(Natural News) One of the worst parts of a diabetes diagnosis for many people is the work that goes into keeping your blood sugar under control. Many people end up taking diabetes drugs despite their dangers and questionable efficacy simply because they want to take a pill and forget about it. While making dietary improvements […]

(Natural News) Researchers from Sun Yat-Sen University in China examined the longitudinal associations between changes in glycemic load (GL) and the incidence of diabetes among pre-diabetic patients. Their results were published in the journal Nutrition Research. According to the researchers, only a few prospective studies that evaluated the association between GL and diabetes have accounted for changes in […]

(Natural News) A type of summer squash and a member of the gourd family, zucchini originates in Central America but can now be found around the world. A good rule of thumb when picking zucchini is that the darker the fruit, the more nutrients it contains. Zucchini has plenty of dietary fiber and water, but not a […]

(Natural News) People who are overweight are often advised to exercise to lose weight. Now, a study finds that this not only aids in weight loss but also in improving insulin sensitivity. The paper, published in the journal Experimental Physiology, suggests a six-week short duration, high-intensity exercise training program to significantly improve insulin sensitivity, as well as muscle size […]

(Natural News) Danish researchers reported their discovery of a new protein that plays a significant role in the production of insulin. Developing a deeper understanding of the functions of this protein could help curb the excessive release of the hormone and prevent insulin resistance. Glucose-regulated protein 94 (GRP94) is an endoplasmic reticulum chaperone that binds itself to insulin-like growth factors such […]

(Natural News) If you’re concerned about diabetes, the first thing your doctor might suggest is getting a blood sugar test. This can certainly identify problems if it comes back outside of the normal range, but there’s another test you might also want to consider no matter how you perform on a fasting glucose test: a […]

(Natural News) Taking a glass or two of lemon water every morning is one of the simplest yet most effective ways to attain and maintain good health. The body is quick to absorb nutrients from the foods consumed during breakfast, allowing it to enjoy the many benefits of citrus-enriched water. This antioxidant-rich treat for the skin and […]

(Natural News) When it comes to good health, there aren’t really any shortcuts. Sugar is bad, and if you think you’re doing your body or your weight any favors by using sugar substitutes, you could be in for a very unpleasant surprise once all of their negative health effects catch up to you. Even one […]

(Natural News) You know that fiber is good for you, but are you aware that not all types of fiber are created equally? If you’re looking to raise your fiber intake, honing in on one type of fiber in particular can be beneficial in terms of your health, digestion and weight: inulin. First, it’s important […]

(Natural News) Blood sugar levels are rising throughout the American population. According to the Centers for Disease Control, more than one third of Americans are now suffering from pre-diabetes, a metabolic condition where the pancreas fails to produce enough of a hormone called insulin. When working properly, the pancreas produces the right amount of insulin […]