The American Diabetes Association takes millions from companies that stand to profit from our reliance on drugs. Is that affecting their For a glimpse into how big business influences the $4tn US healthcare system, look no further than the world’s most powerful diabetes advocacy and research non-profit, the American Diabetes Association (ADA).Diabetes afflicts 38 million […]
One of the most common challenges that people all over the world face is that of eating healthy and controlling our meal portions. Some of us struggle with it to help with weight issues, others have to keep an eye on their food intake for particular health conditions. Others just want to maintain a healthy
William Banting is known for the being the first person to promote the benefits of a low-carb diet , which was originally referred to as the “Banting diet”. Almost 150 years after his renowned booklet ‘ Letter on Corpulance, Addressed to the Public ’ was published in 1863, the Banting diet has been backed up
PETALING JAYA: It’s World Diabetes Day and here’s the bitter truth – the disease has become more common in Malaysia, with its prevalence increasing by seven percentage points over the past decade. We are also the country with the highest rate of cases in South-East Asia. About 19% of our population was diabetic in 2021
Executive summary * This week’s study made media headlines worldwide and generated much interest on Twitter. * It claimed that having examined data from 216,695 people, red meat intake (total, processed and unprocessed) increased the risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). * This makes no sense from the outset, as diabetes is a glucose
It also has a ton of different beauty, household, and cooking uses. These include cleaning, washing hair, preserving food, and improving skin function. Apple cider vinegar is a kitchen staple that has several impressive health benefits. You can also use apple cider vinegar in all sorts of recipes, including salad dressings, soups, sauces, hot drinks,
Guavas are tropical trees originating in Central America. Their fruits are oval in shape with light green or yellow skin and contain edible seeds. What’s more, guava leaves are used as an herbal tea and the leaf extract as a supplement. Guava fruits are amazingly rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, potassium, and fiber. This remarkable
Many dietary and lifestyle habits can lead to weight gain and cause you to put on excess body fat. Consuming a diet high in added sugars, such as those found in sweetened beverages, candy, baked goods, and sugary cereals, is a contributing factor in weight gain and chronic health conditions, including obesity, heart disease, and
