Obesity is a growing public health crisis, bringing with it many serious risk factors, including cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. read more

Ramadan fasting can help decrease insulin resistance and maintain a healthy body weight, a study suggests. read more

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The details were published in the Journal of Neuroscience. The blood-brain barrier is comprised of high-density cells which restrict the passage of substances in the body from the bloodstream. read more

Participants noted that pre-meal hunger and their cravings for sweet foods later in the day tended to be lower if they ate the low-carb breakfast. read more

Including these foods like lentils, okra, sweet potato, moringa and more in your diet will benefit not just your health but the planet, too read more

If weight gain due to smoking cessation is something you fear, use the tips below to help you control your weight. read more

Intermittent fasting may be beneficial in reversing type 2 diabetes and controlling blood glucose levels, shows this new study. read more

The gut is home to a highly complex microbial community consisting of trillions of diverse tiny microorganisms, collectively called the microbiota. In a healthy state, these microorganisms work in harmony with the body to help digest food, generate and... read more

The study’s results support previous research finding that a plant-based, high-carbohydrate diet can help with weight regulation and body composition and reduce the risk for type 2 diabetes. read more

It’s polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) awareness month. If you are dealing with this condition, experts suggest dietary changes that can help. read more

Type 2 diabetes risk increases after being deprived of sleep for just six hours or a single night, says a new study. read more

Insulin, a hormone produced by beta cells of the pancreatic islets, can boost your immune health, says a new study. read more

Reduced glucose tolerance has long been recognised as a potential risk factor for Parkinson’s Disease, and there is increasing scrutiny of insulin resistance as a pathologic driver of neuro-degeneration. read more

Diabetes and beer: Is beer good for diabetics? Diabetes patients are often tempted to drink beer or other alcohol, but are always wary of the dangerous fluctuations in their sugar levels it can cause. Here’s what experts want you to know before you hit... read more