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Featured: Digestive health linked to heart disease, diabetes and obesity

People who regularly experience digestive symptoms might be at an increased risk for diabetes, weight gain and heart disease, according to new research. And improving digestive health could be key to resolving such problems.

Posted on Tue, 24 Sep 13

Nutrients for blood glucose control: a review and clinical guide

The use of safe, relatively low-cost nutritional supplements should be considered in the management of insulin resistance, type-2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome and PCOS due to their ability to improve blood glucose regulation and insulin signaling.

Posted on Fri, 26 Oct 12

Eating more pulses vs. eating less

A study comparing advice to eat more pulses (yellow peas, chickpeas, navy beans and lentils) to calorie restriction found eating more pulses was more effective for improving peoples overall health.