Intermittent Fasting with Type 2 Diabetes
As fasting can raise the risk of low blood sugar in those with Type 2 diabetes, it’s generally recommended that those with the health condition consult their doctor before attempting any type of fasting regime. For those with Type 2 diabetes, it’s also important to evaluate the appropriateness of performing consecutive fasting days as it may further increase the possibility of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). Any decision about modifying medications during fasting days should also be made with a doctor. However, a recent study from New Zealand offers some encouraging results for those with Type 2 diabetes looking to adopt a fasting regime for the purposes of losing weight. The study found fasting two consecutive days was associated with a [...]
Your Isagenix Plant-Based System
An Isagenix Weight Loss System is ideal to help you achieve your weight loss goals. Now that Isagenix offers plant-based alternatives, the benefits of the Weight Loss Systems are available to even more people! IsaLeanTM Shake Plant Based are ideal for those following a plant-based diet, or avoiding dairy products. The Isagenix 30-Day Weight Loss System is based on two fundamental components; Shake Days and Cleanse Days*. Whether you choose a plant-based lifestyle or just want to add more variety and plant-based nutrition to your day, it’s easy to customise Shake Days and Cleanse Days to meet your needs. Plan a Plant-Based Shake Day On Shake Days you’ll replace two conventional meals with an IsaLean Shake Plant-Based, and then plan [...]
Pea Protein vs Whey Protein
If you’re wondering the difference between whey protein and pea protein, you aren’t alone. Researchers have compared many different types of protein for their muscle building potential (1). Specifically, they sought to determine whether pea protein could replicate the muscle-building benefits widely observed with whey protein. The study divided 161 healthy young males into three groups who received either 25 grams of whey protein, pea protein, or a placebo twice a day while undergoing resistance exercises for 12 weeks. The overall results of the study found there was no significant difference between whey and pea protein consumption affecting muscle thickness of the subjects. This finding suggests that pea protein has muscle protein synthesis effects comparable to the gold standard: dairy-based [...]
Plant-Based Protein Explained
At Isagenix, we understand the important of formulating a plant-based shake with complete, quality protein sources. IsaLeanTM Shake Plant Based is a delicious addition to our Isagenix product range in Europe, and we’ve looked into the protein used in this product, along with its benefits. Plant-Based Protein The protein in this shake is provided by Phyto-IsaLean ComplexTM. This complex is made up of a blend of whole-grain rice protein and pea protein isolate, which has been crafted specifically to create a complete amino acid profile designed to support weight management and muscle building*. One of the key nutritional differences between animal and plant-based sources of protein is the amino acid profile. Plant-based sources of protein tend not to provide all [...]
Can Being Overweight Affect Your Vitamin D Levels?
The number of people carrying excess weight is a global challenge, and the associated negative health effects are well known; type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease, as well as poor quality of life. But have you ever thought that being overweight could affect your vitamin D levels? Vitamin D is one of the fat-soluble vitamins, which works to help regulate the amount of calcium and phosphate in the body, to keep bones, teeth and muscle healthy. In adults, a lack of vitamin D can result in osteomalacia. Vitamin D is unique as it‘s obtained from both dietary sources as well as from sun exposure. When UVB rays hit the skin, this stimulates the synthesis of vitamin D3, also known as [...]
Podcast: The Benefits of Cleanse Days
Trainer: Rebecca Haresign BSc ANutr, Product Education and Nutrition Communications Manager, Europe Learn about the benefits of Cleanse Days, and how taking a short break from regular meals can help to promote long-term well being.