Home Care Providers

Why Home Care Providers Are the Best Choice for Your Senior Loved One

By Terry Linde | May 26, 2022

One of the biggest decisions to make in your life is when and how to provide for your loved one with disabilities. It can be difficult to know what the best solution is for your family member. There are many options available for those who need a home care provider, such as assisted living, nursing…

prediabetes, dementia

Prediabetes a Risk for Cognitive Decline and Dementia

By Terry Linde | May 25, 2022

Results from the UK Biobank study, one of the largest cohorts of middle-aged adults to provide data for HbA1c across the glycemic spectrum as well as measures of cognitive function, neuroimaging, and dementia, were recently published in the journal Diabetes, Obesity & Metabolism. The authors report that both prediabetes and diabetes were associated with an increase in risk for…

Vitamin D3

Vitamin D3 Supplementation Improves Physical Fitness in Postmenopausal, Diabetic Women

By Terry Linde | May 18, 2022

A low serum vitamin D level is a common condition, especially among postmenopausal women. Incidence of type 2 diabetes is also high in this demographic. Physical fitness is a key factor in maintaining quality of life and controlling the consequences of both diabetes and menopause. This study investigated whether supplemental vitamin D3, which is related…

sugar cravings

A New Study Exposes the Mechanism Behind Sugar Cravings

By Terry Linde | May 11, 2022

A new paper published in the journal Nature has shown that the gut-to-brain activity of sweetness is specific to sugar molecules, but not artificial sweeteners. The sugar sensing pathway that was discovered by Charles Zuker and his team at Howard Hughes Medical Institute provides insight into the neural basis for sugar preferencing. Zuker urges us to separate the concept…

leg cramps

Tips for Leg Cramps

By Terry Linde | May 4, 2022

No one likes being woken up in the middle of the night by sudden painful cramp-like discomfort in the muscles of your leg. Nevertheless, leg muscle cramps are common in healthy people as well as those with underlying health conditions. Seventy percent of leg cramps tend to happen at night and can affect any part…

finances

How Improving Your Health Can Improve Your Finances

By Terry Linde | April 29, 2022

Because of the high cost of health care, gym memberships, and trendy health foods, many people assume that healthy living is expensive. With the right approach, however, improving your health can also improve your finances. Saving With a little research, you can save money on expenses associated with fitness and nutrition. There are a variety…

Fuel Sources for Optimal Brain Functioning

Fuel Sources for Optimal Brain Functioning

By Terry Linde | April 27, 2022

Years back, accompanied by my sibling, we went to visit my grandpa. He sat outside his house enjoying the morning sun. After greeting him, he asked, “Who are you? As a 10yr old girl who was hardly home, I didn’t see a big deal, and so I introduced myself. He further asked, “Is that your…

7 Mistakes People With Seasonal Allergies Make

7 Mistakes People With Seasonal Allergies Make

By Terry Linde | April 20, 2022

By  Diana Rodriguez Tree, grass, and ragweed pollen can make you miserable if you’ve got seasonal allergies. All you want is relief from sneezing and itchy, watery eyes. You certainly don’t want simple mistakes to get in the way of breathing easily. However, your habits can affect your symptoms. When and how you take medications matter.…

How to Cope with Being Told You Are Diabetic

How to Cope with Being Told You Are Diabetic

By Terry Linde | April 13, 2022

When your doctor confirms a diabetes diagnosis, it’s normally a moment of shock and disbelief. The first thought that’ll probably pop up in your head is why me?  You may start to blame yourself for past actions or inactions; imagine terrible times ahead; be nervous about future treatments and medications; and wonder how the condition…

How a Whole Foods Plant-Based Diet Can Benefit Those with Diabetes

By Terry Linde | April 11, 2022

If you have diabetes, you may want to consider the health benefits of a whole foods, plant-based (WFPB) diet. A plant-based diet, in general, is a very viable diet alternative if you are looking to eat healthier. Reduces Risk of Diabetes Many studies have been done to show the extensive benefits of a plant-based diet…