Refined sugar is a type of processed sugar that has been stripped of all its natural components, including minerals, vitamins and fiber. Most of the sugars we consume today, such as white sugar and brown sugar, are refined sugars. Refined sugars are
Alzheimer's disease is a progressive neurological disorder that affects millions of people around the world. It is the most common cause of dementia in older adults. It is characterised by a gradual decline in memory, language and problem-solving sk
Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that occurs when your breathing is interrupted during sleep. It is usually caused by an obstruction of your airway, such as when your tongue relaxes and falls back into your throat. When this happens, you will briefly
Insulin resistance, also known as impaired insulin sensitivity, is a condition in which cells in your body are unable to respond normally to insulin, a hormone produced by your pancreas. Insulin helps your body use and store glucose, or sugar, as en
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
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
