With all the processed food available, it's difficult to know the amount of sugar our blood ends up accumulating. Too much sugar can lead to a very serious disease we've all heard of — diabetes.

If you notice these three factors in your body, it's time to make a change in your nutrition habits:

1. Feeling hungry all the time

Feeling hungry throughout the day (even after you have eaten) indicates excess sugar in the bloodstream. If you notice excess or frequent hunger throughout your day, it's time to make a positive change in your diet.

2. Excessive thirst

No matter how much water you drink, that dry mouth feeling just won't go away. This is an important sign that your body needs to detox and cleanse. Keep drinking water and cut back the excess processed sugar you're consuming.

3. Going to the bathroom more often

The body eliminates toxins through urine, and needing to use the bathroom more than usual could mean your body is trying to get rid of excess sugar.

Although these are common symptoms of high blood sugar, they could also be related to other health issues, such as anxiety. Listen to your body and make sure you're giving it what it needs.

If your body is warning you of high blood sugar, here are some things you can do to change your lifestyle:

• Decrease processed foods, such as crackers, white bread, potatoes, soft drinks, juices and treats

• Decrease over-the-counter medication like pain-relievers

• Substitute high-sugar foods with low-sugar foods

• Prepare your meals at home

• Exercise regularly

When people don't change their habits and continue to take in large amounts of sugar, they can develop very serious illnesses. Be aware of these early signs of high blood sugar as noted by WebMD:

• Increased thirst

• Headaches

• Trouble concentrating

• Blurred vision

• Frequent bathroom visits

• Fatigue

• Weight loss

If you're experiencing any of these symptoms, it's best to talk to a doctor immediately to get the right help to fix it and prevent it from causing further issues.

This article has been adapted and translated from the original "3 fatores que indicam que você está com muito açúcar no sangue," which was originally published on familia.com.br.

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The way you parent your children will change over the years. Certainly, you can see changes you've made between how you raised your first child and how you raised your last. Hopefully, the improvements you've made to your parenting style happen early on in your child's life, rather than after they've moved out of the house.

But regardless of your parenting style (or if this is your 1st or 5th kid), there are some things you should never say to your child:

1. Do not lie

No one likes to argue with a child, especially if it's to get them to do something they don't like (taking medicine, going to the doctors, taking a test or thousands of other unpleasant things come to mind). However, phrases such as "this won't hurt" or any other lie shouldn't be said to your children. Remember, parents are role models. Your kids will learn to lie if you do.

2. Do not say yes all the time

Every responsible person wants the best for their kids. But love is not measured by giving into your child's every desire. It is actually quite the opposite. Your child needs limits...but beware of saying "no" all the time too. You wouldn't want to limit your child's creativity by always shooting down their suggestions.

3. Do not label

Are you familiar with how a sponge works? Children are the same way. Everyone has imperfections. While you don't want your child to think they are perfect and can do no wrong, you also won't want to raise children who feel defined by their imperfections. Be encouraging and supportive - and don't ever label your child.

4. Do not compare

Your child is already struggling to get your attention every day. And when you compare them to others (your brother was already playing piano at your age, your friend is the best soccer player, why can't you study like so-and-so) their self-esteem takes a hit. While you can point out the success of others, don't compare your child's faults or shortcomings to the success of those around them. Comparisons still hurt teens and adults too, so don't think comparison is a tactic you can use when they get older.

5. Do not criticize

No matter how bad the drawing, praise your child's creativity. Your child will get enough hurtful criticism from others in their life. Encourage your child by showing off their accomplishments to others with pride. Avoid condemning their achievements, appearance and choices.

6. Do not say what you don't want them to repeat

Swearing, indecent jokes, talking badly about others and complaining about everything are things you should not say in front of your children. They are always listening and are likely to repeat what you say.

7. Do not blame

The house is a mess and your child is probably responsible. But if you manage the situation without blaming your child, you can feel peace in your home. Don't place blame on such young shoulders.

Above all this, love your child. You are bound to slip up and make a few mistakes, but if you have a home full of love and support, those mistakes won't matter as much.

This article has been adapted and translated from the original, "7 coisas que você nunca deve dizer aos filhos," It was originally published on familia.com.br.

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Women have a big hearts, literally. It pumps about 5 liters of blood throughout the body and beats around 110,000 times per day. And this heart that works so hard can sometimes take a bit of a hit.

Symptoms such as chest pain, burning or pressure in certain places should be carefully investigated by an appropriate professional as soon as possible.

It may not be anything, but it may also be a sign that there is something wrong with your heart.

According to research published in the Canadian Journal of Cardiology, women need to stop thinking that a little pain in the chest is nothing and stop ignoring this symptom.

Whatever the intensity of pain is, it deserves an investigation.

The study showed that women, unlike men, need the pain to get worse or wait until there are other symptoms before seeking medical attention. And this mistake can be fatal. Symptoms of angina should never be ignored.

In the study of 31 cardiac patients, six stages were found in respondents after chest pain: uncertainty, denial, concern for family members, recognition of the severity, medical care, and acceptance.

And the big difference between the male and the female patients was that women took longer time than men in the denial stage, in addition to waiting for family members to say that something is not right.

Women are more prone to heart disease, despite the great popular belief that it is prominently a male problem.

Women also believe that they don't want to become a burden, they are overacting, or have too much on their plate to worry about it, thus undermining prevention.

While in the study, the women who participated were between 44 and 84 years old.

Therefore, age is no excuse for chest pain or just a little pain. It can even occur early on.

By waiting any little longer, the gravity can be great and you can be putting your life at risk.

To recap, feeling pressure in the chest, burning, or a feeling of tightness signifies that it may be time to do the check up to know for sure if all is well with your heart.

Prevention is still the best choice for those who want to have live life a little longer.

Translated from the original article, "

Saúde da mulher: Um sintoma urgente que você nunca deve ignorar"by Michelle Coronetti.

Saúde da mulher: Um sintoma urgente que você nunca deve ignorar

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He's arrived! And he's so adorable, but so helpless and frail. The responsibility of caring for your newborn can be a huge burden for parents, whether this little baby is the first, second or eighth child. A gift from heaven, babies always bring joy and comfort to your home. But it is important to know what to do with your newborn to make sure he stays safe and sound.

Don't let anyone kiss your newborn

It may sound like an old wives' tale, but it's true. During the first weeks of your baby's life, contact with bacteria and germs can cause some serious problems for your little guy. Kissing (and unwashed hands) can introduce unwanted illnesses, because their little immune systems just aren't quite up to protecting their body from getting sick. As a parent, ask people to not kiss your newborn, wash their hands before holding him and to come back later if they are sick. Avoid taking your child to crowded places where there's a higher risk of getting sick. Soon he'll be ready for these kinds of adventures, but you'll need to be a little patient first.

Don't change the pace of the home

Your newborn may need a lot of attention, but try not to disrupt the home for everyone else inside. Don't feel like you need to close windows or curtains during the day so he will sleep better. You don't have to stop everyone from chatting, watching TV or listening to the radio because he is napping. During the evening, try to keep your routine. Put everyone else to sleep, and turn down the lights like you would normally do to get your baby used to the daily routine of things. Don't worry if he has noisy little siblings; the sooner your new baby gets used to the noise of the day, the better he will sleep, no matter the time.

Don't leave dirty diapers on too long

This seems like common sense, but it's important to remember. They may be tiny, but newborn babies excrete and urinate much more than a 6-month-old baby. This means that newborns will need to be changed more frequently (and will need to eat pretty often, too). Check your baby's diaper on a regular basis to make sure they aren't uncomfortable or need to be changed. This will also help prevent diaper rash.

Don't offer a pacifier

Your baby was born with a strong instinct to suck, and your breast milk is the best food for him. Sucking on a pacifier too early can create confusion with their eating schedules. Your baby is used to your body heat, your heartbeat and your scent — breastfeeding is a comfortable experience for your newborn. Of course, not all mothers can breastfeed, and should by no means feel poorly if this is the case. If your baby needs to be bottle-fed, follow the instructions of your doctor. And never forget to sterilize items well before feeding your baby.

Don't over-do the outfits

Your newborn may always appear to be cold, but don't go to the extreme. It's true that little babies don't get much warmth from moving around, but excess clothing can cause fever and dehydration if you aren't careful. Dress your newborn in layers so you can easily add or remove clothes to keep the temperature just right.

Don't skip an appointment

Rain or shine, morning or night, be sure to take your little one to the doctor if there are problems. Always schedule your appointments regularly, and don't skip visits. As new parents, you may be worried about something that is totally normal, but only a professional will be able to tell for sure. Your doctor will be able to separate the normal from the abnormal; let him or her be the judge of things.

Our list could be much longer, but these are some things to keep in mind as you are giggling and snuggling with your little babe. After all, is there anything more precious than a newborn baby?

This article is an adaptation and translation of the original article "6 coisas que você NUNCA deve fazer com um recém-nascido". It has been adapted, translated, and republished here with permission.

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Every parent hopes for the best for their children. Although, occasionally parents are less careful than they should be when it comes to using unkind words.

Over the decades, childraising skills have been examined and reformed. As a result, a slow and sometimes-negative progress has emerged. Controversies have constantly arisen on the subject of how to teach and raise children.

Unfortunately, the vision of child raising tends to change once a parent's child grows out of her toddler years. Parents often perceive that, had they reacted differently in those moments, they would have felt more successful as a parent.

Here are a few tips:

1. Do not lie

No one likes to convince a child to do something tedious, like taking medicine or studying for a test. Telling them things such as "It won't hurt," or other similar lies should not be told to children or teenagers. Remember that you are an example and a model to your children. If you tell lies, they, too, will start to lie.

2. Do not always tell them "yes."

Any responsible man or woman wants what is best for those they care for. Love, however, is not measured in things but rather through limits placed and attention given. However, do not stifle your child's creativity by abusing the word "no." Balance and fairness are key.

3. Do not label your children

Just as a sponge sucks up all the water around it, so do children absorb every word you say. He will grow to believe that he really is stupid, obnoxious, fat, ugly or whatever else you tell him. Nobody is perfect.

4. Do not compare

Your child is already trying to acquire only a little of your attention every day. When you compare, using phrases such as, "Your brother is better than you," "Your friend does this well. Why don't you?" "Why aren't you more like Susie, over there?" your children's egos are damaged. When this happens, low self-esteem and rebellion take root in the souls of just about anyone. This is not only true with children, but teenagers and adults, as well.

5. Do not criticize

As bad as the picture is, albeit an imperfect circle with four or five messy lines jutting out of it, praise their disposition, creativity, incentive and show it to others with pride. Comment on their victories and avoid condemning their study, work, appearance, friends or choices.

6. Do not say things you do not like to hear

This includes swearing, off-color humor, severe scolding, talking bad about others, complaining about everything or anything else that you find downgrading or despicable. There is a saying, "What comes out of your mouth is so loud, that what you say cannot be heard."

7. Do not place blame

The life of father or mother is not perfect. It, often, leaves us so stressed that we end up passing on the feeling of guilt to our children. If the house is a mess, your child is probably the one responsible and you handle the situation without direct or indirect accusations. Harmony will reign in your home, and your future will be even brighter.

There is an endless amount of things not to be spoken in a home, but there are even more things that shouldbe said. And remember, the most important thing to do, above all is to love your children. With love, the things you say will be naturally more inspiring.

Translated and adapted by David Hall from the original article "7 coisas que você nunca deve dizer aos filhos" by Michele Coronetti.

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