Insulin Resistance is a condition that involves a decrease in the sensitivity of the body’s Cells to the actions of Insulin (i.e. a decrease in Insulin Sensitivity). Insulin Resistance is characterized by decreased sensitivity of Insulin Receptors for Insulin. This lack of sensitivity to the effects of Insulin results in ever-increasing production of Insulin, to the extent that dangerously high levels of…
This salad is great for any day of week for lunch at home or for picnic. this type of salad good for heart health and people with high blood sugar. vegetable of choice -grilled shrimps (or choice of your Protein) -Endive -Fresh pees -Fresh Corn -Fresh cauliflower -Walnut -Celery – Tomato -Mushroom For the dressing try to use olive oil and fresh…
The term Obesity is applied to persons who are more than 20% above their recommended body weight as measured by Body Mass Index. Another means of determining Obesity is the Waist-to-Hip Ratio. approximately 35% of Men and 40%.women in US. A healthy body fat percentage for women is 21% to 35% and for men a healthy body fat percentage is…
Thyroid Thyroid is a of endocrine system located in the front of the neck that has two lobes, one on either side of the Larynx. Thyroid Hormones determine the body’s Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) and responsible for the production and secretion of Thyroxine (T4) and Triiodothyronine (T3) and T3 stimulate the production of energy (Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) in the Mitochondria of…
Oats Oats (Avena sativa) are a whole-grain cereal that are a very good source of fiber, especially beta glucan, and are high in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.Whole oats are the only food source of Avenanthramides, a unique group of antioxidants believed to protect against heart disease, blood pressure and other benefits, such as lowering blood sugar.Oats may lower total serum Cholesterol…