Diabetes can be a lifelong, debilitating illness if left untreated. From poor blood circulation to impaired healing, diabetes can cause a host of problems that can make life difficult for sufferers. There are also no accepted mainstream cures for diabetes, but this does not mean that the disease is a death sentence. Scientists agree that proper diet … Continue reading Diabetes prevention: What to eat and what to avoid
Going bananas over losing weight? Why not try eating more bananas
Bananas are one of the most popular fruits in the world. They are rich in vitamins and fiber that are good for health. It is commonly known as the “happy fruit” not only for its curvy shape but because it increases levels of the “feel-good” hormone dopamine. Among its many benefits, bananas are said to be … Continue reading Going bananas over losing weight? Why not try eating more bananas
Pear necessities: 8 Health benefits of eating pears
The humble pear may not be as popular or as extensively studied as its close “cousin” the apple, but both fruits have a lot in common in terms of their nutrition profile and reported health benefits. In fact, Nathan O’Callaghan, a researcher at the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (CSIRO), found that pears offer a surprisingly good amount … Continue reading Pear necessities: 8 Health benefits of eating pears
You are what you eat: 3 foods that look eerily similar to the organs they heal
Mysterious recurring patterns rule the universe. Natural foods and organs of the human body, for example, share these patterns and are said to be connected: Foods can, in some way, heal the organ it resembles. In ancient times, people used this idea and developed natural medicine to treat diseases. Herbs and other organics were their sources of … Continue reading You are what you eat: 3 foods that look eerily similar to the organs they heal
Performing aerobic exercises can improve overall endurance, even after a stroke
Stroke is the second leading cause of death worldwide, according to recent reports from the World Health Organization (WHO). A stroke occurs when blood flow to the brain is blocked or interrupted. As a result, brain cells begin to die just minutes after the blockage or interruption has occurred. Stroke survivors can experience a wide range of disabilities, … Continue reading Performing aerobic exercises can improve overall endurance, even after a stroke
Shake it off: Study finds that whole-body vibrations can reduce inflammation in patients with Type 2 diabetes
Diabetes is a metabolic disease that is prevalent worldwide. According to the American Diabetes Association (ADA), 34.2 million Americans had diabetes in 2018. An overwhelming chunk of this population is diagnosed with Type 2, the most common form of diabetes. In the face of this chronic disease, researchers from Augusta University in Georgia and Ohio State University found that whole-body vibration has potential benefits on the … Continue reading Shake it off: Study finds that whole-body vibrations can reduce inflammation in patients with Type 2 diabetes
Manage your weight and stay healthy with intermittent fasting: A beginner’s guide
Intermittent fasting has quickly become one of the most popular fitness and lifestyle trends, with people all over the world using it as a natural way to cut down their weight, improve their health and simplify their lifestyle. With the promise of better health through natural means, a lot of people may be looking to try … Continue reading Manage your weight and stay healthy with intermittent fasting: A beginner’s guide
6 Health benefits of seaweed, an underwater superfood
Seaweed, or sea vegetables, are an extremely versatile and popular superfood. They’re used to wrap sushi rolls, are used as a main ingredient in many soups and stews and are a common ingredient in many dietary supplements. Many around the world love to eat them because of their taste, their versatility and because of the variety of … Continue reading 6 Health benefits of seaweed, an underwater superfood
Study: Fasting lowers the likelihood of insulin resistance caused by obesity
People struggling with obesity and its complications could benefit from fasting. A study presented at the recently concluded Digestive Disease Week, an exhibit sponsored by the American Gastroenterological Association and other groups, revealed that a month of fasting can increase levels of proteins that protect against the adverse effects of diets high in added sugar and unhealthy fats. It can even … Continue reading Study: Fasting lowers the likelihood of insulin resistance caused by obesity
Polyphenols: They give green tea its anti-obesity and anti-inflammatory properties
Obesity rates continue to increase globally, so researchers continue to find ways to minimize the risk and fight this epidemic. Researchers from Ohio State University found that polyphenols in green tea have anti-inflammatory properties and may lower the risk of obesity in mice. The researchers examined how green tea prevent weight gain or obesity. Obesity not only affects a person’s weight, but … Continue reading Polyphenols: They give green tea its anti-obesity and anti-inflammatory properties
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