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03/26/2019 / By Michelle Simmons

Fresh potatoes (not fried ones) can improve blood sugar levels after consumption

People with diabetes often avoid potatoes because they score relatively high on the glycemic index (GI). However, new research suggests that these starchy, tuberous crops may actually be beneficial for diabetics. The study, which was published in the journal Nutrition Research, reveals that phenolic compounds in potatoes may help regulate glycemic response, which generally refers […]

03/26/2019 / By Michelle Simmons

Early to bed, early to rise: Study concludes the benefits of sleeping early in preventing diabetes

Your bedtime habits can affect your risk of developing diabetes. A literature review published in the journal Advances in Nutrition finds that going to bed and waking up earlier could help slash the risk of Type 2 diabetes. Earlier studies have suggested that chrono-nutrition, which is the timing of dietary intake, may be influenced by […]

03/21/2019 / By Michelle Simmons

Red sage extract exhibits antioxidant properties against diabetic nephropathy

A study published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine reported that red sage (Salvia miltiorrhiza), also known as Chinese sage, has the ability to suppress the progression of diabetic nephropathy due to its antioxidant properties. Diabetic nephropathy is a common cause of chronic kidney disease and end-stage renal disease that can be triggered by […]

03/20/2019 / By Michelle Simmons

Eat a healthy breakfast every day to reduce your risk of Type 2 diabetes, advise researchers

Breakfast is considered to be the most important meal of the day. Yet, many people still skip it without considering its health consequences. For one, skipping breakfast may increase the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. This risk increases as you continue to skip breakfast, according to a review recently published in The Journal of […]

03/14/2019 / By Michelle Simmons

High glycemic load linked to cerebral small vessel diseases

A recent study suggests that a high dietary glycemic load (GL) is linked to the presence and burden of cerebral small vessel diseases in people who experienced a stroke. The article, which was published in the journal Nutrition Research, looked at the effect of high glycemic load and glycemic index (GI) on the presence of cerebral […]

03/13/2019 / By Michelle Simmons

Why dried apples are such a good food option for diabetics

Apples really do keep the doctor away. Researchers from San Diego State University suggest that apples, particularly dried ones, can help regulate blood sugar levels and improve insulin response. The researchers reached this conclusion after looking at the potential of dried apples to regulate blood sugar and insulin in a group of healthy people. The researchers […]

03/07/2019 / By Michelle Simmons

Phenolic compounds in potatoes found to modulate glycemic response

A study shows that phenolic compounds in potatoes may help regulate glycemic response. The study, which was published in the journal Nutrition Research, aimed to determine the phenolic profiles of different varieties of fresh potatoes and chips, as well as to examine the potential of potato phenolic extracts in regulating starch digestion and intestinal glucose […]

03/07/2019 / By Michelle Simmons

Supplementing with resveratrol improves blood glucose level in people with Type 2 diabetes

Researchers at Tehran University of Medical Sciences in Iran report that supplementing with resveratrol can help people with Type 2 diabetes improve their blood sugar levels. In their study, they looked at the effect of resveratrol supplementation on the blood sugar level and inflammatory markers in people with Type 2 diabetes. Chronic low-grade inflammation is […]

03/05/2019 / By Michelle Simmons

The usefulness of guided meditation in improving the well-being of diabetics

Researchers from India suggest that a guided self-awareness based meditation program is a safe and effective therapy for people with Type 2 diabetes. In their study, which was published in the Journal of Complementary and Integrative Medicine, they found that guided meditation improved depression, anxiety, perceived stress, sleep, and quality of life of participants with […]

02/28/2019 / By Michelle Simmons

Dried apples regulate blood sugar levels

Researchers from San Diego State University report that dried apples could regulate blood sugar levels and improve insulin responses in healthy people. For their study, they examined the potential of dried apples to regulate blood sugar, insulin, satiety, and total plasma antioxidant levels, as well as the effect of dried apples on cognitive responses. In […]

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