Having high body fat does not necessarily cause a change in the actual chemical shape, or structure, of your hormones. But it can have negative effects on the levels of hormones circulating in your blood; it also alters the characteristics of target cells specially designed to receive them. According to University of New Mexico, excess fat produces hormone-like inflammatory proteins called cytokines; these may play a role in the development of diabetes, obesity and heart problems. Your doctor can help you develop a diet and exercise plan to maintain a healthy weight and reduce your risk of serious disease.
Hypoglycemia -- the medical term for low blood glucose levels -- causes unpleasant and even potentially life-threatening symptoms, particularly if you have diabetes. Drinking alcohol can potentiate hypoglycemia, even several da...
Caffeine is a central nervous system stimulant found in chocolate, tea, soft drinks and coffee. It works by binding to the molecule adenosine in the brain, which increases energy and concentration. Although caffeine has been li...
Regular workouts help ensure you will reap the maximum health benefits physical activity offers such as lowering the risk of chronic conditions like heart disease and diabetes. Irregular exercise pattens have limited benefits a...
In nutritional research, a line of thought divides foods into three groups: weak acid, alkalinizing and acidifying. The categories refer to how the food affects your body, not to whether it has a low, high or neutral pH. As the...
For example, pyruvate dehydrogenase, or PDH, deficiency impairs glucose metabolism in sufferers and can lead to toxic blood acidity levels and neurological damage. However, a ketogenic diet for individuals with PDH deficiency m...
Hiking allows you get the benefits of exercise while experiencing the added bonus of enjoying the outdoors. If you are not prepared, however, hiking can be problematic. Feeling lightheaded can be one result. In many cases, the ...
Diabetic foot exercises for blood flow are designed to improve your circulation and reduce your risk of sustaining complications from diabetes. While adult onset diabetes is often a direct result of being overweight, it is impo...
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