Testosterone is a hormone present in human beings and other animals. It affects various bodily functions like sperm production, bone mass, and sex drive. In males, the hormone is mainly generated in the testicles. Even though females produce it in their ovaries, it is made in small quantities. Testosterone levels in the body may drop … Continue reading Top 5 Foods to Boost Your Testosterone
Those recently diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes sometimes don’t take their doctor’s recommendations seriously. All they hear is what they can’t do. They can’t have desserts, bread, pasta, potatoes, rice, and a host of other carbohydrates. Even some fruit is off-limits! One 2016 study suggests convincing patients to take blood sugar-reducing medications is challenging because … Continue reading Why Controlling Your Blood Sugar is Important
The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics has created recommendations for men and their caloric intake. Understandably, men and women have different requirements when it comes to healthy eating. Most men need a diet of 2,200-2,800 calories a day, and below are some of the must-haves to add to their diet. 1. Enjoy whole grains Eat … Continue reading 7 Diet Tips for Healthy Males
Although fertility issues and relationship to diet are often in the news, it is usually in regards to a female’s fertility. But men suffer from this issue as well, especially because obesity and high fat diets both can affect the quality of a man’s sperm. Doctors recommend a form of the Mediterranean diet, featuring fruits, … Continue reading Top 6 Male Fertility Diet Nutrients
Researchers at the University of Surrey are researching how the time of day a person eats may reduce the risk of obesity, and cholesterol levels associated with type 2 diabetes. The 10-week study led by Dr. Denise Robertson will study 51 participants between the ages of 18-65 who have a risk of developing type 2 … Continue reading Changing Mealtime Could Reduce Your Risk for Type 2 Diabetes
As we make it through the early months of the year, it is time to start dreaming of summer, And when we think of shedding layers and getting ready for the beach, it is imperative that we get our bodies in peak shape. Here are the six top diets that lay claim to the most … Continue reading Top 6 Weight Loss Diets as Voted by US News and World Report
Diabetes is a debilitating disease in which the blood glucose levels cannot be regulated, and in type 2 diabetes, your body does not use insulin efficiently to drop the glucose. Scientists have long been studying the effects of diabetes, and despite all of the advice and studies, telling people to eat better is just not … Continue reading New Study to Determine How Meal Time Affects Health
Since the 1960’s, the medical community has looked to the Mediterranean diet as the linchpin to good health. Along with enjoying the gorgeous weather that is located near the Mediterranean Sea, the people who live in Greece understand how to eat. What is the Mediterranean Diet? The Mediterranean diet, which focuses on fruits and vegetables, … Continue reading The Latest News about the Mediterranean Diet and Your Mind
New research shows eating fruits, vegetables, and whole grains are associated with a lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes. You’re not surprised, are you? Adding fruits and veggies has many health benefits, so it makes sense that they’d aid in diabetes-prevention too. However, research shows even small increases in fruits and vegetables can make … Continue reading Lower Your Chances of Diabetes With These Foods
Are you training for a marathon? A weight lifting competition? Or maybe you just want to be on top of your game. No matter what your goal, if you’re an athlete, nutrition is vital to your success. To help top athletes perform, here’s a look at some of the most effective nutritional tips: Hit the … Continue reading 3 Nutrition Tips for Top Athletes
