When blood sugar is too high, glucose stays in the blood and cannot be used by our cells. This triggers the pancreas to release insulin, moving excess sugar into fat storage (ie weight gain). Over time, our bodies can even become resistant to the effects of insulin. This is called insulin resistance and it can lead to blood sugar imbalances that cause conditions like diabetes or metabolic syndrome.
Read MoreBrown adipose tissue has a dense concentration of mitochondria, lovingly referred to as the 'powerhouse of the cell.' This type of fat also expresses something known as uncoupling protein 1 (UCP1) which is found within the mitochondria. Through a chemical process, UCP1 releases energy in the form of heat, something known as thermogenesis.
Read MoreLiver Month in Canada provides an opportunity to discuss one of the most important organs in your body. The liver performs a variety of essential functions, including detoxifying your blood, processing nutrients, and producing bile, but are we giving it the care it needs?
Read MoreProcessed food is now the norm, but it might be taking years off your life—and you have no way of knowing. Here’s what to look for on labels and how changing your eating patterns today could save you.
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