~E.G.Plott~ Generally people in their 40s and 50s , especially women, need a lot of vitamins and minerals for performing the normal functionalities of the body. Middle aged women suffer a lot of health disorders due to the physiological and enzymatic changes in the body. BB Moringa and Chill Pill helps them in many ways and aids them in crossing this stage with ease and joy. Menopause: Menopause is a crucial stage in every woman’s life. Though it is a painful stage, they can overcome the symptoms of menopause with the help of proper nutrients. A well balanced nutritional supplement is essential during menopause, as it enables the body to adjust automatically to the hormonal changes, naturally maintaining Estrogen from...
Stress aggravates diabetes. Stress raises blood sugar levels, activates fat cells, impairs glucose tolerance, increases insulin resistance and impacts blood pressure. It's a Catch-22: Diabetes gets you stressed out and the stress worsens your diabetes. Do you sometimes feel like your entire life is centered on your diabetes? When you’re snacking, you’re thinking about your blood sugar level. When you’re exercising, you’re nervous to work your body too hard. When you’re at work, you make sure you have a snack on you at all time or extra insulin shots. When you’re at home, your spouse and children try to not eat their favorite sweets around you.The stress of constantly thinking about diabetes can take a toll on your body. We...
Understanding Ketosis and Its Symptoms What Is Ketosis?Ketosis is a metabolic state achieved by following a low-carbohydrate diet, where the body shifts from burning glucose (sugar) to burning fat for energy. By minimizing carbohydrate intake, the body produces less blood glucose after meals. Without sufficient glucose, the pancreas does not release insulin (a hormone responsible for storing fat). With low insulin levels, the body starts breaking down stored fat, releasing ketones into the bloodstream. These ketones serve as an alternative energy source, signaling that the body is in ketosis. While in this state, ketones can be detected in the urine, and various symptoms may arise as the body adjusts.Recognizing Ketosis SymptomsFor most people starting a low-carb diet, ketosis begins within...
The Interplay Between Cortisol, Serotonin, and Diet: Why It Matters for Health and Weight Management Let's start with a few key concepts that are well-documented: Cortisol is known as the "stress hormone." In small amounts, it's beneficial—it helps wake you up in the morning or gives you the energy to run from danger (like fleeing from a lion). However, chronically elevated cortisol is harmful. Long-term stress can suppress the immune system and contribute to fat accumulation, especially around the abdomen (think “beer belly” obesity). Serotonin regulates several key bodily functions, which we can call the six F's: Fight, Flight, Food, Falling Asleep, Feeling Good, and... Sex. Like cortisol, serotonin must be in balance: too much or too little can cause...
Vitamin D is an extremely important vitamin that has powerful effects on several systems throughout your body.Unlike other vitamins, vitamin D functions like a hormone, and every single cell in your body has a receptor for it.Your body makes it from cholesterol when your skin is exposed to sunlight.It’s also found in certain foods such as fatty fish and fortified dairy products, though it’s very difficult to get enough from diet alone.The recommended daily intake (RDI) is usually around 400–800 IU, but many experts say you should get even more than that.Vitamin D deficiency is very common. It’s estimated that about 1 billion people worldwide have low levels of the vitamin in their blood.According to a 2011 study, 41.6% of...
