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New Dietary Guidelines Prioritize Protein
Dietary changes now put protein front and center—a bold shift that will affect what you buy and how you plan meals, and it might help with satiety and muscle health, but there's a catch: the guidance leans toward animal sources, which could raise your saturated...
Wegovy Pill Wins FDA Approval as First GLP-1 Oral Treatment for Obesity and Weight Loss
Obesity impacts millions of people, and the newly approved Wegovy pill is the first oral GLP-1 treatment for weight loss, offering a non-injection option that helped people lose an average of 13.6% of their weight over 64 weeks in trials; the FDA approved Wegovy for...
The Boiled-Egg Diet: How It Works, What to Eat, Risks, and More
With the boiled-egg diet, you focus on eating mostly hard-boiled eggs along with lean proteins and low-carb vegetables to promote weight loss. While this diet may help you shed pounds quickly, it is highly restrictive and low in calories, which can lead to nutrient...
9 Signs Your Blood Sugar Is Too High
There's a range of symptoms that can indicate when your blood sugar is dangerously high. If you notice changes like excessive thirst, frequent urination, or unexplained fatigue, it's important to pay attention. These signs can impact your overall health and may lead...
12 Easy Lunches for Type 2 Diabetes
There's no need to struggle with meal choices when managing type 2 diabetes. You can enjoy healthy, balanced lunches that help keep your blood sugar stable without sacrificing flavor. By focusing on low-carb, nutrient-rich ingredients and avoiding meals high in sugar,...
13 Diabetes-Friendly Dinner Recipes
Recipes designed for managing type 2 diabetes can help you maintain balanced blood sugar levels while enjoying your meals. By focusing on meals that are low in carbs and rich in lean protein and nonstarchy vegetables, you support your body's needs without sacrificing...
Sugary Drinks Raise Diabetes Risk More Than Sweet Foods
Just by choosing what you drink, you can significantly influence your health. Research shows that consuming sugary drinks like soda and fruit juice raises your risk of type 2 diabetes more than eating sweet foods. This is because liquids cause rapid sugar absorption,...
What Should I Do if Fluoride Is Removed From My Tap Water?
With many communities choosing to remove fluoride from public water due to concerns about its impact on your health, you might wonder how to protect your teeth effectively. Your risk of cavities can increase without fluoride in your water, especially if you lack...
Is ‘Cloud Coffee’ Really Good for You?
With the rise of trendy beverages, you may have come across cloud coffee, an iced espresso drink topped with coconut water and often coconut cream or flakes. While some rave about its refreshing taste and hydrating benefits from electrolytes, it’s important to know...