What Is Heatstroke? Heatstroke and heat exhaustion may seem like similar ailments, but the treatments for these conditions do differ. Can Hydration Prevent Heatstroke? Photo: Getty Images Water is also helpful externally, as well as internally. What is important to note is the difference between prevention and cure. It’s important to take quick action to prevent heatstroke from developing into an increasingly life-threatening medical emergency.

But can shedding pounds actually make your metabolism slow down and turn sluggish? If you’ve hit a weight-loss plateau you may be wondering, what gives? Metabolism gets a lot of attention around weight loss. It also gets a lot of unnecessary credit and blame. Your metabolism is important when it comes to weight, but it’s not the only factor at play. What Is Metabolism? Metabolism refers to the necessary chemical processes that happen in your body to make it maintain life....

Contrary to popular belief, bread can be a part of your meal plan. It’s all about finding the right balance. Bread is a household grocery staple that provides surprising benefits with each bite. Bread is the base for many tasty meals, such assandwiches, stuffing and even French toast. Unfortunately, the number of diabetes diagnoses is on the rise. How Much Bread Can You Eat with Diabetes? “In general, that means choosing a slice that has 15 grams of carbohydrates for sandwiches....

Canned fruit is an affordable and nutritious alternative to fresh produceeven if you have diabetes. Yes, fruit is a source of carbohydrates and contains natural sugar, but its also highly nutritious. That said, some canned fruits are better than others, especially for managing blood sugar levels. Photo:ziquiu, Nadiinko / Getty Images How Canned Fruit Can Impact Blood Sugar Carbohydrates affect your blood sugar levels more than other nutrients. That said, this pantry staple offers a few unique bonuses....

Potatoes are hands-down one of the most popular vegetables consumed by Americans. Unfortunately, the answer to this question isn’t completely black-and-white. Any food that you are not allergic to is safe to enjoy in moderation on a diabetes-friendly diet. Jacob Fox But on their own, potatoes offer up some pretty impressive nutrition. But it is important to note that these veggies are quite high in the carbohydrate department. In any case, too much blood sugar stays in the bloodstream....

Probiotics are living microorganisms found in fermented foods like yogurt, kimchi and kefir. How important are they, and what are their known health benefits? We look at the science. Many food and supplement companies claim they can do everything from fix bad skin to fight cancer. Just how good are they for you, anyway, and do you really need them? Read on for five research-backed benefits. Pictured Recipe:Homemade Kimchi 1. The truth is, our bodies are teeming with both good and bad bacteria....

Some social media influencers are pushing the narrative that polyunsaturated oils are bad for you. Its time to set the record straight. Seeds themselves area healthy choice for most. Photo:Getty Images. EatingWell design. Why would their oils be toxic and cause inflammation like these influencers are suggesting? Gastroenterologist Will Bulsiewicz, M.D.,recently sharedthat he thinks much of the social media concern is overblown. What most folks are missing, Bulsiewicz said, is something to compare seed oil’s nutritional value to....

We love them in salads and sandwiches, but what about in a stir-fry? Cucumbers are super versatile. But has it ever crossed your mind to cook a cucumber? If you’re like most of us, that’s a no. Can You Cook Cucumbers? Turns out, yes, you could actually cook cucumbers. While many of us haven’t cooked a cucumber in our lifetime, it’s time to start. Halve the cucumber lengthwise, then use a small spoon to scoop out the seeds....

But will that hinder your body’s immune response? We dig into the science to find the answer. This can fuel a state of low-gradechronic inflammation. Photo: Getty Images / Yevgen Romanenko / Jonathan Kantor Researchers gave healthy non-chronic-drinking adults a moderate dose of alcohol. Of note: Alcohol seems to affect females differently (or perhaps worse) than males. These effects place females at higher risk of long-term negative health consequences compared to males....

Find out from nutrition experts if you should regularly drink juice if you have diabetes. To find out, we spoke with two leading certified diabetes experts and registered dietitian nutritionists. Find out what they had to say below. Getty Images These molecules provide instant fuel to your body’s cells. However, this is not the case with someone who has diabetes. Since dietary fiber offers bulk, it may help with blood sugar balance and gut health....

You may be wondering if it’s OK to eat the peel of your banana. This is great news sincemost of us don’t eat enough fiber. Risks of Eating Banana Peels There aren’t many risks of eating banana peels. Getty Images / Burazin But if you are going to eat them, give them a good scrub under running water first. According to theEnvironmental Working Group, banana cultivation is heavy on the pesticides....

Theres good news when it comes to this food and your cholesterol. Lisovskaya/Getty Images We love cheese. But if you have high cholesterol, is cheese still on the table, so to speak? Photo:Lisovskaya/Getty Images Whats the Link Between Cheese and Cholesterol? Lets start with the basics. Okay, now on to cheese specifically. Did your ears just perk up? That said, were still uncovering how saturated fat from cheese specifically may affect your heart....

In both cases, too much sugar can stay in the bloodstream. Over time, this excessive blood sugar can be linked to health concerns likeheart disease,vision lossandkidney disease. Phipps attributes this to the fat and fiber that is found in certain varieties of chocolate. Brie Passano They’re also higher in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants." Cocoa is noteworthy because it contains polyphenols, or plant compounds, that can benefit human health. In fact, cocoa beans are one of thebest-known sources of dietary polyphenols....