Testosterone Boosting Supplements: Are They Worth the Money?
The market for male virility boosters is one of the largest and also one with some of the most dubious claims. Some supplements promise to increase your libido and testosterone at the same time. Others market themselves as T-boosters while also boasting aphrodisiac qualities. And then there are companies who believe they have championed a […]
Diagnosed with PCOS? Here are 10 Natural Remedies
1. Avoid Refined Oils: A number of studies now demonstrate that refined oils, vegetable in particular, cause more harm to the human body than good. While soybean, sunflower, corn, canola, cottonseed, and safflower aren’t technically vegetables, these products are processed, refined and deemed “vegetable” oils. Mainstream nutrition organizations report that they are safe for consumption […]
Avoiding Diabetes Complications
Having diabetes can result in many other complications, such as damage to the heart, nerves, kidneys, feet, eyes, and skin. If you have diabetes, you may also have a greater risk for osteoporosis, cancer, and Alzheimer’s disease. Some diabetes complications are related to high or low blood sugar, while others are related to how long you’ve had diabetes. […]
Do Sugar, Alcohol & Diabetes Mix
People with blood sugar know they must carefully watch their sugar intake as part of their blood sugar diet and limit their alcohol consumption. But following a blood sugar diet does not mean you need to completely eliminate sugar from your daily meals and snacks. You just need to be smart about what you eat and keep close […]
Manage your diabetes with these essential tips
Eat the Foods You Like Having diabetes doesn’t mean you can’t eat your favourite foods. But you need to know how your choices will affect your blood sugar. A diabetes educator or dietician can help you learn skills — such as counting carbs, reading labels, and sizing up portions — that will let you keep […]
High Blood Glucose and obesity link to cancer
High Blood Glucose and obesity could make a person more vulnerable to certain types of cancers and the best way to counter the threat is to lose weight. “High Blood Glucose and obesity are associated with some types of cancer, including that of the pancreas, oesophagus and breast,” said Edwin Gale, professor of diabetes at Bristol University‘s division of medicine. He […]
Diabetes and Depression
According to NICE, people who are diagnosed with a chronic physical health problem such as diabetes are 3 times more likely to be diagnosed with depression than people without it. Depression can have a serious impact on a person’s wellbeing and their ability and motivation to self-manage their condition. Depression is the most common psychiatric […]
Dos and Don’ts: Supporting Loved Ones With Diabetes
Family and friends can be true life lines for people living with diabetes — they can lend a helping hand or shoulder to lean on at just the right moment. Studies show that people are able to manage their diabetes better when they have support from loved ones. It helps them to know they’re […]
Understanding RA/Diabetes connection
here’s research that suggests a connection between rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and diabetes. But the nature of that connection or even whether it’s actually real is unclear. “There are tantalizing links between the two diseases,” says Daniel Solomon, MD, MPH, an associate professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School and a rheumatologist at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston. […]
Start With a Better Breakfast
Here’s a good deal of science behind eating a balanced breakfast — it sets you up to succeed for the entire day. “Studies support that you need to start your day off with a healthy breakfast,” says Bethany Thayer, RD, a spokeswoman for the American Dietetic Association and manager of wellness programs and strategies at Henry […]