Rachel Neilson

My curiosity stemmed from an article that was published in February of this year. Researchers found that through different types of therapy in those with insomnia, risk biomarkers for diabetes can be decreased (1). I didn’t understand how insomnia could even contribute to diabetes and the risk factors. Gluconeogenesis and sleep apnea are…[Read more]

A balanced diet, including a wide variety of foods, usually provides adequate amounts of essential nutrients. However, there are some nutrients of concern for women, iron, calcium, and vitamin D. If low levels are determined, consuming foods high in these nutrients is the best way to include them in the diet. Supplementation may be a good…[Read more]