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Individuals with diabetes are at a higher risk of developing heart disease, especially individuals with type 2 diabetes. The risk of stroke is also twice as high in these people. This means lifestyle disorders like diabetes can no longer be overlooked and appropriate steps should be taken to keep the blood sugar levels in check. A good place to start is diet- this blog will talk about some of the best foods to manage diabetes, which can help ward off health complications which individuals with high blood glucose levels are at an increased risk of. Here’s what a diabetic’s diet looks like: 1.       Foods that are great sources of carbohydrates, such as vegetables, fruits, whole grains like oats and brown rice, nonfat or low fat dairy, such as milk, unsweetened yogurt and cheese. 2.       A lower intake of red and processed meat. Some good alternatives could be eggs, fish (salmon, tuna- contains the heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids), unsalted nuts, chicken, and beans and lentils.

Chest pain is perhaps the most common heart attack (myocardial infarction- MI) symptom, but it isn’t the only one sign indicating MI, especially for women. They may not experience the obvious symptoms, and are more likely to experience more nuanced symptoms that are often mistaken for other conditions. Unfortunately, women are much more likely to die following MI than their male counterparts. This can be attributed to their ignoring their symptoms or waiting too long to take action (seek medical help). Receiving swift medical attention is crucial for a heart attack victim’s survival. Outlining MI signs that women especially should watch for so that they can take timely action: Unusual fatigue - It’s okay to feel exhausted after heavy exercise, which is quite normal. But if you are feeling tired when you are just resting or sitting, or something like taking stairs is tiring you, this may be indicative of something more troublesome going on in your ticker. Experiencing heaviness