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Workout subscription apps are one way to exercise without going to the gym, but if what you need most is motivation, these diet and fitness apps will help keep you on track.

Expert AdviceClassPass Instructors Answer Our Top 11 Fitness QuestionsLosing weight, meeting specific exercise goals, and just generally staying healthy can be difficult and even tediousespecially if youre opting to track your food intake and workout regimen. Luckily, there are now dozens of diet and fitness apps out there that can make the process just a little more enjoyable.

Weve rounded up an array of the best diet and fitness tracking apps that use different incentives to spur you to start moving and eating better. Whether youre motivated by donating to charity, getting personal coaching, or by your communitytheres an app that will have you hitting the gym (or working out in your own home).

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This app was recommended to me by my nutritionist and Ive found it to be super helpful. It allows you to enter in a product or scan a barcode on a food package to find out the health details about it. It will mark things that have too much sugar, corn syrup, trans fats, and other negative ingredients and then it will provide you with a healthier alternative. While basic features are free, premium features will cost you $3.99 per month. Still way cheaper than a gym membership.

Not only does this app help you track calories and activity, it turns things into little games so that the process of losing weight is a little less daunting. It also remembers what your favorite activities and meals are so that its super easy to put them in the next time. As with Fooducate, there are both free and premium service tiers; the latter is $9.99 per month.

Like all of the other apps, this one allows you to conveniently log your calories and workouts, but what sets it apart is its ability to recommend food. You can go to the app when youre hungry and it will give you a suggestion based on your recommended daily calories and what youve consumed that day. This app offers three different tiers: 1 month for $9.99, 6 months for $29.99, or 1 year for $44.99, but you also get access to the free companion tool on LiveStrong.com, which includes more features like workout videos and meal plans.

If youre struggling to find motivation, this might be the app for you. It allows you to choose a charity and then earn money by logging miles through an exercise of your choosing. The money either comes from a corporate sponsorship poolor you can get your own friends and family to sponsor you. Its free to use, too.

This app is cool because, in addition to counting calories and activities, you can snap a picture of your meal to figure out if youre hitting the correct portion sizes and daily food intake. This is based on studies that show that taking photos of your food may help you mentally log everything youve eaten a little better than just writing it down. A Premium membership is $39.99 per month.

If your motivating factor is accountability, this (unfortunately named) app checks off that box. It allows you to track your exercise and calorie intake, but it also has some great extras: a community chat feature, and the ability to share your logged health profile with your chosen healthcare professionals. And its free!

This one does cost more ($59 per month or $199 per year), but it has glowing reviews and takes a psychology-based approach to help you figure out what may trigger your unhealthy habits. Based on the details you provide, youll receive a custom plan and personalized coaching to help you form healthier habits and stick to your goals.

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High in protein and low on fats, makhana is an ideal snack for everyone from diabetics to those trying to lose weight!

Makhana, also known as fox nuts or lotus seeds, are a favourite crunchy snack in most Indian households. It is usually brought out during fasting days such as on Navratri; but should be consumed on a regular basis to reap its many health benefits.

The crispy treats are a delight to be had in-between meals. Its just the perfect health snack that marries great taste. Rich in protein and low on fats, its ideal for everybody from diabetics to people working on weight loss.

Need more reasons to bring them into your snacking routine?

Here are six reasons why you must include this superfood in your everyday routine:

Any food that can help shed extra kilos is good food. A cup of makhana contains about 83 calories, which is negligent if you want to binge eat in-between meals. Additionally, the protein in it tends to keep you fuller for long; and avoids you to overeat at meal-time. They also have negligible saturated fat content, making it a healthy food for the body.

Makhana is choco-full of antioxidants called kaempferol that fight against inflammation and harmful free radicals in the body. Which in turn slows down the ageing process, meaning it fights hair loss, greying hair and wrinkled skin.

Uber rich in minerals like magnesium and potassium, makhana is said to maintain heartbeat, control blood pressure and sustain cardiac health. It is also a rich source of folate a key vitamin which plays an important role in guarding heart health.

Makhana have a low glycemic index, and a fair amount of carbohydrates. A small portion of roasted makhana can easily be included in a diabetic diet. However, if youre on insulin, you must consult the doctor before making it a part of your diet since it has the tendency to reduce sugar levels.

If youre a vegetarian, you could include makhana in your daily diet for a good dose of protein. A cup of makhana consists of 3.9 grams of protein, which is great for building muscle mass and promoting cell growth. Its a plant-based protein, so ideal for vegans too.

The high fibre content of makhanas help in the bowel movement. So, if you grapple with constipation or indigestion, this superfood is a must-have. Theyre also gluten-free; so theres no scope of a problem arising in case youre gluten-intolerant.

You could stock up on makhanas in various flavours such as salt and pepper, sour cream and onion and even the spicy piri-piri so you dont get bored of them!

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Sports journalist and Media Personality Carol Radull has opened up on the difficult times she went through after losing her brother to Hodgkin's disease, a type of blood cancer and her dad to Prostate cancer.

Speaking to Betty Kyallo on Weekend with Betty, Carol revealed that they had moved from Botswana to Kenya when his younger brother who was fifteen years old was diagnosed with the disease. Her father had moved from Angola after a war broke out there and they were trying to settle down in Kenya.

She went on to disclose that the financial strain made them almost go broke and drained them as a family. It was a hard time for her because her brother died seven months later when she was in form four and it affected her immensely.

It was hard we were teens he was 14, i was 15, it was seven months from the time he was diagnosed to the time he passed away. So by the time you are breathing to think how we gonna deal with it, its over So you are like no one dies in my family, and I was in form four by the time he died and it messed up my education. It was hard. And then my mum took it hard the hardest because she is the one who had to stay up with him at night ,hes throwing up hes not eating he lost weight he was already a slim child, he lost his weight lost his hair you know all these things that happen when you have cancer" Said Carol.

Losing dad to Prostate Cancer

Ms Radull further revealed that she lost her dad to Prostate cancer years later after he battled with it for ten years.

"His was slightly better in that it was caught early he got the surgery, the radio therapy made us all broke again. Oh I have friends who came through for me even Radio Africa came through for me, they said any money the staff raise, the company doubles, so the company matched." added the radio presenter.

Losing her close family members made her get involved in Charity Organisations including one dubbed Hope for Cancer kids.

Losing the other brother

The Kiss FM radio Presenter, confessed that her mother and sister were close because they were the only family she had left after her other brother was stabbed by a thug and died.

I Lost my brother about 20 years ago, he got stabbed in some thug fight, some thug stabbed him punctured his spleen, he had surgery, it was in 1998, 22 years ago" revealed Carol.

Radio Career

Ms Radull revealed that she has been on Radio for more than 20 years, worked for BBC, Reuters, and also Mohammed Amin. Her Journey began as Business Journalist on the print desk covering stock market as well as Hard news.

Her love for sports developed when she was in school because she played almost every sport.

Dating life

After separating ways with her ex husband, Caroll revealed that she was dating but could not tell if she was going to be married again because the man had not asked for her hand in marriage yet. She disclosed that she had learned a lot from her previous marriage stating that after divorce one doesn't jump easily into marriage again.

I am dating not that its anybodys business and no Im not dating that guy who wanted us to share my salary, I asked him to go find somebody else. I can share my salary with the right person. I think all those women who believe its a mans role to don everything financially in the house, for me thats nonsense, in this day and age we both work, we have to help each other"

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The results of a new study indicate that some heartburn medications may cause the growth of bacteria that are resistant to antibiotics. The information comes from 12 prior studies.

According to researchers, data from various studies show that people who take medications to suppress acid, most commonly proton pump inhibitors or PPIs have a greater chance of having antibiotic-resistant bacteria in their systems. The studies dont show that the PPIs cause the issue, but they can contribute. PPIs include well-known medications, such as Nexium, Prilosec and Prevacid.

This is the latest information to raise concerns about PPIs. In the past, they were linked to other health issues, including stomach cancer, heart disease, kidney disease, deficiencies in magnesium, calcium and B12 and other infections. However, doctors believe they are generally safe to take for the short-term. Safety concerns arise when they have been prescribed for longer than necessary.

Researchers say that heartburn drugs available over the counter add to the problem because people can take them for as long and as often as they want. PPIs do their job by blocking the enzyme that creates acid in the stomach. They are most often used with GERD, which is gastroesophageal reflux disease. With this condition, the acid moves into the esophagus.

Research shows that some doctors prescribe them for other complaints as well, which take care of the problem. However, the issue might have gone away on its own without the need for PPIs. Another issue is that when a person stops the medication, it can cause a rebound effect, starting up the acid reflux again. The patient then assumes they need to continue taking the medication.

The researchers combined the total results from 12 studies and looked at the data. Participants in the studies took both PPIs and H2 blockers, which include such drugs as Pepcid, Zantac and Tagamet. The results of the review showed that participants had a 74 percent more likelihood of having antibiotic-resistant bacteria than those who didnt take the medications. From the information, the increased risk was limited to PPIs and didnt include the H2 blockers.

The review didnt look at whether the bacteria carried any health issues or if the participants had the same level of exposure to antibiotics. Resistance to antibiotics typically is caused by use, especially continued use over the long-term. The study did indicate that the risk was higher with patients who used the PPIs in the hospital than with those who used them every day.

While the review leaves a lot of questions unanswered, researchers believe it shows the need to be careful when prescribing PPIs to patients. When used in appropriate situations, they believe the benefits still outweigh the risks. However, long-term use should be considered carefully, especially for those who seek the relief from OTC products. As always, its important to talk to a doctor about any health issues that dont go away in a reasonable amount of time rather than continuing treatment on your own.

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Coliesa McMillian's weight has been a problem for her since a very young age and her mental health did not make it easy for her to take control over what she ate. She revealed that it all started with an alcoholic father who did not care enough for her. This was followed by an abusive husband, whom she managed to escape only after he was arrested.

To make things worse, when Coliesa thought that she had finally found a person who would love and care for her, she lost him in a car accident. With a series of events piled up one after the other that drains Coliesa out, it was no surprise that she turned to food for comfort. However, she knew that she could not continue living like this.

She made it clear that she wanted to lose weight and work hard on herself for the sake of her daughters. A mother of four, Coliesa knew that she had a lot of responsibilities up her sleeves but she was unable to take these because of her weight. After careful consideration, Coliesa finally decided to meet Dr Younan Nowzaradan.

Even though she found it hard to make it to Houston, she finally made it. When Coliesa first weighed herself, she was at 643 lbs. She was shocked and upset to look at her weight but she was happy as she realized that it could have been worse. She then met Dr Nowzaradan who questioned her about her food habits.

He then found out that Coliesa had a previous heart condition that dimmed the chances of her getting a surgery. He wanted to know what health problems she had in order to ensure that after she lost the weight, she would be able to undergo the surgery as well.

However, he wanted to first see if Coliesa was fully committed to losing the weight. He advised her to lose 50 lbs in a month and then come back for another consultation. He also gave her a diet chart and a series of exercises to do. For the first month, Coliesa worked hard to control her eating urges. She stated that she had reduced her food intake to three meals a day.

Meanwhile, she also started working out. However, she revealed that she was still having difficulties walking and refrained from continuing it. Finally, the day had come when she had to meet Dr Nowzaradan again. This time, she weighed 616lbs and had lost 27lbs. Coliesa was disappointed as she thought she would have lost more than that.

She told Dr Nowzaradan that she had been working hard and following the diet chart that he had given. However, Dr Nowzaradan did not agree. He told her that she would have lost more weight had she had been following the diet properly. Coliesa broke down crying as she felt that all her efforts were being futile.

Dr Nowzaradan asked her to work harder and not give up. Speaking to the camera, he stated that Coliesa was trying to manipulate herself and him by crying and it was important for her to work on herself. After her meeting with Dr Nowzaradan, Coliesa moved to Houston as she was focused on losing more weight.

Despite this, she was second-guessing her actions as she was worried that she was leaving everything behind and making a big move. Luckily, her youngest daughter motivated her to take the step and work on herself. Once Coliesa moved to Houston, she tried working hard in the same way. For her third consultation, she was advised to lose 50 lbs more.

However, this time, she weighed 591lbs and had lost 25lbs. Coliesa felt disappointed. Dr Nowzaradan suggested that she should meet a therapist and talk about what she had been feeling. Coliesa agreed and though the therapy made her better, her struggle was not over. A couple of days after the surgery, Coliesa started experiencing sharp abdominal pains.

She decided to go meet Dr Nowzaradan and revealed that she hadn't used the restroom for a couple of days. Dr Nowzaradan knew that he had to be treated immediately and admitted her in the hospital, which automatically brought her weight-loss journey to a halt.

After looking at her reports, Dr Nowzaradan realized that she might need surgery because she had a blockage but it was difficult for her to undergo surgery because of her health issues. He was concerned that her life could be put in danger if he did go ahead with the surgery. He further revealed that her weight loss was not like he had expected.

He advised Coliesa to watch her diet and try to stick to the chart. She said she was trying her best and hadn't had a lot of food like she usually does. However, Dr Nowzaradan warned her that her life would be in danger if she continued to eat like the way she did. He also gave her medications to help with her heart problems.

Coliesa agreed, but felt like Dr Nowzaradan was not seeing the efforts she was putting in. Despite this, she had hope that her life could be better once she lost weight. This motivated her to push herself again. Luckily for her, after a couple of days, Coliesa got the news that she was approved for the weight-loss surgery because her heart was strong enough.

She felt emotional and scared but knew that she was ready. Fortunately, the surgery was successful and Coliesa was advised to stay on a liquid diet for some time. A month after her weight-loss surgery, Coliesa confessed that she felt different and was doing everything on point ever since she returned from the hospital.

She further revealed that she has started taking walks outside and pushes herself as much as she can. For the first time, Coliesa was excited to meet Dr Nowzaradan. When she arrived at the hospital she realized that she had lost 25lbs and now weighed 499lbs. This was the first time she was below 500lbs and felt pleased with the efforts she had put.

Dr Nowzaradan asked her to continue her therapy while also working hard to lose weight. She promised to keep working hard and to make him proud. Coliesa confessed that she was feeling emotional and added that she was grateful it happened. Calling Dr Nowzaradan her angel, Coliesa was now ready to work harder than ever.

'My 600-lb Life' airs on Wednesdays at 8 pm ET on TLC.

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In case it's true what can be done?By DR FLOMore by this Author8hoursago

Dr Flo,During a random medical check-up at our workplace recently, I was told I have high cholesterol. I am wondering how this is possible yet I am quite thin. In case it is true, is there any medication for it? And will I have to lose the little weight that I have?Mash

It is possible to have high cholesterol levels in the blood even though you are thin. It is true that obesity is associated with high cholesterol levels, but it is not the only factor. Other risk factors include eating diets that have a lot of starch and refined sugars, lack of exercise, smoking, excessive alcohol intake and diabetes. There are also some people who have an inherited disease that interferes with how the body deals with cholesterol, leading to very high blood cholesterol levels.High cholesterol levels are dangerous because they form deposits, called plaques, on the walls of the blood vessels. These deposits can then cause narrowing of the blood vessels and weakening of their walls, leading to stroke, kidney failure, heart disease and heart attacks, and even blindness. This happens because of reduced or blocked blood flow to organs such as the brain, the kidneys, the heart and the retina.There are two kinds of cholesterol: the good HDL cholesterol and the bad LDL cholesterol and triglycerides. The target is to have more of the good type and less of the bad type. To avoid having high levels of bad cholesterol, reduce on the amount of starch you take, especially refined types; eat whole grains, oatmeal, whole wheat bread and pasta, and brown rice; eat more vegetables and fruits, and other high fibre foods; eat fish, seeds and nuts; and use unsaturated fats (like olive oil, sunflower oil, corn oil); reduce on eggs, whole milk and red meat. Also, exercise regularly for the sake of being healthy and not necessarily to lose weight. You can also be given medicine to reduce the cholesterol levels if the above measures do not work within a few months.

Dr Flo,I always have a runny and sometimes stuffy nose, itchy throat and itchy eyes. I have tried managing it by taking a lot of water, avoiding food that may trigger it, but there has been no change. Please let me know if there is something else I can do.Eric

Dear Eric,It seems that you have atopy. This is a genetic condition where your body has an exaggerated allergic reaction to common environmental irritants like cold, dust, strong smell and pollen. These are called triggers and they cause your body to overreact, causing symptoms like itching of the eyes and/or skin, itchy throat, sneezing, a runny and blocked nose. This is usually in the genetic make-up of a person, which means it can be passed from parents to children and it cannot be eradicated. It causes allergy conditions like allergic rhinitis, allergic skin rashes, allergic cough, recurrent itching of the eyes (allergic conjunctivitis) and asthma. Someone may have one or a combination of several of them. The condition cannot be cured, but it can be controlled by avoiding the triggers like cold, dust, strong smell, pollen and smoke and also by taking anti-allergy medicines. Nasal sprays can also be used to control the runny and blocked nose. You can be followed up on by an allergy specialist and have allergy testing, so that you know exactly what to avoid.

Dr Flo,My partner and I have been living together for the past two years and I have been unable to get pregnant. My husband has an eight-year-old child from a previous relationship, so its obvious that I am the problem. This is causing problems even with my in-laws and I am feel embarrassed whenever I attend family functions. What should I do? Its very painful.Ashamed

Dear Ashamed,Concerns about fertility arise after one year of having regular, unprotected sex. About 15 per cent of couples are unable to conceive after one year of trying. Of these, a third of the time the problem is in the woman, a third of the time, the problem is in the man, and in the other third, both partners have a problem, or no problem can be found at all. Problems affecting fertility can arise later in life so that someone may be fertile one time, then due to a particular medical issue or injury, they develop fertility problems later.In women, infertility can be caused by abnormal ovarian function, hormonal disorders, Fallopian tube obstruction and abnormalities of the uterus. Some factors that can increase the risk of infertility are alcoholism, smoking, obesity, severe weight loss, extreme physical or emotional stress and being over 35 years of age.In men, infertility can be caused by a disruption of the function of the testicles, ejaculatory dysfunction, hormonal disorders and genetic disorders. Some factors that can increase the risk of infertility include diabetes, alcoholism, smoking, use of steroids, injury to the testicles, being overweight or as a consequence of exposure to some drugs, toxins or radiation.You should visit a gynaecologist for check-ups for both of you. For the woman, these include a pelvic ultrasound to check the pelvic organs, a hysterosalpingogram (HSG) to check the Fallopian tubes and a hormone profile to check the hormones. The man may have a seminalysis done to check the quality and number of the sperms, and a hormone profile, if necessary. Treatment is given depending on what is found. For example, the woman may be given medication to help with ovulation or to control hormones, or surgery may be done if there is scarring, endometriosis or the Fallopian tubes are blocked. The man may also be put on medication if necessary. You may also benefit from assisted conception through intrauterine insemination or in vitro fertilisation.

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Tongan prop Ben Tameifuna has revealed an incredible weight loss in a video just months after was told he couldnt play for a French club because he was too overweight!

Racing 92 had ordered Ben Tameifunato lose weight with the club unhappy with theTongainternationals condition following his return from the Rugby World Cup.

The Tongan prop was seriously overweight going into the 2019 Rugby World Cup.

Here is a video showing how big he WAS.

According to reports in France, Tameifuna tipped the scales at 160kg when he reported back to the Top14 club.

It is not the first time Racing have been unhappy with the 28-year-olds weight.

The former Chiefs player was reportedly at 140kg when he left for the tournament but has packed on the beef despite playing and training in France over the past month.

The 28-year-old Tameifuna, the heaviest player at the tournament, is no stranger to weight issues with the latest reports bringing a reminder of Big Ben returning from a summer vacation last year weighing 166kg.

In 2018, Tameifuna returned for pre-season weighting 166kg.

An incredible video shows just how much weight the prop has now lost and it looks like he has lost around 20kg just by looking at his waistline!

Much in the past have been made of Props and their distinct lack of athleticism in some cases. Weve recently spoken at length about the size of Ben Temifuna who is one the biggest players to EVER have played in a World Cup. If you look at this kicking attempt here though, you wouldnt think that man weighs 21 stone!

Tonga may be out of the competition but videos like this will certainly keep them on the radar for rugby fans out there.

This is after the Tonga rugby Twitter account sent a message to head coach Toutai Kefu with a video of Ben The Boot Tameifuna nailing a kick from 40 metres, whilst also telling current kicker Sonatane Takulua that he has a new rival in the team.

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Researchers say the diet plan can change proteins in the liver to keep consumers healthy

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Photo (c) StephanieFrey - Getty ImagesIntermittent fasting has recently gained traction for its ability to help consumers lose weight and achieve a healthier lifestyle, but a new study shows that it can also promote good liver health.

Australian researchers at the University of Sydney say that the diet can positively impact fat metabolism in the liver, which can help prevent various liver diseases and conditions. Specifically, they found that a certain protein called HNF4-(alpha) was suppressed when an intermittent fasting plan was followed.

"For the first time we showed that HNF4-(alpha) is inhibited during intermittent fasting. This has downstream consequences, such as lowering the abundance of blood proteins in inflammation or affecting bile synthesis. This helps explain some of the previously known facts about intermittent fasting," said researcher Dr. Mark Larance.

The researchers came to their conclusions after analyzing how the HNF4-(alpha) protein was affected by intermittent fasting in mice. The protein is generally responsible for regulating a wide array of liver genes.

The team found that both intermittent fasting and every-other-day-fasting (in which consumers only consume food on an alternating daily schedule) changed how HNF4-(alpha) interacted with the metabolism of fatty acids in the liver. The observations of this interaction and others could allow for medical professionals to develop approaches that could help manage glucose and regulate diseases like diabetes.

"We know that fasting can be an effective intervention to treat disease and improve liver health. But we haven't known how fasting reprograms liver proteins, which perform a diverse array of essential metabolic functions," explained Larance. "By studying the impact on proteins in the livers of mice...we now have a much better understanding of how this happens."

The full study has been published in the journal Cell Reports.

Christopher Maynard is a New York-based writer and editor who has worked as a security guard, high school teacher, theatrical lighting designer and volunteer fireman. He is a graduate of Marist College.

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Growing older, we sometimes need an extra hand, which will help us to overcome some situations that we do not manage to do ourselves. Promoting and maintaining health and running a good lifestyle is essential for any individual. Sometimes most of our old ones face serious health-related issues, which limits their mobility and brings some inconveniences for them.

Fortunately, our innovative world has a solution for this as well. Due to a number of professional services, they get the needed extra help, as well as better their health and feel comfort in their own homes. However, each of these companies should face these health-related issues:

1. Diabetes

The diabetes is a really serious health issue since if your blood sugar is too high, it can bring you a number of other serious problems as well. So, caring for your food and maintaining a healthy diet is among the most essential factors that each needs to keep.

Getting experience and having much knowledge helps to care for appropriate food and drink intake. So, a good company will provide the best home help for the elderly and take care for finding the professionals for them. River Garden Home Care is experienced enough to give its clients the support they need.

2. Stroke

Having a sudden interruption in the blood supply to their brain, leading a normal lifestyle becomes impossible for many people. Stoke can have an impact on a persons independence.

Getting better from this life-threatening medical condition is possible due to good care and support. Depending on the urgency and professionalism of the treatment, the situation can become better or worse. The sooner it is treated, the less the damage will be.

3. Physical Disability

Growing older sometimes bring some serious issues related to a persons free movement. Being in the condition of a physical disability, people sometimes find it difficult to do some ordinary things. Hence, getting help in most cases becomes a necessity for them. Good support will make the situation better and people will feel better and safe. Fully trained professionals will help the older ones in moving and doing tasks they need, which will release them from stressful situations.

4. Palliative Care

Anyone who has a serious illness, may be in a stressful situation. It can not only become a reason for depression for the person, but for family members as well. Companies, who provide with home care, should integrate palliative care in their services, since it is really essential. Good care will bring relief from the symptoms and help people to overcome the stress. Besides, it helps to better the quality of life and relieve a person from pain as much as possible.

5. Catheter and Stoma Care

Based on different health-related issues, many people need to insert a certain tube into the bladder, in order to have urine pass into a drainage bag. In order not to limit your independent live, you need to ask for the professional help, who will take the right catheter and stoma care. It is an essential issue, since if you do not have proper care you may face serious problems and infections.

Conclusion

Besides the illnesses and issues related to mobility, you may have other reasons for asking professional care. Sometimes the old ones need them just for other purposes as well. Some of them do not manage to accept the fact that they are growing old, and they start to feel lonely and depressed. They need just simple social interaction and want to get involved in different activities. Coming out of these situations, they hire such services, whose professional and caring workers bring back their ordinary way of living.

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Image caption Personal trainer Emily Barclay went from triathlon training to "needing a snooze every day"

At 39, Emily Barclay was hit with irregular periods, crushing fatigue and mood swings. It took four years before she was diagnosed with perimenopause - a phase that can last for 10 years before the menopause itself, with similar debilitating symptoms.

"Everything was just wrong."

That's how Emily felt when she started gaining weight, feeling exhausted all the time and "totally out of control".

She couldn't understand it - she was fit, healthy and training six times a week for long-distance triathlons. But within three months, she went from preparing for Ironman events to "needing a snooze every single day".

The personal trainer went to the doctor several times over the following four years and was repeatedly given conflicting advice.

"I just wasn't getting any answers. I was told I was stressed, that they needed to change what [contraceptive] I'm on, I needed to exercise more, I needed to lose weight."

Emily says not knowing what was wrong with her was "scary" and that every couple of months, she would have "episodes" where she didn't feel like herself.

"I didn't understand what was happening and I was really scared about why I wasn't me any more," she says.

"I had episodes of just being psycho... It wasn't just being a bit ratty but proper angry and I would keep going back for arguments. Then afterwards, I would feel totally wiped out.

"It was terrifying, as I felt totally out of control. It's like you've been body-snatched and you're watching another person."

Emily had "endless" hormone tests that all came back normal. She ended up conducting her own research and told the doctor she thought she either had chronic fatigue syndrome or perimenopause.

Together, they identified that her symptoms seemed to run in conjunction with her menstrual cycle and at 42, she was finally diagnosed with perimenopause - a phase that can last up to 10 years and cause hot flushes, night sweats and mood swings, similar to the menopause.

"I didn't know perimenopause even existed [but] I felt such a relief because I now knew what was going on," she says.

"I didn't know there was this transition, I just thought you toddled along happily and one day you had a few hot flushes, your periods finished and you were done."

For most women in the UK, the average age of reaching the menopause is 51, but decreasing levels of oestrogen can cause perimenopausal symptoms.

Emily struggled at first with the impact of the condition. She had been used to training for 12 to 15 hours a week through swimming, cycling and running, but felt too tired to exercise - something that had brought her social benefits as well as fitness.

Many of her friends were from the Norwich-based triathlon club Tri-Anglia and the Bungay Black Dog running club, so she saw them less frequently.

She also didn't finish the 2017 Outlaw Half Holkham - an event consisting of a 1.2-mile (1,900m) swim, 56-mile (90km) bike and 13.1-mile (21km) run - due to her symptoms and she pulled out of Ironman Vichy in France as the distances were double and she felt "there was simply no point" going.

"A huge part of [training] was socialising and catching up with people; I would run with one of my friends which was an opportunity to chat and I would do long runs with my dogs," she says.

"I felt lost not being able to do that."

Source: Dr Susanna Unsworth from Cambridge Women's Health

The 43-year-old decided not to take medication and instead adapted her lifestyle to "allow for fatigue". Cardiovascular exercise still "wipes me out for days" so instead she has taken up power-lifting.

"Now I know what it is, I feel happy to ride it out," she says. "I don't take PT clients in the evening any longer, I allow time for naps, I make sure I get early nights when I need to."

She has also channelled the years she spent trying to get answers into an online support service called Perimenopause Hub, where women with the condition all over the world can find out more about symptoms and get support.

It has a Facebook group with more than 1,200 members and experts on hand to give advice. Emily, who says the project has "grown and grown", will also be hosting a three-day online summit on 20-22 March.

"The feedback has been phenomenal. People have been in contact and said they feel they are 'no longer alone', 'I'm not different', 'I'm not the only one going through this'," she says.

"It's been lovely creating this community. It's like I've given permission to people to talk about it and that's really cool."

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Perimenopause: 'I went from triathlon training to needing naps' - BBC News

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