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Modifying the GI Microflora Lowers Blood Sugar
submitted by: admin on 07/10/2014
While it has been suspected that the GI microflora have a profound effect on human physiology, there has not been a lot of data supporting that the changes in physiology determine the resulting composition of the microflora. Now there is a study supporting that the microflora can be altered and this can change insulin sensitivity and decrease the risk for developing...
New Breakthroughs in Pain Management with Richard Gracer, MD
submitted by: admin on 10/12/2013
The first step in considering treatment is to make an accurate diagnosis. The body heals itself and we need to support it to promote healing by looking at a wide range of therapies that range from nutrition to surgery. Lifestyle medicine is the first place to start. Having flexibility in choosing a treatment is key to finding the best treatment.
New...
Policosanol
submitted by: admin on 10/14/2013
This interesting derivative from cane sugar has the ability to lower total cholesterol, LDL, and raise HDL. Studies documenting its effects are reviewed and information on its use revealed.
Preview, Diabetes Intro
submitted by: admin on 11/22/2024
Diabetes is a disease where there is defective energy production because of insulin resistance. The physiology of the metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, and the role
of insulin and sugar levels are discussed. Risk factors and
complications are reviewed. Treatment options are presented.
Preview, Diet, Which Diet is Right For You?
submitted by: admin on 11/22/2024
There are so many diets out there that most of us are confused about which one is right for us. Some of this is because there are so many "one size fits all" diets, such as the one recommended by the USDA in its food pyramid. In general there is a huge misconception that fats are bad and a lack of understanding that high fructose corn syrup and other sugars are...
Preview, Type 2 Diabetes, Introduction To
submitted by: admin on 11/22/2024
The physiology of the metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, and the role of insulin and sugar levels are discussed. Risk factors and complications are reviewed. Treatment options are presented.
Preview: Candida
submitted by: admin on 11/22/2024
Candida is a controversial condition that is generally not recognized in mainstream medicine but often highlighted in alterntive medicine. An overgrowth of candida albicans is the culprit and associated symptoms can involve any organ system in the body and cause an enormous range of symptoms. By eradicating candida with antifungal agents and a diet low in carbohytrates...
PTA Gets Junk Food Out of Schools
submitted by: admin on 10/14/2013
The PTA knows that getting junk food out of schools is necessary and they are taking action. High sugar foods are prevalent in school meals and vending machines. Less violence and better grades follow a healthy diet.
Revising School Nutrition Standards
submitted by: admin on 10/14/2013
Eighty percent of a survey in the US showed that we need better food standards to reduce calories, fat and sodium and encourage fruits, vegetables, and low fat dairy. There is some value to this, but there's more. Sugar and high fructose corn syrup should be very limited and certain fats need to be in our diets. Because there are vending machines with fast...
Role of the Brain in Sugar Metabolism
submitted by: admin on 11/26/2013
According to an article published in the November 2013 issue of the medical journal, Nature, glucose regulation is only 50% related to the action of insulin. The other 50% is regulated through a mechanism called "glucose effectiveness" that originates in the hypothalamus of the brain. Glucose effectiveness is an unrelated separate mechanism from...
Sitting is a Risk for Type 2 Diabetes
submitted by: admin on 11/22/2024
The risk of developing type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and death is doubled if you sit more than half of the time according to a meta-analysis of nearly 800,000 people, that is published in the October 2012 issue of the journal, Diabetologia. This link is over and above other lifestyle factors such as diet and exercise.
While the cause for this was not discussed,...
Sodas Deposit Fat in Liver, Muscle, and Abdomen
submitted by: admin on 10/14/2013
Drinking a liter of soda a day for 6 months increases the amount of fat that will accumulate in the liver, muscles, and abdomen by 25% according to a December 2011 article published in the AJCN. This has been linked to the metabolic syndrome, the precursor of type 2 diabetes, and all of its complications that include hypertension, heart attack, stroke, and obesity....
Sodas Linked to Stroke
submitted by: admin on 10/14/2013
The April of 2012 publication of the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition reported that a greater consumption of sugar-sweetened and low calorie sodas is linked to a higher risk for stroke. Soft drinks have been associated with weight gain, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, gout and coronary artery disease. Those people consuming the most...
Sugar
submitted by: admin on 10/16/2013
Diets high in high fructose corn syrup and other sugars lead to obesity, type 2 diabetes and its complications of heart attacks, strokes, hypertension and cancers. Many sugars provide empty calories.
Sugar and High Blood Pressure
submitted by: admin on 10/16/2013
It is well known that salt can cause increase your blood pressure. Recent research has shown that beverages containing sugar, such as soda and fruit juice, can also increase your blood pressure. The worse thing a person can do is to combine the two; such as "enjoying" a bag of chips and a soda with your lunch. This can double...
Sugar Makes You Stupid
submitted by: admin on 10/16/2013
Binging on food with high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) for 6 weeks may make you stupid. Studies on rats published in the May 2012 Journal of Physiology showed that HFCS over this time period was associated with slow brain function and hampered memory and learning abilities. What you eat affects how you think! Previous studies showed that fructose increases...
Sugary Drinks Linked to Heart Attacks
submitted by: admin on 10/16/2013
A new Harvard study published in Circulation showed that men who drank a 12 oz sugar sweetened beverage a day had a 20% increased risk of heart disease than those who didn't. They studied 42,000 men from 40-75 years old over 22 years. They found an increase in triglycerides and CRP and a decrease in HDL cholesterol; all risk factors for heart attacks. They...
Sweetened Drinks Can Lead to Depression
submitted by: admin on 02/16/2015
A study of more than 250,000 people aged 50-71 over 10 years showed that those who drank more than four cans of soda per or fruit juice per day were about 35% more likely to become depressed than those who did not drink them. Interestingly, those who drank four cups of coffee per day were 10% less likely to be depressed. Coffee, of course, contains caffeine,...
The Danger of Gaining Just Five Pounds
submitted by: admin on 09/30/2014
Gaining just five pounds can increase your blood pressure and lead to more weight around the middle according to a Mayo Clinic study presented at the American Heart Association's High Blood Pressure Research Scientific Sessions in September of 2014. In this study researchers tested blood pressures using 24 hour abulatory blood pressure monitors before and...
The Listen to Your Body Diet
submitted by: admin on 10/17/2013
Richard Kunin, MD is boarded in both psychiatry and neurology. He is also the founder and president of the Orthomolecular Health Medicine Society and one of the world's experts in cellular biochemistry that is anchored in nutrition.
In this video, Dr. Kunin explains his "Listen to Your Body Diet." He reviews the role of sugars and carbohydrates...
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