Ramadan fasting may help control type 2 diabetes, study finds
Type 2 diabetes (T2D) is a growing global health issue.
Despite the Islamic rule excusing those with physical illnesses from fasting during Ramadan, many Muslims...
Low sodium diet can protect blood pressure in people with diabetes
The link between sodium intake and blood pressure in diabetic patients has been a focus of numerous clinical trials.
This systematic review and meta-analysis aim...
Maintaining metabolic health: A comprehensive guide
Understanding Metabolic Health
Metabolic health refers to the proper functioning of your body's metabolic processes, such as converting food into energy, maintaining hormonal balance, and...
Low carb diet benefits for type 2 diabetes: A comprehensive overview
Introduction
Type 2 diabetes is a chronic condition that affects the way the body processes blood sugar (glucose).
Maintaining a balanced diet is crucial for managing...
Intermittent fasting, periodic fasting, and type 2 diabetes: What does the research say?
Introduction
Intermittent energy restriction (IER) and periodic fasting (PF) are two types of diets that involve eating fewer calories or none at all for certain...
DASH diet may protect your metabolic health
Introduction: Setting the Stage
The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet has been promoted for its potential to manage high blood pressure.
But could this...
Vitamin B12 and type 2 diabetes: What is the connection?
Type 2 diabetes is a chronic condition that affects the way your body processes sugar.
Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient that plays a crucial...
Can a low-carb high-fat diet prevent type 2 diabetes?
Type 2 diabetes is a chronic condition characterized by high blood sugar levels caused by the body's inability to produce or use insulin effectively.
Several...
Ultra-processed foods may increase risk of chronic kidney disease
In many parts of the world, people eat a lot of ultra-processed foods (UPFs), which are often high in fat, sugar, and salt.
There is...
Keto diet may improve blood sugar in cancer patients
A recent study looked at how a diet called the ketogenic diet (KD) affects cancer patients compared to other diets.
The KD is a diet...