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11/26/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

New study concludes that just 2 weeks of sedentary behavior can trigger diabetes symptoms

As if it has not been emphasized enough, a study confirms that a sedentary lifestyle is a significant risk factor in diabetes. Type 2 diabetes is one of the top causes of death in the world today. In the U.S. alone, about 30 million people have it. Another 84 million suffer from elevated blood sugar […]

10/10/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Eating a bowl of cornflakes for breakfast spikes up your blood sugar — even if you’re healthy

Being in good health isn’t an excuse to grab a bowl of cereal — since it can still cause spikes in the blood sugar. In a study, which was published in PLOS Biology, scientists from Stanford University found that traditional methods to measure blood sugar doesn’t provide a complete picture of a person’s actual blood sugar levels. According […]

09/17/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Eat more tomatoes and broccoli to fight obesity

As obesity is becoming a global threat to human health, researchers continue to search for food items and dietary compounds that may prevent or treat it and its complications. In a study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, it was revealed that tomato and broccoli help fight obesity by reducing resistin levels […]

09/16/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Scientists document at the anti-obesity effects of tomato and broccoli

Increased levels of resistin, an adipocyte hormone that regulates glucose metabolism, may cause obesity leading to insulin resistance and Type 2 diabetes. A study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine reveals that tomato and broccoli can reduce resistin levels and restores insulin sensitivity. Researchers at Helwan University and Modern Sciences and Arts […]

09/10/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Nighttime light exposure during sleep affects metabolic function

You may want to think twice about leaving the nightlight on during the night. American sleep researchers recently conducted an experiment regarding the possible effect of light exposure on sleeping people, an article on Science Daily stated. In the preliminary results of that study, researcher Dr. Ivy Cheung Mason reported that the metabolism of sleepers […]

05/23/2018 / By Janine Acero

Maqui berries and cloves can control excessive blood sugar spikes

It’s normal for blood sugar (glucose) levels to increase after a hearty meal. This triggers the release of insulin, a type of hormone that helps your body convert glucose into energy. However, excessive and repeated increase of glucose, called blood sugar spikes, can be potentially life-threatening. Now studies support the ability of extracts from two natural ingredients […]

03/18/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Vitamin D protects against chronic inflammation and insulin resistance in obese patients

The link between obesity and increased insulin levels is a well-established indicator of diabetes. Fortunately, there’s still hope: A study that appeared in Nutrire found that vitamin D protects the body from chronic inflammation and insulin resistance in obese individuals. The study, led by researchers from the Federal University of Piauí in Brazil, reviewed studies that looked […]

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