Tag Archives: Sugar

How diabetes can increase cancer risk: DNA damaged by high blood sugar

For years, scientists have been trying to solve a medical mystery: Why do people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes have an increased risk of developing some forms of cancer? Today, researchers report a possible explanation for this double whammy. They found that DNA sustains more damage and gets fixed less often when blood… Read More: How diabetes can increase cancer risk: DNA damaged by high… »

FIGHTING THE SUGAR MONSTER A never ending battle

Do you want to lose weight? If you do you are not alone. An estimated 160 million Americans, including males and females , are either obese or overweight .  America has a severe obesity epidemic that has serious long term health implications.   The cause of the obesity epidemic is the American lifestyle. This means… Read More: FIGHTING THE SUGAR MONSTER A never ending battle »

Type 2 diabetes: The one juice that could lower blood sugar and prevent the condition

Type 2 diabetes can lead to serious health complications if left untreated, such as a heart attack. But an easy way to control the condition and to prevent it developing in the first place is to eat a healthy, balanced diet. While alcohol and sugary drinks are strongly advised against, other drinks like tomato juice… Read More: Type 2 diabetes: The one juice that could lower blood… »