Can Yogurt Prevent Diabetes?

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My Take:

Natural or fermented yogurt without added sugars can indeed help lower the risk of diabetes—but the key here is to avoid yogurt with artificial sweeteners or added sugars.

For instance, as part of my breakfast every morning, I have plain, unsweetened, whole Kefir milk, which is a fermented milk very similar to a yogurt drink.

I also have a cup of plain, unsweetened, whole-milk Greek yogurt (usually with whole berries on top that I add myself—blackberries or blueberries, for instance) many evenings, to add to my daily calcium and probiotic intake. I may add a drizzle of wildflower honey and mix it in, too, if I’m feeling like it.

Here’s the Greek yogurt I eat (you can find it in most supermarkets):

Yogurt has natural probiotics and is a good source of calcium and protein. It’s found in the Mediterranean way of eating (also known as the Mediterranean Diet), and has been shown to be part of a healthy dietary pattern—again, when it isn’t laden with added sugars or artificial sweeteners.

So, keep it natural, and enjoy your yogurt!

My Take:

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My Take:

March is National Sleep Awareness Month, and the site above is full of great resources and tips for getting a better night’s sleep—on a regular basis.

Getting enough sleep isn’t just a luxury; it’s essential for good health and longevity. Adequate sleep (7 to 9 hours per night) helps lower blood pressure and stress hormones, and leads to better heart health and less risk of heart attack and stroke.

What about you? How many hours of sleep do you get most nights? Do you have a specific technique for getting better sleep?

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