Are you familiar with the term “A1C”and how this relates to blood sugar? A1C, also referred to as glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c), is linked to blood sugar as it measures how much sugar is attached to the blood of the hemoglobin protein. A1C is expressed in percentage and is tested through blood tests. A1C is an …
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How did you come up with the idea of Nourish and Lift? I have always been passionate about the Nourish and Lift idea. My idea is to provide my clients with hands-on experience in nutrition and counseling intervention, by offering the additional bonus of cooking workshops, to involve them in the process of their own …
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For a long period of time, vitamin D has been known to be effective in preventing type 2 diabetes. However, research must be able to prove that. Diabetes is one of the major health challenges faced by the majority of the worldwide population. The numbers continue to grow and affect individuals of all ages. Those …
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Gestational diabetes is a form of diabetes that occurs during pregnancy usually being diagnosed between 24-28 weeks, resulting in the mother having elevated blood glucose levels than normal. Treatment is vital. A study was conducted to determine whether a Mediterannean diet( a form of medical nutrition therapy) consumed by pregnant women diagnosed with gestational diabetes …
Diabetes can be a challenge to manage. Decisions about what to eat to avoid sugar spikes can be overwhelming as some foods elevate sugar levels quite faster than others. Did you know that fiber can help in managing diabetes? When many people hear the word “fiber” the first thing that might come to mind is …
Are you familiar with the term “A1C” and how this relates to blood sugar? A1C, also referred to as glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c), is linked to blood sugar as it measures how much sugar is attached to the blood of the hemoglobin protein. A1C is expressed in percentage and is tested through blood tests. A1C is …
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Are you familiar with low vs. high glycemic foods? The glycemic index measures how quickly foods cause blood sugar levels to rise. There are two types: low glycemic foods and high glycemic foods. The glycemic index ranks foods based on a scale of 0 – 100. High glycemic foods tend to undergo faster digestion and …
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Know about Insulin? Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas to help to regulate blood sugar levels in the bloodstream and help to keep blood sugar in normal range. It also helps store glucose in your liver, fat, and muscles for energy and aids in the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins. It has …
Magnesium & Diabetes Magnesium helps to regulate blood sugar levels especially for diabetics. However, there are cases whereby non-diabetics can have a magnesium deficiency due to lack of supplementation. In cases as such, these individuals too can suffer from poor blood sugar regulation which can result in the development of diabetes. Functions of Magnesium: …
Is your liver healthy? The liver is one of the major, most important organs of the body. Functions of the liver: Detoxification: removes toxins Metabolism: breaks down food/nutrients (digestion) Immune system support Stores and releases glucose as needed Protein synthesis- makes protein for blood plasma Makes bile which is vital for break down of fats …
