This chocolate insulin could replace injections for diabetes patients
About 425 million people around the world have diabetes.
Around 75 million of them need to inject insulin every day. But this could soon change.
Scientists...
Blood sugar swings may signal more severe heart attack damage
A new study by Brazilian researchers has found that variations in blood sugar levels may help predict how much damage a heart attack causes,...
This diabetes drug may reduce death risk in older people
A new study from Stanford University and other research institutions has found that metformin, a common diabetes medication, may do more than just control...
What fruit can people with diabetes eat?
For people living with diabetes, choosing the right foods can sometimes be confusing.
One common question is: “Can I eat fruit?” Because fruit is sweet,...
This diabetes drug can change blood metal levels in humans
The widely used diabetes drug metformin changes blood metal levels in humans, according to a new study from Kobe University.
This finding marks an important...
Could diabetes drug metformin help prevent Alzheimer’s disease?
Alzheimer’s disease is a serious health problem that affects millions of older people around the world.
It is the main cause of dementia, which leads...
The best vegetables for managing type 2 diabetes
Type 2 diabetes is a condition where the body struggles to manage sugar (glucose) in the blood.
One of the most important ways to control...
Losing weight, not cutting protein, is key for people with type 2 diabetes
People with Type 2 diabetes often wonder what kind of diet is best for their health.
A new study from the University of Alabama at...
How a blood pressure drug might help protect diabetic kidneys
Living with diabetes can be tough, especially because it often brings along other health problems.
One major concern is kidney disease. In the United Kingdom,...
Study finds a better way to treat type 2 diabetes
Inside our body, there’s a small organ called the pancreas that plays a big role in our health.
One of the most important things it...