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How to take care of your feet during diabetes

Maintaining good control of your blood sugar (glucose) level and taking care of your feet every day can help you avoid serious foot problems.

Foot care is very important for people with diabetes who have:

• Loss of sensation in the feet.
• Changes in the shape of the feet.
• Ulcers or wounds on the feet that do not heal. Nerve injury can cause loss of sensation in the feet.
• Nerve injury can cause loss of sensation in the feet. Maybe you can not feel a small stone inside your shoe that is causing a sore. You may not feel the blister caused by uncomfortable shoes. Wounds on the feet such as these can cause ulcers that end in amputation

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Maintaining good control of your blood sugar (glucose) level and taking care of your feet every day can help you avoid serious foot problems.

There is a lot you can do to prevent serious problems on your feet. Here we will tell you how:

• Take care of your diabetes
• Make healthy choices about your lifestyle to keep your blood sugar level close to normal. Keeping your blood sugar level controlled can prevent the development of foot problems, eye and kidney diseases related to diabetes.

Work with your doctor to create a diabetes management plan that fits your lifestyle.

He will help you:

• Know how and when to measure the blood sugar level.
• Taking medications.
• Eat regular meals every day that contain a variety of healthy, low-fat, high-fiber foods, including fruits and vegetables.
• Increase your level of daily physical activity.
• Follow your foot care plan.
• Keep your medical appointments for vision, kidney and foot exams at least once a year.
• Examine your feet every day

You can have serious problems in your feet without feeling pain. Examine your feet to see if you have cuts, blisters, sores, red spots, swelling, or infected nails. Take time every day to check your feet (at night it's better). Make the foot exam a part of your daily routine.

If you have difficulty stooping to see your feet, an unbreakable mirror can help you see your feet. You can also ask for help from a family member or your doctor.

Be sure to consult your doctor immediately if a cut, sore, blister or bruise on one foot does not begin to heal within a day.

Wash your feet every day

Wash your feet in warm water, not hot. Do not soak or leave your feet in water for a long time as this may dry out your skin.

Before bathing or showering, make sure the water is not too hot. You can use a thermometer (from 32 ° C to 35 ° C is ideal) or use the elbows to measure the temperature of the water.

Dry your feet well. Be sure to dry between your fingers. Use talc to keep the skin dry between your fingers.

Keep your skin soft

Apply some skin cream on top and the bottom of the feet.

Do not apply skin cream between your toes as this can cause an infection.

Smooth and soften your calluses delicately

After bathing or showering, use pumice to soften calluses. Pumice stone is a type of stone used to soften the skin. Use it delicately, rubbing gently in one direction only, to avoid cutting the skin.

Do not cut corns. Do not use razors or ointments or liquids to remove corns - these can damage the skin.

If you have difficulty with corns, consult your doctor or podiatrist.

Rub the calluses gently with a pumice stone.

Be sure to consult your doctor immediately if a cut, sore, blister or bruise on one foot does not begin to heal within a day.

Cut your toenails every week or earlier if necessary

Cut your toenails with a nail clipper after washing and drying your feet.

Cut your toenails in a straight line and then soften them with a nail file.

Do not cut the corners of the toenails.

If you do not see well, or if the toenails are thick and yellow, have a podiatrist trim them.

Wear shoes and socks at all times

Wear shoes and socks at all times. Do not walk barefoot - not even inside your house - because you could easily step on something and hurt your feet.

Always wear socks, cotton socks or nylon socks with your shoes to prevent blisters and sores.

Choose cotton or wool socks. These help keep your feet dry.

Each time you put your shoes on, inspect them inside to make sure that the inner lining is smooth and smooth and that there are no objects inside.

Wear shoes that fit well and protect your feet.

Check the inside of your shoes before putting them on.

Protect your feet from heat and cold

Wear shoes on the beach or on hot surfaces.

Put sunscreen on the top of your feet to prevent sunburn.

Keep your feet away from radiators and fires.

Do not warm your feet with bottles or hot water bottles or with electrical appliances.

Wear socks at night if your feet get cold. In winter, lined boots are good for keeping your feet warm.

Examine your feet often during cold seasons to avoid and prevent freezing.

Protect your feet when walking on hot surfaces.

Be sure to consult your doctor immediately if a cut, sore, blister or bruise on one foot does not begin to heal within a day.

Maintain good blood circulation to the feet

Raise your legs when you are sitting.

Move the toes for 5 minutes, 2 or 3 times a day. Move your ankles up and down, and from side to side to improve blood circulation in legs and feet.

Do not cross your legs for a long time.

Do not wear socks or tight stockings, elastics or garters around your legs.

Do not smoke. Smoking reduces the circulation of blood to your feet. Ask your doctor or nurse for help to stop smoking.

If you have high blood pressure or high cholesterol, check with your doctor to reduce it.

Be more active

Tell your doctor to plan an appropriate physical activity program for you.

Walking, dancing, swimming and biking are good types of physical activity that are not harmful to the feet.

Avoid activities that are bad for the feet such as running and jumping.

Always warm up before doing any physical activity and relaxation after doing it.

Wear athletic shoes that fit well and offer good support.

Walking fast is a good form of physical activity.

Be sure to consult your doctor immediately if a cut, sore, blister or bruise on one foot does not begin to heal within a day.

Consult your doctor various aspects

• Explore the sensitivity and pulse in your feet at least once a year.
• Tell you if you are likely to have serious foot problems. If you have these problems, your feet should be examined every time you go to the office.
• I taught him how to take care of his feet.
• Refer a podiatrist if necessary.
• Decide if it would help you keep your feet healthy by wearing special shoes.
• I explore sensitivity in the feet.

Start right now

Start taking care of your feet today.

Take time each day to examine the feet.

Write down the date of your next medical appointment.

Print the tips on foot care and put the sheet on the wall of the bathroom or your room, or on the nightstand as a reminder.

Print and complete the "Tasks" list. Start right now

Choose a date to buy the things you need to care for your feet: nail clippers, pumice stone, nail file, skin cream, talcum powder, unbreakable mirror, socks, sports shoes, and slippers (slippers).

And most importantly, be consistent with taking care of your feet ... start right now with a special gift like a new pair of cotton socks. You deserve it!

Be sure to consult your doctor immediately if a cut, sore, blister or bruise on one foot does not begin to heal within a day.

Suggestions for a suitable footwear

The right footwear is very important to prevent serious problems in the feet. Sports shoes made of canvas or leather are good for everyday use. These shoes give good support to the feet and allow them to "breathe."

Never wear shoes made of vinyl or plastic because they do not fit well or let your feet "breathe."

When buying shoes, make sure they are comfortable from the start and that they have enough space for your fingers.

Do not buy shoes with sharp or high-heeled shoes. These produce too much pressure on the fingers.

Tasks: make plans today to take care of your feet throughout life

Mark each point when you have done it:

• I printed the advice sheet for foot care and placed it where I see it every day.
• I bought a pair of nail clippers, a nail file, and a pumice stone.
• I bought a pair of soft socks made of cotton or wool.
• I bought a pair of shoes that are comfortable for me and that cover my feet. I gave away the shoes that do not fit me.
• I put slippers (slippers) on the side of the bed to use when getting up.
• I bought an unbreakable mirror to help me see the soles of my feet.
• I will ask a relative or health professional for help if I can not see my feet.
• I will go to my next medical appointment.
• I will ask my doctor if I need to wear special shoes.
• I will plan a physical activity program with my doctor.
• I will stop smoking.

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Diabetic foot: The ideal footwear

In people with diabetes, the use of inappropriate footwear causes 80% of foot injuries. Knowing how to choose good shoes is essential if we want to avoid complications.



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It has become an indispensable complement to fashion, especially for women, but footwear is, above all, a basic element of safety and protection for the feet , especially in the case of people with diabetes. They protect us from the temperatures and the discomfort of the soil, but, despite being so fundamental to our well-being, we do not give them enough importance.

Diabetic foot, problematic foot

Having diabetes makes us more likely to suffer from foot problems. Diabetes can cause nerve damage, which can make us less sensitive when it comes to perceiving an injury or pressure on the feet and do not notice it until there is already a wound or a serious infection.

In addition, diabetes changes the body's ability to fight infections. The damage to the blood vessels causes less blood and oxygen to reach the feet . Because of this, small sores, cracks or wounds on the skin can develop into deep skin ulcers . If we do not take proper care of them, they can become infected and, if they become gangrenous, it may be necessary to amputate the affected part of the foot , often the fingers. Hence the importance of wearing your feet at all times with comfortable shoes to avoid injury.

Socks also matter

Always wear shoes with socks or stockings , but make sure they do not have seams or seams and that they are made of natural fabrics (linen, cotton, wool), which perspire better. They should not have elastics that tighten the leg or foot, to avoid poor circulation.

Choose the most suitable footwear

    They must be leather and breathable. They should be of good quality, so forget about those shoes that are not genuine leather.

•     Make sure they do not oppress you or leave you loose.
•     With the ability to incorporate templates.
•     With wide and high forefoot, to allow the mobility of the fingers. Nothing of narrow tips.
•     With lycra on the sides, so they are easier to put on and take off and adapt better to the shape of the foot.
•     They should have a smooth inner lining, without seams, to avoid chafing.
•     Lightweight, weighing little.
•     The sole must be shock absorbing and non-slip rubber. And with a heel between 2 and 3 cm high and wide base.

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Care of the feet in diabetics

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Here we recommend a series of simple measures in relation to foot care:

As a result of poor control of diabetes, there is a decrease in the blood supply of the legs (vasculopathy) and an involvement of the nerves of the legs and feet (neuropathy), this is what we call diabetic foot.

When we are facing a decompensated diabetes with long evolution, the chances of lesions on the feet increase.


HYGIENE AND CARE OF THE FEET IN THE DIABETIC PATIENT

The care of the feet is very important and more so in the diabetic patient, because due to the decrease in sensitivity, with or without the coexistence of blood flow deficit, injury or ulceration can occur.

The prevention of ulcers or infections in the foot of the diabetic will depend on the degree of knowledge that the patient has in terms of hygiene, hydration or footwear.

Do not forget, it's up to you.

Follow the following instructions:

"You should observe your feet every day, looking for any small scratches, wounds or redness." Six places on the sole of the foot should be controlled: the tip of the big toe, the base of the small fingers, the base of the middle fingers, also the heel and the outside of the foot and the plant ".

HYGIENE

It is necessary to wash the foot daily with mitten, soft sponge or hand and warm water (less than 37º). Do not prolong the bath beyond 5 minutes so as not to cause the skin to macerate. Use neutral soap adding paraffin oil to the water to make it more emollient.


DRYING

To dry the feet it is better to do it by contact, avoiding friction as much as possible and paying special attention to the interdigital areas. If the foot does not dry well, the growth of pathogenic microorganisms is usually favored.

Hydration of diabetic feet

HYDRATION

After daily hygiene apply moisturizer on the heel plant and back of both feet to prevent dryness. For this use 15% urea creams. Hydrating the interdigital spaces or doing massages with alcohol or cologne is counterproductive.

THE ONES

The nails have a protective function, therefore, they should protrude 1 or 2 mm in front of the finger and in this sense, the nail cut should be straight and not curved like in the hands, the nails should be cut with round tip scissors or file with a cardboard file never metallic.

CALLICIDES

Do not use callicides or pumice stones, or manipulate calluses or other lesions on your feet, if you detect any abnormality, consult with your healthcare team.

FOOTWEAR

Knowing how to choose footwear is very important.

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Shoe characteristics

•     Leather and non-slip sole
•     With laces or velcro
•     Wide heel and not too high (2-3 cm in men and 5 cm in women)
•     Seamless inside
•     Adjustable thermos
•     Lycra shovel (in case of alteration in the fingers)
•     Soles and heels must not be worn
•     They should not squeeze or be too baggy because they produce chafing
•     When buying new shoes it is convenient to go to the last hour of the day because it is when the foot is more bloated
•     Do not always wear the same footwear
•     The adaptation to new shoes must be progressive.

Check the inside of the shoe every day with your hand in search of anything that, however small (pebble, ...), passes unnoticed and can cause an injury or chafing.

PROTECTION

Avoid walking barefoot on any surface or floor. The foot should always be (at home, on the beach, in the pool etc.) well protected, to prevent unnecessary injuries.

Regarding the dress of the feet, never use synthetic socks and thick seams, or garters or belts that compress and compromise the circulation is most appropriate to use socks made of natural fibers (cotton, yarn or wool) and light tones for detection precocious wound

Do not use electric pads, hot water bottles or any other source of heat to warm your feet. You may burn without realizing it due to altered sensitivity.

TOBACCO

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The tobacco narrows the arteries and does not favor an adequate supply of oxygen to your feet. Go periodically to your doctor to ensure good control of your diabetes and other cardiovascular risk factors (hypertension, dyslipidemia, etc.). It is advisable to exercise daily in the form of walks on flat terrain and at a good pace for at least one hour.

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Prevention of diabetic foot: Measures to be taken

Establishing adequate prevention in patients with diabetes is extremely important to avoid, control and minimize the appearance of diabetic foot and, therefore, its complications.

The presence of diabetic foot is the most serious and costly complication among all that Diabetes Mellitus triggers. The existence of an ulceration can be in many cases, the principle of a major or minor amputation with the consequences that this implies.



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Diabetic foot prevention program

It is demonstrated that with a well implemented prevention program , amputation rates can be reduced by 49-85%.

Without a doubt: Prescribing prevention in patients with diabetes, should be the first therapeutic option that we should sign and seal, to avoid diabetic foot.

The first thing that we must achieve is to make the patient with diabetes understand (always without being alarmists) the severity of his illness , how important it is to have a good control of it and the consequences that can be triggered , if the diagnosis becomes trivialized. Diabetes Mellitus .

Not all people with Diabetes Mellitus have the same risk of suffering diabetic foot, being the factors of greater risk the presence of:

•     Peripheral neuropathy
•     Deformities in the foot (bunions, claw toes, presence of bony prominences, ingrown toenails, etc.)
•     Peripheral vascular disease.
•     History of previous injury / ulceration or amputation.

Without forgetting, we also have other factors to control in patients with diabetes, because their presence added to those cited above, can multiply by four the possibility of developing some type of injury and therefore a diabetic foot such as:

•     Present more than 10 years of evolution of his diabetes with poor metabolic control (high glycemia persistently).
•     Bad hygienic habits of your feet.
•     Use of inappropriate shoes.
•     Smoking
•     Obesity.
•     Hypertension.

We are all clear at this point, that in order to control the   diabetic foot it is essential to approach from a multidisciplinary team , where the patient with diabetes is one more of the team , because, but we get the diabetic patient is involved in their disease and control of it, I dare to say, that the prognosis of the diabetic foot will not be the most optimal.

Health professionals, we must instruct our diabetic patients (in a clear, understandable and individualized) improving their ability to control , teaching them to identify possible problems they may have in the foot and motivating them to have an active collaboration in their prevention .

Appropriate steps to follow

For this we must train their skills and instruct them in the appropriate steps to follow, such as:

•     What basic care can be carried out at home and how they should be carried out.
•     When they should go to the consultation.
•     What should they do if they observe that they have an ulcer or if the ulcer that they have worsens their evolution.
•     What are the risk factors that harm you?
•     Among the existing therapeutic options, which are the most suitable for your ulcer.
•     What should they do when the ulcer is closed and, above all, how to prevent them from having another one?
•     How often should they go to the podiatrist to keep a good maintenance of their feet.

It is our responsibility to teach diabetes patients how to properly care for their foot.

Another parameter that we must take into account is that, on many occasions, when patients leave the clinic they do not remember anything more than a small portion of what is spoken. Therefore, it is important that this training is carried out in several sessions and we provide it in writing .

The use of different methods such as triptychs, photographs, phantoms, etc. In addition to helping us to give proper training to diabetic foot patients, they also help us to evaluate if the patient with diabetes has understood the content of the explained, if he is motivated to carry it out and if he has acquired the skills for his personal care.

The international diabetic foot group defines what are the points that must be addressed when instructing high-risk patients through a comprehensive foot care plan that includes:

•     Treatment by professionals specialized in foot care (podiatrists).
•     Skilled footwear specialized and properly prescribed ( not worth any footwear ).
•     Health education of the patient.

PREVENTIVE MEASURES TO BE TAKEN BY THE PATIENT AT RISK OF HAVING DIABETIC FOOT:

1. Strict control of glucose

2. No smoking

3. Daily inspection of the feet

You need to check your feet daily, either directly or through the use of a mirror. Another option is for another person to check your feet, in case the person with diabetes can not do so or has visual disturbances.

It is best to always establish the same pattern: check back of the foot, examine well the interdigital areas and finally the sole of the foot. In this way, we can detect any variation in sample skin or nails early.

4. Periodic washing of the feet

Use warm water, about 37º. Check the temperature of the water before submerging the foot with a thermometer or with the elbow, to avoid burns.

5. Careful drying

With a fine towel, cellulose or toilet paper, especially in the interdigital areas or in the skin folds.

6. Do not use irritant products

Like callicides, alcohol, home remedies or blades to remove hardness and calluses.

7. Daily hydration

Avoiding the interdigital areas and the excess of creams that could cause the development of fungi in the feet.

8. Cut or file the nails in a straight line

With blunt scissors or straight tip pliers.

9. Calluses, hardness, thick or curved nails

They must be removed and checked by your podiatrist.

10. Do not walk barefoot at home or out of it

Always use appropriate footwear based on each terrain and circumstance.

11. Inspect the inside of the shoe before putting it on

Make sure with your hand that there is no object inside the shoe that could injure or trigger an ulcer.

12. Perform daily change of socks

Try to buy socks without internal seams or put them with the seams out (inside out), to avoid chafing. Use natural fabrics such as cotton, yarn or wool.

13. Do not wear tight shoes

Wear comfortable footwear, with rounded toe, wide in the forefoot (that respects the width of our foot), flexible back, with wide heel of 2-3 cm and sturdy soles with a good shank and adequate reinforcements, to help us to walk.

With some exceptions and always by prescription of your podiatrist, the footwear should not be able to bend as if it were a cloth.

14. Do not use electric blankets, heaters, hot water bags

It could burn

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How to protect the feet in diabetes

Prevention is key

It is also important to perform an annual check with your doctor to determine whether or not it presents a risk of developing foot problems.



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In addition, there are a number of simple steps that people with neuropathy can take to ensure good foot care:

• * Inspect the feet every day, including the plants and the space between the fingers.
• * Check the shoes (inside and outside) before putting them on.
• * Cut your nails regularly.
• * Wear comfortable footwear (with plenty of room for your fingers) and the right size.
• * Do not walk barefoot.
• * Avoid contact of the foot with heat sources (stoves, radiators, containers with hot liquid).

If your doctor does not check your feet, please let him know. Prevention is the key to a good quality of life.

Diabetes can damage the nerves in the feet and reduce sensitivity. This way, you may not notice a foot injury or blister until it is very advanced. Another reason for the lack of sensitivity may be peripheral vascular disease, a complication in which blood flow to the feet or legs decreases.

The combination of nerve damage (neuropathy) and an insufficient supply of blood in the legs and feet in people with diabetes, usually leads to the appearance of ulcers, infection and gangrene. This can, ultimately, lead to amputation and even death.

Diabetes can affect the nerves in the feet and make it harder to perceive wounds. An uncured wound can become infected.

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How to prevent ulcers on the feet for diabetic

The best strategy to prevent complications of diabetes, such as foot ulcers, is to properly control diabetes with a healthy diet, regular exercise, blood sugar control and compliance with the prescribed medication regimen.



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Proper foot care will help prevent problems with the feet and will guarantee immediate medical attention when a problem arises. The tips for proper foot care include the following:

    Check your feet daily. Check your feet once a day for blisters, cuts, cracks, sores, redness, tenderness or swelling. If you have trouble reaching your feet, use a hand mirror to look at the soles of your feet. If you find it uncomfortable to hold the mirror, place it on the floor or ask someone else for help.

    Wash your feet every day. Wash your feet daily with warm water (not hot). Dry them gently, especially between your fingers. Use a pumice stone to gently rub the skin of the area where calluses are usually formed.

    Sprinkle talcum or corn starch between the toes to keep the skin dry. Use a lotion or moisturizer on the back and sole of the feet to keep the skin soft. Prevent cracking of dry skin helps prevent the entry of bacteria.

    Do not eliminate calluses or other lesions of the feet yourself. To avoid injuring the skin, do not use nail files, clippers or nail scissors on calluses, corns, bunions, or warts. Do not use chemicals to eliminate warts. Consult your doctor or foot specialist (podiatrist) to eliminate any of these injuries.

    Cut your nails carefully. Cut your nails straight. File the sharp edges carefully, using a nail file. If you can not cut your nails yourself, ask a caregiver for help.
    Do not walk barefoot. To prevent foot injuries, do not walk barefoot, even inside the house.
    Use dry and clean socks. Use socks made of fibers that keep perspiration away from the skin, like special acrylic fibers and cotton, not nylon. Avoid socks with tight elastic that reduce circulation, or socks with seams that can irritate the skin.

    Buy shoes that fit well. Buy comfortable shoes that provide support and cushion the heel, arch and foot pad (metatarsal region). Avoid tight shoes and high heels or narrow shoes that squeeze the toes.

•     If one foot is larger than the other, choose the right size for the largest foot. The doctor can recommend specially designed shoes (orthopedic shoes) that adjust to the exact shape of your feet, cushion and distribute the weight of the body evenly.
•     Do not smoke. Cigarette smoking worsens circulation and decreases the amount of oxygen in the blood. These circulatory problems can make the wounds more serious and the scarring is poor. Talk to your doctor if you need help to stop smoking.
•     Program periodic checks of the feet. The doctor or podiatrist can inspect the feet for early signs of nerve injury, circulation problems or other foot problems. Program controls the feet at least once a year, or more often, as recommended by the doctor.

Signs of problems

Contact your doctor if you have the following:

•     Ingrown toenails
•     Blisters
•     Plantar warts (skin-colored bumps with dark spots appearing on the soles of the feet)
•     Athlete's foot
•     An open sore or bleeding
•     Swelling
•     Redness
•     Heat in an area
•     Pain (although you probably do not feel anything if you have a nerve injury)
•     Discoloration of the skin
•     An unpleasant smell
•     An ulcer that lasts more than one or two weeks
•     An ulcer more than 3/4 of an inch (2 centimeters)
•     A pain that does not improve quickly
•     An ulcer so deep that you can see the bone below

The doctor will check your foot to make a diagnosis and prescribe the appropriate treatment.

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Know the benefits of caffeine

Whenever we talk about caffeine, we hear about its stimulating properties and the precautions that must be taken when consuming it. However, this substance is also a good ally in the field of beauty.

"It has a very low caloric intake and applied to the skin has many benefits," says Catalina Manzur, kinesiologist and director of the Be Mom clinic. This is why, he adds, it is incorporated into many cosmetic products as an active ingredient and many aesthetic centers perform treatments with it, called caffeine therapy.



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Of course, the kinesiologist warns that its use in beauty is not recommended for everyone. "In general, for pregnancy period is not recommended, because it can pass into the bloodstream, or in the postpartum could change the taste of milk. The same for those with pathologies (hypertension, altered glycemia, thyroid problems, heart disease, etc.) that are not controlled, that is, they are destabilized. Those who are under medical supervision, there is no problem ", explains Catalina Mazur.

The specialist explains that these contraindications are due to being a large organ, the skin has a great capacity for absorption, especially when the compound - in this case caffeine - is in high concentrations. Because of this, he says, a good medical evaluation is always important before using it.

What is it for? Then we tell you some of the uses that is given to this alkaloid in the world of beauty.

For the hair

According to several studies, caffeine has the ability to interact with the follicles, helping hair grow faster. What happens is that this compound - which is found in many plants such as yerba mate, guarana and tea - blocks the effects of dihydrotestosterone (DHT), an androgen known to damage follicles and cause hair loss. .

Although, it serves to drink it, in fact the greater effect is obtained when applying it of topical way and this is why several shampoo have incorporated it between its ingredients.

Against cellulite

"Caffeine is a strong lipolytic," says Catalina Manzur. This means that it stimulates the elimination of localized fats and, consequently, improves the appearance of cellulite, which is an alteration of the fat cell.

According to Catalina Manzur, the key to anti-cellulite treatments with caffeine work is the concentration of caffeine, hence the gels and creams sold in commerce serve rather as a maintenance, because as they are aimed at a standard audience , the amount of caffeine they contain is not very high.

"The products that are sold with less percentage help, but rather to maintain a skin that has already been worked. If a person has a lot of cellulite, they will not have a great effect, "he says.

There are also clothing items-pants, socks, underwear and leggings-impregnated with caffeine microcapsules, which is released gradually on the skin as the person uses them for several hours a day. Of course, many of the companies that manufacture them have been fined, since in general the effectiveness of their products has not been proven with scientific evidence.

As an exfoliant

Caffeine is also an excellent natural product to exfoliate and remove dead skin cells. There are gels and soaps that contain it, but it is also possible to make a coffee-based exfoliant at home.

"By applying directly the ground coffee and gently massaging the area to be treated, it is possible to eliminate dead cells and impurities, leaving the skin much softer and more radiant," says Catalina Manzur.

As a decongestant

Another of the properties of caffeine is its ability to stimulate blood circulation, and that is why it works very well to decongest, reduce swelling and reduce dark circles.

"There are cosmetics for the eye contour in roll-on format created with a formula based on caffeine that are indicated, especially to combat tired eyes, reduce dark circles and bags, and energize the skin," says the kinesiologist. There are also creams and gels for the same area, which have it among their ingredients.

To fight wrinkles

Finally, caffeine is an important source of antioxidants, which protect the body from the damage caused by free radicals. The latter are responsible for the premature aging of the skin, that is, the appearance of the dreaded wrinkles.

Also, by increasing blood circulation, caffeine helps oxygenate tissues, thanks to which the skin looks more luminous and smooth.

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Properties of caffeine and its effects on the body

Caffeine is a stimulating substance that is found naturally not only when drinking coffee, but also in many other natural products, such as tea leaves, cocoa, maté grass ... etc.



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After its intake, it is absorbed quickly and caffeine begins to take effect in the body, so it is normal to feel almost immediately a feeling of well-being, which increases as it stimulates the secretion of dopamine. In addition to offering benefits at a psychic level and filling us with energy when we need it, our body obtains other benefits from caffeine, namely:

•     Coffee makes us produce more saliva and gastric juices, thus facilitating digestion.
•     It is an excellent antioxidant, attacking free radicals that can damage our healthy cells.
•     It seems that caffeine can alleviate some symptoms to Parkinson's patients.

But beware of excessive consumption or the time of day when we drink a cup of coffee, because when consumed as a drink to not sleep, we can exceed the amount that is recommended to take a day (about 300 mg a day / 2 cups), with the consequent damage: anxiety, insomnia, nervousness, headache ... In addition, the consumption of caffeine can lead to tolerance and dependence (we want more and we have less effect).

Drinking caffeine affects our sleep

Caffeine crosses the blood- brain barrier and, by means of a complex cerebral blocking mechanism, inhibits the action of a series of neurotransmitters and substances that control the waking sleep cycle (especially adenosine), according to some studies.

Although it begins to take effect around 10 minutes after having consumed the dose, its maximum effect is 45 minutes after having taken it.

However there are some tips that we want to offer from Grupo Lo Monaco, so that you can enjoy the pleasures that this substance offers us without affecting us that affects us to sleep:

    You should never exceed 300 mg of caffeine per day (how curious to note that the intake of 10 grams of caffeine would cause certain death). For the calculation, the following table can serve as a guide:

• 1 cup of coffee 120 mg.
• 1 cup of tea 30-70 mg.
• 1 cup of decaffeinated 0.3 mg
• 33cl tails 30-40 mg.
• 1 chocolate bar 70mg.

    Avoid caffeinated beverages after 3:00 in the afternoon: A coffee for tea is not the best option, if we take into account that caffeine takes about half an hour to an hour, and that its average life in the body is 5 hours. hours.
    Remember that not only coffee contains caffeine: chocolate, tea and even mate too, so it balances the amount you drink throughout the day.

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The benefits, or not? of water with caffeine

It was in 2011 when the fashion of waters with caffeine reached Spain. A trend that has continued to increase and whose benefits are still in doubt.

Caffeine is cosmetic has been used for years to fight free radicals, moisturize, protect, improve blood circulation ... that is why it is widely used in the contours of eyes and anti-cellulite products.But in the water its benefits are not proven .



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In fact, we consume, through different beverages, so much caffeine (soft drinks, coffees, teas ...) that the water is contaminated, as it was published in this investigation of the Journal of Toxicology .

Be it through water, coffee, tea, juices ... caffeine as a stimulant is harmful to health if taken in abusive conditions. Nutritionists do not recommend more than 300 milligrams a day, which would be about three cups of coffee.

According to Euromonitor , water with caffeine , with flavors, with different properties, have found a strong market niche in sports, where gas and sugars are worse seen. The barometer also states that in the United States these waters are already consumed more than other beverages, especially driven by coconut water in the United States.

Part of the success of caffeinated water is that it can be taken cold, it does not provide sugars, it improves athletic performance , it does not have flavors or aromas in many cases ...

The main countries with caffeinated waters, after the United States, are Sweden, Norway, Denmark ... One of the oldest waters was born in 1996, it is Water Joe, created by students who did not like coffee. It contains no sugars, no taste, no calories, no gluten, it's vegan ... the star ingredient, caffeine, is 120 mg in a liter of water. It is bottled in Wisconsin , so it is a 100% American product.



12 benefits of coffee that maybe you did not know

There are many, when consumed in moderation and without extras

It is antioxidant: Coffee is not just caffeine, it also contains substances with antioxidant properties. Flavonoids act as a defense against possible diseases and attacks of microorganisms and also delay the aging of cells. The amount of antioxidants that a cup can offer depends on the type of green coffee, the roasting and the way of preparation.

Help against diabetes: Caffeine activates the cells of the pancreas, which are responsible for producing the insulin our body needs. For this reason, drinking coffee daily decreases the risk of developing type two diabetes. The possibilities are reduced by 7% if the consumption is low and by 25% if you drink three or four cups a day.

Slimming: A cup of coffee does not do magic but it can be an ally in the diets because it generates a feeling of fullness and provides only two calories. In addition, drinking coffee in the morning favors lipolysis: a metabolic process by which the same organism burns accumulated fats. Green coffee is even more beneficial because it prevents the absorption of calories from fats and carbohydrates, thus altering the way food is assimilated.

Good breath: Nothing can replace the toothbrush but it is good to know that coffee inhibits the development of bacteria in the mouth that cause halitosis. This happens when the coffee is taken alone; if it is mixed with milk, it can ferment and generate the opposite effect.

Relieves migraines: Caffeine can relieve severe headaches and even enhance the effect of some pain killers.


Healthy heart: Coffee can be good for the heart if it is consumed moderately. Taking two to four cups a day generates a cardioprotective effect that decreases the risk of heart failure. But if there are more than five cups a day, the benefits are diluted and the heart can even suffer serious damage.

It promotes digestion: Caffeine increases gastric, pancreatic and saliva secretion, thus facilitating digestion.

Living mind: Coffee reduces the chances of suffering from neurodegenerative diseases. Caffeine has a neuroprotective effect that can prevent the onset of Parkinson's. In the case of Alzheimer's, caffeine inhibits the production of amyloid beta, a protein that, accumulated in the brain, is difficult to metabolize.

Lucky brain: Perhaps the most famous effect of caffeine on our body is to be stimulating. The truth is that coffee is a great encouragement: with habitual consumption, the brain and its cognitive functions benefit in many aspects. Memory, concentration and insight increase almost immediately after drinking. It sharpens the alert capacity, reaction time and performance. Improves mood.

Antidepressant: Drinking coffee every day decreases the risk of suffering from depression. Caffeine helps release dopamine and serotonin, neurotransmitters responsible for regulating mood. For this same reason, coffee is an option to take into account to counteract possible drowsiness when driving a vehicle.

Powerful Siesta: A coffee plus a 20-minute nap is the scientific formula for not being a zombie all day long. In this case, the order of the factors does matter: the secret is to have a quick coffee before the siesta. The explanation? The time it takes for caffeine to reach the brain is 20 minutes on average; Once there, it adheres to the receptor of adenosine, 'the molecule of fatigue'. Adenosine is an accessory product of brain activity that generates fatigue when it accumulates in the receptors. The nap should be 20 minutes at most to avoid falling into a deep sleep and take advantage of the stimulating effect of caffeine.

Improves sports performance: Coffee consumption is ideal before performing long-term exercises. Caffeine provides energy and increases physical resistance. By delaying the feeling of fatigue due to the action on adenosine, muscle capacity is favored. In addition, caffeine helps burn fat and conserve glycogen as an energy source.

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Discover the benefits of caffeine for hair

Caffeine is able to stimulate hair growth, according to the research of a German university

We generally associate coffee consumption with the awakening of the organism and that is why it is a beverage that is part of the daily routine of most women in Mexico. But in addition to helping the body to have more energy, the stimulating power of caffeine can also give other benefits to metabolism, such as cell regeneration and improved blood circulation, which can even favor the hair.



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Caffeine stimulates the growth and strengthening of hair

Recently a scientific study conducted by the University of Lübeck, Germany, and published in the International Journal of Dermatology, revealed that caffeine can stimulate hair growth and prolong its life cycle, the substance is responsible for blocking the effects of hair loss. hormone DHT, which acts inside the hair follicles causing the death of the cells that produce the hair and consequently causes the fall of the wicks.

The good news for women is that research has concluded that female hair follicles are more sensitive and respond more quickly to caffeine treatment than men. "When we did the experiment of applying the caffeine solution in the fragile hair follicles, we observed that the growth rate increased by 25%," explained Tobias U. Fischer, dermatologist at the University of Lübeck.

The substance also prevents breakage and capillary aging

In addition, caffeine also promotes blood flow by interacting with hair follicles, which improves the distribution of nutrients in the strands. Therefore, the stimulant offers an additional benefit by making the hair grow much stronger and healthier, and also prevents breakage. The antioxidant properties of the substance, in turn, help to combat the premature aging of the wicks.

However, having a cup of coffee every morning has no effect on hair growth. The consumption of the drink had no impact in this regard, it would be necessary to take a dose close to fifty cups per day. The best option is to use products that contain caffeine, such as shampoo, conditioner, tonic or leave-in and massage the scalp during its application on the hair.



The benefits of caffeine when running

The stimulating effect of a cup of coffee on the nervous system has been demonstrated, which keeps us alert and focused (not to mention the energizing sensation that many runners experience). In addition, its antioxidant effect reduces the risk of diabetes and heart disease, while caffeine reduces pain after training, and helps metabolize fats.
A few years ago, a study surprised brokers addicted to caffeine by suggesting that this substance decreased exercise performance. "Do not drink coffee before any physical activity", were the words of one of the authors of the study for which he was long remembered, "the caffeine is not as harmless as most of us think", explains the same scientist, Dr. Philipp Kaufmann, also a professor of cardiology in Switzerland.

To all this the big question is: What is the right dose?
A small amount of caffeine will raise your spirits a bit although studies suggest that, to affect your physical performance, you need more than 200 milligrams of this substance.
Use the following portions if you are looking for (or evading) some of this legal stimulant. You'll be surprised!

• Large American coffee (500ml) 260mg
• Espresso (30ml) 30-50mg
• Black tea (226grm) 40-70mg
• Green tea (226grm) 25-40mg
• Dietary cola soft drink (355ml) 45mg
• Cola soft drink (355ml) 34mg
• Can of Red Bull (251ml) 80mg
• Can of Sobe No Fear (500ml) 34mg
• Milk chocolate (28grm) 6mg
• Dark chocolate (28grm) 20mg
• Double Power Bar Gel 50mg
• Gel Double Clif Shot 100mg)

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Caffeine, benefits, effects and performance in performance

Caffeine is one of the substances most consumed today and is socially accepted and widespread. It is found in endless drinks, bars, gels, stimulants ... In addition, coffee is the perfect reason to stay with a friend and can be taken in many ways: alone, time, milk, cinnamon ... But what effects does caffeine have?



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Effects of caffeine and proven benefits

There are numerous epidemiological studies and systematic reviews that show the health benefits that we can obtain from this fantastic drink:

•     Loss of fat by activation of lípolisis
•     Greater mental performance
•     Greater alertness
•     Improvement of physical performance
•     Delays the appearance of sleep
•     Stimulation of the central nervous system
•     Improves insulin sensitivity (diabetes II)
•     Risk reduction in different types of cancer
•     Lower risk of cirrhosis, steatosis and liver fibrosis
•     Protetor effect of neurological diseases
•     Protective effect in hypertension and cardiovascular diseases (curiously, many people think otherwise)

Caffeine can be obtained from natural food sources:

•     Coffee
•     Tea leaves
•     Cocoa
•     Matte grass
•     Guarana
•     Cola nut

Many people ask if the tea is the same as caffeine and yes, the theine molecule is the same as the caffeine molecule and produces the same effects.

As a curiosity, the world anti-doping agency banned the use of caffeine until 2004. There are people who do not respond to the use of caffeine.

Caffeine and performance improvement

A habitual consumption of coffee creates tolerance, this is due to physiological mechanisms. Therefore, if we want to use it to improve performance, we should cycle it in order to obtain greater efficiency in its consumption.

Although there is no fixed protocol on how to cycle it, most studies suggest that caffeine consumption should be restricted for at least 14 days and then used to improve performance in a specific test.

To know when you should take caffeine doses in a competition, read the following caffeine and endurance sports article.




Benefits of drinking coffee that have revealed scientific research

There is no doubt that coffee has lights and shadows, but as more studies appear they seem to gain their benefits against their risks.

Although coffee originates in Ethiopia and the Arabian Peninsula, it is one of the favorite drinks of the western world and its consumption is widespread in Europe and America. Its main compound, caffeine, is a psychoactive drug with important effects on our nervous system and, in recent times, has been the subject of numerous scientific studies. The latest study published in July 2017 reveals that drinking three cups of coffee a day reduces the risk of death.

There is no doubt that coffee has lights and shadows, but as the investigations progress it seems that its benefits outweigh its damages. Coffee is not only a powerful stimulant (something that is good for some things, bad for others), it also has a vasodilating effect and seems to have a preventive effect on the appearance of diseases such as diabetes or some types of cancer. These are the ten reasons why coffee is beneficial for health.

1. It keeps us alert
Caffeine is the most important component of coffee, and the most consumed psychoactive in the world. As soon as you drink coffee, caffeine acts in the brain, blocking a neurotransmitter, adenosine, which increases other substances such as dopamine or norepinephrine, which accelerate brain activity.

Many studies in humans show that coffee improves several aspects of brain function. This includes memory, mood, vigilance, energy levels, reaction times and general cognitive function. In exchange for these advantages, coffee keeps us awake longer, which can cause sleep disorders. That's why most experts recommend not to drink more than four cups a day.

2. It helps us to burn fat
Caffeine is present in most food supplements that are supposed to help us lose weight. It is one of the few natural substances that help burn fat. The only bad news is that these positive effects of caffeine are decreasing in heavy drinkers.

3. Improve our physical performance
Many athletes drink several cups of coffee before competing, since caffeine increases adrenaline levels. This hormone prepares our body for exceptional physical effort: it causes the fat cells to break down body fat, releasing it as free fatty acids, which we use as fuel when we exercise.

4. Contains essential nutrients
We usually think of coffee as a simple mixture of water and caffeine, but infusion has many other essential nutrients for our body. A cup of coffee contains riboflavin (vitamin B2), pantothenic acid (vitamin B5), manganese, potassium, magnesium and niacin.

Coffee is also the largest source of antioxidants in the Western diet, since it has more than most fruits and vegetables.

5. It decreases the risk of suffering from diabetes
Type 2 diabetes, the most frequent, can be prevented with healthy lifestyle habits: maintaining a correct weight and exercising. But caffeine also seems to play a role in the equation. Several studies have shown that people who drink coffee have a risk between 23 and 50% lower diabetes. There are investigations that raise this effect up to 67%. The reason why this happens is not clear, but there is enough research to affirm that, however, coffee seems to prevent the appearance of the disease.

6. Reduces the possibility of suffering from neurodegenerative diseases
To date, there is no cure for Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease, the two main neurodegenerative diseases, and they are becoming more common due to the progressive aging of the population. In addition to healthy lifestyle habits, which seem to prevent the appearance of both disorders, it seems that coffee consumption also influences their development.

Several studies show that coffee drinkers may have 65% less chance of suffering from Alzheimer's, and between 32 and 60% (according to studies) of suffering from Parkinson's. It seems that caffeine is primarily responsible for this, since decaffeinated drinkers show no advantage.

7. Protects the liver from cirrhosis
The liver is our most voluminous viscus and the one that performs the most functions in our organism. One of the most common diseases in this is cirrhosis, closely related to alcoholism, but also with hepatitis. Combining the spirits with coffees, or betting on carajillo, will not free you from suffering from the ailment if you do not drink in moderation, but it seems that people who drink more than 4 cups of coffee a day have an 80% less chance of suffer the ailment.

8. Combat depression
According to a study by Harvard University, the risk of suffering from depression decreases when we increase the consumption of coffee, at least in women, which is the one with which the study was conducted. Women who consumed four or more cups of coffee a day developed depression by 20% less. Again, caffeine is responsible for this reduction, since women who consumed decaffeinated did not show any improvement.

The moderate consumption of coffee, in addition, can significantly reduce the chances of committing suicide. According to the group of researchers from the School of Public Health of Harvard University in Boston, those who drink coffee every day commit suicide up to 50% less than people who do not consume this beverage at all or who drink decaffeinated coffee. The favorable amount is between two and four cups of coffee per day.

9. Reduces the risk of suffering from certain types of cancer
A group of researchers from the American Society for Nutrition found that consumption of coffee in high amounts reduces the risk of colon cancer. The study was carried out in more than half a million people and ruled out the benefits of decaffeination. Finally, a Swedish study that came to light last year also linked the high consumption of caffeine (five or more cups a day) with the reduction of breast cancer.

10. Can reduce the risk of having a heart attack
It is known that caffeine increases blood pressure, but does not increase the risk of developing cardiovascular disease, but quite the opposite: it seems to prevent heart attacks.

One of the highest academic authorities in this field, Professor Peter Martin, who directs the Institute of Coffee Studies at Vanderbilt University, has criticized the "mistaken association" between caffeine and heart disease: "Last June a report was published that includes several of the studies carried out during the last decade that, precisely, relate consumption in moderate quantities with a reduction in the risk of suffering cardiac insufficiencies ". A few benefits that would only disappear if you consume more than four or five coffees a day.

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