Apples and Blueberries Lower Risk For Diabetes
A new study released in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition has found that apples and pears, as well as blueberries, are fruits particularly associated with a lower risk of Type 2 diabetes. The study looked at the diets of more than 200,000 people, and was originally created to determine whether flavonoid subclasses lead to diabetes. The latter proves that blueberries, apples and pears have a correlation with a lower incidence of diabetes in more than 12,600 cases.
40% of U.S. Women Are Now Obese
Rates of obesity in the United States are high, and among women they are increasing. The number of Americans who are overweight or obese continues to reach shocking highs, with some estimates that more than two-thirds of American adults are now overweight or obese. Now, a new study reveals that while obesity rates in men have plateaued, rates have continued to rise among women.
20-Year Study Shows Staying Fit Keeps Diabetes Risk Low
Exercise is often recommended to diabetes patients looking to improve their blood sugar, insulin sensitivity, blood pressure, and cholesterol levels. Some doctors even call it a prescription for diabetes management. Although experts have agreed that physical activity is beneficial for controlling diabetes, research has not been so definitive when it came to preventing the condition. Until now.
Amputations caused by diabetes now at 20 per day
Diabetes UK say the number of amputations linked to the disease is risingThe number of amputations in Britain is now 7,370 a year – up from 7,042Chris Askew, of Diabetes UK, said the new figure is a ‘huge concern’
When it comes to losing weight, can you outrun a bad diet?
Eat like our grandparents … and cut out bread for optimal weight loss, says Pat Divilly
How to Stop Dieting: 3 Keys to Sane, Sustainable Weight Loss
Most diets don’t work because they’re impossible to stick with for the long term. Try following these principles for successful sustainable weight loss.
Americans eat way too much sugar — here’s where it comes from
The new dietary guidelines allow even less sugar than you think.
Added fructose is ‘a principal driver of type 2 diabetes’
In Mayo Clinic Proceedings, experts urge drastic reductions in the consumption of added sugar.
7 Things Not to Say to Someone With Diabetes
Understand the misconceptions to show your support for those living with this chronic illness. For the more than 29 million Americans who have diabetes, living with the disease is challenge enough. However, awkward, ill-informed or insensitive remarks can add to the difficulties faced. To address misconceptions, it’s important to know what not to say to someone with diabetes. People living with diabetes have to think about what they eat for every meal and snack. However, there is no such thing as the “diabetes diet.” A well-balanced diet is recommended for everyone, not just for people with diabetes.
New Study Examines Health Benefits of Losing Weight in Different Ways
Researchers tested the effects of weight loss from calorie-cutting, exercise, and a combination of both.
