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. […]
If you’ve been decorating with pumpkins for Halloween, don’t just scoop out and throw away the seeds. In fact, keep them and roast them-they’re so healthy and delicious. They’re packed with some impressive nutrients, despite their small size, and you’ll get some zinc, magnesium, as well as healthy fats from […]
Even though some spray their yards with chemicals to get rid of dandelions, they’re actually very good for us and have some stunning health benefits to offer. You can juice its greens or eat them or steep it for delicious tea. It has a lot of advantages to offer, including […]
No matter the reason behind your sleeplessness, it has a negative impact on your health. Both the chronic and occasional lack of sleep influences our mood and may also increase the risk of headaches, low focus, and daytime sleepiness. Melatonin is a hormone which plays a role in our sleep […]
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 […]
Did you know that sage is a staple herb in different cuisines worldwide? Also known as garden or common sage, this herb is part of the mint family, along with its ‘siblings’, oregano, basil, thyme, and rosemary. Sage is known for its strong and earthy flavor and this is why […]
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 […]
At the end of November, the governor of NY Andrew Cuomo signed a bill into effect which requires from all state hospitals in New York to provide plant-based food options to their patients. This bill is good news for NY. Unfortunately, heart illness is the culprit for 40 percent of […]
