Late summer and mid-autumn are abundantly graced by the presence of pears—an iconic fruit grown and loved worldwide—pears are said to have been sacred to two goddesses in Greek mythology, Hera and Aphrodite. Originating in the foothills of the Tien Shan mountain range in Western China, pears, or Pyrus communis, are part of the Rosaceae plant family….

In the bustling world of fitness, the cacophony of clanging weights often mingles with tales of the latest and greatest supplements—metabolic boosters, muscle builders, and fat burners. Scan the room, and you’ll spot the gym bros, their arms clutching shaker bottles filled with a spectrum of rainbow-hued liquids. Creatine, a key component of these vibrantly…

A recently published Canadian study has discovered the cellular process that allows vitamin K to protect against diabetes. The discovery opens up new ways to treat and prevent this growing epidemic that affects 415 million people worldwide. Vitamin K helps with gamma-carboxylation, one of the countless biochemical processes that our cells carry out, turning one substance…

If you were diagnosed with diabetes as little as three years ago,  it meant you officially had it for life. But in 2021, the American Diabetes Association cautiously recognized that type 2 diabetes can be put into remission. The scientific consensus now maintains that it’s possible for the patient’s blood glucose levels to normalize, and…

Sea cucumber—an exotic marine delicacy popular in Asian countries—can prevent diabetes, according to a study by the University of South Australia (UniSA) in collaboration with Fiji National University and the University of the Sunshine Coast. Examining the medicinal properties of sea cucumbers, the researchers discovered that a dried version of the delicacy combined with salt…

People living with Type 2 diabetes are known to be at greater risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, but the reasons behind this association were unclear. New research from Wake Forest University School of Medicine in North Carolina reveals that increased sugar consumption and elevated blood glucose levels alone can trigger the growth of toxic proteins…

For individuals grappling with Type 2 diabetes, the timing of physical activity could be as impactful as the workout itself. Emerging research suggests that optimizing blood sugar control could hinge on a simple adjustment. “In this study, we [have] shown that adults with Type 2 diabetes had the greatest improvement in glucose control when they…

As of 2019, the latest year for which data are available, more than 37 million people in the United States—or 11.3 percent of the country’s population—are living with diabetes, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Among them, 8.5 million are adults who are undiagnosed or unaware that they have the condition….

The prebiotic fiber in oats helps to explain why oatmeal can improve diabetic control. It is now widely accepted that diets high in animal fat and processed foods are major risk factors for developing type 2 diabetes. And it’s not just animal fat, but animal protein intake intensifies insulin resistance, which predisposes people to type…

Grapes are rich in a variety of nutrients. In addition, the antioxidant properties of grapes can help rejuvenate the body and prevent signs of aging. Grapes can be eaten fresh or made into raisins, wine, or grape jam. They contain various vitamins as well as potassium, calcium, and iron. Additionally, grape skins and seeds contain…