Experts, Clueless Why Some COVID-19 Survivors Develop Diabetes

MEDICINE & HEALTH 02.03.2021 00:21 AM

A new study finding shows some COVID-19 survivors have recently developed diabetes. However, it remains unclear if such an occurrence could be considered a permanent adverse effect of the virus.

Gut Bacteria Might Help Treating Type 2 Diabetes

01.08.2021 00:00 AM

A recent study suggests that specific gut bacteria might help to treat patients with type 2 diabetes.

Type Two Diabetes Drug Metformin Recalled Over Cancer Risks

01.06.2021 11:00 AM

The US FDA issues a voluntary recall for Metformin, a type-2 diabetes medication by Nostrum Laboratories.

Decades of Research Reveal Effectiveness of Intermittent Fasting

01.05.2021 04:00 AM

A study summarizing decades of research shows the effectiveness of intermittent fasting not just in weight loss but also in other health conditions.

Drug Combination Could Lower High Sugar Levels and Control Weight Gain in Diabetic People

12.23.2020 18:00 PM

In a new study, scientists have presented that adding an investigational cancer drug to an extensively used treatment for diabetes enhances blood sugar control and weight loss in mice.

People Who Owns Diabetic Dogs Are 38% More Likely To Have Diabetes, Study

12.11.2020 22:00 PM

Research shows that people who have dogs with diabetes are 38% more likely to have the disease themselves. But why?

Helmsley Trust Awards $3.5M to Advance Diabetes Study

11.24.2020 13:00 PM

The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust has awarded a $3.5M research grant to Clatit Health Services to evaluate its AI-driven study on the efficacy of diabetes care.

Excess Egg Consumption Increases Risk of Diabetes, Study Shows

11.16.2020 08:00 AM

Egg is a popular breakfast food, but doctors suggest not to eat too much of it or risk having diabetes.

November is Diabetes Awareness Month!

10.31.2020 08:00 AM

Prediabetes is the early stage of diabetes. It would be ideal to prevent it from becoming diabetes. Here are some tips.

Insomnia Linked to Increased Risk of Developing Type 2 Diabetes

09.09.2020 08:10 AM

New study reveals risk factors of developing type 2 diabetes that are not genetic such as insomnia, sleep quality, and caffeine consumption. These specific risk factors can help create new preventive strategies of developing T2D as it is increasingly seen in obese children.

Study Shows Cinnamon Can Improve Blood Sugar in People With Prediabetes

07.23.2020 12:20 PM

A new pilot study shows that cinnamon may improve blood sugar on prediabetic people and slows down its progression to Type 2 diabetes.

Diabetes Drug May Be Effective Treatment for ALS

07.21.2020 06:27 AM

In a breakthrough discovery, metformin is found to be effective not only for diabetic patients, but for those with a genetic mutation that results in a specific form of ALS, or C9-ALS. Scientists are already in phase 2 of trials.

Diabetes: Learn The 3 P’s That Indicate Its Early Symptoms

07.17.2020 22:41 PM

Early signs of diabetes can be detected with three important symptoms. These are frequent urination, excessive hunger, and excessive thirst.

Some COVID-19 Patients Without Diabetes Have Symptoms of High Blood Sugar

07.13.2020 02:24 AM

Chinese scientists look into patients without diabetes developing high blood sugar levels which often result in severe complications. Their advice is for doctors to include blood sugar testing which could help diagnose pre-diabetic individuals and other complications associated with hyperglycemia.

Prevent Type 2 Diabetes: Studies Reveal The Perfect Diet of Fruits, Vegetables, and Whole Grain

07.09.2020 01:08 AM

Some of the best fruits and vegetables to help lower blood sugar levels include green peas, broccoli, carrots, leafy greens, berries, avocados, and citrus. And consuming at least one serving of whole-grain foods resulted in a 20% lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

The First Child Obesity Guidelines Are Set to Treat Adolescent Type 2 Diabetes

07.06.2020 02:35 AM

Australasian health experts create the first-ever type 2 diabetes guidelines for adolescents to battle the risk factors of the obesity epidemic.

Type 2 Diabetes Metformin Treatment Should Manage Cardiovascular Effects

06.30.2020 09:02 AM

Metformin remains the best treatment for type 2 diabetes, which also had favorable outcomes with managing cardiovascular effects. Medical researchers say that antidiabetic medication must focus beyond controlling blood sugar levels.

High Blood Sugar Levels Detected in Coronavirus Patients, Suggesting COVID-19 Triggers Diabetes

06.26.2020 08:04 AM

Health professionals believe that a COVID-19 infection could trigger new-onset diabetes. Consequently, they say having diabetes could also worsen coronavirus symptoms in individuals. Click the link above to learn more.

C-Section Female Babies Have a Higher Risk of Developing Diabetes and Obesity Than Those Delivered Vaginally

04.15.2020 06:12 AM

Researchers have found in their study that babies born via C-section had a higher risk of developing obesity and diabetes later in life. The study was done in comparison to babies delivered vaginally. Nowadays when a cesarian section is done even in the absence of a medical emergency, experts urge mothers to reconsider so as to give their babies a healthy future. Want to find out more? Click the link above.

Brush Your Teeth Often to Lower Risk of Diabetes

03.03.2020 08:13 AM

Brushing the teeth thrice a day or even more is associated with an eight percent lower risk of acquiring diabetes, while the dental disease's presence is linked to a nine-percent increased risk, not to mention, many teeth (of about 15 or even more) missing, is linked to more than 20 percent increased risk.

Lifestyle Tips To Avoid Diabetes Complications

01.15.2020 07:56 AM

Diabetes is a life-long condition, and if you are not careful, it could be fatal. Here are some tips on how to keep your diabetes under control.