All three of these nutrients slow the absorption of sugar into your bloodstream, which decreases the spike and crash in your blood sugar and your energy levels, she says. That means you won't feel weak, shaky, or hangry 30 minutes after you eat. And those nasty sugar highs and unavoidable crashes don't just suck at 3 p.m. In the long term, blood-sugar spikes can contribute to inflammation, insulin resistance, and weight gain, says Florida-based nutritionist Jaime Mass, R.D.
A millennium baby is one born around the turn of the millennium. Jeff Lakes.
Modern Birthstone. December babies are super lucky! Of all the months of the year, only a few feature three separate birthstones. Decemberâs birthstones are turquoise, blue zircon, and tanzanite. Evocative of the cold winter month, it should be no surprise that all three of these gemstones exhibit various tones and hues of blue.