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03/06/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Ketone supplement drinks help diabetics control blood sugar, study finds

Here’s one scientifically-proven health benefit if you chug down a glass of that gross keto drink: The Daily Mail reported the results of a British-Canadian study where ketone supplements could help diabetics rein in their uncontrollable blood sugar levels. The controversial ketogenic diet eschewed carbohydrate intake for proteins and fat. It has won loyal adherents among celebrities like Kim Kardashian who can tolerate […]

02/17/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Pros and cons of Paleo, low-carb and fasting diets: What they all have in common is lots of fresh vegetables

The word “diet” comes from the Greek word diata which means “way of life.” Many types of diets are increasingly becoming popular today, such as the Paleo, low-carb, and fasting diets. However, adhering to a diet should not just be like jumping on the bandwagon. Before following a diet, you must weigh its pros and […]

02/06/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Low carb diets like Atkins, Paleo, Keto associated with reduced intake of folic acid, which increases risk of birth defects

Low carbohydrate diets, such as Atkin, Paleo, and Keto, continue to become popular diets today. However, you may want to avoid these diets if you are pregnant or trying to become one as they could raise the risk of having babies with congenital disabilities, particularly neural tube birth defects, according to a study. The study […]

02/04/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Low carbohydrate intake linked to low levels of folic acid, increased risk of birth defects

A new study published in the journal Birth Defects Research has found that the carbohydrate intake of pregnant women or those planning to conceive affects the risk of having babies with birth defects. The study authors believe that women who follow a low carbohydrate diet may not have enough dietary intake of folic acid. The study authors […]

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