Yes, pairing fruits with healthy fats like nuts can help with insulin resistance. Here's how:
- Slower Digestion: Healthy fats slow down the digestion of carbohydrates in fruits, leading to a more gradual rise in blood sugar levels. This can help prevent spikes in blood sugar and insulin levels,...
Aluminum is literally in everything if you are not careful. From everyday household products like cookware, foil, baking soda, cake-mixes, non-dairy creamers, aspirin, flour, deodorant and even water.
Many common food additives such as contain aluminum. Aluminum can be toxic to our body and...
Yes, pairing fruits with healthy fats like nuts can help with insulin resistance. Here's how:
- Slower Digestion: Healthy fats slow down the digestion of carbohydrates in fruits, leading to a more gradual rise in blood sugar levels. This can help prevent spikes in blood sugar and insulin levels,...
The 80/20 rule, widely endorsed by many health and fitness professionals, suggests that maintaining a healthy lifestyle 80% of the time allows for indulgence 20% of the time without compromising long-term health goals. This approach is purported to help individuals stay on track by reducing...
Managing healthy nutrition with cancer OR chronic illness presents several common challenges.
Here are the most significant ones:
Appetite Loss and Weight Management
One of the primary challenges for cancer patients and those with chronic illnesses is maintaining adequate nutrition due to...
I would like to take a moment to honor all the amazing women, not only in October for breast cancer awareness, but throughout the year, for being you. For being selfless, giving, loving, and caring to all around to; for being a mother, grandmother, step-mother, sister, daughter, sister-in-law,...
Most GERD cases involve overweight and obese people. This is because excess body weight, particularly abdominal obesity, contributes to GERD through several mechanisms:
- Increased intra-abdominal pressure: Excess abdominal fat raises pressure within the abdomen, which can push stomach contents...
How are microplastics sneaking into your healthy foods?
A recent study published in the journal Ecotoxicology and Public Health reveals that cutting boards made of plastic, particularly polypropylene and polyethylene, can contaminate food with microplastics. Researchers found up to 1,114...
Fasting and/or intermittent fasting has gotten a lot of attention much like many other dietary trends. Especially in the past 15-20 years, many doctors prescribe intermittent fasting to their patients to help them lose weight and, hopefully, reduce their co-morbidities and risk factors associated...
5-Steps to Overcome Brain Fog and Fatigue with Nutrition and Exercises
Are you tired of battling through your day with brain fog and fatigue weighing you down? You're not alone. The good news is that by making some simple changes to your nutrition and incorporating regular exercise into your...
Do you have the winter blues??
It is winter time, and depending on where you live, you may get very little to lots of sun exposure. But most people do not get nearly enough sunshine in fall and winter time.
Sunshine is not only good for you mood, but it is an essential source of a super...
Exploring the Different Types of Collagen: Beef, Marine, Chicken, and Avian
Collagen, a crucial protein found in our bodies, plays a significant role in providing structure to skin, bones, tendons, and ligaments. It is the most abundant protein in the human body, making up about 30% of its...
In recent years, the terms "prebiotics" and "probiotics" have become buzzwords in the health and wellness community. But what exactly are they, and how can they benefit your health? This article will delve into the world of prebiotics and probiotics, exploring their benefits and highlighting...
