All articles tagged with #glucose levels
Dr. Vatsya from Fortis Delhi shares five simple hacks to combat post-meal cravings and stabilize blood glucose levels, including starting meals with vegetables, pairing carbs with proteins and fats, avoiding sugar on an empty stomach, engaging in post-meal movement, and adding apple cider vinegar to salads, all aimed at preventing sugar crashes and promoting better health.
French biochemist Jessie Inchauspe advocates for mulberry leaf extract as a potent supplement to help reduce fasting blood glucose, HbA1c, and insulin levels, emphasizing its benefits for long-term glucose health and its role as an add-on to dietary hacks, though it is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women.
A study by Universitat Oberta de Catalunya and Columbia University highlights the impact of meal timing on glucose levels, suggesting that consuming over 45% of daily calories after 5 p.m. can increase glucose levels, posing health risks like type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular issues. The research, involving individuals with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes, found that late eaters had poorer glucose tolerance, regardless of calorie intake or body weight. The study emphasizes the importance of meal timing in cardiometabolic health and suggests focusing on consuming more calories during daylight hours.
A study published in Nature Medicine reveals that fasting glucose levels in nondiabetic individuals exhibit more variability than previously believed. Researchers at Tel Aviv University and the Weizmann Institute of Science found considerable variability in fasting glucose levels among 8,315 nondiabetic volunteers using continuous glucose monitoring devices, suggesting that relying on just one or two blood tests may provide incomplete results. The study also suggests that using continuous glucose monitoring devices for diagnosing type II diabetes may yield better results.
Nutrition expert Dr. Christopher Rhodes shared six energy-boosting tips to combat the midday slump, advising against grazing and high-carb snacks, emphasizing the importance of balanced glucose levels, suggesting the use of a fasting supplement, considering quitting coffee in favor of green tea, prioritizing nutritionally rich low-carb lunches, and engaging in physical activity after eating to maintain energy levels.
A study led by researchers at McLean Hospital and Washington State University found that naturally occurring glucose fluctuations impact cognitive function in people with type 1 diabetes differently, with cognition being slower in moments of atypical glucose levels. The study used digital glucose sensors and smartphone-based cognitive tests to collect data from 200 individuals with type 1 diabetes, revealing that cognitive function was impaired when glucose levels were considerably higher or lower than usual. The research also showed that individuals differed in how glucose fluctuations impacted their cognitive speed, with some groups, such as older adults and those with certain health conditions, being more affected.
Maintaining balanced blood sugar levels is crucial for overall health and well-being, and can be achieved through key diet and lifestyle choices. Functional medicine and nutrition specialist Leona West Fox recommends combining high fiber, moderate to high protein, beneficial fats, and low-glycemic complex carbohydrates in meals. Examples of food sources for each category are provided. Additionally, she suggests eating an early dinner and maintaining a 12- to 14-hour overnight fast to promote balanced blood sugar levels and enhance insulin sensitivity.