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Can You Reverse Insulin Resistance? Here’s What a Diabetes Expert Says
One unexpected benefit of the COVID-19 pandemic is the increased awareness of healthy eating and lifestyle, per a 2021 study in Appetite. While this is undoubtedly a positive finding, metabolic health is one vital aspect of our well-being that continues to fly under the radar. Chiefly, insulin resistance—a silent disruptor that affects millions of people worldwide. Insulin resistance occurs when your cells don’t respond effectively to insulin, leading to elevated blood sugar levels and potential health issues, including type 2 diabetes, obesity, heart disease and metabolic syndrome, per a 2020 review in Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity.
Kaly JohnesPublished about 7 hours ago in LongevityA Thorn in the Flesh: The Burning Question of Shoulder Pain
It’s a pain that creeps up on you; a smoldering ember that suddenly bursts into flames. One minute you’re reaching for thaty cup on the top shelf, and the next, you’re clutching your shoulder, a grimace etched on your face. It’s not just a sting; it’s a searing sensation that feels like it’s burning right through you. So, what’s behind this fiery ordeal?
health_kkkkeepPublished about 12 hours ago in LongevityA Ray of Relief: Navigating Back Pain and the Light at the End of the Tunnel
The Uninvited Guest: Understanding Back Pain Back pain – it’s like the unwelcome neighbor that just won’t take a hint. You’ve tried the polite “no thank yous,” the firm “not todays,” and yet, there it is, as persistent as ever. For many, hydrocodone has been the go-to guest to show pain the door. But let’s pull back the curtain on this often misunderstood character in the saga of back pain relief.
health_kkkkeepPublished about 12 hours ago in LongevityExercise In Moderation
I try to exercise everyday, If I don’t my muscles can stiffen up. If you over due the exercise, muscle can cramp up. Moderation is my key.
Mariann CarrollPublished about 15 hours ago in LongevityWhy Diabetes Can Speed Up Cognitive Decline, and 5 Things You Can Do to Help
The next time you're at the mall, supermarket, sporting event or park, take a look around. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 1 in 10 (or about 11.3%) of the individuals you see have received a type 2 diabetes diagnosis. And a staggering 1 in almost 4 U.S. adults (38.0%) meet the criteria for prediabetes, the CDC adds.
Kaly JohnesPublished a day ago in LongevityCan Eating Too Much Sugar Cause Diabetes? Here's What Experts Say
What Is Diabetes? Diabetes is an umbrella term used to describe dysfunction in glucose metabolism, which causes hyperglycemia (high blood sugar). This can occur when the body makes little or no insulin, the body’s cells are resistant to the insulin it makes, or a combination of both. There are various types of diabetes, with different risk factors and causes. The American Diabetes Association Standards of Care breaks down the main types of diabetes:
Kaly JohnesPublished a day ago in LongevityBeware When Disease X Approaches! Scientists' Shocking Predictions Revealed
Disclosure: AI technology assisted in the flow and research for this article. The article was created by a human (me) and also improved greatly with Grammarly. This article is intended for us to gain a broader understading of disease X, which is currently unknown, yet it's important to remain vigilant and read the literature so we can be well informed. Please do keep up your healthy habits, as well as hygine too. Covid may be over but who knows what the future holds.
Shoulder Pain: A Nuisance No More!
“Shoulder pain,” I muttered, rubbing my aching deltoid. The pain had become a constant companion, like that overly chatty neighbor who insists on discussing the weather every morning. But unlike the neighbor, this pain didn’t take a day off. It was relentless, gnawing at me like a persistent squirrel trying to crack open a stubborn nut.
health_kkkkeepPublished 2 days ago in LongevityThe Glow That Healed My Soul: A Red Light Therapy Tale
Once upon a time, in the quiet corner of my cluttered apartment, I stumbled upon a secret—a whisper from the universe that promised relief. It wasn’t a mystical scroll or a cryptic riddle; it was a humble device—the red light therapy belt.
health_kkkkeepPublished 2 days ago in LongevityThicker Dreams
There’s a certain intimacy in the act of hair care, isn’t there? It’s a ritual that connects us to ourselves, to our ancestors who combed their locks by candlelight, to our future selves who will look back at photos and say, “Look how my hair shone.” I found myself pondering this one quiet morning, the sun barely whispering through the blinds, as I held a bottle of Hair La Vie Renewing Growth Treatment in my hands.
health_kkkkeepPublished 2 days ago in LongevityThe #1 Drink To Help Reduce Diabetes Risk, According to New Research
It’s well-documented that eating whole, nutritious foods like vegetables, nuts and oats is known to help to prevent diabetes. And it might even surprise you to learn that increasing your fruit intake could also be beneficial in the same way. But new research suggests that you should also be reaching for the tea kettle! According to a study published on October 3rd in Diabetologia, drinking a cup of dark tea daily helps control blood sugar and may help reduce your risk for developing prediabetes and type 2 diabetes.
Kaly JohnesPublished 2 days ago in LongevityCan The Order in Which You Eat Your Food Help Prevent Diabetes? New Study Suggests Yes
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 96 million U.S. adults—that’s over 1 in 3—have prediabetes, a condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to meet the criteria for a type 2 diabetes diagnosis.
Kaly JohnesPublished 2 days ago in Longevity