Glycaemic Index (GI)

Glycaemic Index (GI)

The glycaemic index (GI) shows how quickly carbohydrate foods raise blood glucose (blood sugar) after eating. This is useful to know if you have diabetes, pre-diabetes, gestational diabetes or polycystic ovary ayndrome (PCOS) as it helps you to manage your blood glucose levels. What is the glycaemic index? After a meal, any of the starchy or sugary…

Biobank data sheds light on the link betweenbiotin and cognitive wellness

Biobank data sheds light on the link betweenbiotin and cognitive wellness

Data drawn from 80,000 UK Biobank participants indicate that biotin may play a protective role in mental health. Researchers in China analyzed UK Biobank data to examine the association between dietary biotin intake and anxiety and depression, assess the dose-response relationship and evaluate whether inflammation mediates this association. The results suggested that “higher dietary biotin…

Study suggests supplements halve deficiencies in older malnourished populations

Study suggests supplements halve deficiencies in older malnourished populations

Consuming ready-made liquid supplements may help older adults overcome most nutrient inadequacies without significantly reducing regular dietary intake. According to a study involving 308 participants, supplementation was significantly more effective than dietary advice alone. It reduced by more than half both the number of individuals whose nutrient intakes fell below dietary reference values (DRVs) and…

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