Reduce Diabetes Risk By Increasing Fiber And Magnesium Intake

As a young child I’ve been taught that milk is a complete food because it contains most of the nutrients necessary for good health. Most especially, milk is the best natural source of Vitamin D and Calcium - the key nutrients for bone health. Now, the combination of Vitamin D and Calcium has been found to reduce the risk of developing type-2 diabetes, giving us (even adults) additional reason to drink milk. According to this article: the recommended three servings of low-fat or fat-free milk... Read more »

Different Types Of Varicose Veins You Should Know About

Most people seem to think that you can only get varicose vein in your legs, which is not true. In fact, varicose vein can occur in many other parts of your body. These include your abdomen, pelvic, vulvar and uterus. Varicose vein can even occur on the face. Varicose Vein In The Legs Varicose veins are enlarged swollen veins that appear close to the surface of the skin and are deep blue or purple in color. They are usually unsightly, and caused by malfunctioning veins. Although any vein can become... Read more »

Bitter Melon: A Sweet Solution?

I would be truly happy if broccoli can grow in my backyard. But with our tropical climate, that would be impossible. However, I cannot complain that we can grow string beans, tomatoes, eggplants and bitter melons. Bitter melon or bitter gourd is beneficial to diabetics. Thank God we have tons in our backyard that my mother grew. I swear there are times when we have bitter gourd in our dish for consecutive days. As it is one of the most common local vegetables here (Philippines) we can cook them with... Read more »

What Should You Know About Your Diet In Preventing Acid Reflux

Acid reflux happens when the lower esophageal sphincter is weakened or forced open by eating certain foods. Everybody will have their own triggers when it comes to reflux, however there are certain foods that cause reflux in the bulk of those who suffer from the problem. People who remember the acid reflux foods to avoid should be able to remove this condition from their lives and they will sleep and feel better throughout each day. Therefore it is important to change or adopt appropriate dietary... Read more »

Tips To Overcome Heartburn

Heartburn can arise from several causes. The medical condition pyrosis or commonly known as heartburn, results from a reflux of the acidic contents of the stomach. This acidic regurgitation burns the inner walls of the esophagus and the sufferer experiences a searing or burning pain. Since this pain is felt around the chest area, people often mistake it for the onset of a heart attack. Although the common name for this ailment is heartburn, the condition has nothing to do with the heart. It has... Read more »

Important Facts About Varicose Veins You Should Know

Varicose veins are the swollen, enlarged veins that appear close to the surface of the skin. They are usually dark blue or purple in color. Any vein can become varicose, but most commonly affected veins are those found in the legs and feet. This usually happen because standing and walking upright increases pressure in the veins of the lower body which causes malfunction of the veins and results in varicose vein. Varicose Vein May Indicate More Serious Problems Most varicose veins are not a serious... Read more »

Using Acupuncture For Female And Male Infertility

Some people wait their entire lives to have children and they are under a lot of pressure from their parents and peers. The fact is there is a lot of factors that are involved in the natural conception all have to be in the correct place and balance for it to be successful. The organs of the female and the sperm of the male need to in the right order. The environment needs to be in proper order. When anything is out of place in either man or woman, you have female and male infertility. If you feel... Read more »

Acid Reflux Disease Symptoms And Treatment Options

What is acid reflux? It is the backflow of stomach’s acidic contents into the esophagus or food pipe. The symptoms of acid reflux can be very irritating and are often confused as heart attack. If left untreated it can give serious esophageal damages and can be fatal. They can lead to development of ulcers and even cancer of the esophagus. Hence, one must consult his physician or family doctor for more information on acid reflux symptoms and treatment options. What Are The Symptoms To Look... Read more »

The First Non-Invasive Diabetes Screening Device

VeraLight Inc. is the developer of the non-invasive diabetes-screening device code-named “Scout” and its researchers conducted the study on 322 subjects ranging from 21 to 88 years old with a broad range of skin color. Manufactured in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Scout DS is a simple-to-use device that weighs about 10 pounds and does not require the patient to fast or provide a blood sample but instead uses light directed onto a small area of an individual’s forearm to be able to detect... Read more »

New Advances In Diabetes - Detection And Treatment

The ADA 67th Scientific Sessions in Chicago started today and there has been a noisy buzz on everything diabetes. However, what got my interest more is the research development on oral insulin. The Type 1 diabetics are dependent on insulin. While the type 2 diabetics do not, still at a later stage, they will insulin as well. At the moment, insulin is only available by injection. Of course there are ongoing trials and investigation on oral insulin, but as far as I know, there is nothing approved... Read more »