Insulin resistance-also called the metabolic syndrome- is much more common than you might think. It can affect women and men but the numbers are much higher among perimenopausal women. Anyone can become insulin resistant even if they are thin. The most common complaints are fatigue, weight gain and sugar cravings. As women approach menopause, they…
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Powerhouse Omega-3s
Research suggests that consuming omega-3 fatty acids (ALA, EPA, DHA) found in fish and fish oils can protect you from coronary heart disease, may decrease insulin resistance and may reduce the risk of heart attacks, stroke, macular degeneration and certain cancers. Omega-3 supplements have been shown to improve symptoms of inflammatory diseases such as asthma,…
Telomeres and Aging?
If you haven’t heard of telomeres yet get ready! because they are the subject of many clinical studies involving age related diseases and we all have them in our DNA. Telomeres are a measure of cell aging and are the end sections of human chromosomes that are the main part of our DNA.