Walking is a great form of exercise, but no one agrees on the optimal distance for good health. A study found that roughly 11 minutes of brisk walking daily lowered the risk of an early death.
Carbs have the greatest impact on blood sugar levels, but they aren't the only nutrient that plays a role. Saturated fat and sodium aren’t often discussed, they can worsen insulin resistance.
Fermented foods are often discussed when talking about foods that aid gut health. One food that doesn’t get attention often enough is sauerkraut. New research shows how it can benefit the gut.
Ground turkey is a versatile form of protein, but we sometimes find ourselves in recipe ruts. We are sharing four low-carb recipes that use ground turkey that go way beyond burgers and chili!
In a study, places with higher concentrations of microplastics also had higher rates of high blood pressure, blood sugar concerns, strokes and other noncontagious illness.
Published guidelines for the best way to diagnose peripheral neuropathy recommend affordable, simple tests. But, neurologists and other doctors often order expensive, unnecessary tests instead.
A study used identical twins to study how vegan supplements compare to traditional supplements. The vegan supplements weren’t just as good as the traditional ones. They outperformed them.
Food additives are found in many processed and ultra-processed foods. A new study examined how combinations of common additives may increase the risk for blood sugar concerns.
We want everyone to enjoy their Easter! So we’re sharing two main courses and two sweet treats to let everyone celebrate together without upsetting anyone’s blood sugar goals!
Antibiotic resistance has been a rising concern in the medical field for years. However, new research found the artificial sweetener saccharin kills some of the most dangerous bacteria.
We have been writing about problems in the national parks recently. But there is always good news! National Park Week is coming up, and there will be celebrations all around!
There is a current debate about whether psyllium husk might be a natural alternative to a prescription medication for blood sugar concerns and weight management.
Eating a high-fat diet for an extended period reduces a brain chemical that activates dopamine in humans. That can lead to food being less pleasurable and more addictive as the brain seeks reward.
Ricotta is a great source of protein while being low in sodium and carbs. We love the soft, creamy cheese and enjoy cooking with it. We’re sharing four tasty, savory, low-carb recipes that feature ricotta.
People who drank water with Splenda had increased appetites by 20 percent compared to those who drank water mixed with white sugar. Brain scans showed it triggered cravings in the brain.
A viral video got a yoga instructor fired. While the internet is shouting about who is wrong and who is right, we have different concerns about the overall safety of hot yoga.
CGMs make people with blood sugar concerns safer while driving. According to research, people who had CGMs that alerted them to blood sugar lows were more confident in their safety.
The little-known lucuma fruit is used as a sweetener in powder form. Unlike most alternatives to sugar, it has nutritional benefits. It could become widely popular the way stevia once did.
Citrus fruits are in season, and it’s not too hot to turn on your oven. We are sharing eggless, low-carb orange desserts that are worth turning your oven on!
While most of us consider it a neutral way to keep our mouths busy, chewing gum releases thousands of microplastics into our mouths for us to swallow. That’s true for both synthetic and natural gum.
