Sugar and Carbs—Are They Really Worth the Risk?

When it comes to the treatment and prevention of type 2 diabetes, as is the case with many chronic illnesses, one of the most effective things you can do to manage your health is to evaluate your diet and focus on foods that promote health rather than foods that promote disease. Sugars, processed grains, and other simple carbohydrates are tempting, but the long-term effects of a diet high in these foods can have a profound effect on your health—in the end, they’re just not worth it. Insulin is a hormone that helps your body manage blood sugar levels, but when you bombard your system with sugar and foods that convert very quickly into sugar, like refined grains, it can disrupt insulin’s ability to do its job. Over time, this can lead to disastrous health consequences, increasing your risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, strokes, and elevated blood pressure and cholesterol levels. So what simple changes can you make to protect your health? Read more…