By Alex Jordon


Keep a healthy, balanced diet is important for preventing or controlling the type 2 diabetes, with a healthy eating habits, you can still enjoy lots of foods and all you have to do is about controlling weight and preventing dangerous spikes in blood sugar.

• Eat regular meals
• Add more vegetables and fruits in your diet
• Cut down on the fat of the foods you eat, particularly saturated fats
• Eat more fish (oily fish is the best choice)
• Reduce salt intake
• Drink alcohol in moderation

All these eating habits do help for people with type 2 diabetes, and be carefully when choosing foods, following these 7 foods can help:

Aloe vera juice

The compounds of aloe vera such as lectins, mannans and anthraquinones are proven to be useful for decreasing blood lipids in patients with type 2 diabetes. If you are suffering from high blood sugar level, try adding aloe vera juice in your breakfast menu or have it with dinner. It’s well known that aloe vera is famous in dealing with skin issues, and it also:

• Supports digestive system health
• Cures scars after surgery
• Helps dental problems


Egg whites

One egg white contains around 16 calories and 4g of high-quality lean protein, which are perfect for controlling blood sugar levels. In addition to being low in saturated fat, eggs are filled with 13 vitamins and minerals which are important for overall health, and eating eggs at breakfast can give you a full feeling for longer time, making eggs an excellent choice for weight loss too.

Almonds

Two studies showed eating almonds can help people with type 2 diabetes to maintain the blood glucose and cholesterol levels.Eating an ounce of almonds just before eating a high-starch meal can lead to 30% reduction in post-meal glucose levels for people with type 2 diabetes.

Plus, the high content of magnesium in almonds(268mg in every 100g almonds) may reduce the risk of developing diabetes by 33%, adding more magnesium-rich foods can do a big favor for preventing the unhealthy rising of blood sugar, foods such as pumpkin and squash seeds, soy milk, spinach, tofu, whole wheat bread, oysters, peanuts and halibut are recommended.

Fat-free yogurt

The study shows that eat low-fat yogurt instead of potato chips as a snack may cut the risk of getting type 2 diabetes by almost half. Fat-free yogurt naturally contains rich protein and high quality carbohydrates, which are great for preventing the rising of blood sugar. And the high content of calcium works for reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes too. Make sure to choose the fat-free or low-fat brands:

• Labelled fat-free
• Low-fat and contains less than 20g of total sugar per serving
• Greek nonfat yogurt, which contains almost twice as much protein as regular yogurt

Fish

Whether you like fish or not, try to add fish to your diabetes diet from now on. Fresh fish is an outstanding source of lean protein and high monounsaturated fat content instead of saturated fat, pair fish with vegetables or beans will help you maintain a healthy blood sugar level. And there are some good choices between varieties of fish, tuna, salmon, herring, lake trout, sardines and mackerel are recommended.

Beans

According to a report in the Archives of Internal Medicine, Beans (such as white, black, soy, kidney and navy) are a healthy choice for people with type 2 diabetes to control and reduce the risk of heart disease. Beans are with high-quality carbohydrates and soluble fiber, which can help stabilize the blood sugar levels, and the rich of lean protein are good for lowering blood pressure.

Oatmeal

Oatmeal is a heart-friendly food and a soluble fiber content called beta-glucan it contains helps lower blood cholesterol, and patients with type 2 diabetes also have a high cholesterol usually. Studies have found that eating whole grains such as oatmeal may reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes by 35%-42% .

About The Author: Alex Jordon has written articles on various physical and mental health related conditions, including diabetes/ heart disease/ autism/depression/Nutrition/fitness/diets/fad diets/herbs/alternative therapies/weight loss/obesity in children and adults/smoking risks/alcohol risks/fast foods/disease….

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By Sara Bliss - Writer, Beauty


Joyce Carpati is one of the many wondrous gems on Advanced Style, Ari Seth Cohen's blog and documentary celebrating the fabulous over-50 set. Joyce, who splits her time between Paris and New York and still works as a beauty consultant, is glamorous, witty, and, not surprisingly, given her 82 years, full of sage advice.

“I have a lot of wisdom to impart,” exclaims the former marketing director for Cosmopolitan. From looking beautiful as the years move on—“don't do too much!”—to being happy—“Life is a privilege; embrace it!”—you're going to want to listen.

Eighty-two and proud: I'm 82 and I don't believe in lying about my age. I've worked hard to be 82 and I'm proud of it! It is a wonderful time of your life if you feel well. You can be who you are. I find I have no inhibitions; I am going to tell you what I think. I have been through a lot. I have some wisdom to impart and if someone wants to know something, here I am.


On aging beautifully: Less is more! You shouldn't try too hard. It's a natural process to get older. "C'est normal!" as the French say. What we have to do is look as lovely as we can at every age. You shouldn't try to look younger, just look as lovely as you can whatever age you are.

Young at heart: I always tell people that to be relevant, you have to know what is happening in the world. Understand how people feel, style, and job situations. It is about being involved and being interested in everything. I love music, theater. I enjoy the opera and I just got back from Paris, where I have an apartment and family. I am very interested in politics and what's happening in this country. I am almost obsessed with it.

The 100-year-old product: I have gray hair and I wear it in a lovely braided style that people admire. I get stopped on the street all the time. I do my hair myself. I sometimes add a little shade of blue-gray or a little darker silver-gray with a spray rub called Fanci-Full. It's been on the market for 100 years, and what is so nice is that you can wash it out. I also use a German shampoo that enhances gray that I found living abroad called Schwarzkopf, and it is excellent.


For glowing skin: I use Ivory soap and warm water, I like that clean feeling. I have a night cream I've used for 25 years, Dr. Orentreich's night cream, with Retin-A. I've also always used sunscreen. Even when I was younger, I stayed away from the sun.

The merits of drugstore makeup: I love makeup from Boots, an English company. They are the finest cosmetics you can imagine. They have wonderful eye makeup, the lipsticks are sensational, and they make a lovely group of moisturizers and masks. I love Chanel, but Boots you can just buy at Duane Reade and Walgreens!

Keep on moving: I go to the finest Y in New York, the 47th Street Vanderbilt Y. I do water-walking in the pool, marvelous exercises that a therapist gave me. There is also a gym upstairs, and I often bike and watch the news of the day.

Beauty foods: I start the day with a wonderful breakfast of oatmeal. I'm noticing everyone is eating oatmeal, young and old, very good for your arteries. I also eat a lot of fish and vegetables.

The gift of life: Life is a gift. Living long and aging is a privilege and we have to embrace it with every bit of strength in our body because it is a wonderful time.

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By Details Magazine - Healthy Living

"This means even television programs depicting the suffering of other people..."
By: Ian Landau


Are others stressing you out? A study by researchers at Germany's Max Planck Institute for Cognitive and Brain Sciences in Leipzig and the Technische Universit t Dresden didn't specifically set out to test if watching tense shows such as 24 or Homeland turns us into quivering masses of stress Jello, but that seems to be the takeaway. More worrisome, perhaps, is that you can "catch" stress just bywatching people confront anxiety-provoking situations onscreen.

Researchers recruited 362 people for the experiment: Everyone was tested in pairs-one sacrificial lamb exposed to a "psychosocial stressor" and one observer. Some of the pairs consisted of intimate couples and some were made up of strangers. While there are an infinite number of sadistic ways to stress people out (toss them into the tiger pit at the Leipzig Zoo? Virtual reality battle with The Mountain from Game of Thrones?), the chosen psychosocial triggers in this case were "difficult mental arithmetic tasks" and a faux job interview. In case people found math and a job interviews relaxing, two people posing as behavior analysts also sat in the room with the subjects (performance anxiety, anyone?).

While one partner did either the math and the interview, the counterpart simply watched the session, either through a one-way mirror or via a video monitor.

Here's what researchers found:

• 95% of the people who did the math and job interview session experienced a rise in levels of the stress hormone cortisol, a physiological indicator that they were, indeed, stressed out.
• Watching through the one-way mirror led to elevated cortisol in 30% of observers.
• Viewing on the video monitor had a slightly less potent effect, with 26% getting vicariously stressed.
• 40% of observers were stressed out by watching their romantic partner endure stress.
• Watching a stranger struggle elicited a cortisol jolt in 10% of observers.
• Finally, researchers found that men and women observers were stressed in equal numbers, so you can't keep telling people that women are hard-wired to be more empathetic than men.

In many ways these results aren't really surprising. We've all yelled at a friend or loved one who was nervously pacing around, "Sit your ass down, you're stressing me out!" We know, intuitively, that being around stressed out people can be stressful, too. But to see it confirmed-"empathic stress" (i.e., "a full-blown physiological stress response that arises solely by observing a target undergo a stressful situation")-is alarming. The researchers were surprised too. "The fact that we could actually measure this empathic stress in the form of a significant hormone release was astonishing," said Veronika Engert, one of the study's lead authors.

Especially surprising was the fact that watching a stressful situation mediated by way of a screen can "contaminate" us with stress. Again, the researchers didn't test subjects as they watched TV shows, but that didn't stop Engert from speculating about how her team's research might apply to that scenario. "This means that even television programs depicting the suffering of other people can transmit that stress to viewers," she said. Let's all start by watching less news

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By Health.com - Healthy Living


I have never been a smoker, but many of my clients are current or former smokers. And those who want to kick the habit are often afraid to do so because they're worried about gaining weight. In fact, some purposefully took up smoking as a way to lose weight, so they're convinced that quitting will result in packing on pounds.

A recent study published in the International Journal of Clinical Practice found that 53% of smokers gained weight during previous attempts to quit, with an average weight gain of 8 to 14 pounds within the first year. The researchers also found that those who were highly concerned about weight were less likely to seek out treatment to help them kick the habit.

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It's a major barrier, but you should know two things: first, you'd have to gain 100 or more pounds to offset the health benefits of quitting; and second, you can quit successfully without affecting your weight long-term. In fact, research out this year found that on average, quitters don't experience greater weight gain than never-smokers.

Feeling encouraged? I hope so, because quitting smoking is probably the most important thing you can do for your health, and the benefits are immediate. Just 12 hours after quitting, the carbon monoxide level in your blood drops to normal, within two weeks your circulation and lung function improve, and within one year, your risk of heart disease is slashed to half of what it was when you smoked.

To reap all of these rewards and maintain your weight, quit strategically, using the following five tricks.

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Go for volume without overdoing it on calories Smoking dulls taste buds and diminishes your sense of smell. When these rebound after quitting, you'll be tasting food in a whole new way, which can make it difficult to keep your portions petite. But, big portions don't necessarily lead to calorie overkill-if you choose wisely. For example, three and a half cups of oil-popped organic popcorn, about the size of three and a half tennis balls, provides about 140 calories, compared to 160 in just 11 wavy potato chips or 12 tortilla chips.


For high-volume lunch and dinner options, make two cups of field greens (30 calories) the foundation of a meal, dressed with a little olive oil and balsamic vinegar, topped with a serving of lean protein and a small scoop of quinoa. Or, re-proportion meals like a stir-fry or pasta, so most of what's on your plate is veggies. For example, sauté a quarter cup each of onions, tomatoes, mushrooms, and bell pepper in olive oil with garlic and herbs, toss with a half cup of brown rice pasta or quinoa, and top with a serving of lean protein (like a half cup of white beans, shrimp, or cubed chicken). You'll get a generously portioned meal (about 3 cups of food!) for well under 500 calories.

Reach for healthy finger foods One of the reasons people nibble more after quitting is to mimic the hand-to-mouth motion of smoking. But delivering a lot of calories every time you bring your hand to your mouth (like with candy, pretzels, or chips…) can definitely up the risk of weight gain. Instead, reach for water-rich low cal veggies, like cucumber slices (16 cals per cup), radishes (19 cals per cup), or grape tomatoes, broccoli florets, and celery sticks (all 30 cals per cup). Pair your veggies with a single-serve hummus, guacamole, or nut butter. You can find each in pre-portioned packages, which are a great idea if you think you might be tempted to keep dipping into a larger container. Other healthy options you can eat with your hands include popcorn, which I've already mentioned, as well as fresh fruit, like grapes, berries, and cherries. Citrus fruits that require peeling, like an orange or tangerine, will also keep your hands occupied and allow you to nibble a little bit at a time. Bonus: if you do slip, a study from Duke University found that eating more produce worsens the taste of cigarettes.

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Rely on natural appetite suppressants Smoking suppresses appetite, so quitting can cause a sudden hunger upswing. Fortunately, certain foods and habits can counter the effect. For example, "good" fats like nuts, seeds, olives, and avocado boost satiety and slow stomach emptying, to keep you fuller longer, and delay the return of hunger. To take advantage of this benefit, include some healthy fat at every meal. For example, whip coconut oil or nut butter into a smoothie, sauté or roast veggies in olive oil rather than using nonstick spray, add avocado to salads and omelets, add a dollop of guacamole to soup, and sprinkle sliced or chopped nuts onto stir-frys.

Rev up your metabolism naturally Smoking slightly boosts metabolism, so when you quit, maximizing your metabolic rate in healthy, natural ways is a smart strategy for preventing weight gain. Research-backed methods include drinking more water and unsweetened green tea (note: if you can't stand it unsweetened add a splash of 100% fruit juice), firing up meals with hot peppers (like fresh jalapenos or dried and ground cayenne or chili pepper), slightly increasing your protein portions, and seasoning meals with spices like ginger, black pepper, garlic, and organic citrus zest. Each of these strategies has also been shown to boost satiety, and flavoring meals with metabolic-boosters can keep your taste buds happy, while helping you avoid excess salt and sugar.

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Up your activity In addition to burning calories, exercise also helps curb cigarette cravings and relieve withdrawal symptoms. The trick is finding fun ways to move. A recent study found that when exercise feels like "work" we tend to compensate by seeking out rewards, like adding "I earned it" treats or eating more, which can cancel out the weight loss benefits of working out. To avoid this effect, choose activities that get your heart rate up, but don't feel like a chore or punishment. Take a dance class, plan a half day hike, or a long bike ride with a friend, try something you've never done but have always wanted to do, like rollerblading, indoor rock climbing, or stand-up paddle boarding, or join a volleyball or dodgeball league. Being active in enjoyable ways can help you connect to a whole new smoke-free you, and strengthen the chances that you'll leave smoking behind forever.

Cynthia Sass, MPH, RD, is Health's contributing nutrition editor. She is frequently seen on national TV and privately counsels clients in New York, Los Angeles, and long distance. Cynthia is currently the sports nutrition consultant to the New York Rangers NHL team and the Tampa Bay Rays MLB team, and is board certified as a specialist in sports dietetics. Her latest New York Times best seller is S.A.S.S! Yourself Slim: Conquer Cravings, Drop Pounds and Lose Inches.

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Seek out and eliminate these quiet health destroyers.
By Leah Zerbe, Rodalenews.com

Attack on Your Immunity Viruses and bacteria aren't the only bad actors that test your immune system. Your T cells are being tested 24/7, and by some surprising culprits, ranging from modern-day convenience items in your home to deep-rooted emotions. We scoured the data to bring you common immune-system wreckers so you can eliminate them from your life.

Microwavable Popcorn
Immune System Assassin: Microwavable popcorn bags are commonly coated in nonstick chemicals called perflurorinated compounds (PFCs) so grease doesn't penetrate the bag. A recent study in Environmental Health found levels the government considers "safe" are 100 to 1,000 times too high for children. These chemicals have been shown to mess up your immune system; vaccines given to people with higher levels of PFCs in their bodies were much less effective.

Immunity Boost: Make popcorn on the stovetop or use this DIY microwave popcorn trick. These same chemicals hide out in many stain-repellent carpets and furniture treatments and greaseproof fast-food containers and wraps, so be sure to cut down on these exposures, too.

Pots and Pans
Immune System Assassin: Some of the same nonstick chemicals added to popcorn bags also hide out in many nonstick pots and pans. A recent study published in Environmental Health Perspectives found women with higher levels of hormone-disrupting perfluorinated compounds like perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) in their blood were more likely to have the autoimmune disease osteoarthritis.

Immunity Boost: Don't panic if you have nonstick pans, but when you start noticing scratches and chips, replace them with glass, made-in-the-USA cast iron, or stainless steel to avoid nonstick chemicals.

Loneliness
Immune System Assassin: Your immune cells are social, and they want you to be, too. T cells scan your body for disease and then share information like honeybees, according to a recent scientific breakthrough. But if you're not so social, it could impact your ability to fight disease. Ohio State researchers recently found worrying about close relationships acts like a chronic stressor that suppresses your immunity. Previous research found we're more likely to get sick--and die earlier--when we have fewer social connections.

Immunity Boost: If you just can't seem to click with new people, try volunteering where you'll find generous and grateful folk, such as at a soup kitchen. You're not necessarily looking to make new friends there--though it's great if you do. But you may find it easier to lower your guard in an atmosphere of altruism and gratitude.

Lack of Sleep
Immune System Assassin: Slacking in the sleep department can lower the number of killer cells your body needs to wipe out infections. A University of Chicago study found that sleeping just four hours a night for a week cut the number of flu-fighting antibodies in study participants' systems in half.

Immunity Boost: Stay away from looking at screens for at least two hours before going to bed. The light from electronics' screens can trick your brain from easing into sleep mode. Aim for seven to nine hours of uninterrupted sleep.

Antibiotics
Immune System Assassin: Taking antibiotics can slash your levels of cytokines, the hormonal messengers your immune system relies on during sickness.

Immunity Boost: Cold and flu and most middle ear and sinus infections are caused by viruses, so taking antibiotics will do nothing for your ailment and will wipe out immune-supporting bacteria in your gut. Find out when you actually need antibiotics, here. When you are on antibiotics, be sure to take doses on time and finish the entire course. Eat low-sugar yogurt and fermented foods to repopulate your gut flora.

Canned Food
Immune System Assassin: Bisphenol A, or BPA, coats the inside lining of most canned foods. In 2010, University of Michigan School of Public Health researchers found that adults with higher levels of BPA also had higher cytomegalovirus antibody levels, suggesting that their cell-mediated immune system is malfunctioning.

Immunity Boost: To avoid BPA, opt for fresh or frozen foods, versus canned, or reach for soups and broths in Tetra Pak boxes.

Sugar
Immune System Assassin: Eating 100 grams of sugar (think a bottle of soda, fruit yogurt, and a candy bar) significantly lowered the ability of white blood cells to kill bacteria for up to five hours, according to a study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.

Immunity Boost: Avoid foods with added sugar as much as possible, especially during cold and flu season. It's in obvious places, such as juices, sodas, and desserts, but significant amounts also hide out in many low-fat yogurts, bread, condiments, and salad dressings.

Dehydration
Immune System Assassin: Fluids help flush your body of immune-damaging toxins and carry nutrients to any infection sites. Little-known fact? Many of us walk around mildly dehydrated most of the time without even knowing it.

Immunity Boost: If your pee is dark yellow in the morning, drink more water before bed--you're aiming for pale yellow for a visible sign of proper hydration.

Antibacterial Soap
Immune System Assassin: Researchers at the Johns Hopkins Children's Center found children exposed to antibacterial chemicals are prone to food and environmental allergies. Children with higher levels of antibacterials in their urine experienced higher IgE blood antibody levels. High antibody counts signal a response to an allergen; the researchers believe the antibacterial chemicals alter healthy immune system development.

Immunity Boost: Children with more triclosan, a popular antibacterial soap chemical, in their blood high the highest allergy risk. Washing with regular soap and water works just as well, without the added risks.

Air Pollution
Immune System Assassin: Cutting-edge research is unearthing a connection between air pollution--specifically polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs)--and damaged immune systems. PAHs pour from exhaust pipes and flake off of driveways, playgrounds, and parking lots treated with coal-tar sealant.

Immunity Boost: Check local pollution levels and avoid exercising outdoors on high pollution days. Push for a coal-tar sealant ban in your city, state, or municipality to reduce PAH exposure from blacktop surfaces. (Safer alternatives without coal tar are readily available at most hardware stores.)

Insecticides
Immune System Assassin: Using toxic insecticides to kill household and lawn pests could increase your risk of developing an autoimmune disease, according to data recently presented at an American College of Rheumatology meeting. Women who sprayed insecticides at least six times a year were about 2½ times more likely to develop lupus or rheumatoid arthritis. Those who hired a professional lawn service to apply insecticides to their yard had a two times greater risk.

Immunity Boost: Use nontoxic pest control measures and use these organic lawn-care tips to keep your house pest free without chemicals. Plant native plants in your garden to attract beneficial insects that prey on pests, too.

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Make sure your anesthesiologist won't be checking Facebook during your surgery!

By Susan E. Matthews, Everyday Health

You're ready to go in for surgery. You've read everything you can about your condition and how the surgery will help you. You've even used our tip sheet to schedule your surgery for the right time, with the right doctor. Just to make sure you're as prepared as you can be, here's what your doctor may not tell you about anesthesia, which will help you get through the procedure with as little pain and awareness as possible.

1. You could be awake during the procedure.
For most major surgeries (think open-heart), you'll be put completely under so that you're both blissfully unaware of what's happening, and so you won't move and disrupt the work of the doctors. But for certain surgeries, you might just get localized anesthesia, meaning that you won't be able to feel where the doctors are operating, but you are aware of your surroundings. This might happen if the procedure is minor, like dental surgery, or if it's important that the person is aware of what's happening and responding, as can be the case for certain brain surgeries.

2. It could make you more forgetful.
Undergoing anesthesia has been shown to affect memory in some people, sometimes for weeks or months after the surgery. Patients with postoperative cognitive dysfunction (POCD) report that their memory is impaired following surgery for days, weeks, or even months, but there's little evidence to show long-term impairment. Researchers have found that anesthesia kills brain cells involved in memory and learning in mice.

3. Your age might affect your recovery time.
Cognitive issues following surgery seem to be especially pronounced for older adults. Problems with concentration and attention have been reported in 25 percent of patients over 60 in the week following surgery, but they do tend to subside over time. There's currently a medical debate as to whether anesthesia increases the risk of Alzheimer's disease in the elderly, with some research showing it does, and other studies show it has no effect.

4. You're not just "asleep."
You're actually unconscious - which is helpful, because it means you won't respond to pain. But it also means that someone will have to monitor your vital signs, like your pulse and your breathing, at all times.

5. Your insurance may not cover your anesthesiologist.
Even if your procedure is covered. If someone's going to be monitoring your vitals throughout the entire surgery (and making sure you're getting the proper amount of anesthesia medication to keep you under), it's going to cost you. Anesthesiology yields the sixth-highest earnings compared to other physician specialties, according to a 2013 report. Unfortunately, that cost may not be covered by your insurance, even if your procedure is. Women who have needed an epidural while giving birth have found this out the hard way. The same is true of other more minor procedures, such as a colonoscopy. Ask if your anesthesiologist is in-network, and ask what the service will cost before-hand.

6. You might wake up during the surgery.
This is called anesthesia awareness, and it's estimated to happen 20,000-40,000 times a year in the United States. That means it occurs in one or two for every 1,000 surgeries performed. The scary part is that while you might wake up, the drugs may prohibit you from talking, moving, or signaling that you're awake. It's more likely to happen if the anesthesia drugs are delivered only intravenously, rather than inhaled, so talk to your doctor about your options if this is something you're nervous about. If you do wake up during the surgery, your anesthesiologist should realize it and correct the problem.

7. You need to disclose a drug or alcohol addiction.
If your body is used to processing large quantities of alcohol or other drugs, your liver may process these sorts of drugs more quickly than the average person. This is important because it will also mean your liver is more effective at processing anesthesia drugs. Be sure to disclose any sort of addiction to your doctor, so you receive the correct level of anesthesia.

8. You might wake up with a sore throat.
You may be intubated with a breathing tube to be sure your body is getting enough oxygen during the surgery. While you'll have muscle relaxants to ensure that your windpipe doesn't interact with the tube, it's still likely that you'll wake up with a sore throat. Other side effects of anesthesia include dry mouth, hoarseness, sleepiness, shivering, nausea, and vomiting.

9. The risk of dying is relatively low, but it exists.
Death rates from surgery in which general anesthesia was used have improved dramatically in just the last 50 years. While in the 1970s, 357 patients for every million patients died, by the 1990s and early 2000s that had dropped to just 34 patients for every million, a 2012 analysis found. The risk of dying simply from anesthesia is just 1 in 250,000, lower than the mortality rate for household injuries.

10. Your anesthesiologist may be on Facebook during your surgery.
Still, you'll want to make sure your anesthesiologist is up to snuff. Take, for example, Christopher Spillers, an anesthesiologist who is being sued for checking and posting to Facebook while supposedly monitoring a patient during surgery. Check out your hospital's quality score here, first. You can also check the status of your doctor's licence with your state's Board of Medicine.

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