Alzheimer’s disease is linked to metabolic issues, study shows
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia and mainly affects older adults. It causes problems with memory, thinking, and behavior, and can...
People with diabetes are more likely to get a frozen shoulder
Have you ever heard of a “frozen shoulder”? It’s a condition where your shoulder becomes very painful and stiff, making it hard or even...
How to tell if you might have type 2 diabetes
Type 2 diabetes is a long-term condition that affects the way the body processes blood sugar, or glucose. Many people with type 2 diabetes...
Feeling lonely may raise your risk of diabetes, study finds
New research shows that older adults who feel socially isolated may be more likely to develop diabetes and struggle with managing their blood sugar.
The...
Midlife health problems may raise risk of dementia before age 65
A new study has found that people with certain health problems in their 40s and 50s—such as high blood pressure, excess belly fat, and...
Skipping meals twice a week may help people with diabetes and obesity
New research suggests that eating less just two days a week could be more helpful than other popular diet plans for people with obesity...
How type 2 diabetes can affect your eyesight
Type 2 diabetes is a common condition that affects how the body uses blood sugar, also called glucose.
Over time, high blood sugar levels can...
Whole grains may help prevent heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure
A new study from Tufts University has found that eating whole grains regularly can have powerful benefits for heart health, especially for adults in...
How to know if you have metabolic syndrome
Metabolic syndrome is not just one condition—it’s a group of health problems that happen together and raise your risk of heart disease, type 2...
People with type 2 diabetes have hidden risks for this heart problem
When we talk about heart health for people with type 2 diabetes, the conversation often includes tips like eating better and exercising more.
But a...