What is cholesterol Although cholesterol has become a scary word today, your body actually needs cholesterol for many metabolic essential processes including hormone production, production of bile, fat synthesis and absorption of nutrients, including vitamin D, which are needed for the efficient working of your metabolism. Where does cholesterol

Is your BP high Unfortunately, high blood pressure does not have any major symptoms, which is why it is critical to get tested regularly. The American Heart Association (AHA) has set the following benchmarks for BP levels: Normal: 120/80 Elevated: 130/80 Hypertension: 130-139/89-90 Critical Hypertension: 180/120 Diabetes causes Like

Diabetes skin warning signs of diabetics 1. Acanthosis Negricans This is a common sign of pre-diabetes. It shows up as dark patches of smooth skin—described as having a velvety texture—on the back of the neck, groin, or in the armpit area. If you notice such patches, get your blood sugar checked asap. On the positive side, pre-diabetes is

Reasons for slow wound healing Diabetes compromises your body’s self-healing capacity, there are three primary reasons for this: 1. Insufficient nutrients and oxygen reaching cells High Blood Sugar Levels (BSL) increase the thickness of blood cells, reducing blood flow, effectively reducing the volume of oxygen and nutrients from reaching the

Type 2 Diabetes and Muscle Mass Everyone wants more muscle mass, but none need it more than diabetics. The connection between muscle mass and blood glucose is irrefutable. The more muscle mass you have the greater the calories the body expends, in other words, glucose has less chance to accumulate in the bloodstream. This is why, despite the tradi