Nutrition Trends Survey: Interest & Misconceptions
Most Americans say diet and nutrition are important to them and they report making significant improvements in eating behaviors – yet several myths about nutrition continue to flourish.
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Health Claims on Labels: The Whole Story
Many foods now carry a label identifying them as sources of fiber or other substances that can lower the risk of heart disease or other health problems. But you may still miss the details and overestimate the impact of a particular food.
Tips to Control and Maintain Blood Sugar for Life
Taking control of diabetes has many benefits. Keeping your blood sugar (also called blood glucose) levels in the normal range can make a big difference now and in the future.
Diabetes and Women’s Health Across the Life Stages
Diabetes is a serious health condition that affects women in all life stages. It is also unique to women because it can impact on the health of both a mother and her unborn children. This article examines the challenges and risks of diabetes in each stage of a woman’s life.
Most Americans Get Less Fiber Than They Think
Surveys show that most Americans think they’re getting enough dietary fiber. Yet more than 72 percent of those who say they get enough fiber actually eat less than the minimum recommended amount for good health.
What Do You Expect from a Vitamin Pill?
A recent study in the Archives of Internal Medicine reports that nearly half of Americans now take some kind of nutritional supplement. Yet studies also show that people often take supplements for nutrients they have already consumed in adequate amounts, and miss supplementing the nutrients they may lack.
Factors That Affect Glucose Meter Performance And Making Sure Your Meter Works Properly
The accuracy of your test results depends partly on the quality of your meter and test strips and your training. Other factors can also make a difference in the accuracy of your results.
Confusion Over Trans Fats
Trans fatty acids, commonly referred to as trans fats, are formed when vegetable oils are hydrogenated to harden and stabilize them. They have been associated with an increased risk of heart disease. Researchers are now investigating other possible adverse effects.
Patients Consider Dropping Doctors Who Are Poor Communicators
Good communication is the most important consideration for building patients’ trust in their physician. Overall, 12 percent of patients said they had considered changing doctors because of poor communication.
Physical Activity and Weight Control
Regular physical activity, combined with healthy eating habits, is the most efficient and healthful way to control your weight. Learn all about the important role of physical activity and include it in your lifestyle.
Active at Any Size
If you are a very large person, you can still be physically active. Start being more active and healthier – no matter what your size!
Keeping Your Heart and Blood Vessels Healthy
Learn about what you can do each day and during the year to stay healthy and prevent heart and blood vessel problems caused by diabetes.
Keeping Your Eyes Healthy with Diabetes
Learn about the things you can do each day and during each year to stay healthy and prevent eye problems caused by diabetes.
Diabetes and Hispanic American Women
Type 2 diabetes is a serious health concern for Hispanic American women. 25 percent of Hispanic American women have been diagnosed with diabetes.
