Prediabetes is a condition in which blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes. It is a significant risk factor for developing type 2 diabetes and other chronic health conditions, such as heart disease
Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that occurs during pregnancy. It is caused by hormones from the placenta that make it more difficult for the body to use insulin to regulate blood sugar levels. Women who have gestational diabetes typically
Fasting is one thing. Doing it correctly is another. Here we tell you how. Fasting has become a buzzword lately for losing weight quickly. However, let it not become a dangerous fad! Our in-house team of experts will teach you the correct techniques
Know and understand how you can protect your gut from post-antibiotic effect. This webinar offers a comprehensive overview of the effects of antibiotics on the gut, as well as the post-antibiotic gut-restoring protocol from our in-house nutritionist
Type 2 diabetes is a chronic health condition that affects how your body processes insulin. In people with type 2 diabetes, the body doesn't produce enough insulin or it doesn't use the insulin properly, resulting in higher than normal levels of glu
Serotonin, also known as 5-hydroxytryptamine, is one of the main brain chemicals for regulating mood and temperament in people. It is found in the brain, intestines and blood platelets, and it is involved in a variety of physiological processes, inc
Type 1 diabetes, also known as juvenile diabetes, is an autoimmune disorder that occurs when the body's immune system mistakenly destroys insulin-producing cells in the pancreas. This lack of insulin makes the body incapable of regulating blood suga
Tryptophan is an essential amino acid that is used to make proteins. In the body, tryptophan is converted into serotonin, a neurotransmitter that helps regulate mood and sleep. It is also converted into melatonin, a hormone that helps regulate the b
Oxidative stress is a condition in which the body's cells are exposed to an imbalance between free radicals and antioxidants. Free radicals are molecules that are produced naturally when the body breaks down food, but they can also be caused by envi
Dementia is a term used to describe a group of symptoms associated with a decline in cognitive functioning. It can cause difficulty with simple tasks, confusion, memory loss and difficulty communicating. It is most common in people over 65, but it ca
