The glycaemic index (GI) is a measure of how much certain foods increase blood sugar levels. It scores foods on a 0–100 scale and ranks them as low, medium, or high  Here are the score ranges for the three GI values: Low: 55 or less
Medium: 56–69
High: 70 or above
Foods high in simple carbs or added sugar are broken down more quickly in the bloodstream and tend to have a higher GI. Meanwhile, foods high in protein, fat, or fibre have less of an effect on blood sugar level...

Almost half of the people who undergo chemotherapy experience a change in their sense of taste. Chemotherapy, radiation therapy, certain cancers, and treatment-related medications can all cause changes in the way foods taste. Changes in your taste and smell can make it hard to eat or drink enough. These changes can cause unwanted loss of appetite, low body weight, poor quality of life, and diminished well-being. However, there are strategies that can help people to cope with taste chan...

Nutrition is a process in which food is taken in and used by the body for growth, to keep the body healthy, and to replace tissue. Good nutrition is important for good health. Eating the right kinds of foods before, during, and after cancer treatment can help you feel better and stay stronger. A healthy diet includes eating and drinking enough of the foods and liquids that have important nutrients (vitamins, minerals, protein, carbohydrates, fat, and water) the body needs. Healthy eating ha...

We know from experience that having a good laugh can help put us in a good mood, but there’s actually a lot of science behind the benefits of laughter. Research shows that laughter can help relieve stress, boost happiness, and even improve the immune system. Which of these ideas will you try? Listen to a comedian you love: “Listening or watching to stand-up comedian Jim Gaffigan always makes me laugh! It’s even better when I can do it with my family. Having us all laugh t...

Beneath a light chocolate sponge studded with fresh raspberries lies an intense chocolate sauce. Perhaps surprisingly, this is a healthy dish, because it uses puréed apple and xylitol to give it a touch of sweetness. Health Benefits Polyphenols, in the cocoa powder, are known for their antioxidant properties. For a stronger antioxidant boost you can use high antioxidant cocoa powder, which is readily available. It has a slightly stronger, bitter taste, so use a little less in the rec...

Exercise helps patients regain arm mobility more quickly after breast cancer surgery
A new study indicates that physical therapy can help women receiving a lymph node dissection for breast cancer regain full use of their affected arm more rapidly than current standard follow-up care. Many women who are treated for breast cancer receive a lymph node dissection, which is a surgery to remove lymphatic tissue between the breast and underarm. When lymph nodes are removed or damaged, fluid can bui...