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Gut bacteria and insulin resistance affect our digestion, and according to a new study by John Hopkins researchers, they are also linked to obesity. Why is gut bacteria important? It is a well-known fact that our intestines have bacteria also known as gut flora. Scientists estimate that we have 200 to 500 gut flora species ...click here to read more

Diabetes refers to a condition in which the pancreas may produce insufficient insulin or fail to produce insulin—a hormone that converts glucose into energy. When glucose is not converted into energy, it remains in the blood stream in significantly high quantities. Sometimes, the pancreas may produce sufficient insulin, but the person’s insulin sensitivity can be ...click here to read more

Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) is a heart rate that accelerates when you stand up. This condition can take effect up to 10 minutes after standing up. This condition prevents the body from controlling blood pressure and heart rate as it normally would, stopping blood from getting to the brain. This often results in dizziness ...click here to read more

Heart function is adversely affected for some time when people with cardiac problems follow crash diets, according to a new study presented at Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance (CMR) 2018. Although this deterioration is transitory, patients with heart disease should consult a doctor before taking on a low calorie regimen like a crash diet. What is a ...click here to read more

The Mediterranean diet has been in focus for quite some time as a good way to support health, particularly heart health and brain health. Well, a Spanish study now suggests that men who adhere to a strict Mediterranean diet have lower cases of aggressive prostate cancer. Those who most closely followed the Mediterranean diet experienced ...click here to read more

February is Low Vision Awareness Month, so we are rounding up our relevant topics. You can read about low vision in elderly, how to improve your quality of life, AMD lifestyle changes, AMD home remedies, and an AMD diet. AMD refers to age-related macular degeneration. In simpler words, it refers to eye problems caused due ...click here to read more

Cognitive decline, often observed in patients surviving a stroke, can be slowed down with a MIND diet. Researchers at Rush University Medical Center examined the MIND diet and claim that it reduces the risk of dementia that is commonly observed in stroke survivors. The MIND diet (Mediterranean-DASH Diet Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay) is a combination ...click here to read more

Congestive heart failure (CHF), a condition where the heart functions inefficiently, has been found to be linked with metabolism. According to new research published by the German Cancer Research Center, metabolic changes in the body affect this progressive and life-threatening condition. A change in metabolism refers to a change in the key source of energy ...click here to read more

Gluten is a type of protein that is found in grains such as wheat, rye, and barley. Some people have gluten sensitivity and have allergic reactions to it. In addition, those with celiac disease can have a bad bodily reaction to this protein if consumed. Those with celiac have a restricted diet and can only ...click here to read more

Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) can be improved with a healthy body weight and exercise. Ankylosing spondylitis is a type of inflammatory arthritis that mainly affects the spine and can lead to pain, fatigue, and stiffness. But research has shown regular exercise can help improve it. The American College of Rheumatology (ACR) outlined recommendations for patients with ...click here to read more

By definition, complex partial seizures only affect specific areas of the brain rather than the entire brain simultaneously. Like other types of seizures, they’re characterized by various electrical surges of energy that take place in different portions of the brain. This sensation can be caused by any number of mitigating factors, which will be discussed ...click here to read more

It’s pretty obvious why you shouldn’t consume too much fat in your diet. It can lead to weight gain along with other health problems. The latest study findings uncover another reason to steer clear of dietary fat, especially if you’re a male with prostate cancer. A diet high in fat can increase the spread of ...click here to read more

A new study released through the Journal of Nutritional Science has found that drinking one hundred percent (pure) fruit juice is not associated with a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes, and also has no major effect on glycemic control. Fasting blood glucose, fasting blood insulin, and insulin resistance are not significantly affected by ...click here to read more

Are your pants feeling a bit tighter since the holiday season? Don’t feel so bad, many of us are in the same boat. But now that it’s the new year, it’s time to get back on track and get rid of those extra pounds. Yes, you can change your diet, and of course, you can ...click here to read more