By Naomi Imatome-Yun, Apr 16, According to the Centers for Disease Control, 29 million people in America have diabetes and 86 million have prediabetes. Insulin resistance is recognized as a predictor of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and obesity. But what causes insulin resistance? In this NutritionFacts. Choose one of our two fun, flexible at-home… Read More »
High cholesterol is the name given to having too much of a fatty substance in your blood. This substance, known as cholesterol, can lead to blockages in your blood vessels. Blocked blood vessels raises the risk of heart attacks and strokes, as it limits the blood supply to the heart and the rest of the… Read More »
If you’ve decided to try a high-protein, low-carb diet you will want to know what a typical meal plan is for the day. A healthy eating plan has you looking forward to meals, thinking creatively about what’s next, and enjoying what you eat. Although you may be eating less, you won’t be missing meals, and… Read More »
High cholesterol can be reversible with the help of a good diet and smarter decisions. When it comes to fruits, there is one in particular known to help lower your levels. Grapefruit – especially red grapefruit – may improve cholesterol, according to a new study. Natural compounds called antioxidants may get the credit, but that’s… Read More »
A study shows how a fructose high diet slows the brain, hampering learning and memory, and how the disruption can be counteracted with omega-3 fatty acids.1✅ JOURNAL REFERENCEDOI: 10.1113/jphysiol.2012.230078 Although prior research has shown how the body is harmed by fructose through its role in obesity and diabetes, this study reveals how the brain is… Read More »
These six foods will make getting enough fiber in your diet so much easier! Lately, low-carb diets have been rising in popularity especially keto. But for low-carb dieters, getting enough fiber can quickly become a day-to-day struggle. Although the recommendations vary from person to person, it’s estimated that only 5 percent of Americans meet the… Read More »