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03/14/2019
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By Rita Winters
Obesity, diabetes, and liver health: Scientists explain the relationship that leads to insulin resistance
In 2016, over 650 million people were diagnosed with obesity. Described as an abnormal or excessive fat accumulation, obesity is known to be detrimental to health, causing cardiovascular diseases and Type-2 diabetes. Many studies have associated obesity with Type-2 diabetes, but why they did was never completely understood. This lack of information led to a study conducted […]
03/14/2019
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By Rita Winters
Research shows that insulin resistance may be detrimental to brain health
As each year passes, more studies are finding evidence that chronic diseases, as well as degenerative ones, are associated with poor lifestyle choices. A study from the Tel Aviv University shows that general cognitive decline may be accelerated by insulin resistance. Published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease, researchers find that unhealthy habits such as […]
03/07/2019
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By Rita Winters
Increased risk of heart failure in diabetics explained: Scientists have discovered how excess fat disrupts the energy system in heart cells
The heart is what drives us, literally. Your heart is the engine that constantly pumps blood, which fuels the rest of your body. Over time, your lifestyle dictates the path your health takes. People with unhealthy choices usually end up having one or more diseases, which subsequently lead to more diseases. Obesity, a lifestyle disease, plagues […]
02/17/2019
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By Rita Winters
Hungry to your bones? Scientists discover a hormone produced by our bones plays a key role in appetite and metabolism
Studies show that conditioning your brain to control your appetite is not enough. It was found that our bones are responsible for our appetites and metabolism as well. Researchers at the Montreal Clinical Research Institute (IRCM) in Canada found that bones produce a hormone that increases insulin production and decreases blood glucose levels. Osteoblasts, responsible for […]
02/13/2019
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By Rita Winters
If you do only one thing to reduce your risk of diabetes, do this: Cut out sugary drinks
Almost everyone in the world today knows a friend or family member who has a chronic disease, including diabetes. This disease is defined as a lack of produced insulin which regulates blood sugar. It is a symptomatic condition that heightens the risk of contracting another related disease like cardiovascular disorder or stroke. According to the […]
02/06/2019
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By Rita Winters
Study looks at anti-diabetes properties of a barberry plant native to Africa
Type 2 diabetes is a public health concern in many areas around the world, especially with its high morality rates. To manage this condition, healthcare professionals usually turn to conventional drugs which are often too expensive and have adverse effects. In a recent study published in the Journal of Diabetes & Metabolism, researchers from Kenya have found […]
01/21/2018
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By Rita Winters
Too much time sitting causes body fat to accumulate around your organs, increasing risk of disease
Jobs often require an employee to sit down for long periods of time. Most employees, after work, spend time at home sitting down in front of the television or computer, and stay there unless they feel the need to eat or use the toilet. This is what defines a sedentary life – a daily routine […]
12/24/2017
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By Rita Winters
Are carbs killing you? Global study finds death rates higher among carb eaters; scientists say we should be eating more fats
Since the 1970s, we’ve been conditioned to believe that dietary fats cause heart disease and it is what makes us fat. However, it’s eating too many carbohydrates that cause many diseases, as is evident in the obesity and diabetes epidemic of our time. In addition to that, a study published in the peer-reviewed medical journal The […]
12/04/2017
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By Rita Winters
Get that baby outside: New study finds exposure to high levels of vitamin D in early childhood reduces risk of diabetes
Mornings are not only great, but healthy too. Recent studies show that exposure to high levels of vitamin D, especially in childhood, greatly reduce the risk of being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. Research background In 2004, a multinational study involving 8,676 children began, in order to find out if higher-vitamin D levels reduced the […]
12/01/2017
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By Rita Winters
Indulge in antioxidants: Research shows moderate amounts of red wine and dark chocolate protect against diabetes
Does your family have a history of diabetes? Don’t worry: Your favorite red wine and dark chocolate just might save you. A study published in Diabetologia reports that these two foods are actually great sources of antioxidants, and can lower the risk of type-2 diabetes. Antioxidants are molecules that prevent or delay cell damage chain […]
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