Research is showing that regular exercise may delay the effects of aging in diabetics. My guess is that this is likely true for all of us! Let’s get moving!!!
Diabetes
Stress and Diabetes
New research is indicating that stress may cause “de”-generation of the pancreatic cells responsible for making insulin. Brings a whole new dimension to the importance of stress management. Please ensure that you include stress reduction as part of your daily living: deep breathing, exercise, fun, love, walks in nature, etc. […]
Gluten–Please stop eating it . . .
If you haven’t noticed by now, I am a firm believer that we must eliminate gluten from our diets in order to sustain and/or return to a healthy state. Many ask “why” and the answer is long. The bottom line is that wheat has become so altered (many call it […]
Exercise to Improve Diabetes
We knew that aerobic exercise was beneficial for diabetes but now research is now showing that weight training exercises are also helpful! Read more here.
Coffee–Good for you?
Medscape has recently published a report stating that coffee may be our wonder-drug. They report that it reduces risks of cancer, heart disease, depression, type II diabetes, and more. Of course, coffee is also associated with high blood pressure, anxiety, insomnia, etc. Read more here.
Statin Use Linked with Diabetes
Dr. Michael Murray has recently published a report revealing that the use of statin medications in post-menopausal women increases the risk of developing diabetes. Read more here.
Pitted Fruits May Help Reduce Risk of Heart Disease and Diabetes
Including nectarines, peaches and plums in your may help reduce the risk of heart disease and diabetes. Read more here.
Exercise Reduces Pain
If you experience pain–particularly “neuropathic” pain–then exercise may be a wonderful answer. Research is revealing that exercise may reduce this type of pain. Read more here.
Heartburn?? You should check for H. pylori
H. pylori is a bacteria that has been linked to ulcers–both in the stomach and in the duodenum. It commonly will cause heartburn (reflux or GERD) or just a chronic sore throat. Most doctors rarely check for H. pylori in patients with GERD but instead simply prescribe antacids which mask […]
Snack vs. Treat
Do you know the difference between a snack and a treat? A snack is a small portion of healthy nutrition between meals when needed. A treat is a non-nutritious but tasty tidbit that should be reserved for rare occasions. This article explains this further and offers some terrific snack ideas!
