(Natural News) While it’s well-known that exercise is important to maintain good health, specifics like the best time to work out remain nebulous and confusing. Now, a team led by British researchers suggests that one optimal time to work out is before eating breakfast. In their study, which was published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, the […]

(Natural News) People struggling with obesity and its complications could benefit from fasting. A study presented at the recently concluded Digestive Disease Week, an exhibit sponsored by the American Gastroenterological Association and other groups, revealed that a month of fasting can increase levels of proteins that protect against the adverse effects of diets high in added sugar and […]

(Natural News) Intermittent fasting is popular among the health-conscious because it offers many benefits: It promotes fat and weight loss, improves insulin sensitivity, and boosts immunity. But before you try intermittent fasting, avoid these 7 common mistakes like not tracking your calorie intake so your efforts don’t go to waste. Intermittent fasting 101 Your body uses glucose […]

(Natural News) Fasting can help men suffering from Type 2 diabetes improve their glucose levels, suggests researchers from the U.S. and Australia. Their study, which appeared in the journal Obesity, revealed fasting to be a novel alternative treatment for managing the disease. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over 30 million Americans have diabetes, and up to 95 percent […]

(Natural News) Brazil nuts are not only tasty snacks — they provide plenty of selenium and important nutrients. Eating these seeds improves cardiovascular health, replenishes antioxidant in the body, and sharpens the brain. Brazil nuts are some of the best sources of selenium, an antioxidant mineral that is critical to metabolism, reproduction, and immune responses. Eating […]

(Natural News) Almost every major class of prescription drug raises your risk of developing Type-2 diabetes. Taking statins, antihypertensives, immunosuppressants, antipsychotics, antiretrovirals, and/or corticosteroids increases your risk of developing type 2 diabetes mellitus. Now researchers find that prostate drugs also play a role in the development of Type-2 diabetes. Their research was published in the […]

(Natural News) Breakfast is often considered the most important meal of the day, but not everyone benefits from eating breakfast. A study published in the Journal of Physiology revealed that eating breakfast directly affects how fat cells function in the body by changing the activity of genes involved in fat metabolism and insulin resistance. For the […]

(Natural News) Diabetes, a condition that one in four Americans have, is a leading cause of death and disability. While it’s linked to multiple health problems, chief of which are cardiovascular disease and multiple organ damage, Japanese researchers found that it can also cause a rapid decline in muscle mass. In a study published in JCI Insight, researchers from the Kobe […]

(Natural News) Bananas are delicious fruits that offer many benefits. These nutritious fruits contain essential nutrients that boost digestion and heart health. The nutrient profile of bananas Bananas are one of the world’s most popular fruits. It is full of fiber and antioxidants. A medium-sized banana (118 grams) has 24 grams of carbs, 3.1 grams of fiber, 1.3 […]

(Natural News) A study conducted by researchers from the Institute for Clinical and Experimental Medicine in the Czech Republic found that plant-based foods can increase the production of good hormones in the gut. In fact, a single vegan meal can improve a person’s health in many ways. A good diet should be able to maintain normal blood sugar levels, […]