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09/15/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

The danger that is sugar: How this food item increases your risk for depression and anxiety

You probably crave sweets once in a while and for good reason – a preference for sweets is a survival mechanism that protects humans from ingesting toxic foods. Sweet foods are also a common comfort food that instantly makes you feel better when they’re stressed or lonely. However, your sweet tooth is exposing you to […]

06/09/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Improve your insulin resistance with resistance exercise

People suffering from Type 2 diabetes have a new reason to take up muscle-building resistance training. In an American Physiological Society article, a Japanese study recently reported that this particular type of physical regimen could increase the effectiveness of a protein that controls the rate at which it absorbs glucose. Resistance exercise could therefore be […]

04/26/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Eating 15 almonds a day lowers bad cholesterol levels and decreases the risk for diabetes

Studies suggest that eating around 15 almonds each day can help lower bad cholesterol levels and reduce the risk for diabetes, according to a report published by GreenMedInfo.com. In the report, one of the clinical studies investigated the effects almonds have in improving the levels of high-density lipoproteins (HDL) cholesterol. The researchers recruited 150 patients with […]

04/07/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

The fig: Cultivated longer than wheat or barley, this highly perishable fruit is good for your heart and blood sugar

The fig (Ficus carica) is one of the oldest known cultivated fruit trees, preceding the cultivation of wheat or barley. One of the most notable uses of the fig plant was in medicine, providing benefits for the heart and blood sugar. This is because figs are a good source of both soluble and insoluble fiber. […]

04/01/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

New research finds astaxanthin may help diabetics by lowering blood pressure and improving glucose metabolism

If you haven’t heard of astaxanthin, you’re not alone. This useful substance has only recently started to get a lot of attention for its antioxidant effects. However, even those who are already enjoying its benefits might be surprised to learn that it could help diabetics thanks to its ability to lower blood pressure and enhance […]

11/27/2017 / By Rhonda Johansson

Glucose levels and brain health: Research shows even normal levels contribute to brain aging

Even normal blood sugar levels can contribute to brain ageing and atrophy, concluded a team of scientists at the Australian National University (ANU) after observing a relationship between brain shrinkage and glucose levels. Authors of the new study believe that their analysis should encourage the public to adopt healthier lifestyle habits such as regular exercise […]

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