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In today’s world, sugar is a part of our daily lives, whether we identify as healthy eaters or not. It’s in everything, and according to Healthy Food America, more than half of Americans exceed the dietary guidelines for sugar intake. Can…

Less sugar, lower sodium and more whole grains are among the new guidelines for school meals under consideration by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. These are reasonable, necessary changes considering that about 1 in 5 U.S. children are…

It was a few months ago that my eight-year-old started resisting plain milk. After I started adding a malt-based product, she started drinking milk once again without throwing tantrums. I knew it was not a healthy option but I convinced…

This is the most direct and clearest evidence yet that neurons are metabolising glucose through glycolysis and that they need this fuel to maintain normal energy levels. (Credits: Reuters)Many foods we eat are broken down into glucose,…

What we eat can have a lasting impact on our overall health. Munching food mindlessly can raise risk of certain diseases while planning diet mindfully can even help reversing them. Diabetes is one such disease that needs to be managed…

An endocrinologist explains exactly what you should avoid.If you have issues managing your blood sugar, it can impact so many aspects of your health. Whether you have insulin resistance, are pre-diabetic, or dealing with a Type 1 or Type 2…

Consuming large amounts of sugar can also contribute to the development of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.Sugar provides a quick source of energy. However, too much of it can lead to health problems. Sugar is a type of…

Revant Himatsingka, popularly known as @foodpharmer on social media with 135,000 followers on Instagram, received backlash from Mondelez India, the company that owns Bournvita, for his April 1 video where he highlighted the high sugar…

Early identification and treatment of Alzheimer's disease need the use of trustworthy and cost-effective screening technology. Researchers at Sweden's Karolinska Institutet discovered that the quantity of tau, a protein that plays an…

Here's why blood sugar levels are so important for heart health.If prioritizing heart health is one of your wellness goals, you likely know the importance of keeping blood pressure and cholesterol levels in check. Consistent high levels of…