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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

It is that time of year when the cold really starts to affect people in a variety of ways. Many individuals become sluggish, tired, unmotivated, and tend to eat more to offset their feelings of the "Wintertime Blahs". WORLD electronics has come up with the perfect solution to get you out of your funk. We will be hosting the very first WORLD electronics Master's Challenge. This is not exclusively for all of the golfer's throughout the company, this is a corporate wide program to help us get ready for the spring and summer seasons. It doesn't matter if you play golf or just wish to partake in a … [Read more...] about WORLD electronics 1st Master’s Challenge

This January the flu has hit epidemic proportions across the United States of America, with record numbers of people visiting the hospital due to flu-like symptoms. People are searching for a fix to this widespread problem and yet the hospitals are not being able to help individuals gain some type of relief from the virus. As the weather gets colder, we spend more time indoors where the viruses we want to avoid can thrive and be easily spread. You may have already noticed the barrage of advertisements marketing the countless over-the-counter drugs and annual influenza vaccine, all claiming … [Read more...] about Trying to prevent cold and flu season from ruining your week?

It is a New Year and most people are looking to create a "New Image" via diet and exercise. There are hundreds of fad diets on the market each with their own claim to fame. One of the latest diets is called the "Virgin Diet" and I do not believe that you have to be a virgin to participate in it. As with many other diets, this one claims that you can lose 7lbs in 1 week if you drop 7 foods from your nutritional protocol. Celebrity fitness and nutrition expert JJ Virgin says it’s simple: Just drop seven foods from your diet, and you can lose seven pounds in one week.The foods you should drop … [Read more...] about The Virgin Diet: Drop 7 Foods and Lose 7 pounds in 1 week is the claim

Many individuals take a multi-vitamin when they wake up in the morning, however most do not notice any difference in energy response or health benefits. This article by Dr. David B. Samadi gives some behind-the-scene information on the industry and things that you should know. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately half of adults in the U.S. take at least one daily dietary supplement – the most popular being a multivitamin.  This translates into about $28 billion per year spent on vitamins, supplements, and minerals. It is important to understand the … [Read more...] about The Truth about Multi-vitamins

Did you know that egg yolks are one of the few foods that contain all of the fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E and K)? Still, the lowly egg yolk continues to be much maligned, due to its relatively high cholesterol content. Although the American Heart Association recommends that adults limit their yolk consumption to no more than four per week, eggs are still a great source of high-quality protein. One way to keep your consumption of egg yolks down while increasing flavor is to mix one yolk in with several egg whites. Cooking with eggs at this time of year can be a bit tricky. Egg salads and … [Read more...] about Eggs: Could be the best choice you make?