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Diet Sensor : The Tool For Nutrition Therapy In Diabetes

24/04/16

Although type 2 diabetes is preventable, its prevalence and incidence are rapidly increasing in the United States and worldwide. Currently, more than 5.4% of adults worldwide have a diagnosis of diabetes, and an estimated 300 million will have diabetes by 2025. With no cure available for diabetes, primary prevention through diet and exercise is important. […]

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Nutrition and Lifestyle Modifications for Diabetes Patients

06/04/16

In a new study published in US Endocrinology, researchers examined the effectiveness of nutrition and lifestyle modifications in improving diabetes outcomes. One of their essential focuses was on the “ABCs” of diabetes management: A1c, blood pressure and cholesterol. Maintaining an A1c level of about 7%, keeping your blood pressure <140/90mmHg, and maintaining LDL at <100mg/dL (with […]

Understanding NASH: The Silent Liver Disease

31/03/23

Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) is a liver disease that is often called a “silent” disease because it can develop without any symptoms. It is a type of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) that is characterized by the buildup of fat in the liver. Over time, the buildup of fat can cause inflammation and damage to the […]

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Part 3-Building Muscle By Calculating Daily Carbohydrates Intake

17/12/18

In our previous posts, we looked at the surprisingly technical process of building muscle by first calculating optimal daily caloric intake levels, and determining the necessary daily amount of protein and fat necessary to reach your target goal. In this article, we’ll tell you how to meet your daily carbohydrate intake level. As a reminder, […]

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NASH: How Cereals, Starches and Legumes Affect Your Liver Health

31/03/23

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a condition where there is an accumulation of fat in the liver. In severe cases, it can lead to non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), which is a more serious form of the disease that can cause liver damage, inflammation, and scarring. Research suggests that certain dietary factors, including carbohydrates, can play […]

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New dietary guidelines limit sugar, rethink cholesterol

30/05/16

The 2015 guidelines recommend a “healthy eating pattern” with limited sugar and saturated fat, less salt and more vegetables and whole grains. The guidelines are revised every five years, and the draft version of this year’s guide came in months ago at more than 500 pages. The guidance affects everything from what’s served in school […]

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The different diets used in the treatment of epilepsy

17/11/23

The ketogenic or keto diet is a high-fat, low-carb diet that has been used since the 1920s to treat epilepsy, especially in those with drug-resistant epilepsy. Its main goal is to induce the state of ketosis, in which the body uses ketones produced from dietary and stored fat as its main source of energy instead […]

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The Ketogenic Diet in the Treatment of Drug-Resistant Epilepsies in Children

24/11/23

The ketogenic diet, high in fats and low in carbohydrates, is a proven therapeutic approach for certain drug-resistant epilepsies in children. This special diet aims to produce ketone bodies, providing an alternative energy source for the brain. Initially used to mimic the effects of fasting, it has evolved into various forms, including the classic ketogenic […]

Holiday Season Cooking with Omega-3 Fatty Acids

29/12/17

Are you short of ideas for festive meals? Try some recipes that replace unhealthy fats with good ones such as omega-3 fatty acids. These unsaturated fatty acids are essential for proper functioning of our bodies. They act as energy reserves and intervene in the production of certain nutrients by the body. Omega-3 fatty acids can […]

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Overweight And Pregnant: DietSensor Helps You To Manage Weight Gain During Pregnancy

28/06/16

New research suggests gorging on junk food in pregnancy increases the risk a woman’s children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren will suffer metabolic problems. The sad part is that the findings show the risks remains even if their offspring consume healthy diets. Read the full article at: www.dailymail.co.uk If you started off your pregnancy carrying too much […]

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TRIGLYCDERIDES – WHY DO THEY MATTER

04/10/22

Educating ourselves on triglycerides will help us understand the roles they play in cardiovascular health. Knowing the causes and impact of their high level in our body is essential to avoid future complications. Triglycerides are by far the most abundant type of fat or lipid found in our blood. Their main function is to store […]

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