A sugary drink a day ups diabetes risk

From http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/health-fitness/health/A-sugary-drink-a-day-ups-diabetes-risk/articleshow/19724160.cms

A new study has suggested that drinking one (or one extra) 12oz serving size of sugar-sweetenedsoft drink a day can be enough to increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 22 per cent. 

The research was conducted by Dr Dora Romaguera, Dr Petra Wark and Dr Teresa Norat, Imperial College London, UK, and colleagues and comes from data in the InterAct consortium. 

The researchers used data on consumption ofjuices and nectars, sugar-sweetened soft drinks and artificially sweetened soft drinks collected across eight European cohorts participating in the European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and Nutrition (EPIC study; UK, Germany, Denmark, Italy, Spain, Sweden, France, Italy, Netherlands), covering some 350,000 participants. 

As part of the InterAct project, the researchers did a study which included 12,403 type 2 diabetes cases and a random sub-cohort of 16,154 identified within EPIC. The researchers found that, after adjusting for confounding factors, consumption of one 12oz (336ml) serving size of sugar-sweetened soft drink per day increased the risk of type 2 diabetes by 22 per cent. 

This increased risk fell slightly to 18 per cent when total energy intake and body-mass index (BMI) were accounted for (both factors that are thought to mediate the association between sugar-sweetened soft drink consumption and diabetes incidence). This could indicate that the effect of sugar-sweetened soft drink on diabetes goes beyond its effect on body weight. 

The authors also observed a statistically significant increase in type 2 diabetes incidence related to artificially sweetened soft drink consumption, however this significant association disappeared after taking into account the BMI of participants; this probably indicates that the association was not causal but driven by the weight of participants. 

Pure fruit juice and nectar consumption was not significantly associated with diabetes incidence, however it was not possible using the data available to study separately the effect of 100 per cent pure juices from those with added sugars. 

The researchers said the increased risk of diabetes among sugar-sweetened soft drink consumers in Europe is similar to that found in a meta-analysis of previous studies conducted mostly inNorth America (that found a 25 percent increased risk of type 2 diabetes associated with one 12 oz daily increment of sugar-sweetened beverage consumption). 

The research is published in Diabetologia (the journal of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes).

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Education Not Legislation

Fromhttp://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2013/03/11/soda-ban-new-york-city/1979653/

Mayor Michael Bloomberg wants to limit New Yorkers' sugar consumption and calls it "portion control" not a ban.

Talk about a sugar high.
New York City's soft drink sellers celebrated a sweet victory Monday when Mayor Michael Bloomberg's controversial ban on large-size sugary beverages was overturned by a New York state judge.
"We're excited. We're happy," said Russell Levinson, general manager of Movieworld in Queens. He said he is relieved that, at least for now, the theater doesn't have to ditch the four drink sizes that would have been banned under the new regulations.
The size limit had been set to take effect Tuesday.
On Monday afternoon, New York Supreme Court Judge Milton Tingling ruled that the city health board didn't have the authority to limit or ban a legal item under the guise of "controlling a chronic disease."
"The Board of Health may supervise and regulate the food supply of the city when it affects public health," and can do so when the city "is facing imminent danger due to disease," but that was not proven in this case, Tingling said in his written decision.

The limit put a 16-ounce cap on sweetened bottled drinks and fountain beverages sold at city restaurants, delis, movie theaters, sports venues and street carts.
The size limit applied to beverages with more than 25 calories per 8 ounces. It didn't include 100% juice drinks or beverages with more than 50% milk.
"We are elated with today's decision," the National Association of Theatre Owners said in a written statement. "This issue was never about obesity, nor about soda. This was all about power. The court rejected the mayor's attempt to unilaterally tell New Yorkers what to drink."
At a news conference Monday evening, Bloomberg said he disagreed with the court decision and that the city would appeal. With a rising number of overweight and obese people, he said, "it is reasonable and responsible to draw a line."

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HEF Offers Solution To The Universal Costs of Obestity Upon Release of NYS Comptroller's Report

From http://www.newyorkcitizenone.com/index.php?start=50

Domo Arigato Albany

Written by New York Citizen One

Saturday, February 02, 2013 13:22

On Thursday evening, I ventured over to the Delaware Community School for a presentation on the importance of making correct choices from the Hydration Education Foundation. The audience were ages 5 to 12 year olds who were participating in the City of Albany's Recreation Department's Karate classes. Once again, I didn't get what I had anticipated. I met Shihan Butler outside of the school with snow spitting at us in the dark...there were no children two minutes before "go time." Shihan assured me that within minutes, the gym would be filled with 25 children...and he was correct. Jon Salkin prepared his hydration lessons and certificate for his short presentation at the end of class while I marvelled at the lessons learned by the karate students. When I first met Shihan Butler, I was surprised that he introduced himself as "Tony" as Mr. D'Antonio had always referred to him as "Shihan." Sure, I thought it an odd name for a man but who am I to question names. Tony never flinched...finally, with some patience, I googled "Shihan Butler" and discovered that "Shihan" = "Master." Shihan Butler is a Fifth Degree black belt who not only influences the lives of over 350 Albany students through the recreation department, he has a Dojo of his own! Learn about his Dojo here...I'll wait. The room filled with students who lined up silently at "attention" on the mid-line of the gymnasium. Shihan Butler and I chatted while the two instructors warmed up the students. The students worked through but kept a watchful eye on Shihan as he explained to me that they weren't used the Shihan's presence in their class. Without warning, Shihan strode to the front of the room...I had images of Yul Brynner, from the King and I, as awed respect fell upon the students who had been directed to sit. "We all have choices," Shihan tells his entranced students,"you make choices every day...you learn about stances, spirit and understanding...don't look at someone else and copy what they do...make your choice to be your own best in everything you do." Then, he points at a girl who seemed to be about 10 years old, she wore a purple belt, "you, up." The girl jumped to her feet and she was directed to demonstrate her moves for him. (I learned later that it wasn't my hearing that was bad...he was instructing in Japanese...an added benefit of participating in these classes.) The girl moved through her presentation with minimal sharpness, which I gathered was of major importance in karate. Shihan critiquest the performance as lacking...but encourages more practice. A group of five "colored" belts is selected to demonstrate...and, upon completion a silent Shihan asks, "Why don't you give me your best? If you fail in anything, at least you will know that you did your best. My colored belts are supposed to be leading by example!" (I must say, they were not impressive and I don't know what I'm looking at." Shihan explained the importance of fully committing to whatever they do in life and asked each how often they practiced their lessons at home...most answered "once or twice" but one brave soul answer, "I don't." Shihan Butler smiled and thanked him for his honesty with a sincerity that will ensure that young man will never give that answer again. The class listend as pearls of ancient wisdom were delivered to them...be true to yourself, take pride in yourself and maintain the dignity deserving of yourself...learn for yourself because you must be the best you can possibly be. Never, in any modern day class, have I seen any lesson as inspired and captivating as this simple hour filled with karate and hydration. After the life lessons were learned and the importance of "choice" inserted into each young mind, Shihan Butler handed the class to Jon Salkin of the Hydration Education Foundation. With open minds, the students learned the importance of hydrating their bodies with water rather than sodas or chocolate milk or the nasty energy drinks. While I'm sure I'll be just as impressed wtih other programs and classes I'm observing, Shihan Butler and his Karate classes have set the bar high. Not only do the lessons learned amount to much more than Karate, the parents of the children are welcome to join in the weekly lessons along with the student. One parent worked his stances right along with his child, his wife will be joining in next week and a sister too young for the program jumped in to participate in whatever she could. Shihan Butler, and the Parks and Recreation Department, is not only teaching karate, they are inspiring change, they are igniting pride in self and community, they are re-establishing dignity in Albany...and I say Domo Arigato, Shihan Butler.

 

 From http://www.newyorkcitizenone.com/index.php/component/content/article/84/8583?sectionid=18

 HEF Offers Solution To The Universal Costs of Obestity Upon Release of NYS Comptroller's Report

On October 24^th, New York State Comptroller, Tom DiNapoli, released a report which cites obesity and, in particular, childhood obesity, as an important factor in the burgeoning health care costs to New York’s employers, consumers and taxpayers. DiNapoli reports that “the total obesity-related costs in New York State are estimated at more than $11.8 billion annually. Some $4.3 billion of such expenditures are funded by Medicaid, with roughly half of that cost paid by New Yorkers’ State and local taxes. Another $7.5 billion of obesity-related costs are paid by Medicare, employers’ and workers’ health-insurance premiums, and uninsured individuals.”

 

The Report goes on to state that the medical costs that are attributable to overweight status and obesity totaled $327 million in 2011. This figure reflects Department of Health estimates of the number of obese and overweight individuals and Medical Expenditure Panel Survey data on per-child medical costs attributable to obesity.

Jon Salkin, founder of the Hydration Education Foundation, “Gulpwater,” offers a simple solution to this complex health problem and it doesn’t limit consumer choices or cost them a dime. Salkin’s solution? “Gulpwater.” The Hydration Education Foundation was established in 2011 to help spread the hydration message to children, parents, seniors and all citizens interested in developing a healthier community while decreasing the costs associated with the alternative. Salkin’s Foundation offers lesson plans and other fun ways to initiate good hydration habits in our youth as well as programs to modify behavior in citizens of all ages to reach for a glass of good, clean water before reaching for a glass of soda.

 

The US Department of Agriculture has designated Hydration Education Foundation, Inc. as an Official Community Partner. The IRS recently granted it 501(c)3 public charity status as a not-for-profit. Request free lesson plans or make a tax-deductible donation at www.gulpwater.org. Follow them on Twitter @gulpwater or at the Gulpwater Blog.

Hydrate Before and While Swimmimg.

 


From: http://espn.go.com/espnw/athletes-life/8873106/summer-run-practice-your-hydration-plan-race-day

A lot of people think that because you're in the pool, surrounded by water, it's not important to hydrate. We were sweating in there, more than we ever realized because we were working so hard without getting out of the pool.

Don't just rely on your senses. Hydration is tricky; it can fool you. Do everything you can to avoid being reactionary. Make sure you drink before you start feeling the effects of dehydration. By the time you feel thirsty or get that mild headache, your body is already depleted. Get ahead of the game by drinking water in the morning as soon as you wake up and throughout the day. Stay hydrated all the time and you'll be fueling your body for all your workouts.

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Hydration Protocol

 

We invite you to create your own protocol to track your families daily hydration which will demonstrate the positive results from healthy hydration.

It's easy and fun. Simply record how many glasses of water each family member drinks daily and also record your weight and you will soon see a trend as the water hydration increases (replacing sugar based drinks). Your weight will soon decrease. This is because your calorie intake will decrease. Drinking water before you eat each meal or snack will also make you feel fuller faster and will reduce your caloric intake.

Please feel free to send us your results and protocol forms and we will highlight them here to help our many parents and students in their daily quest toward continued healthy hydration.

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Hydration Calculator

Bottled water is an excellent choice for hydration for those who enjoy its refreshing taste and consistent high quality and safety, and for consumers wishing to avoid or moderate calories, caffeine, sugar, artificial colorings or other additives.
The amount of water you need to be adequately hydrated varies depending on your temperature, weight, level and duration of exercise, and many other factors. We offer this handy hydration calculator that will calculate a recommended water intake guideline that is tailored to your individual need.
Remember, this is only an estimate.

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