Widely used diabetes drug linked to rare, serious infection
Sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT2) inhibitors are a newer type of medication used to help people with diabetes manage their blood sugar levels. They work by...
Watercress compound may reverse kidney damage in diabetes
Researchers at AlMaarefa University have uncovered a promising natural approach to fighting one of the most serious complications of diabetes: kidney damage, also known...
Study shows the key to long-term survival in type 2 diabetes
A new study from researchers at the Universities of Gothenburg and Oxford has revealed that managing blood sugar levels immediately after a type 2...
Common blood pressure pill may help protect diabetic kidneys
A new study from the University of Bristol has found a hopeful new way to slow down kidney disease in people with diabetes. This...
A new pill can control diabetes while preserving muscle mass
A group of scientists in Sweden has discovered a new drug that may help people with type 2 diabetes and obesity. This drug could...
This diabetes drug may help reverse vascular aging, study finds
As people age, the health of their blood vessels tends to decline. Blood vessels become stiffer and less able to expand and contract, making...
Early warning signs of type 2 diabetes complications you shouldn’t ignore
Type 2 diabetes is a long-term condition that affects how your body uses sugar (glucose) for energy. Over time, high blood sugar levels can...
What causes kidney disease if you don’t have diabetes?
When most people think of kidney disease, they often link it to diabetes—and for good reason. Diabetes is the number one cause of chronic...
Does being overweight always lead to type 2 diabetes?
Many people believe that if you’re overweight, you’ll eventually get type 2 diabetes. It’s true that extra body weight—especially around the belly—increases the risk,...
Best and worst fruits if you have type 2 diabetes
For people with type 2 diabetes, choosing the right foods is very important—and that includes fruits. Fruits are full of vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants...