Beta cell dysfunction and insulin resistance
Beta Cell Physiology and Integrity Adequate and proper beta cell function requires normal beta cell integrity which is critical for the appropriate response to perpetual...
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Diabetes Mellitus
Ancient descriptions of diabetes mellitus can be found in Chinese, Hindu and Greek writings. “Diabetes” is Greek for “to pass through” and “mellitus” means “sweet-tasting” (sugar...
Organic Cruciferous Vegetables
Cruciferous vegetables are highly regarded as anti-estrogenic; it’s role are especially helpful for preventing hormonal cancers, such as breast cancer, because some ITC, such as indole-3-carbinol (abundant...
Sweet Potatoes
What’s New and Beneficial about Sweet Potatoes Orange-fleshed sweet potatoes may be one of nature’s unsurpassed sources of beta-carotene. Several recent studies have shown the...
What are lectins?
Lectins are a type of protein that can bind to cell membranes. They are sugar-binding and become the “glyco” portion of glycoconjugates on the membranes....
Scientists surprised to find that amino acids, not sugar, supply most building blocks for tumor cells
Cancer cells are notorious for their ability to divide uncontrollably and generate hordes of new tumor cells. Most of the fuel consumed by these rapidly...
How to Block TNF With Herbal Remedies
Pivotal role of TNF-α in vascular dysfunction Even though numerous risk factors, such as physical inactivity, smoking and over-nutrition, appear to contribute to the development...
Hyaluronic Acid Foods
Hyaluronic acid is a natural chemical substance found in the body. The highest concentrations are found in the joints and eyes. Also known hyaluron, it...
APPLE CIDER VINEGAR
Insulin Resistance These data indicate that vinegar can significantly improve insulin sensitivity in insulin-resistant subjects. Acetic acid has been shown to suppress disaccharidase activity...