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A recent study suggests that consuming 100% fruit juice will not significantly impact fasting blood glucose, blood insulin, or insulin resistance in healthy individuals as published in the Journal of Nutritional Science. Â The results of this study are consistent of that of prior studies which have shown that the consumption of 100% fruit juice …
Among people with type-2 diabetes, healthy diet options and regular physical activity improve blood glucose control and cardiovascular risk factors. Previous studies have shown that lifestyle interventions can produce short-term improvements in blood glucose levels and cardiovascular disease risk factors in individuals with type-2 diabetes. The Look AHEAD (Action for Health in Diabetes) Research Group …
Flavanoids and limonoids derived from citrus help to improve glucose tolerance and modulate cholesterol levels. Type-2 diabetes is among a number of chronic diseases for which the incidence of onset is modifiable, with poor dietary factors contributing to increased risk. A Canadian research team has found that daily supplementation of citrus-derived flavanoids and limonoids may …