You hear a lot about insulin resistance these days because it’s a growing problem. It’s also a risk factor for other health problems. Are you at risk for insulin resistance? Find out more about what causes it and the role that lifestyle factors play in preventing it.
Tiny but very active bacteria that live in your intestines play a role in controlling body weight. The good news? New research shows you can favorably alter the composition of these bacteria by changing your diet. Find out how gut bacteria impact your body weight and how it might be possible to select for ones that reduce the risk of obesity.
It’s a controversial topic – fructose and high-fructose corn syrup. Is it really the driving force behind insulin resistance and obesity? Find out what a new study shows about how your body handles sugar – both fructose and table sugar.
Spices are one of the quickest ways to add flavor to food but they’re good for more than that. If you’re trying to control your weight, adding more spice to your food can help you achieve your goal. Discover five reasons why you should add more spices to your diet if you’re trying to control your weight.
Insulin resistance is a growing problem – and one that lifestyle has a direct impact on. Insulin resistance increases the risk for health problems as well as weight gain. Here are five lifestyle habits that promote insulin resistance and how to correct them.
Still confused about dietary carbohydrates? Many people are. Here are some common misconceptions about carbohydrates and why they’re still an important part of a healthy diet – if you choose the right ones. Find out how to make smarter carb choices.
Around the time of menopause or just after, many women see their waistline increase in size. This comes as a surprise to women who are watching what they eat and working out almost every day. Even women who are relatively lean after menopause often wage a battle with belly fat and frequently notice a redistribution of body fat from their buttocks and thighs to their tummy and waistline. Why is an expanding waistline and belly fat such a problem after menopause and what can you do to control tummy fat after menopause?
Insulin is a hormone that’s vital to life. It helps your body store energy and hold onto body fat. On the other hand, it also helps you build muscle when you work out. Find out more about the science of insulin, how it can work in your favor – and work against you too.
Eating a healthy diet is important for heart health but it’s more than just the types of fats you eat. Micronutrients count when it comes to the health of your heart, especially the mineral composition of your diet. Find out which minerals are most important for the health of your heart and how to get more of them naturally through diet.
You’re probably pretty aware of what you’re eating, especially if you’re trying to control your weight. But how concerned are you about when you eat? According to a new study, when you eat your big meal of the day may have a significant impact on how much weight you lose. Find out more.
No doubt resistance training builds a more toned, defined body, but it does a lot of things you can’t see. New research shows that, like aerobic exercise, it can improve your metabolic health by its effects on hormones like insulin. Find out how resistance training impacts metabolic health and how you can get the most benefits.
Pear-shaped people were once thought to enjoy a lower rate of heart disease and type 2-diabetes compared to apple-shapes, those who store fat around their waistline. Recently, a study called this into question. Find out why thigh and buttock fat is a health risk too
