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Mild cognitive impairment risk in seniors may increase with eating foods high in carbohydrates and sugar. The findings uncovered that the risk of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) increased fourfold in those who consume a diet high in carbohydrates. The intake of sugar further increases the risk, too. On the other hand, those who consume more ...click here to read more

Protein and carbohydrates play an important role in influencing blood sugar levels and type 2 diabetes. Having control over diabetes is an important part of maintaining your health. Roughly 29-million Americans have diabetes. Specifically, the prevalence of diabetes in seniors remains high, with those over 65 years of age representing 25.9% of that statistic. We are aware ...click here to read more

Proteins, carbohydrates and fats all play a role in type 2 diabetes, and some research suggests higher protein diets are more beneficial for those with type 2 diabetes. Before we explore the role of high protein diets for diabetics, let’s look into the role of protein, carbohydrates and fat. A healthy diet is essential for ...click here to read more

Leading a healthy lifestyle generally involves the consumption of nutritious diets consisting of fruits and vegetables and an ample supply of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.  In addition, regular exercise and eight hours of sleep each day, coupled with diets rich in fruits and vegetables, may also assist in promoting good health.  For individuals who aim ...click here to read more

The sun is shining, the air is hot, and there is a delicious scent from the BBQ wafting through the air, and yet all you can think about is the calories and carbohydrates that you are about to consume. Well fret not, because a BBQ dinner does not have to be unhealthy or high in ...click here to read more

Peanut butter is perhaps the best known and most popular form of nut butter on the market. There have been warnings that peanut butter and a long list of other nut butters contain saturated fat and sodium; however, medical researchers insist it doesn’t mean that natural nut butters are bad for you. Fat and Protein ...click here to read more

The Mediterranean diet is a diet that is based upon healthy eating as opposed to counting carbohydrates and calories and it has been followed for thousands of years by the residents of the Mediterranean coast. It is highly revered for its ability to promote good health and its consumption is associated with a reduced risk ...click here to read more

People’s diets have changed drastically over the past few decades. Diets now consist of high-fat, high-carbohydrate, and calorie packed foods that have added on pounds to millions of people. The change in the diets of has increased obesity levels in this country – approximately 25% of North American adults are obese. It is accepted that ...click here to read more

In today’s society it is so important to consume healthy foods which will help to prevent and fight disease. What you eat has a direct impact on how your body performs and feels. Your body requires a diet that contains carbohydrates, proteins, fats, nutrients and minerals. What may surprise you is that not everything that ...click here to read more