Have you heard of the “sunshine” vitamin? It’s… vitamin D! Vitamin D is produced by the body when the skin is exposed to sunlight. The body does not require a huge amount of vitamin D, in fact, about five minutes of sunlight every day is enough for most people. However, those who have to endure long, dark winter months, or those who are more susceptible to developing a … [Read more...] about Are You Getting Enough Of This Crucial Vitamin?
Reverse diabetes
Are You Pre-Diabetic? Make These Changes Now!
According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), approximately 84 million American adults—more than 1 out of 3—have prediabetes. Of those with prediabetes, 90% don’t know they have it. Prediabetes puts you at increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. If you're one of those adults, here are some changes you can make now: 1.Work with your … [Read more...] about Are You Pre-Diabetic? Make These Changes Now!
Eating Makes Your Brain Happy-Make Your Body Happy, Too!
New research shows that eating certain foods causes the brain to release endorphins, or “happiness hormones.” Researchers measured participants’ brain activity after they ate pizza. The scans were repeated after participants consumed a liquid meal containing the same amount of calories as the pizza. Both the pizza and the liquid meals triggered a release of opioids (physical … [Read more...] about Eating Makes Your Brain Happy-Make Your Body Happy, Too!
These 5 Lifestyle Habits Will Change Your Blood Sugar
Keep a close, constant eye on your health. Meet with your physician regularly, at least twice a year. Know your goal blood sugar and A1C levels. Test your blood sugar regularly, write down your results, and when you meet with your healthcare team, let them know how your numbers have been. Be sure to take any diabetes medication at the correct time of day and in the exact dose … [Read more...] about These 5 Lifestyle Habits Will Change Your Blood Sugar
30 Day Sugar Detox – Could You Do It?
10% of people in the U.S. are addicted to sugar. The word addiction is no accident; studies now suggest that sugar induces a reward stimulus in the brain similar to that of illegal drugs. This makes the brain dependent upon sugar, and induces cravings, which in turn, feed the brain’s dependency on sugar. It truly is a vicious cycle. Even if you don’t consider yourself to be a … [Read more...] about 30 Day Sugar Detox – Could You Do It?