In tropical parts of the planet, consuming guava tea is a daily ritual. And, this comes as no surprise considering the abundance of nutrients and deliciousness that this tea has to offer. Guava leaves, the young ones, are brewed to prepare this nutrient-rich and yummy tea. Although it’s most popular […]
Pandan or screwpine is an aromatic plant that is praised for its sweet and floral fragrance and its versatility. Its leaves are spiky and they grow in fan-shaped bunches, in tropical climates. Some varieties have fruits that look like red-orange pinecones. There are more than 600 types of it, although […]
Diabetes is a chronic illness that is more and more common among kids and adults globally. When uncontrolled, it can cause severe damage and increase the risk of kidney illness, heart illness, blindness, etc. Pre-diabetes has also been associated with these conditions. Diet plays a crucial role in diabetes management. […]
According to scientists from Australia, a painless blood sugar spit test for diabetics may soon become reality. This non-invasive strip checks the person’s glucose levels through their saliva. Blood sugar management for diabetics usually involves pricks in the fingers, several times per day with a lancet, and then putting the […]
According to experts, the risk of type 2 diabetes can be reduced through simple changes in our lifestyle such as regular physical activity. However, with a lot of people being inactive, new research has suggested adding this superfood to your diet because it may help. This fruit is the berry […]
In order to preventing getting repetitive, it’s essential we try out different fruits and veggies, right? And, the good news is that there a lot of yummy fruits and veggies we can opt for and one unusual fruit is getting all of the attention lately. Known as star fruit or […]
Did you know that by consuming a handful of peanuts when you’re craving a salty snack, you’re actually improving your health? Namely, recent research has found that eating a handful of peanuts in the evenings and nights prior to bed can help balance the blood sugar levels and minimize your […]
Black cumin seeds appear to be the remedy that can cure ‘everything, but death’ as there are only a few problems that this seed can’t help the body fight off. And, these claims for its healing properties are backed up by numerous peer-reviewed articles, it’s not just anecdotal evidence! Black […]
Rooibos (ROY-boss) tea is a red herbal tea which is made from the fermented leaves of a shrub plant from South Africa. It’s a common alternative to black or green tea. There’s also an unfermented option of this tea available. It’s a sweet, delicate, and earthy tea which is rich […]
A research team from the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis successfully used human stem cells as cells able to produce insulin. This important breakthrough may have big implications for more than 420 million individuals worldwide who’re diagnosed with diabetes. The cells helped control the blood sugar levels […]