Evidence is showing that moderate coffee consumption may actually be beneficial for your health. For example, research shows a reduction in the risk of diabetes. So enjoy a cup of coffee (but not more than 3 cups/day).
Diabetes
Cinnamon Helps Lower Blood Sugar
Good news for those who struggle with elevated blood sugars and diabetes: research is confirming that cinnamon can lower blood sugar levels. Please use caution, however, as too much cinnamon may cause your blood sugar to “crash”. Read more here.
More News on the Dangers of Sugar
This article includes both interesting news and shocking news. First, the most shocking to me is that the “National Research Council recommends that added sugar should not account for more than 25 percent of a person’s diet.” And that this doesn’t include sugars from fruits, etc. Wow, that’s a lot […]
High Blood Sugar is Linked to Dementia
Sugar is notorious for its inflammatory effects. Period. And inflammation impacts every part of our bodies, including the brain. Optimal blood sugar control is key to optimizing health. And reducing intake of processed and refined sugars is important. Diet, exercise, and sleep can help–include whole foods, exercise at least 30 […]
Diet and Type I Diabetes
There is early evidence that consumption of foods containing leucine and omega-3 fatty acids may reduce progression of Type I diabetes. Leucine is found in meats, eggs, and nuts. Fatty fish, especially salmon, are the best sources for omega-3’s. And please AVOID GLUTEN which has been linked to this autoimmune […]
Carbs Trigger Cravings
Consumption of carbs triggers the brain to crave more carbs. This can obviously lead to obesity, but also impacts our overall nutrition status, health, brain chemistry (think ADD, ADHD for starters), etc. Please include lots of healthy veggies, fruits and proteins in your diet and leave the carbs out. Read […]
Type-I Diabetes in Children–Know the Symptoms
Type-I Diabetes is on the rise in our children. Please read this article and be familiar with the signs of this disease. Symptoms include increased thirst, increased urination, increased appetite, weight loss, sweet-smelling breath, and fatigue.
Eating Breakfast Reduces Risk of Diabetes
You’ve heard it before–“Eat your breakfast!” Now this mother’s wisdom has been linked to a reduced risk of diabetes. And while the author of the article eats granola and fruit, I recommend veggies and eggs or meat. Read more here–and eat your healthy breakfast! 🙂
Cinnamon Prevents Alzheimer’s?
This research is showing that an ingredient in cinnamon may help reduce the development of “tangles” that are associated with Alzheimer’s. Definitely include cinnamon in your diet–it’s great for blood sugar regulation, too!
Grapes–To Stave Off Metabolic Syndrome
AANP – Grapes May Protect Organs Against Metabolic Syndrome – (Monday, April 29, 2013)–Scientists have reported a finding that grapes may protect against the damage to the heart (and possibly other organs) associated with the long-term progression of the disorder known as metabolic syndrome, and that this protection appears to be over and […]
