Diabetes Type I

Diabetes is a disease in which your blood glucose, or blood sugar, levels are too high. Glucose is vital to your health because it’s an important source of energy for the cells that make up your muscles and tissues. The underlying cause of diabetes varies by type. This week in the first installment of our All about Diabetes three-part series, learn more about what type 1 diabetes is, what causes type 1 diabetes, the symptoms and risks factors, and some statistics about type 1 diabete.

References

• https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/basics/type1.html
• https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/basics/what-is-type-1-diabetes.html
• https://www.diabetes.org/diabetes/type-1 

Type 1 Diabetes Statistics

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Physiology of Athletes

The performance of an athlete can be improved by understanding the physiology and effect of exercises on various body parts of the athlete. As the 2021 Summer Olympic games conclude, this week, learn more about the physiology of athletes, specifically the physiology of an aerobic and anaerobic athlete and which Olympic sports fall into the two categories!

References

• https://www.powerdot.com/blogs/training/the-physiology-of-anaerobic-and-aerobic-athletes 
• https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5329739/
• https://journals.lww.com/nsca-jscr/fulltext/2009/05000/maximal_anaerobic_power_test_in_athletes_of.9.aspx

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Alzheimer’s Disease: Stages, THerapy, Treatment

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia, a general term for memory loss and other cognitive abilities serious enough to interfere with daily life. This week in the second and final installment of our Alzheimer’s disease two-part series, learn more about the stages of Alzheimer’s disease as well as available therapies and treatments!

References

• https://www.webmd.com/alzheimers/guide/alzheimers-disease-stages
• https://www.webmd.com/alzheimers/guide/alzheimers-disease-therapy-options
• https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/treatments

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What is Alzheimer’s disease?

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia, a general term for memory loss and other cognitive abilities serious enough to interfere with daily life. This week in the first installment of our Alzheimer’s disease two-part series, we will be sharing important facts about Alzheimer’s disease including key statistics, risk factors, and symptoms!

References

• https://www.cdc.gov/aging/aginginfo/alzheimers.htm

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Effects of Alcohol: Long Term Effects of Alcohol

Alcohol is one of the most widely used recreational drugs in the world—about 33% of all humans currently drink alcohol. An alcoholic drink contains ethanol, a type of alcohol produced by fermentation of grains, fruits, or other sources of sugar. Though alcohol in low doses reduces anxiety and creates euphoric sensations, in higher doses, it can cause drunkenness, stupor, and even death. This week in the final installment of our Effects of Alcohol three-part series, learn more about Alcohol Use Disorder and the long-term effects of drinking on the body!

References

• https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/alcohols-effects-health/alcohol-use-disorder
• https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/alcohols-effects-health/alcohols-effects-body

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Effects of Alcohol: Conditions Caused by Alcohol Intoxication

Alcohol is one of the most widely used recreational drugs in the world, and about 33% of all humans currently drink alcohol. An alcoholic drink is a drink that contains ethanol, a type of alcohol produced by fermentation of grains, fruits, or other sources of sugar. Though alcohol in low doses can cause euphoria and reduces anxiety, in higher doses, it can cause drunkenness, stupor or death. This week in the second installment of our Effects of Alcohol three-part series, learn more about risking drinking, blackouts, alcohol poisoning, and hangovers!

References

• https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/publications/brochures-and-fact-sheets/risky-drinking-can-put-chill-on-your-summer-fun
• https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/publications/brochures-and-fact-sheets/interrupted-memories-alcohol-induced-blackouts
• https://www.healthline.com/health/alcohol-intoxication
• https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/publications/brochures-and-fact-sheets/understanding-dangers-of-alcohol-overdose
• https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/publications/brochures-and-fact-sheets/hangovers

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Alcohol: Stages of Alcohol Intoxication

Alcohol is one of the most widely used recreational drugs in the world, and about 33% of all humans currently drink alcohol. An alcoholic drink is a drink that contains ethanol, a type of alcohol produced by fermentation of grains, fruits, or other sources of sugar. Though alcohol in low doses can cause euphoria and reduces anxiety, in higher doses, it can cause drunkenness, stupor or death. This week in the first installment of our Effects of Alcohol three-part series, learn more about the different Stages of Alcohol Intoxication and factors that affect Blood Alcohol Content (BAC).

References

• https://www.healthline.com/health/alcohol-intoxication

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Caffeine’s Impact on the Body

Caffeine is most commonly known to be in coffee but can also be found in everyday foods and drinks. Caffeine is used to restore mental alertness or wakefulness during fatigue or drowsiness. Though caffeine is a quick and easy way to stay alert, there are many effects. This week learn about what caffeine is, some short term effects, some long term effects, and some recommendations!

References

• https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/what-is-caffeine#mood-brain-function 
• https://www.healthline.com/health/caffeine-effects-on-body
• https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/caffeine  
• https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/what-is-caffeine#benefits-of-coffee

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