Thyroid health and function is an intricate web of artwork throughout the body. It is not just the thyroid gland and a single signal from the brain to the thyroid. It is a complicated web of activity throughout the brain and body down to 70 trillion cells and their cell membranes. When this web is working well, vigor, vitality, and healthy metabolic...

A new study involving twins helps to document the precise nature of inflammation as a major causative factor in obesity. This information can help you focus on what you really need to work on to improve the situation.

High fructose corn syrup continues to poison Americans who are silly enough to consume the stuff, which appears to be a great many people apparently hopelessly addicted to the flavoring stimulants used in their favorite drinks. A new study demonstrates that if you are the child of a type II diabetic parent, then you are at greater risk for developing...

Quality protein is the single most important calorie that helps you sustain, improve, build, and enhance multiple body systems, including weight loss and management.

Fat is now recognized as a metabolic organ. Leptin is the primary hormone secreted by fat cells, as fully explained in The Leptin Diet. A companion hormone that is also secreted by fat cells is called adiponectin. Adiponectin maintains insulin sensitivity, especially in the liver. When leptin resistance sets in and an individual gains weight,...

Adiponectin and leptin are the two primary hormones secreted from your stored fat. In health, they are released in balance. As body weight rises, then leptin increases and adiponectin decreases. It has been known for some time that the lowering of adiponectin is the primary cause of insulin resistance in your liver. This new study shows that low...

Assessment of endocrine response of Inula racemosa in relation to glucose homeostasis in rats.

Dietary fibre consumption and insulin resistance – the role of body fat and physical activity

Alpha-lipoic acid supplementation and diabetes.

Chromium enhances insulin responsiveness via AMPK

High-fat feeding and Staphylococcus intermedius infection impair beta cell function and insulin sensitivity in mongrel dogs.

Dietary d-limonene alleviates insulin resistance and oxidative stress-induced liver injury in high-fat diet and L-NAME-treated rats.