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Simple Exercise to Lower Blood Sugar and Burn Fat

A research team at the University of Houston made a groundbreaking discovery: a simple exercise that effectively elevates oxidative metabolism, lowering blood sugar and burning fat. This exercise is especially suitable for people who lack time for physical activity or cannot exercise vigorously. This simple exercise, tailored for sedentary individuals, is called the soleus pushup ...

David Jirard

The soleus pushup exercise.

Amazing Superfood: Why Black Garlic Is Becoming the New White Garlic

Garlic has been used for ages to flavor different meals, from meats and soups. It has also been used for its health benefits and medicinal purposes. The use of garlic can be dated back to ancient India, China, Greece, Rome, and Egypt.  Over time, a trending variation of white garlic has emerged, boasting robust health ...

Nathan Machoka

Black garlic.

5 Health Benefits of Flaxseeds: A Superfood Worth Adding to Your Diet

Flaxseeds, scientifically known as Linum usitatissimum, are tiny, crunchy seeds with a nutty taste. Their color ranges from deep brown to light yellow when mature. They contain proteins, omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, and minerals. There are several ways to prepare the seeds, and you can find one that suits your recipes or needs. You can ...

Nathan Machoka

Dark flaxseeds.

Dr. He Lai Lihua Says: Environmental Factors and Technology Impact Weight Gain

Despite all of the help available today for losing weight, obesity rates continue to climb. The medical community now categorizes obesity as a disease, raising critical questions about why this “disease” has become so rampant in recent decades. What’s changed? The answer may be more intricate than initially perceived. Let’s delve into one physician’s advice ...

Tatiana Denning

Paper cutout of a thin female standing in front of a mirror and seeing a fat figure reflected back.

4 Symptoms of High Blood Sugar After a Meal

People who suffer from high blood sugar need to control their condition through exercise, diet, and medication. Many diabetics aren’t aware of their blood sugar fluctuations. There are simple methods to tell whether one’s blood sugar is too high. If these symptoms appear after meals and they occur frequently, the person’s blood sugar may be ...

David Jirard

Excessive thirst after a meal is one sign of high blood sugar.

Do You Know the Benefits of Balsam Pears?

Did you know that balsam pears can do magic? Balsam pears are more commonly known as bitter melons or bitter gourds. They have some medical uses that are really worth knowing. Recent studies have shown that these pears are extremely beneficial for our health and well-being. Improving appetite and digestion Research shows that balsam pears can improve ...

Kathy McWilliams

Slices of bitter melon, also known as balsam pear or bitter gourd, sitting on a cutting board.

Eating Kelp to Help Prevent the ‘Three Highs’

Eating kelp can help lower the “three highs.” The three highs in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) are high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and high blood sugar. These are three common ailments for people after middle age, also known as metabolic syndrome. You already know to eat your daily servings of vegetables, but when was the ...

Helen London

A dish of kelp.

Dr. Jason Fung: Reversing Type 2 Diabetes

Doctors have been telling us that Type 2 diabetes is a chronic, progressive disease, but Dr. Jason Fung says otherwise. MedlinePlus defines Type 2 diabetes as a chronic disease in which a high level of glucose is found in the blood. If you consult dieticians, doctors, and diabetes experts, most would say the same thing. ...

Raven Montmorency

Type 2 diabetes blood sugar measurement.

Nutrition and Lifestyle Changes Help Reverse Autism

Can you reverse autism? People with autism face several challenges. However, there is a growing body of evidence indicating that autism can be helped through proper nutrition. By treating the whole person, including diet and lifestyle, it is a real possibility that you can reverse autism. What causes autism? While no one factor is considered ...

Emma Lu

Autism can be reversed with diet.