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Gluten and its impact in autoimmune diseases
An autoimmune disease condition occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy cells, organs and tissues. The immune system is the body’s first line of defence to attack germs, certain viruses and bacteria. However, when the immune system gets confused, it can attack any part of the body like the skin, causing alopecia areata or the pancreas leading to type 1 diabetes. This most often also happens when an individual is already genetically predisposed to an auto-immune condition.
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5 effects of sugar on the body
Know why is added sugar bad for you.
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Artificial Sweeteners and the Gut Bacteria
Did you know - high doses of artificial sweeteners are linked with diabetes in the long run? Find out more here!
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Health Benefits of Nuts and Dry Fruits
Dry fruits and nuts are known for its wide range of health benefits and they are rich in healthy fats, protein and fibre.
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Curbing Sugar Intake in Children
One of the culprits for the rise of obesity, blood pressure and diabetes in our children is sugar.
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Prediabetes: When you haven't crossed the line, yet.
Have you been diagnosed with prediabetes?
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Are Energy Drinks Giving your Heart an Unhealthy Jolt?
Here we look at the impact of these drinks on heart health
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Swipe out Sugar!
Whether you have a sweet tooth or not, you need to read this!
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Decoding Carbs for Health
Cutting on carbs has led people to believe that any fat or protein is healthy.
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Watch that Waist!
Having a large waist circumference can lead to the onset of many lifestyle related diseases regardless of the BMI (Body Mass Index).