Selenium Benefits & Side Effects photo credit: Clean Wal-MartCan your multi-vitamin cause diabetes? Maybe! In recent months, multi-vitamins and supplements have gotten bad press as some research studies have linked the use of these substance to poor outcome and an increased risk of death in certain patients. One component of many multi-vitamins that has come [...]
Is Fish Oil Good For You? photo credit: woodleywonderworksMost people have heard by now that adding fish to your weekly dinner menu is important for good cardiovascular health. Fatty fish like salmon, mackerel, tuna, herring and halibut are rich in heart healthy oils known as omega-3 fatty acids. People will claim that fish oil can [...]
Diabetes Facts From A to Z A1C: The hemoglobin a1c blood test is an important test that is used to monitor how well your diabetes is being controlled. Your goal is to keep your a1c less than 7%. Bitter Melon: Bitter melon is a natural herb that has gained the attention of researchers for its [...]
Can Eating Too Much Sugar Cause Diabetes? photo credit: rosy outlook Diabetes mellitus is a condition that is associated with many different myths about how it develops, how to treat it and what can happen when you have it. One of the most commonly misunderstood things about diabetes is the association between sugar intake and the [...]
Using Foods to Lower Cholesterol photo credit: s58yFor diabetic patients, following a proper diet is not only essential to lowering blood sugar but also for keeping cholesterol levels low. Unfortunately, diabetes and hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol) tend to go hand in hand. Diabetics can see the effects of food on their blood sugar every day. It [...]