Kerson fruit is a delicious berry-like fruit that reminds of cherries and it comes from a fast-growing tree. Known as Muntingia calabura, Kerson fruit originates from Latin America and Asia. The American name for it is the strawberry tree. More and more research is discovering the benefits of consuming these […]
Mango is a sweet and tropical fruit of the mango tree and it’s one of the most popular fruits in the world. However, the leaves of the trees are also edible and offer wonderful health benefits! The young green mango leaves are tender so they’re often cooked and consumed in […]
Smartphones will now be capable of delivering insulin doses to patients after the recent approval by the US FDA of a smartphone app. Tandem Diabetes Care recently announced that the FDA approved the delivery of insulin through their mobile app. According to John Sheridan, the president, and CEO of Tandem […]
Elderberries have long been used and praised for their amazing healing properties. During the Middle Ages, elderberry was considered a Holy Tree because it was claimed to encourage longevity and boost the overall health. Certain evidence also points out that it may have been cultivated by the prehistoric man and […]
Neuropathy is nerve damage that happens in diabetic people or in people who’ve undergone chemo. Even though lifestyle changes and treatments may relieve the symptoms, supplements are also helpful. The common symptoms of neuropathy are tingling in certain body parts, a burning sensation, feeling ache even from the lightest touch, […]
Bay leaf is a go-to for soups and sauces. But, most of us remove it before eating the dish. Why do we do it if we know they’re edible and oh so nutritious?! Present for centuries, bay leaf has been used for its medicinal properties, not just flavor. It actually […]
A group of scientists from leading chemical labs in India has made a thermostable variety of insulin that doesn’t require refrigeration. Hailed as a major breakthrough in science, this is important in the world of diabetes treatment as portability has long been an issue for people dependent on insulin shots. […]
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 […]
Most of us are probably already familiar with blueberries; however, what do we know about their lookalikes, i.e. bilberries? It turns out that this small fruit is actually rich in an abundance of health benefits. Native to the US, Canada, Europe, and Asia, bilberries are tinier and darker than blueberries. […]