Type 2 Diabetes is a lifelong condition in which the body does not produce enough of or make proper use of insulin, a hormone needed to control the conversion of starchy food into energy in the form of glucose. This results in dangerously high levels of glucose in the blood which, if left uncontrolled can have serious long-term health complications such as blindness, limb amputations, kidney failure and an increased risk of strokes and heart attacks.
The Benefits of Active Living
Today’s blog post is a gentle reminder that being physically active is recommended as part of a healthy lifestyle. However, before you start thinking of gyms, lycra and other ‘fitness-fanatic’ related terms, let’s point out a few benefits of physical activity.
Diary Date – World Jollof Rice Day, 22nd August 2018, London
In exactly three weeks’ time on the 22nd of August 2018 it’ll be World Jollof Rice Day, a culinary festival in London celebrating everything Jollof.
West African Cuisine Set to Trend in 2018
With predictions being made that West African cuisine is the next culinary trend to look out for in 2018, what are your thoughts about the fact that the Western world is finally catching up with the wonder that is West African food?
Do you agree or disagree with this prediction? Share your thoughts in the comments section.
Healthy, West African & Wise™ Books Reviewed in Dietetics Today
Our books featured in Dietetics Today, the official magazine of the British Dietetic Association, the Association of UK Dietitians.