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A deadly disease strikes surprising victims

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A recent study has shown that every 5 to 8 pounds of extra weight increases the chance of becoming diabetic by 6 percent where the unchecked blood sugar level can damage almost every part of the body, which can result in blindness, kidney failure and neuropathy. The story of Maria Pia DePasquale, a 38-year-old Vanderbilt professor is narrated who was unusually diagnosed by prediabetes.

Author: Katlan, Michelle
Publisher: Time Inc., Health
Publication Name: Health (San Francisco, CA)
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 1059-938X
Year: 2003
Personal narratives, Diagnosis, Influence, Diabetics, Diabetes, Diabetes mellitus, Health attitudes, DePasquale, Maria Pia

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In the balance

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A diet regimen designed to help tennis players have sufficient stores of energy for grueling matches is detailed. Recipes are provided that will supply a precise balance of carbohydrates, fat and protein.

Author: Katlan, Michelle
Publisher: Miller Sports Group
Publication Name: Tennis
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0040-3423
Year: 2001
Recipe

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20 ways to cut 100 calories

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Many tennis players find it difficult to maintain their weight at the ideal level. Several suggestions on how to decrease daily calorie intake are presented and discussed.

Author: Fiske, Susan
Publisher: Miller Sports Group
Publication Name: Tennis
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0040-3423
Year: 1996
Methods, Evaluation, Weight loss, Nutrition, Nutritional assessment

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Subjects list: Food and nutrition, Tennis players
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