Migraines messing with your head? This neurological condition is definitely not ‘just a bad headache’ and can cause very severe and debilitating pain. Discover more about this sometimes-mysterious condition, including the top 7 causes for a migraine, how long they can last, what food could be triggering them and more. What is a migraine? A migraine is a moderate-to-severe headache that usually emerges as a throbbing pain on one side of the head. It’s a common health condition that affects around 1 in every 15 men and 1 in...
Most of us are familiar with the brown malt vinegar that’s sprinkled on chips and white wine vinegar that’s used in vinaigrettes, pickles and chutneys, and even, cleaning. But move over malt and white wine vinegar, because there’s a new vinegar on the block – apple cider vinegar. You’ve probably heard some of the wonderful things about apple cider vinegar already, including how it has the potential to lower blood sugar, aid weight loss, soothe acne, help digestion, and even boost your immune system. In this article, we take a...
They say what goes up must come down- and this is often the case with blood sugar. Blood sugar that is too low or too high can have an effect on your health, especially if you’ve been diagnosed with diabetes or have blood sugar levels above or below the normal range. Read on for advice on what to put on your dinner plate to help keep your blood sugars stable. What happens when you blood sugar is too high or low? Also known as hyperglycaemia, high blood sugar is when...
Your body uses the glucose in your blood as an energy source, so it needs to always have a certain level of blood sugar available. However, certain factors can cause the blood sugar to be thrown off balance, causing either elevated or reduced levels. The resulting blood sugar ‘highs’ and ‘lows can lead to anxiety, cravings for sugary foods, fatigue, weakness, and a feeling of ‘brain fog’.1 Luckily, you can usually prevent blood sugar imbalances through diet and lifestyle. Here are some tips on how to keep your blood sugar...
