" that is, as a direct result of hypoglycemia during sleep. It happens if insulin levels are too high at night or if you skip your last meal before bedtime. Overnight hypoglycemia can be "overslept." Low blood glucose levels cause an increase in the secretion...
As you probably know the glycemic index is a measure of how fast your blood sugar levels rise after ingesting certain carbohydrate. And the assumption here is that the faster your blood sugar rises, the more insulin you’ll release. And this is bad. The low-glycemic index idea has some ov...
Before and after these tests, the Leeds scientists would measure Dr Yeo’s blood sugar levels. These are the levels which rise when we eat as our body takes in the energy of the food. In a healthy person, these levels quickly return to normal. However, when Dr Yeo was being deliberately...
It’s estimated that almost 400 million people worldwide have diabetes. (1) Add to that an increasing number of people with “pre-diabetes” (higher-than-normal blood sugar levels) and it’s estimated that the number will rise to more than 470 million people by 2030. (2) Drinking Apple ...
Your central nervous system is closely connected with your digestive tract. Some taste receptor cells are also present in your gut, so when you eat sweet foods and have a rise in blood sugar your brain says, "this is good, I like this. Keep doing this." ...
Reducing the rise in blood sugar after eating Stimulating the gut to keep your bowel movements more regular Reducing straining and constipation by creating bulky stools Providing "prebiotics" or fuel for gut bacteria Decreasing risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers ...
For most people, a hot flash isn’t just a rise in body temperature. Other symptoms can occur as a result of a hot flash or night sweats: A sudden warmth that’s most intense across your head and chest Reddened skin Sweating, either light or heavy Rapid heartbeat Hot Flashes Symptoms ...
featuring more endangered species than any other national park. Seeing a sunrise or sunset from the peak of Haleakala, or "House of the Sun," draws nearly half the visitors to the park annually. Check the weather before you go and make sure you have reservations for sunrise (none needed ...
Inspired by his wife’s love of animals, he realised “Oh, pigs have a personality”, and decided to stop eating meat. Although he didn’t turn vegan overnight, he explained that once he started eating more plant-based food, he felt better and had more energy. ...
featuring more endangered species than any other national park. Seeing a sunrise or sunset from the peak of Haleakala, or "House of the Sun," draws nearly half the visitors to the park annually. Check the weather before you go and make sure you have reservations for sunrise (none needed ...