“Naringenin, an antioxidant derived from the bitter flavor of grapefruits and other citrus fruits, may cause the liver to break down fat while increasing insulin sensitivity, a process that naturally occurs during long periods of fasting… this dietary supplement could become a staple in the treatment of hyperlipidemia, type-2 diabetes, and perhaps metabolic syndrome.”
Newly published research has found that vitamin D directly influences over 200 genes, which may indicate that vitamin D deficiency would increase susceptibility to a wide range of diseases. Research evidence links vitamin D deficiency to susceptibility to autoimmune conditions such as multiple sclerosis (MS), rheumatoid arthritis, type 1 diabetes, as well as certain cancers and even dementia.
An antioxidant extracted from grapefruit may help the liver break down fat and improve insulin sensitivity, according to new data from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and […]
Beta-glucan extracted from wheat and oat bran were assessed for their effects on glucose and insulin levels. Oat beta-glucan reduced glucose and insulin levels, thereby indicating that oat beta-glucan may be beneficial in preventing many of the complications associated with diabetes.
In its first human trial, the popular plant extract Resveratrol has been shown to suppress the type of inflammation in the body that leads to diabetes, aging, heart disease, and stroke.
Chokeberry’s health-promoting effects may be due to the potent anti-inflammatory properties of its anthocyanins (an antioxidant). In addition, certain anthocyanins, including those found in chokeberry, have also been shown to improve blood sugar and the function of insulin.