Technology has changed the way we live… Phones became smaller, wifi connections ubiquitous and work often revolves around sedentary desks and computers (yes, me too, even as I write this!) Even farming has changed with modern farm equipment that makes life easier and less active. As physical labor has reduced, it’s not a surprise that people look to other outlets…
diabetes
Many people know that PCOS affects the ability of women to bear children. But did you know that PCOS can also affect the blood sugar level in your body? This article discusses the link between PCOS and diabetes. Many women with PCOS suffer from impaired glucose (sugar) metabolism and insulin resistance. (1) And while this is not often correctly…
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has recently released guidelines for the upper end of the amount of sugar adults and children should consume. WHO “recommends adults and children reduce their daily intake of free sugars to less than 10% of their total energy intake. A further reduction to below 5% or roughly 25 grams (6 teaspoons) per day would provide additional…
Androgen and Diabetes… A common PCOS link? Some large words for your day: androstenedione and testosterone—both ‘male’ hormones generally higher in both men and women with PCOS. Women without PCOS have these hormones, but at lower levels. Hormones – your body’s innate messengers – are amazing molecules. However, too much or too little can produce massive change to your body….
Hi! How are you? My hubby has been in England visiting his family (I’m counting down the seconds until he arrives home later tonight!), so I’ve taken the opportunity to run around like a busy woman. I’ve been to both NSW and Victoria in that time. While I was away, it occurred to me that the more quick tips and…
You could be Magnesium deficient? “Insulin Resistance, Heart Disease, Depression, Diabetes, osteoporosis, stress, PMS, cramping, high blood pressure, and preeclampsia, to name only a few, are conditions that have been linked to low levels of Magnesium. Check out www.mgwater.com to see more. So, how can one substance be so powerful? Magnesium is important in helping to create energy from our food, in correct…
