There are 17 million diabetics in the United States and 80 million more who are in some stage of insulin resistance. A diet high in carbohydrates and lack of nutrition are the two main factors in creating insulin resistance. Insulin resistance is a "pre-diabetic"...
Tuna, much like mayonnaise that it is often made with, is a staple of kitchens everywhere. However, as much as it is a great source of protein and Omega-3 fatty acids, it contains a hidden health risk: mercury. Mercury levels in oceans have been rising, and it...
"Heartburn" (sometimes called acid indigestion or acid reflux) is a burning sensation, usually centered in the middle of the chest near or above the breastbone (the bone in the center of the chest). If you find you are experiencing heartburn, there may be a remedy...
So what is a carbohydrate? Carbohydrates are simply long chains of sugar molecules hooked end-to-end. When a person eats carbohydrates their normal digestive process breaks up these chains into the individual sugar molecules, and they pass right through the intestinal...
Because not all carbohydrates are the same. Not all carbohydrates break down in the body the same way. Whole wheat bread is way different than broccoli when you eat it. First let us clear up two different things: Glycemic Index and Glycemic Load Glycemic Index is a...
Many food labels list various "fats" on their label. One can look at the label and not really understand what all these "fats" really are. Saturated fat: A fat that is solid at room temperature and comes chiefly from animal food products. Some examples are butter,...
If you were to visit a milk processing plant, you would see it is filled with all types of shiny steel equipment and machinery. Inside that machinery, the milk shipped from farms around the processing plant is completely re-made, so that there is so much protein, so...
One question we often hear from our customers is "How can I improve my circulation?" The good news is that there is a simple way to improve circulation in the body. It's called Contrast Showers. Here's how it's done: 1. You stand in the shower and turn the water on as...
Many individuals can significantly lower their cholesterol by eating lots of high fiber foods. As a result, after talking with their doctor, they can then reduce their cholesterol medications or stop taking them altogether. A study published in the New England Journal...
