Imagine you cut your finger. Not badly—just enough to break the skin. Now, I want you to picture what happens and how your body responds. Within seconds, platelets rush to…
This article concludes a series about sweeteners, focusing on allulose, a rare sugar with potential benefits for lowering blood sugar. Unlike other sweeteners, allulose activates GLP-1, enhancing insulin response and glucose regulation. While human studies show promising results, more extensive research is needed to fully understand its effects and safety.
Stevia is widely favored as a non-nutritive sweetener due to its plant origin and safety profile compared to other sweeteners like sucralose and saccharin. While human studies show stevia does not impair glucose tolerance, laboratory findings indicate it may affect gut bacteria. Caution is advised, with more research needed for clarity.
The author reflects on their initial trust in sucralose as a zero-calorie sweetener, only to discover its detrimental effects on gut health and glucose tolerance through recent research. This confession emphasizes the need for continuous learning, challenging prior beliefs about food choices, and the importance of making informed decisions for overall well-being.
PCOS SOS by Dr. Felice Gersh and Alexis Perella offers a holistic guide to managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) naturally. It emphasizes addressing root causes through lifestyle changes, supplements like myo-inositol and N-Acetyl Cysteine, and aligning daily habits with natural rhythms. The book empowers readers to take control of their health.
The menstrual cycle significantly affects blood pressure due to hormone fluctuations. Each cycle phase influences blood pressure, with potential spikes during menstruation and the luteal phase. Conditions like PCOS and endometriosis can exacerbate these fluctuations. Monitoring symptoms and adopting lifestyle changes can help manage blood pressure throughout the cycle effectively.
