Health Tip: Spotting a Tremor
A tremor is an uncontrolled, involuntary, rapid movement of a muscle, and can be caused by a medication or certain conditions such as Parkinson's disease.
Here are common signs of tremor, courtesy of the U.S. National Library of Medicine:
* Frequent, uncontrolled shaking of the hands, eyelids, head, arms or muscles.
* Shaking on one side of the body, or with a different severity on each side of the body.
* Shaking that occurs occasionally, intermittently or temporarily rather than constantly.
* Nodding or quivering of the head.
* Shaking that stops during sleep.
* Worsening of shaking symptoms during stress.
* A shaking or quivering sound to the voice.
Health Tip: Considering Low-Carb?
Low-carbohydrate diets are rich in proteins (such as meats) and low in carbohydrates (such as breads and pastas).
Because of the limited food choices offered by these plans, some people on a low-carb diet may need to take a multivitamin and a fiber supplement to get needed nutrients, says the American Academy of Family Physicians.
Before starting any diet, the AAFP recommends talking to your doctor. A low-carb diet may not be a good idea for people with diabetes, kidney stones, high cholesterol, or women who are pregnant.
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