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How calcium can impact insulin sensitivity
Takeaways American adults with a dietary calcium intake below the Recommended Daily Amount had a 20% increased risk of Type 2 Diabetes. Each 300, 600 and 1000 (mg/day) increment in dietary Ca intake was respectively associated with 7, 14 and 23% reduced risk of Type 2 Diabetes in all subpopulations. In American populations, there was…
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Glycemic response and weight loss
Find out why high insulin spikes make it harder to shed pounds and explore the results of studies showcasing the usefulness of avoiding blood sugar spikes in promoting weight loss.
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An overview of diabetes medication options
Understand when medications like metformin should or should not be used in diabetes progression.
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Cataract Surgery Fraud: Why You Need a Second Opinion
Medicare fraud and how it can affect your cataract While most doctors will prioritize patient care, the financial landscape of healthcare can sometimes blur lines. Cataract surgery, being one of the most commonly performed surgeries in the United States, can be a significant source of revenue for clinics and surgeons. Cataract surgery is the top…
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How profit incentives control your cancer care
How one of the largest oncology groups in America blatantly traded cancer patients’ welfare for profit.
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How Singapore Became the Latest Blue Zone
Singapore, renowned for its bustling streets and mouth-watering dishes, has quietly and deliberately added another feather to its cap: becoming a blue zone. If you’re not watching the trending Netflix documentary, here’s a rundown: a blue zone describes a region where people live notably longer and healthier lives than the rest of the world. From…
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How to find the best doctors
According to the American Osteopathic Association, the majority of Americans do not prioritize quality outcomes when selecting their medical providers. Instead, they consider the following factors to be the most important: Acceptance of insurance plan (83.3%) Bedside manner/empathy (60.5%) Proximity of office to home, work, or school (57.4%) Convenient office hours (42.9%) Medical specialty (37.5%)…
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How vinegar slows glucose absorption
Vinegar has been shown to have a beneficial effect on slowing down glucose absorption in high-carbohydrate meals. When compared with the placebo, two teaspoons of vinegar (about 10 grams) reduced postprandial (post-meal) blood glucose levels by up to 20%. Introduction Vinegar, particularly apple cider vinegar, has been found to exert a beneficial effect on…
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A1C Holdings: When compliance becomes complicit
Introduction Since March 2007, the Healthcare Fraud Unit has charged over 5,000 defendants who have billed federal health care programs and private insurers more than $24 billion. When we hear about vast sums of money being fraudulently billed to Medicare, it’s easy to get lost in the numbers. Yet, at the core of such figures…
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DME Fraud: $101 million in unnecessary medical equipment
Introduction In recent years, the healthcare industry has seen an alarming surge in fraudulent activities, with the Naviwala case emerging as a stark example. This particular episode serves as a vivid demonstration of how seemingly benign systems can be weaponized against unsuspecting victims and, in turn, taxpayers. Worst of all, these transactions also risked patient…