Emphasizing Strength Training Over Weight Loss May Be Better for Health
Razi Berry Focusing on strengthening our muscles rather than losing fat may be a better way to protect ourselves from weight-related hazards like diabetes and cardiovascular disease, investigators say. Measuring muscle health rather than fat They hypothesize and have early evidence that poor skeletal muscle health is a primary way factors like an unhealthy diet, […]
Coronary Artery Calcium Levels Linked to Future Heart Problems in the Middle-Aged
Razi Berry Higher coronary artery calcium levels in middle-age were associated with structural heart abnormalities linked to future heart failure, particularly among blacks, according to new research in Circulation: Cardiovascular Imaging, an American Heart Association journal. Coronary artery calcium (CAC) is a risk marker for heart health problems Coronary artery calcium (CAC) is the buildup […]
Body Adaptations from Short-term Overeating
Razi Berry Overeating has been found to impair blood sugar (glucose) control and insulin levels. A new study suggests that the duration of a bout of overeating can affect how the body adapts glucose and insulin processing when calorie intake increases. The article is published ahead of print in the American Journal of Physiology—Endocrinology and […]
Spring Detox: Top 5 Dietary Changes for a Fresh Start
Sarah Cimperman, ND Spring is a season of renewal. Over the winter, as our bodies have stored energy, they’ve also stored environmental toxins. Now is the time to eliminate them. True detoxification involves several enzymes, hormones, and organs, including the liver, kidneys, gastrointestinal tract, skin, lungs, adipose tissue, and lymphatic system. Comprehensive detox programs like […]
Marijuana Found in Breast Milk 6 Days After Use
Razi Berry With the increase in legalization of marijuana, both medically and recreationally, more and more pregnant and breastfeeding women are reporting its use. Though, the general recommendation from organizations like the American Academy of Pediatrics is to warn against the use of marijuana for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers, there is a lack of evidence […]
Cinnamon Supports a Positive Effect on Metabolism
Node Smith, ND Research Finds Cinnamaldehyde is Able to Aid in the Burning of Fat Recent research has found that cinnamaldehyde, a constituent in cinnamon, is able to aid in the burning of fat in humans.1 Cinnamon, a favorite holiday spice, has long been used in traditional herbal medicine to enhance metabolism, regulate blood sugar, […]
The New “Bad Dietary Guy” Redeemed? Saturated Fat and the Battle of the Butter Bulge Part II
Dr. Sarah LoBisco, ND The Recent Dietary Trend That Is Causing Waves In Part I, I discussed the current obesity epidemic and the unsuccessful attempts to mitigate it. Obviously, with the weight of the world on the rise, what we are doing isn’t working. Many experts are beginning to realize the old advice of “eat […]
5 Ways to Detox Every Day
Dr. Sarah Cimperman, ND @drcimperman Now that the holidays are over and the New Year is upon us, detox is a popular topic. Comprehensive detoxification protocols, like the one I wrote about in my book, The Prediabetes Detox , can be an effective way to maintain good health, improve poor health, prevent disease, renew vitality, and […]
The Inside Scoop on Calories and Weight Loss
Dr. Pamela Frank, BSc (Hons), ND For weight loss, patients often ask how many calories they should eat and what percentage of those calories should be composed of fat, protein and carbohydrate. That depends on a number of factors: type and level of physical activity, gender, age, body composition, how much weight you want or […]