Borderline Blood Glucose Level
My fasting blood glucose level was 5.6 mmol/L, or 100 mg/dL, on July 6, 2021, and October 5, 2021. This level is at the American Diabetes Association’s lower limit for diagnosing impaired fasting glucose.
Health
A discourse of my personal health issues and physical fitness.
This PROBLEM LIST summarizes my current and past medical problems.
Liver Function Test Back to Normal
With diet modification, moderate exercise, and liver supplements over the past three months, my liver enzymes are back to normal.
Clinic Appointment in July 2021: Abnormal Blood Results and Weight Gain
In July 2021, my fasting sugar level was borderline, some liver enzymes were slightly high, and I had put on 3.5 kg in weight.
Clinical Relapse of Ulcerative Colitis in January 2021
I suffered a clinical relapse of ulcerative colitis in January 2021.
Recovering From a Back Sprain
I sprained my back from an excessive exercise routine in early October 2020.
Gastroenterology Appointment on October 21, 2020: Normal Blood Tests
My blood count, erythrocyte sedimentation rate, and C-reactive protein were normal on October 21, 2020.
My PSA Is Normal
I had a mildly raised PSA level in April 2020. However, it was within normal limits in June and has remained so in October.
Kombucha Is Not for Me
I experienced a depressed mood and apathy after drinking a small quantity of kombucha.
Stopped Regularly Eating German Rye Sourdough Bread
I stopped buying German rye sourdough bread from my usual supplier because recent batches had quality issues.
My Ulcerative Colitis Is in Remission
As at July 15, 2020, my ulcerative colitis was in clinical, endoscopic, and histologic remission.
How I Cope With Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
My strategy to prevent or mitigate symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome is multi-pronged: medications, a tailored diet plan, exercise, and stress management.