o sweet! Some interesting information on the relationship between sugar and its effects were covered in USA Today. They report that a big dose of sugar can immediately suppress your immune system and make you more vulnerable to colds, flu and other infections. So, at a time when people are especially keen to protect themselves…
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Absolute Acai – 4 Questions
Question: I am wondering about the sugar content and is your product safe for diabetics. Also, how much do you recommend a day and what is the price, how long does a bottle last? How does it compare to Monavie product. I am not taking any of these products at this time and am in…
What is The Glycemic Index?
Dear Dr. Ettinger, What is the Glycemic Index? A: The Glycemic Index (GI) is a measuring system that ranks carbohydrates on the extent to which they raise blood sugars levels after eating. It makes a gram for gram comparison of carbohydrates in individual foods, and provides a measurable, evidence-based index of the concentration of glucose…
Noni Juice – Testimonial 02/15/2007
Dear Dr. E, Thanks for your email. I started taking noni juice about 7 years ago when my boss came in to work with a bottle and asked me to try it. Of course at that time I couldn’t get past the taste of it and it was a few months before I eventually began…
Goji and Adult Onset Diabetes
Q: Ok, here is a specific question. Stated in the literature of Goji, it says that is can be beneficial for people with the onset of diabetes. Will it lower blood sugar in someone who has had diabetes for a while and is taking medication? And what are the long term benefits? This information is…