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Is Vitamin D Supplementation Effective in Prevention of Type 2 Diabetes

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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What is Gestational Diabetes and how to prevent it ? A new clinical randomized trial reveals it all

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 …

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Magnesium & Diabetes

  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: …

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liver health

Liver Health

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 …

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