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Open Source Artificial Pancreases will become the new standard of care for Diabetes in 2019
I've been a Type 1 diabetic for over 25 years. Diabetes sucks. They actually give you an award for staying alive for ...
Why Farm-to-Institution Sourcing is the Sleeping Giant of Local Food
Strategists are following the money to schools, corporate cafeterias, and hospitals in hopes of rebuilding local economies and bringing healthy food access—literally in through the back door.
Could Artificial Sweeteners Cause Weight Gain?
Researcher says evidence suggests they may, but industry rep disagrees
Why the ketogenic diet may help fight diabetes, cancer
There's a growing body of research that the high-fat, low-carb ketogenic diet is good for weight loss and may help in preventing disease.
Why diet soda is (probably) bad for you, according to science
Why researchers who study artificial sweeteners avoid diet drinks.
A tough day could erase the perks of choosing ‘good’ fat sources, study finds
Stress affects how the body processes different kinds of fat
Sugar or artificial sweeteners: What a new study shows
There are changes constantly to the health recommendations surrounding artificial sweeteners and sugar, and a new study hopes to provide some clarity.
Important Tips About the Nutrition Facts Label for People With Diabetes
I wanted to review what my tips are for interpreting the Nutrition Facts label so that you are armed with some of the information you need.
How to Count Carbs? A Diabetes-Friendly Guide
When you sit down to grab a snack or eat your meal, knowing the number of carbs in the food you eat goes a long way to help you manage your weight and also control your blood sugar levels. Carb counting is a popular meal planning option used for managing blood glucose levels. It is …
Artificial Sweeteners & How They Affect the Body
Think fewer calories from fake sugar does a body good? Studies suggest artificial sweeteners trick the body into overeating and may cause a myriad of health conditions.
What Is Fulvic Acid and Can the Supplement Help Treat Diabetes? We Investigated
Fulvic acid—have you heard the hype yet about it? Check out any number of sites and you’ll see that fulvic acid supplements are being sold as a potential treatment for everything from Alzheimer’s to cancer. Yet is the science there to prove that’s the case? Is fulvic acid really effective? What the heck IS fulvic [...]
The dolphin diet? Why certain saturated fats might help fight diabetes
Dolphins have similar health issues to humans; a new study on their eating habits may have uncovered a new way to fight diabetes.
How fiber prevents diabetes, obesity
Scientists have known for 20 years that a fiber-rich diet protects against obesity and diabetes, but the mechanisms have so far eluded them ... until now.
Why I Went Paleo/Primal for My Gestational Diabetes
I’ve been interested in Paleolithic (or paleo) diets for ages, and I got a wake up call when I was diagnosed with gestational diabetes (GD).
How Artificial Sweeteners Wreak Havoc on Your Gut
From soft drinks to yogurt, artificial sweeteners have become commonplace in the food and beverage industry and are recognized as safe by the FDA. Yet a 2014 study found that artificial sweeteners are able to alter your gut microbes, and your health as a result. Read on to learn exactly what the researchers found and how artificial sweeteners might be contributing to the modern epidemic of metabolic disease.
Why We Need Open & Collaborative Food Sourcing
Sourcery founder Peretz Partensky shares his vision for open source food sourcing and calls for technologies that bring transparency and maintain human connection.
Are artificial sweeteners bad?
Are artificial sweeteners bad? Dr. Barry Sears is a leading authority on the impact of the diet on hormonal response, genetic expression, and inflammation. A...
Sugar: How Bad Is It for You Really?
Research has shown that too much of the sweet stuff can lead to obesity, type 2 diabetes, coronary artery disease, cognitive decline and even cancer. So, should you rush to your pantry or fridge and throw out everything that has added sugar?
