Category: blood sugar

Pears: Nature’s Free Radical Fighters for Cancer, Diabetes and Heart Disease

Late summer and mid-autumn are abundantly graced by the presence of pears—an iconic fruit grown and loved worldwide—pears are said to have been sacred to two goddesses in Greek mythology, Hera and Aphrodite. Originating in the foothills of the Tien Shan mountain range in Western China, pears, or Pyrus communis, are part of the Rosaceae plant family….


Some Exercise Times May Be Better for People With Type 2 Diabetes

An analysis of the positive effects of exercise on blood sugar levels in people with Type 2 diabetes shows that while all exercise helps, certain activities—and their timing—are extremely good for people’s health. The study, published in The American Journal of Medicine, provides a comprehensive but straightforward summary of the benefits of exercise on controlling blood…


The Benefits of Superfood, Onion: How to Maximize Its Full Potential

Onion, a world-class superfood, is versatile in various cuisines and offers valuable health benefits. It can aid in weight loss, lower blood sugar, and help prevent cancer and dementia. Onions are a great source of nutrients such as folate, calcium, iron, dietary fiber, vitamin B6, vitamin C, and potassium. Additionally, they are low in calories…


4 Major Benefits of Sweet Potatoes: Preventing Cancer and Cardiovascular Disease

Sweet potatoes are a healthy and nutritious staple food with a sweet and delicious taste. Research has shown that regular consumption of sweet potatoes can help prevent chronic diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and cancer. Additionally, sweet potato leaves also offer various health benefits, including anti-cancer and antioxidant properties. Sweet potatoes, often referred to…


7 Cardiovascular Threats of Sugar and 8 Ways to Reduce Our Intake

American movie star Tom Cruise stunned fans worldwide in his latest movie Top Gun. It is said that one of his secrets to staying young is that he doesn’t eat sugar. But is sugar really that bad? Dr. Ou Han Wen, a doctor of integrative medicine and nutrition at the University of Maryland, tells us…


Snacking to Manage Blood Sugar

“Snacking” has a bad reputation, but it really shouldn’t. After all, it’s not synonymous with junk food. Cookies, chips, and chocolate bars might have stolen the spotlight, but they are not the only snacks out there. Snacking can be healthy. If you have Type-2 diabetes or prediabetes, snacks can be essential in helping you manage…


All You Need to Know About Diabetes: Early Signs, Causes, Mindsets, and Natural Remedies

Diabetes is a chronic, metabolic disease characterized by abnormally high blood sugar levels. High blood sugar levels can do serious damage to the eyes, kidneys, and other organs. This is why it is vital to seek treatment if you suspect you may have diabetes. It was estimated in 2019 that 37.3 million Americans—11.3 percent of…


Revolutionary Changes in Eating Habits Help Diabetic Patients Manage Symptoms for Over a Decade

These days, many people have diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, and other modern diseases due to overnutrition as our living standards improve. Diabetes is a chronic disease of metabolic abnormalities. Due to insufficient insulin secretion or the inability to use insulin effectively, the blood sugar level rises too high. A high blood sugar concentration…


Menopause, Blood Sugar, and Weight Management

Glucose is an important fuel for the human body. Every individual processes glucose differently, influenced by both physical and environmental factors. During menopause, glucose levels are shown to become significantly more challenging to control, due to shifting and changing hormonal balances. Insulin Resistance Insulin is a hormone that helps to control the amount of glucose…


Factors Affecting Diabetes and a Cure for Blood Clogging

Diabetes is a systemic metabolic disorder that increases the risk of severe disease in people infected with COVID-19. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website, nearly four in 10 adults who died from COVID-19 in the United States had diabetes. Diabetes seriously affects daily life and increases the risk of…