People who eat a lot of low-fiber and processed foods that quickly spike blood sugars may have a significantly higher risk of the most common form of diabetes. According to Dr. David Ludwig, who studies obesity at Boston Children's Hospital he says that, "By raising blood sugar and demanding that the pancreas keep pumping more insulin, meal after meal, day after day, a high-glycemic diet can put people at risk over the edge,". The report analyzes 24 studies published since 1997 that tracked what 125,000 adults ate. The new study confirms links prior researchers made between those so-called … [Read more...] about Does High Glycemic food increase your risk for diabetes?

In this article by Reuters, they look at the possible benefits of organic vs. non-organic foods. Organic produce and meat typically isn't any better for you than conventional varieties when it comes to vitamin and nutrient content, according to a new review of the evidence. But organic options may live up to their billing of lowering exposure to pesticide residue and antibiotic-resistant bacteria, researchers from Stanford University and the Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System found. "People choose to buy organic foods for many different reasons. One of them is perceived health … [Read more...] about Organic vs. Non-organic Foods: Which one is better?

The more you sit, the higher your risk of chronic diseases. According to Kansas State University researcher, Richard Rosenkranz, assistant professor of human nutrition. He examined the associations of sitting time and chronic diseases in middle-aged Australian males in a study that is published in the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity. Collaborators include University of Western Sydney researchers Emma George and Gregory Kolt. The study's sample included 63,048 males ages 45-65 from the Australian state of New South Wales. Study participants reported the … [Read more...] about The amount of time spent sitting can contribute to chronic diseases