Increased thirst, fatigue, and frequent urination are some symptoms of a blood sugar spike. Eating a balanced diet, following your diabetes management plan, and exercising may help prevent spikes.

Rapid changes in blood glucose levels from eating too much or too little sugar can sometimes cause headaches. Headaches can range from annoying to debilitating, so understanding what triggers them ...

People with diabetes looking for a sweetener that won't raise their blood sugar levels frequently turn to sugar substitutes. There are several sugar alternatives that are considered safe and may be ...

As you age, your risk for higher blood sugar increases—which raises the risk of type 2 diabetes for adults in their 50s, 60s, and 70s. Using a chart of blood sugar levels by age can help you track ...

As the term of NPA head Shamila Batohi nears its close, the issue of public appointment processes and term limits for senior members of the body needs to be considered, writes Jean Redpath. The ...

Sugar is a siren song to many people. But some friendly gut bacteria might help you resist its lure. At least that’s what ads for some probiotics claim. For years consumers have been bombarded ...

Some studies have found that increased sugar intake can have a negative effect on ADHD symptoms. However, research is mixed, and more long-term studies are needed to verify this connection.

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI, US – Maize (corn) prices have risen in recent weeks as production forecasts have been cut due to adverse weather affecting planting in Brazil and Argentina. In its Feb. 20 Grain ...

Here’s a cookie recipe that’s perfect for Easter, spring, or anytime you want a festive cookie. When you make these jelly bean sugar cookies, you can also use specific colors of jelly beans for ...