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If you are at risk of diabetes, a low-carb diet could help

In a study from Tulane University, scientists found people who are at higher risk of diabetes need to cut the carbs in their diets. They...

Whole grains may protect your blood pressure, blood sugar, waist size

Scientists from Tufts University recently found that middle-aged and older people who ate at least three servings of whole grains every day had smaller...

These widely used diabetes drugs increase heart disease risk

In a recent study, scientists from Northwestern University found two drugs commonly prescribed to treat type 2 diabetes carry a high risk of heart...

Alcohol can increase high blood pressure in people with type 2 diabetes

In a study from Wake Forest School of Medicine, scientists found that drinking alcohol could increase high blood pressure in people with type 2 diabetes. Type...

Common diabetes drug linked to less severe COVID-19

Scientists examined adults with type 2 diabetes who were taking metformin, a commonly prescribed diabetes medication.

This common diabetes drug could reduce death risk, study finds

In a study from Stanford University and elsewhere, scientists found diabetes drug metformin can help reduce delirium risk and mortality. Delirium is a serious change in...

Long-term inactivity strongly harms your blood sugar health

In a study from the University of Bath, scientists found the negative impact long-term inactivity places on the body's blood sugar and metabolic health. The...

This common fruit may be the key to prevent diabetes, obesity

Scientists from Western University recently found a molecule in sweet oranges and tangerines called nobiletin may help reduce obesity and prevent diabetes and heart...

New way to manage type 2 diabetes may improve health in patients

A short 15–20 minute discussion between a local endocrinologist and general practitioner (GP) is improving the care of people with type 2 diabetes.

COVID-19 survivors may have higher risk of developing diabetes

In a study from Penn State College of Medicine, scientists found COVID-19 survivors have a 66% higher risk of developing type 1 or type...