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THE SIGN: GESTATIONAL DIABETES. This is a failure to compensate for the normal insulin resistance during pregnancy. During pregnancy, the placenta creates hormones that interfere with the body’s usual response to insulin. “This is beneficial to the fetus,” says Miller. “It’s a backup system so the baby always gets adequate glucose.” WHAT IT PREDICTS: A mother’s increased risk for type 2 diabetes later in life. WHAT TO DO: Typically, gestational diabetes will go away once the baby is delivered. “But if you look 10 years later, the risk is seven times higher for these women to be diagnosed with type 2 diabetes,” Miller says. “It’s a big risk factor.” If you have other risk factors—like being overweight or having a family history of the disease—you’re at an even higher risk. In this case, Miller says a lifestyle change is in order. “Get healthier. There are significant studies that show us a healthy diet and exercise can help prevent type 2 diabetes.” THE SIGN: PREECLAMPSIA. Marked by high blood pressure and protein in the urine, preeclampsia’s cause is unknown, and the only cure is to deliver the baby. WHAT IT PREDICTS: A higher risk of cardiovascular disease (heart attacks and strokes), chronic hypertension and renal disease. WHAT TO DO: “This has been widely studied to try and find out how to prevent it,” Miller says, “but nothing has worked so far.” What women with preeclampsia need to do most of all is not forget about this sneaky syndrome after they deliver. “Women need to look at all their cardiovascular disease risk factors,” Miller says. “We need to control the risk factors we can.” This means losing weight if you’re overweight and adhering to a hearthealthy diet full of fresh fruits and vegetables. Have your cholesterol and blood pressure checked regularly, and treat any symptoms of heart disease early. PHOTOGRAPHY BY PHOTOLIBRARY 44 Vim & Vigor · FALL 2 011

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Vim & Vigor - Fall 2011 - Parrish
Contents
Tasty Tips
Opening Thoughts
Community Calendar
Don't Be a Drowsy Driver
The Art of Nursing
Healthy Hues
The New Survivors
First (Aid) Things First
Find Your Groove
A Healthy Tune
Stay in Circulation
'X' Marks the Spot
Pregnancy Predictors
Play It Safe
What's New?
A Walking, Talking Fitness Billboard
Community Health
Special Foundation Focus
Ask the Expert

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