Because fasting can raise the risk of low blood sugar in those with Type 2 diabetes, it’s generally recommended that those with the health condition consult a personal physician before attempting any type of fasting [...]
For those trying to manage blood sugar, a healthy diet is key. However, while food choice is important, getting adequate physical activity is, too. Many Americans fall short when it comes to the U.S. federal [...]
Almost half of all Americans have blood sugar concentrations that are considered too high, with those over 60 being especially at risk (1). Uncontrolled, it could mean a higher risk of metabolic syndrome and eventual [...]
To view "The Perks of Exercising Every Day of Your Life" graphic, click the image to the left (or here). Reaching retirement age should not mean retiring your running shoes, yet it happens all too [...]
Since their discovery more than 75 years ago by the Nobel Laureate geneticist Hermann Müller, telomeres have attracted worldwide attention among scientists investigating the aging process. Telomeres are the protective caps on the ends of [...]
Studies show consuming whey protein before or with meals can improve blood sugar management. One of the keys to a healthier, longer life is sustaining healthy blood sugar. Managing blood sugar is different [...]
Not getting adequate sleep can be problematic to athletic performance. By Michael Colgan, Ph.D. All mammals, including us, run on an internal circadian clock. It developed in early forms of life, and has [...]
By Andrea Frank Henkart, M.A., Certified Nutritional Counselor Most parents agree that everything in moderation is best when it comes to our kids, especially when it comes to food. With vending machines filled with junk [...]
No matter how hard you might wish it were true, you can’t just eat and drink whey protein every day and expect to make serious muscle gains. That takes getting off the couch and into [...]
