risk for type 2 diabetes
You often hear people say that whole grain foods are unhealthy and should be avoided. Is there any truth to this idea? Find out what research shows about whole grains – the dietary components they offer and whether they have health benefits. You might be surprised.
Exercise is one of the best things you can do for yourself, but exercise goes hand in hand with good nutrition. The two work synergistically to help you lower your risk for health problems and stay healthy. Find out why it’s important to “mind your nutrition” even if you work out every day.
With a desk job, you don’t have to brave the outdoor temperatures to make a living but being so sedentary can take a toll on your health in a number of ways. Here are five ways having a desk job may be harmful to your health.
Would you rather be skinny or strong? Hopefully, you said strong. This article lists five reasons strong is better than skinny and why building strength is better than using unhealthy measures to lose weight.
Regular physical exercise is important for lowering your risk for type 2 diabetes. Most people think of aerobic workouts as being the most effective for type 2 diabetes prevention – but what about strength-training? Find out what new research shows about strength training and the risk of type 2 diabetes.
Root vegetables – when’s the last time you had some? Recent research shows they have benefits for blood vessels and controlling blood sugar. Find out more about the health benefits of root vegetables and why they’re the perfect addition to a healthy diet.
Are you hooked on your morning cup of java? Drinking coffee has health benefits and some people think it helps control their appetite. Does sipping coffee really help with appetite control? What about its effects on metabolism? Find out more about coffee and its impact on appetite and metabolism.
Think you’re immune to type 2 diabetes because you’re thin? Not necessarily so. Type 2 diabetes is on the rise and even normal weight and thin people can get it. Find out why thinner people get type 2 diabetes and how to lower your risk.
Do you eat your meals in a leisurely manner or scarf them down in ten minutes flat? Eating fast increases your risk for obesity, but a new study suggests it may have other health consequences as well. Find out what they are – and how to slow down the pace of a meal.
