Insomnia Brings on Type 2 Diabetes

by | Jan 3, 2012 | 2 comments

Insulin resistance, a chronic condition where one’s body isn’t able to process blood sugar, has long been tied to sleep apnea. However, new research coming out of Japan’s Teikyo University discovered that sleepless nights may also boost insulin resistance. In this...

Smog Worsens Insulin Resistance

by | Dec 30, 2011 | 7 comments

Living in cities with high levels of air pollution can increase insulin resistance and make people more prone to type 2 diabetes, the results of a Danish research study suggests. A particular pollutant, known as nitric oxide, is specifically tied to increases in blood...

One Drink Per Day Keeps Diabetes Away

by | Dec 26, 2011 | 21 comments

Those wanting to keep type 2 diabetes at bay should eat healthy, exercise everyday and down alcohol in moderation, according to research published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition this week. In this study of 80,000 women, those that habitually drank two...

Unexpected Weight Loss Benefits for Diabetics

by | Dec 16, 2011 | 2 comments

Most folks with type 2 diabetes are well-aware of the health benefits they get from losing excess weight. From improved blood sugar levels to reduced heart disease risk, losing weight is one of the best ways to improve overall health. However, a new study presented at...

High Fructose Corn Syrup vs Sugar, Issue Explained

by | Dec 13, 2011 | 31 comments

The food industry LOVES High Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS) and for a good reason. It’s a very cheap sweetener that prolongs shelf life, prevents sugar from crystallizing in drinks, makes bakery goods look golden and delicious and has several great effects on frozen food....

High Intensity Exercise Boon to Blood Sugar and Diabetes

by | Dec 12, 2011 | 12 comments

They discovered that a special form of cardio –known as interval—reduced blood sugar better than traditional steady-state cardio. In this study of 8 type 2 diabetics, the subjects were asked to perform thrice-weekly interval training sessions on an exercise bike, each...