Can Sleep Affect Diabetes?: Study
PublishedWe all know that getting a good night’s sleep is important to our health, and that includes the health of people with diabetes… Read More “Can Sleep Affect Diabetes?: Study”
Type 2 Diabetes
More than 30 million Americans are living with type 2 diabetes, a condition characterized by high blood sugar, insulin resistance and insufficient insulin production. Learn about the signs and symptoms of this condition and get expert guidance on blood sugar monitoring, medication use, exercise, meal planning and more.
Metformin Undergoing FDA Testing for Potential Carcinogen: Report
PublishedThis type 2 diabetes drug, made by various manufacturers, is the latest to come under scrutiny for a common contaminant… Read More “Metformin Undergoing FDA Testing for Potential Carcinogen: Report”
FDA Approves Rybelsus, First Oral GLP-1 Medicine
PublishedThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first oral GLP-1 medicine for blood sugar management in adults with type 2 diabetes… Read More “FDA Approves Rybelsus, First Oral GLP-1 Medicine”
Type 2 Diabetes Remission Possible With Doable Weight Loss
PublishedPeople who achieve a weight loss of 10% or more in the first five years after being diagnosed have the best chances of going into diabetes remission… Read More “Type 2 Diabetes Remission Possible With Doable Weight Loss”
Depression Reduces Effectiveness of Diabetes Prevention Programs
PublishedAdults who report experiencing a greater number of symptoms of depression may get less exercise, putting them at an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes, according to new research… Read More “Depression Reduces Effectiveness of Diabetes Prevention Programs”
Omega-3 Supplements May Not Benefit Type 2 Diabetes: Study
PublishedOmega-3 fish oil supplements are not beneficial in type 2 diabetes, but they’re not harmful, either, according to new research… Read More “Omega-3 Supplements May Not Benefit Type 2 Diabetes: Study”
Type 2 Diabetes: What Causes Inflammation?
PublishedGlucose is not the main cause of inflammation in people with type 2 diabetes, according to a new study that challenges the conventional wisdom… Read More “Type 2 Diabetes: What Causes Inflammation?”
High-Fat Diet, Gut Bacteria Linked to Insulin Resistance: Study
PublishedNew research indicates that in people with obesity, the immune system responds to elements of bacteria that “leak” through the intestine into the bloodstream and cause inflammation… Read More “High-Fat Diet, Gut Bacteria Linked to Insulin Resistance: Study”
Type 2 Diabetes: Midlife Women at Greater Risk of Sleep Issues
PublishedWomen who are experiencing menopause are at increased risk of sleep disturbances if they have type 2 diabetes, according to new research… Read More “Type 2 Diabetes: Midlife Women at Greater Risk of Sleep Issues”
Type 2 Diabetes: Blood Sugar Control, Mediterranean Diet Improve Cognition
PublishedManaging blood sugar levels and eating a Mediterranean diet can both improve cognitive function in people with type 2 diabetes… Read More “Type 2 Diabetes: Blood Sugar Control, Mediterranean Diet Improve Cognition”
