The Portfolio Diet: An Older Eating Plan with New Support That You Should Try

The Portfolio Diet: An Older Eating Plan with New Support That You Should Try

Article courtesy of Dr. Joel Kahn, MD, who is a Clinical Professor of Medicine at Wayne State University School of Medicine, one of the world’s top cardiologists, a best-selling author, lecturer, and a leading expert in plant-based nutrition and holistic care. BACKGROUND You’ve heard of Atkins, MED, vegan, Paleo, Keto, and DASH diets over the … Read more

Low-Dose Aspirin Cuts Type 2 Diabetes Risk in Over-65s

Low-Dose Aspirin Cuts Type 2 Diabetes Risk in Over-65s

Low-dose aspirin reduces the risk for type 2 diabetes among older adults and slows the increase in fasting glucose levels over time, new research finds. The data come from a secondary analysis of ASPREE, a double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of healthy adults aged 65 years or older, showing that 100 mg of aspirin taken daily for … Read more

Experts Debate Low-Carb Diets for People With Diabetes

Experts Debate Low-Carb Diets for People With Diabetes

It’s an ongoing debate in the diabetes world: Is it ideal to consume a very low carbohydrate diet, or is it better to go with moderate amounts of healthful carbs? At the recent American Diabetes Association (ADA) 83rd Scientific Sessions, Carol F. Kirkpatrick, PhD, RDN, spoke first, arguing in favor of diets consisting of moderate, … Read more