Although nothing is completely off-limits for diabetics, some foods—such as vegetables—should be a central focus of a healthy diet. But not all vegetables are created equal when it comes to diabetes; some have more fiber, proteins and nitrates and are lower on the glycemic index (GI). Here are some of the best vegetables for diabetics … Continue reading Top 5 Vegetables for Diabetics
Month: January 2020
Why Add Bitter Melon to Your Diet?
Also known as “bitter gourd,” bitter melon can be a healthy addition to your diet. Although it has recently been touted for its potential to fight diabetes, a new study has found that it may help prevent cancerous tumors from growing and spreading. How bitter melon helps fight cancer A team of researchers from Saint … Continue reading Why Add Bitter Melon to Your Diet?
Marathons May Decrease Vascular Age
Although almost any form of exercise is good for you, there’s new evidence that training for and running a marathon is particularly beneficial to reduce arterial stiffening. Studying the benefits of marathons A study of 138 first-time marathoners who were running in the London Marathons in 2016 and 2017 looked at the benefits of their … Continue reading Marathons May Decrease Vascular Age
How Sugar Changes Your Brain in 12 Days
A new study from Aarhus University has found that sugar intake alters the same part of the brain that creates a drug addiction. The research showed that by using the reward-processing circuitry of the brain, sugar tricks the brain to respond to it like other drugs, encouraging you to repeat the behavior that caused you … Continue reading How Sugar Changes Your Brain in 12 Days
After Exercise, This Supplement May Help Burn More Fat
Although exercise alone is a great way to burn fat, new research seems to point to the idea that a supplement called inulin-propionate ester (IPE) can strengthen that effect long after you’re done working out. Studying the supplement A study published in the journal Metabolism looked at the appetite suppressant IPE, which is produced by … Continue reading After Exercise, This Supplement May Help Burn More Fat
Vegetarian Options at Popular Fast Food Restaurants
Sometimes, it’s hard to avoid fast food when you’re on the go and starving. From airports and sports venues to road trips and 15-minute lunch breaks, eating on the run often means stopping at a fast food restaurant just to fill your belly. But what if you’re a vegetarian or vegan? Luckily, fast food restaurants … Continue reading Vegetarian Options at Popular Fast Food Restaurants
Five Things That Cause Swollen Scrotum
Maybe you noticed a swollen scrotum when you were having sex or washing up in the shower. It’s not necessarily something to get anxious about. There are quite a few causes of swollen scrotum and most are nothing to worry about. In fact, sometimes the problem will just go away on its own. Here are … Continue reading Five Things That Cause Swollen Scrotum
5 Habits That Are Ruining Your Night’s Sleep
There’s nothing worse than getting a bad night’s sleep. If you’re having trouble getting the right amount of shuteye, it might have something to do with your daily routine. Here’s a look at habits that can interfere with your sleep. 1. Eating a large meal before bed If you eat a full meal within an … Continue reading 5 Habits That Are Ruining Your Night’s Sleep
Cholesterol Now Predicts Heart Disease Later
Although most healthy people under 45 don’t worry about their cholesterol, new research indicates that current cholesterol levels could predict heart disease later. Cholesterol now and heart disease later A new study that followed nearly 400,000 people from 1970 to 2013 found a link between bad cholesterol levels before age 45 and the risk of … Continue reading Cholesterol Now Predicts Heart Disease Later
Migraine May Be Triggered 2 Days After Fragmented Sleep
A lot of people who get migraines are referred to sleep specialists to try to determine the cause. It makes sense, as migraines and sleep have long been linked through both research and anecdotal evidence. But now a new study has found that fragmented sleep—that is, low sleep efficiency—creates a 39% higher risk of migraine … Continue reading Migraine May Be Triggered 2 Days After Fragmented Sleep