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DASH Diet Likely Safe for Potassium Levels With Blood Pressure Meds

Share on PinterestThe well-known DASH diet does not significantly affect potassium levels in adults taking certain blood pressure medications. Tatiana Maksimova/Moment/Getty Images A new study reports that the DASH diet does not significantly increase potassium levels in people taking high blood pressure medication. Researchers said that the diet doesn’t appear to cause significant changes in […]

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Changes in ectopic lipids, insulin sensitivity, and beta cell function after a low-fat vegan diet in adults with type 2 diabetes: a 16-week single-arm clinical trial

Objective The aim of this study was to explore the effects of a low-fat plant-based diet on hepatocellular and intramyocellular lipids, advanced glycation end products (AGEs), insulin resistance, and beta-cell function in adults with type 2 diabetes. Research design and methods Participants (n=25) were asked to follow a low-fat vegan diet for 16 weeks. Dual […]

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Association between stress-related exposures and risk of pre-diabetes and type 2 diabetes: results from the population-based Lifelines cohort study

Introduction To examine the associations between chronic and acute stress-related exposures and incident pre-diabetes and type 2 diabetes (T2D) and to explore how stress domains cluster with socioeconomic and lifestyle factors. Research design and methods We conducted a prospective population-based cohort study using data from the Lifelines cohort study in the Netherlands, with baseline assessments […]

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Are You Addicted to Sugar?

Take this quick quiz to find out if you have a sugar addiction

1. Do you crave sweet foods or drinks daily?

2. Do you feel anxious or irritable when you cut back on sugar?

3. Do you find it difficult to stop eating sugary foods once you've started?

4. Have you ever hidden your sugar consumption from others?

5. Do you experience energy crashes or mood swings after consuming sugar?

Why Quit Sugar?

The science behind sugar addiction and its impact on your health

Brain Chemistry

Sugar triggers dopamine release, creating reward cycles similar to addictive drugs. This leads to cravings and dependence over time.

Weight Management

Excess sugar is stored as fat. Cutting sugar can lead to significant weight loss without extreme calorie restriction.

Inflammation

Sugar causes chronic inflammation throughout the body, contributing to joint pain, skin issues, and digestive problems.

Energy Levels

Sugar spikes and crashes drain your energy. Stable blood sugar leads to consistent, all-day energy without the afternoon slump.

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Average sugar consumption (lbs/year)
25g
Recommended daily maximum for women
36g
Recommended daily maximum for men

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