The basics Insulin is the hormone that allows the glucose from food to enter the body’s cells so that it can be used for energy. Glucose is obtained from carbohydrate-containing foods such as breads, cereals and fruits. In the case of patients with type 2 diabetes (the most common form of diabetes) the glucose accumulates […]
Fad Diets
A fad diet is a weight loss plan that promises quick results with only a temporary nutrition change. The word diet originated from the Greek word ‘diata’ which means ‘a way of life’ which encompasses both mental and physical health. Over time however the word’s meaning has changed to ‘restrictive eating’. In other words, depriving […]