A study shows how a fructose high diet slows the brain, hampering learning and memory, and how the disruption can be counteracted with omega-3 fatty acids.1✅ JOURNAL REFERENCEDOI: 10.1113/jphysiol.2012.230078 Although prior research has shown how the body is harmed by fructose through its role in obesity and diabetes, this study reveals how the brain is… Read More »
New research from Wuhan, China shows that, in patients with COVID-19 but without a previous diagnosis of diabetes, abnormally high blood sugar is associated with more than double the risk of death and also an increased risk of severe complications. The study is by Dr Yang Jin, Union Hospital and Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University… Read More »
Texas reported 8,698 coronavirus hospitalizations on Monday, a record high rise in infections for the eighth consecutive day. Public health officials warn the state could see an increase in new cases this week as data streams in from across the state following the long holiday weekend. “There were a lot of jurisdictions that didn’t report new cases with… Read More »
Frequent urination, fatigue, and blurry vision are just some of the symptoms of uncontrolled type 2 diabetes. Dips and spikes can not only make you feel cranky and sluggish, but they can also wreak havoc on your personal health. No wonder your primary care doctor was on you about your last A1C checkup. The tricky… Read More »
I have normal systolic blood pressure, but my diastolic goes between 82 and 96 during the work day and goes down to normal at night or when there is no stress. Should I be concerned or is this normal? If you don’t have other health issues that increase your risk of cardiovascular problems, the situation… Read More »