Michele G. Sullivan of "Clinical Endocrinology News" reported in its April 2015 issue, something that the "functional medicine" world has been talking about for years----"How Your Microbiome (the genetic material of your gut bacteria) may be driving the course of diabetes and obesity." It's ... Views: 1032
You may already be aware of the recent investigation by the New York attorney general's office that uncovered a massive herbal-supplement scam. According to the New York Times, as part of its investigation, 78 bottles of the leading brands of herbal supplements from a dozen Walmart, Target, ... Views: 2397
Obviously you know what vitamins are, but what are telomeres?
The ageing and lifespan of normal, healthy cells are linked to the so-called telomerase shortening mechanism, which limits cells to a fixed number of divisions. The purpose of telomeres is critical to the life of the cell. The ... Views: 1085
Are you letting diabetes get in the way of you traveling more and seeing the world? I hope not. There is no need to let diabetes hinder your travel plans or have your travel plans be hindered by diabetes. With a little bit of planning ahead, your diabetes can be well managed during your travel ... Views: 957
Overwhelming scientific evidence confirms that vitamin, mineral and antioxidant deficiencies suppress immune function and contribute to chronic inflammatory degenerative processes, such as arthritis, cancer, Alzheimer's, cardiovascular disease and diabetes. We have seen over and over the myriad ... Views: 913
I wish I had a dollar for every time a client stated, “If only I had more willpower I would not have a weight problem” or for when they asked me for a medication to decrease their appetite. First of all, realize that there is NO such thing as willpower. Willpower is nonexistent, and the belief ... Views: 1078
To maintain a healthy body and to promote good diabetes control, our body needs iron! You may remember from your high school chemistry that iron is a strong, hard, magnetic, silver-gray metal that is atomic number 26 in the chemical element list. Iron is found naturally in the foods we eat, and ... Views: 1322
Childhood obesity has become a national healthcare crisis in recent years. Children who are obese as preschoolers are at increased risk for adolescent and adult obesity, as well as an increased risk of developing many chronic diseases, including diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia (high ... Views: 1135
Have you ever had major surgery? If you have, you will know that once the anesthesia has worn off, the first thing the doctors and nurses require of you is to "get out of bed" and move! But, "wait a minute," you cry, "I just had major surgery--let me rest." Thankfully, however, for you, that ... Views: 1078
Before you consider beginning yet another "diet," you might first consider learning what your "number" is. You are a very unique individual. In addition to having your own social security number, your own PIN numbers, your own phone numbers, there is yet another number that is unique to you. ... Views: 940
Is mealtime often a nightmare when trying to get your child to eat healthy? Relax, it doesn't have to be this way. Eating is the one behavior your child truly does have control over, and that's okay, because after all we want our children to grow up to be assertive and independent, don't ... Views: 998
Did you get your fill of chocolate over the holidays? Does anyone ever get their fill of chocolate? February, as you know is a very popular time for this delectable treat. Did you tell your Valentine how much you love them with chocolate? After all, February is also American Heart Month, which ... Views: 1522
Nationwide, an estimated 15 million men age 45 and older suffer from Low T. Just what is Low T? Low T is Low Testosterone. After age 30, the average annual decline in serum testosterone in men is approximately 1% to 2%. Men with diabetes are more than twice as likely to have low testosterone ... Views: 1138
Myths about foods people with diabetes should eat or not eat are numerous. Potatoes are one of these foods that have gotten a very bad wrap, and because potatoes are known to be a “starchy” vegetable (and break down into sugar), it is believed by many misinformed people that they should be ... Views: 1243
Childhood obesity has become a national healthcare crisis in recent years. Children who are obese as preschoolers are at increased risk for adolescent and adult obesity, as well as an increased risk of developing many chronic diseases, including diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia (high ... Views: 929
In recent years, scientists have found that some of the complications of obesity, which include diabetes, hypertension, insulin resistance, and heart disease, were more clearly related to the central distribution of fat (excessive fat tissue in the abdominal region), than to overall level of ... Views: 1087
Facts:
• Yogurt is an excellent source of calcium, protein, riboflavin, vitamin B-12 and vitamin A, selenium, potassium and magnesium. Choose either low-fat or fat-free versions.
• Yogurt is easy to digest, especially for those who are lactose-intolerant and have difficulty digesting milk ... Views: 800
Before you consider beginning yet another “diet,” you might first consider learning what your “number” is. You are a very unique individual. In addition to having your own social security number, your own PIN numbers, your own phone numbers, there is yet another number that is unique to you. ... Views: 765
Nationwide, an estimated 15 million men age 45 and older suffer from Low T. Just what is Low T? Low T is Low Testosterone. After age 30, the average annual decline in serum testosterone in men is approximately 1% to 2%. Men with diabetes are more than twice as likely to have low testosterone ... Views: 883
Chocolate contains polyphenols, which are antioxidants that can prevent cancer, prevent heart disease, enhance our immune system, and give us a feeling of well-being. Polyphenols help the body’s cells resist damage from free radicals, which damage cell structure and are formed in our normal ... Views: 778
No time for breakfast? Trying to lose weight? Forget the fast-food drive through. Save time and start-up your engine to increase your metabolism and promote weight loss with a healthy breakfast. Quickly zap in the microwave one of these delicious Banana Walnut Flax Muffins, open a ... Views: 1268
Is mealtime often a nightmare when trying to get your child to eat healthy? Relax, it doesn’t have to be this way. Eating is the one behavior your child truly does have control over, and that’s okay, because after all we want our children to grow up to be assertive and independent, don’t we? ... Views: 740