We usually think of bacteria as a very bad thing, but our bodies are full of bacteria and yeasts that actually have beneficial roles in our health. Known as probiotics, these bacteria benefit elimination, immunity, mood, and more. In these studies, probiotics showed promise in supporting those with diarrhea, as well as people struggling with…
Month: September 2016
Nutrients Improve BMD and Protect against Osteoporosis in Women
According to the Center for Disease Control, 16% of American women 50 years and over have been diagnosed with osteoporosis of the femur neck or lumbar spine. In these recent studies, plant-sourced calcium and black tea flavonoids showed promise in supporting healthy bones in women. Find out more: Plant-sourced calcium Doctors expect women to lose…
Diabetes Update: Nutrients Improve and Slow Progression of Condition
According to the American Diabetes Association, “One-third of adults living with type 2 diabetes are not at their A1C goal. The Association recommends that people with diabetes have an individualized A1C goal. The goal for many adults with diabetes is less than 7 percent. A higher or lower goal may be appropriate for some people….
Diabetes Update: Everyday Nutrients Reduce Chances of Developing Type 2 Diabetes
According to the latest figures from the Centers for Disease Control, 29.1 million people or 9.3% of the U.S. population have diabetes. Since 27.8% of people with diabetes go undiagnosed, that means some 8.1 million people with diabetes do not actually know they have it. Besides the risk of hypoglycemia or hyperglycemic crisis that goes…
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