A simple fiber supplement could reshape the gut microbiome, stabilize blood sugar spikes, and even prevent preterm births in high-risk pregnancies, offering a promising new path for precision prenatal care. Study: Dietary fiber supplementation mitigates gestational diabetes risk and preterm birth via gut microbiota modulation: a randomized controlled trial. Image credit: dilyaz/Shutterstock.com A new study … Read more
To be healthy, conventional wisdom tells us to exercise and limit fatty foods. Exercise helps us lose weight and build muscle. It makes our hearts stronger and boosts how we take in and use oxygen for energy – one of the strongest predictors of health and longevity. But people with high blood sugar often don’t … Read more
Mumbai: Nearly half of women with gestational diabetes continue to have abnormal blood sugar levels years after childbirth, according to a new study by Mumbai’s King Edward Memorial (KEM) Hospital. Mumbai, India – April 17, 2020: People passby KEM Hospital, Parel in Mumbai, India, on Friday, April 17, 2020. (Photo by Pratik Chorge/Hindustan Times) (Pratik … Read more
Beyond Sugar: Unmasking the hidden Culprits Behind High Blood Sugar Many individuals diligently eliminate refined sugar, seeking to gain control of their blood glucose levels. Yet, despite these efforts, readings may remain stubbornly high. This can be incredibly frustrating, but understanding the multifaceted nature of blood sugar regulation is key. Several factors, often overlooked, can … Read more
You’ve read a celebrity interview, heard a neighbour spill their diet secrets, or taken inspiration from a social media post and finally ditched refined sugar. But why, then, is your glucometer reading still skyrocketing? According to Edwina Raj, head of services – clinical nutrition & dietetics, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangaluru, your blood sugar levels can … Read more
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