FindRisc, an Ecuadorian initiative, will help detect prediabetes and diabetes

November 13 marks the National Day against Diabetes in Ecuador. November 13, 2020 – 09:32 As part of Ecuador’s National Pre-Diabetes Day, the Ecuadorian Society of Endocrinology, Metabolism, Diabetes and Nutrition is presenting a digital “FindRisc” that can be used freely by doctors and people in general. “In this way, it will be possible to…

Hyperglycaemia or hypoglycaemia: how to avoid and control it?

Hyperglycaemia or hypoglycaemia: how to avoid and control it?

Our food decisions bring us closer or further away from emergencies that can be fatal to people with diabetes. Physical activity is important. November 16, 2020 – 07:35 By Marta Belen Ortiz K. *Clinical nutritionist / chef in food gastronomy In honor of World Diabetes Day, which is celebrated every November 14, as a teacher…

With time and love: how to say goodbye to the things of someone who has died

With time and love: how to say goodbye to the things of someone who has died

Getting rid of the things a person has left in their life is a very complicated matter. Experts offer some guidelines. DPA November 16, 2020 – 6:00 p.m. The beloved is gone, but the clothes and his favorite chair are. Getting rid of the belongings of a deceased parent, partner or brother or sister is…

Eating fruits and vegetables supports our body’s immune system

A balanced diet can help prevent the disease. November 24, 2020 – 3:00 p.m. Maintaining a balanced diet is important because of health problems that can arise in the long run. However, consumers do not always have the necessary knowledge to create a proper diet. In the context of the pandemic and the development of…

Eating high-fiber carbohydrates is associated with a lower risk of breast cancer

One study shows that it is more important to look at the quality of carbohydrates than the quantity. November 28, 2020 – 4:00 p.m. A study Presents this consumption of high quality carbohydrates, which have a higher content of dietary fiber, lower glycemic index, with a preference for solids over liquids and whole grains, It…

Find out how to get rid of bad foot odor with natural ingredients

There are natural solutions to avoid bad odor. December 12, 2020 – 2:00 p.m. Bad foot odor is caused by moisture accumulated in shoes or socks, which makes it impossible to remove the bacterial decomposition accumulated in these clothes. Its scientific name is “Podobromhidroza” and it has been found to have more severe psychosocial consequences…