It’s nice to enjoy every single day of our lives and not to worry too much about the future. There is also no doubt, that taking care of the present we are building the future. But let’s take a moment to envision ourselves at the age of 65 and onwards. Are we active and healthy? Can we cope with everyday…
In our days CHD is the leading cause of death in the western countries. Atherosclerosis (thickened artery walls) or the narrowing of the coronary arteries, caused by an inflammation or a spasm of an artery, may impair or even fully block the blood flow, leading to angina pectoris, heart attack, or sudden death. Most heart attacks may occur with less…
Nondiabetic women. Even for nondiabetic women maintaining glycemic control during pregrancy may be challenging. Due to hormonal changes, pregnancy increases insulin resistance and therefore the secretion of insulin. Especially obese women, who have developed insulin resistance before gestation, are in high risk of diabetes. As a result 7 percent of nondibetic women may develop gestational diabetes and require treatment during…
What is the GERD? GERD is a condition of gastric contents reflux which can irritate the lining of esophagus, causing frequent discomfort, acid indigestion and heartburn and may lead to tissue damage. Reflux does not always cause symptoms and may occur occasionally even in healthy people. GERD is a problem only if it creates severe symptoms or complications and requires…
Let’s try to investigate the following famous “carbs-rich foods” questions… Do carbohydrate rich foods lead to weight gains? Are they responsible for health problems? Is it necessary to reduce carbohydrate consumption to lose weight? Foods rich in carbohydrates taste good and it’s easy to like. Potatoes in almost every form, rice, pasta, muffins, fresh bread or pancakes constitute temptation. During…