  
Blood Glucose ◽  
Pilot Study ◽  
Respiratory Rate ◽  
Elderly People ◽  
Whole Body Vibration ◽  
Wilcoxon Test ◽  
Whole Body ◽  
Body Vibration ◽  
Glucose Levels ◽  
Blood Glucose Levels

***Whole body vibration and blood glucose levels in elderly people: a pilot study***AIMS: To evaluate the effect of whole-body vibration therapy on blood glucose levels of elderly people using a vibratory platform.METHODS: The study included volunteers of both genders, aged between 60 and 75 years, without gait disorders or motor disabilities. Individuals with systemic disease, obesity, conflicting treatments, tobacco users, and those who could not understand the maneuvers were excluded. The study consisted of a single session of whole-body vibration. Heart rate, respiratory rate, arterial blood pressure, and blood glucose were obtained for each participant at baseline, immediately before the procedure. Volunteers were then placed in the standing position on the ground of an oscillating platform and treated for 10 min with a frequency of vibration set at 20 Hz (displacement  ±6 mm; orbital vibration). Immediately after the whole-body vibration session, all data were collected again. Comparisons were made between baseline and post-treatment data. Normality was tested by Kolmogorov-Smirnov test. Data were analyzed using paired Student’s t-test or Wilcoxon test as appropriate. The level of significance was set at p<0.05.RESULTS: Eleven participants (seven men, four women) participated of the study. The mean age was 64.18±4.37 years. The results showed a significant decrease in the glycemic indexes (p=0.016) and an increase in the respiratory rate (p=0.047) after the whole-body vibration session.CONCLUSIONS: Healthy elderly subjected for 10 minutes to whole-body vibration set at 20 Hz presented reduction of blood glucose levels and increasing of respiratory rate.

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