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03/06/2020 / By Divina Ramirez

Study: Strength training can benefit those with diabetes by lowering liver fat and improving blood sugar levels

The liver plays an important role in the prevention of metabolic disorders, like Type 2 diabetes, Gaucher’s disease and hemochromatosis. As the largest organ and gland in the human body, the liver carries out over 500 tasks, including breaking down fats, regulating blood sugar levels and filtering out harmful compounds from the blood. However, the liver might struggle […]

12/08/2019 / By Michael Alexander

Eating blueberries reduces heart disease risk, study confirms

Long considered one of the best superfoods on the planet, blueberries have been found to have another ability up its antioxidant-rich sleeve: the ability to reduce the risk of heart disease. In a study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, researchers found that daily consumption of one cup of blueberries for six months improves […]

12/01/2019 / By Edsel Cook

Passing it on: Mothers with diabetes risk affecting their newborn – here’s how to stop it

Did your mother experience clear signs of diabetes during her pregnancy? Then she might have passed on the risk of developing the disease to you, a recent study has warned. Detecting diabetes at the earliest stage possible is vital to slow down or prevent its onset. However, up to 25 percent of children and youth […]

11/30/2019 / By Melissa Smith

Is keto the way to go? 6 Ways the diet naturally balances hormones

The ketogenic diet is one of the most popular weight-loss diets that people try today. But people with hormonal imbalances may also follow this type of diet. Keto is a high-fat, low-carb diet that involves significantly reducing carbohydrate intake and replacing it with fat. As a result, the body is put into a ketone-burning state […]

11/29/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Qigong exercises found to have anti-inflammatory effects

Qigong is an ancient form of exercise and healing art that relies on movement, breathing, and meditation. In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), qigong is used to cultivate qi (life-giving energy), improve health and fitness, and induce natural healing. Several studies have reported that qigong can also influence the expression of genes in different cells. However, little […]

11/25/2019 / By Melissa Smith

If you’re at risk of diabetes, you should start pumping iron

People often practice strength training or resistance training exercises to build muscle and achieve their dream figure. But strength training can benefit the body in more ways: A study published in the journal Mayo Clinic Proceedings suggested that this type of exercise can be beneficial for reducing the risk of Type 2 diabetes. In the study, […]

11/21/2019 / By Edsel Cook

Follow a low-carb diet to prevent Type 2 diabetes

A diagnosis of Type 2 diabetes doesn’t mean the end of the world. Patients may manage their metabolic condition or even prevent it altogether by sticking to a healthy diet with low-carbohydrate foods. In Australia, a groundbreaking study called for a revamp of existing interventions for Type 2 diabetes. Instead of aiming for management, it […]

11/19/2019 / By Grace Olson

Whole grain rye shown to boost gut health

Whole grains are great for gut health, and a recent study reveals how. The researchers from the University of Eastern Finland in Kuopio and the International Agency for Research on Cancer in France found that eating whole grain rye (WGR) has a positive impact on serotonin levels in the blood. The study builds up from […]

10/21/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Prevent Type 2 diabetes by making these 3 important lifestyle changes

Diabetes is a growing health concern worldwide. In the U.S. alone, statistics show that around 1.5 million people are diagnosed with diabetes every year. Diabetes is the seventh leading cause of death among Americans. Diabetes has two forms: Type 1 diabetes, also known as juvenile diabetes, is a result of the pancreas producing very little insulin. Type […]

10/15/2019 / By Melissa Smith

Think positive: Optimists eat healthier

Having a positive mindset can lead to eating healthier. A study published in the journal Appetite found that optimists tend to follow a healthy diet. A team of researchers from the University of East Anglia in Norwich, England looked at the motivational role of a theory known as regulatory focus on consumers’ involvement in nutrition. In […]

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